Recording Sat, November 22, 2008

The Crown XLS Series of workhorse portable PA amplifiers has been joined by the new XLS 5000, delivering 1,800 watts per channel in 4-ohm stereo mode and a staggering 5,000 watts in 4-ohm bridge-mono mode

As a result, the XLS 5000 packs more than twice the punch of the next highest-powered model in the range, the XLS 802. Other models in the series include XLS 202, XLS 402, XLS 602.

”Providing more watts per dollar than any other amplifier in its class, the XLS 5000 represents a tremendous value to end users who need a high power amplifier without the big price tag,” noted Marc Kellom, Vice President of Marketing, Crown Audio.

“By pairing this amplifier up with JBL’s MRX, SRX, or VRX loudspeaker enclosures, our customers can now have access to a highly professional yet economical all-Harman solution.”

Housed in a rugged, 3U, all-steel chassis, the highly reliable XLS 5000 is equipped with an efficient forced-air fan to prevent excessive thermal buildup.

The front panel sports dual precision-detented rotary level controls, a power switch with accompanying LED, and six additional LEDs indicating signal, clip, and fault for each channel.

Rear panel connections include two electronically balanced XLR inputs as well as touch-proof binding post and Speakon outputs.

The XLS 5000 also employs extensive protection and diagnostics capabilities, including output current limiting, DC protection, circuit breaker, and special thermal protection of the unit’s transformers.

Like the rest of the XLS Series, as well as all other Crown amplifiers, the new XLS 5000 is backed by the manufacturer’s industry-exclusive Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty.

For more information:
Crown Audio Website