Crown Audio CDi DriveCore Series 2-Channel 1200W Professional Power Amplifier, Analog Input

SKU: CRCDI21200 MFR: CDI 2|1200
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Key Features

  • Experience powerful, reliable audio with this Crown Audio 1200W power amplifier.
  • Achieve pristine sound quality with a low THD, perfect for critical listening.
  • Enjoy a high signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring clear audio for any live performance.
  • Optimize your sound system with a damping factor >1000 for superior speaker control.
  • Versatile input impedance accommodates various audio sources for seamless integration.
  • Benefit from reliable protection circuits, safeguarding your investment from damage.
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Crown Audio CDi 2|1200 Specifications

  • Number of Channel

    2

  • Output Per Channel

    1200W

  • Digital Signal Processing

    96kHz, 32-bit floating point

  • Voltage Gain

    34dB (at maximum level setting) 4/8Ohms, 70Vrms and 100Vrms Operation

  • Frequency Response

    +/-0.25dB (8Ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz)

  • Total Harmonic Distortion

    0.35% (at full rated power, from 20Hz - 20kHz)

  • Analog Input Signal to Noise Ratio

    >104dB (ref. rated power, 100V, 20Hz - 20kHz)

  • Intermodulation Distortion

    <=0.35% (60Hz and 7kHz at 4:1, from - 30dB to full rated power

  • Damping Factor

    >1000 (20Hz to 100Hz)

  • Crosstalk

    >80dB (below rated power, 20Hz to 1kHz)

  • Common Mode Rejection

    >70dB (20Hz to 1kHz, typical)

  • DC Output Offset

    +/-10mV (with inputs shorted)

  • Input Impedance

    10KOhms (nominally balanced), 5KOhms (nominally unbalanced)

  • Maximum Input Level

    +20dBU (Low Amp Gain Mode)

  • Required AC Mains

    100 - 240V (approx.), 50/60Hz (+/-10%)

  • Cooling

    Continuously variable speed forced air, front-to-back airflow

  • Power Supply Connector

    15A IEC connector, 100 - 240V

  • Load Impedance Stereo/Dual Mode

    2Ohms - 16Ohms; 70Vrms and 100Vrms

  • Load Impedance Bridge Mono

    4Ohms - 16Ohms; 140Vrms and 200Vrms

  • Maximum Fan Noise

    54 dBA (re dB SPL at 1M)

  • Weight

    17.2 lbs (7.80kg)

About Crown Audio CDi 2|1200

Why settle for less when you can experience the pinnacle of audio amplification with the CDi DriveCore Series 2-Channel 1200W Professional Power Amplifier This advanced, high-quality amplifier is a testament to Crown Audio's commitment to innovation and excellence in the professional audio industry.

Engineered with technology derived from Crown's flagship Installed Sound amplifier, the CDi DriveCore 2|1200 is not just an amplifier, but a revolution in sound amplification. It offers a powerful blend of high-performance capabilities, a rich feature set, and cost-effectiveness, making it an ideal choice for large-scale installations such as cinemas, houses of worship, hotels, and cruise lines.

This professional power amplifier is designed for ease-of-use across a variety of applications. It's a 2-channel amp that includes network control and monitoring, high-level Digital Signal Processing (DSP), and a user-friendly front-panel interface. It's capable of driving up to 100Vrms speaker loads without the need for a transformer, making it a versatile choice for any audio setup.

One of the standout features of the CDi DriveCore 2|1200 is Crown's proprietary DriveCore technology. This advanced technology eliminates hundreds of components within each amplifier, reducing the variability of component values and increasing reliability. The result Incredible audio fidelity from an efficient design.

The CDi DriveCore 2|1200 also boasts an on-board Digital Signal Processor, allowing for custom configuration. This includes an input router, input delay of up to 1000ms, an 8-band input parametric EQ, crossover, an 8-band output parametric EQ, output delay of up to 100ms, and a LevelMAX limiter.

Network control and monitoring are made easy through Harman's HiQnet Audio Architect software, enabling the CDi DriveCore to be controlled, configured, and monitored through a standard TCP/IQ network.

For added convenience, the CDi DriveCore line comes pre-loaded with JBL speaker tunings, facilitating quicker and easier installations. The front-panel interface allows for complete configuration of the amplifier, while the combined GPIO/AUX Port enables preset recall, channel muting, fault monitoring, and power on/off control of the amplifier.

Experience the power, precision, and performance of the CDi DriveCore Series 2-Channel 1200W Professional Power Amplifier, and elevate your audio experience to new heights.

Crown Audio CDi 2|1200 Features

  • Exclusive multi-patented DriveCore Technology - The patented DriveCore integrated circuit combines hundreds of discrete circuits into one chip forbetter performance, lower power consumption, and improved reliability
  • Supports configuration and control using HiQnet Audio Architect
  • Monitoring and control over TCP/IP
  • Color LCD and front panel user interface for amplifier configuration, control, and monitoring
  • Programmable GPIO (general purpose input/output) control port
  • Digital signal processing (Input/output EQ filters, crossover, input/output delay, LevelMAX limiters)
  • Support for importing of FIR filter coefficients
  • 20 device presets - 1 factory and 19 user
  • 96kHz/32-bit floating-point signal processing
  • Universal power supply with PFC for reduced current draw and industry-leading efficiency
  • Power saving modes
  • Remote power off - Sleep mode activated via AUX port
  • 70Vrms/100Vrms direct drive
  • Each channel independently configurable for low z or high z operation
  • Advanced protection circuits - Amplifier and loads are protected against shorted outputs, DC, mismatched loads, overheating, over/under-voltage and high-frequency overload
  • Three year, no-fault transferable warranty - Your investment is fully protected
  • Complies with GreenEdge by HARMAN - Environmentally friendly practices in design, manufacturing, and packaging complement energy-efficient operation
  • Support for BSS Audio Soundweb Contrio Ethernet wall controllers
  • Included speaker tunings for various JBL speaker models

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Key Features

  • Experience powerful, reliable audio with this Crown Audio 1200W power amplifier.
  • Achieve pristine sound quality with a low THD, perfect for critical listening.
  • Enjoy a high signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring clear audio for any live performance.
  • Optimize your sound system with a damping factor >1000 for superior speaker control.
  • Versatile input impedance accommodates various audio sources for seamless integration.
  • Benefit from reliable protection circuits, safeguarding your investment from damage.

What's in the box:

  • Crown Audio CDi DriveCore Series 2-Channel 1200W Professional Power Amplifier
  • AC Power Cord
  • Crown Audio 6 Year Warranty