Powersoft X8 DSP + Dante Amplifier

The Powersoft X8 amplifier is engineered for versatility and ease of use in various operational environments. It is ideal for driving both subwoofers and high-power full-range systems, making it suitable for numerous audio configurations.

Key features include:

• Flexible Power Supply: The X8's power supply works with Single Phase, Bi-Phase, or Three Phase power, supporting a voltage range from 85 to 460 VAC without requiring any manual adjustments. True three-phase load balancing can be achieved directly by the amplifier, simplifying power distribution.

• Multiple Channels and Input Options: It offers eight fully processable channels and supports inputs from both analog and digital sources, including AES3 and two redundant Dante™ streams. This flexibility allows for easy channel mixing and routing, aided by a revolutionary low-latency DSP, ensuring maximum freedom in sound shaping and speaker management.

• Seamless Integration: The X8 supports both 100 Mbps and Gigabit Ethernet, making it easy to integrate into existing network infrastructures. It is fully compatible with ArmoníaPlus™, allowing control and monitoring via a computer or mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.

In summary, the Powersoft X8 amplifier offers a versatile, powerful, and easy-to-manage solution for professional audio setups, with advanced power supply capabilities, channel routing flexibility, and seamless network integration.

specifications of the Powersoft X8 8-Channel High-Performance Amplifier:

Channel Handling:

• Output Channels: 8 mono (bridgeable per channel pair)
• Input Channels:
  • Analog: 8 (XLR)
  • AES3: 8 (4 XLR)
  • Dante™: 16 (2 RJ45) (Dante version only)

Audio:

• Gain: 17 dB - 47 dB (adjustable in 0.1 dB increments)
• Default Gain: 32 dB
• Output Noise: A-weighted < -70.0 dBV (Analog to Analog/Digital to Analog)
• Dynamic Range: 114.3 dB (A-weighted)
• Damping Factor: >5000 @ 8 Ω (20Hz - 500Hz)
• Slew Rate: >50 V/µs (input filter bypassed)
• Frequency Response: 5 Hz - 30 kHz (-3 dB)
• Crosstalk: -70 dB @ 1 kHz
• THD+N: < 0.5% (typically < 0.01%)
• DIM: < 0.5% (typically < 0.01%)
• Input Impedance: 20 kΩ Balanced
• Input Acceptance: +27 dBu

Output Stage:

• Max Output Power:
  • @ 8 Ω: 1600 W
  • @ 4 Ω: 3000 W
  • @ 2.7 Ω: 4000 W
  • @ 2 Ω: 5200 W
  • Bridged @ 8 Ω: 6000 W
  • Bridged @ 4 Ω: 10400 W
• Peak Total Output Power: 40,000 W (all channels driven)
• Max Unclipped Output Voltage: 175 Vpeak
• Max Output Current: 130 Apeak

AC Mains Power:

• Single Phase:

  • Nominal Voltage: 100 - 240 V @ 50/60Hz
  • Operating Range: 90 - 264 V from DC to 200 Hz
  • Power Factor: >0.9 (1/8 Maximum Output Power)
  • Current Draw:
    • 32 Arms @ 100V
    • 18 Arms @ 240V
  • Suggested Circuit Breaker: C32

• Three Phase:

  • Nominal Voltage: 173Y / 100 - 416Y / 240 V
  • Current Draw per Phase:
    • 12 Arms @ 173Y
    • 6 Arms @ 416Y
  • Suggested Circuit Breaker: C16 (per phase)

• Idle Consumption: < 200 W

• Max Consumption: < 5000 W

DSP:

• AD Converters: Dual 24-bit 48 kHz Tandem® architecture with 129 dBA dynamic range
• DA Converters: Dual 24-bit 48 kHz Tandem® architecture with 121 dBA dynamic range
• Sample Rate Converter: 24-bit @ 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz (140 dB dynamic range, 0.0001% THD+N)
• Internal Precision: 40-bit floating point
• Delay:
  • Up to 2 seconds on the input section
  • Up to 100 ms per output for time alignment

Equalizer:

• Filter Types: Raised-cosine, FIR, IIR, peaking, hi/lo-shelving, all-pass, band-pass, band-stop, hi/lo-pass

Crossover Options:

• Linear Phase (FIR), Hybrid (FIR-IIR), Butterworth, Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel (6 dB/oct to 48 dB/oct)

Limiters:

• Types: TruePower™, RMS voltage, RMS current, Peak Limiter

Damping Control:

• Active DampingControl™

Thermal & Cooling:

• Operating Temperature: 0° - 35°C (32° - 95°F)
• Cooling: Variable speed fan, temperature-controlled
• Fan Noise: 40 dBA SPL @ 1/8 Maximum Output Power (1m)

Thermal Dissipation:

• 115V Single Phase:
  • 2117 BTU/h (1/8 Maximum Output Power @ 8Ω)
  • 3892 BTU/h (1/4 Maximum Output Power @ 8Ω)
• 230V Single Phase:
  • 1946 BTU/h (1/8 Maximum Output Power @ 8Ω)
  • 2875 BTU/h (1/4 Maximum Output Power @ 8Ω)
    
    

    Construction:

    • Dimensions: 483 mm x 89 mm x 495 mm (19.0 in x 3.5 in x 19.5 in)
    • Weight: 24 kg (52.9 lb)

These specifications highlight the Powersoft X8's powerful, flexible, and highly efficient design, suitable for demanding professional audio applications.