Crown DCi 8 300 DriveCore Install 8-Channel 300 Watt Amplifier

The DriveCore™ Install series amplifiers is a complete line of high performance installation amplifiers based on the proprietary DriveCore technology. DCi Series amplifiers are designed, engineered and manufactured to the industry’s highest quality standards, and provide system integrators with the advanced features and flexibility required for challenging 21st century installed sound applications. Versatile, compact and highly energy-efficient, DCi Series amplifiers continue the unbroken Crown tradition of leadership in professional and commercial power amplifier technology.

Features:

• True rack density – Offers power points of 300W or 600W in 2-, 4-, or 8-channel configurations within a 2 Rack Unit form factor. More channels in one unit allow for smaller infrastructure rooms, reducing operational costs and maximizing installation flexibility.
• Direct drive constant voltage – Saves money by using smaller gauge wiring to drive speakers at 70V RMS or 100V RMS, eliminating the need for a step-up transformer at the output for improved audio quality and efficiency.
• Channel independent hi-Z/low-Z selection – Drives one or two speakers in low-Z mode or hundreds in high-Z mode (70V RMS or 100V RMS), offering design flexibility with channel-by-channel load management.
• Bridgeable channel pairs – The DCi series channels are bridgeable, even in 100V RMS mode, for greater adaptability in high-power applications such as subwoofers.
• Remote on/off interface – Integrates the amplifier into a control system for easy power management, allowing the system to be turned on and off remotely to save energy.
• Efficient cooling design – Internal cooling fans provide targeted airflow to heat-generating components, maximizing cooling efficiency while minimizing energy waste and noise.
• Advanced power factor correction (PFC) universal power supply – A high-efficiency power supply operates in varied conditions, reducing power dissipation and heat within rack setups.

Specifications:

• Output channels: 8
• Frequency response (8Ω, 20Hz - 20kHz): ±0.25dB
• Total harmonic distortion (at full rated power, 20Hz - 20kHz): 0.35%
• Damping factor (20Hz to 100Hz): >1000
• Load impedance (stereo/dual mode): 2Ω - 16Ω; 70Vrms and 100Vrms
• Load impedance bridge mono: 4Ω - 16Ω; 140Vrms and 200Vrms
• Cooling: Continuously variable speed forced air, front to back airflow
• Maximum fan noise (re dBA SPL @ 1M): 47
• Required AC mains (±10%): 100V-240V ~ 50/60Hz
• Power connector: 15A IEC
• Dimensions:
  • W x H x D: 483 mm x 89 mm x 362 mm
  • 19 in x 3.5 in x 14.25 in
• Weight: 10.66 kg (23.5 lbs)