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4-Channel Power Amplifier for Touring and Installations

700 W at 4Ω from each of four channels with bridgeable pairs: a single M28Q is good for powering a complete little bi-amped stereo system, a 3-way mono stack of decent size, a variety of floor monitors, or even a comprehensive PA system with multiple 70V lines. All at a quality level as can be expected from Powersoft. Optimized for 4Ω loads, the M28Q is a fantastic value, practically as well as commercially.

In use worldwide by leading touring and event sound companies, Powersoft amplifiers are preferred among the top ranking system designers, sound engineers, and contractors for providing reliable premier-grade power and headroom in the smallest possible package size. Maximum efficiency warrants minimum current draw, heat dissipation and power consumption, resulting in ′green′ products, saving the user a substantial amount of money over time.

The M28Q is also available with on-board DSP and Ethernet interface. While the high-performance DSP with FIR/IIR filters is hidden inside and safe against accidental or intentional tampering, monitoring of vital system and amplifier data can be done via Armonía Pro Audio Suite™ software, the same user interface on the same network as for all Powersoft amplifiers. Locally, the M28Q HDSP+ETH lets the user access up to four presets per pushbutton on the rear panel.

Interface available for MediaMatrix, Crestron and AMX control and monitoring systems.

 

Key applications:

  • Small Scale Portable and Installed Systems
  • Stage Monitoring
  • Fullrange Loudspeakers
  • Medium Scale 70/100V Systems

for

  • Resorts, Hotels, Restaurants and Bars
  • Theme Parks
  • Live and Dance Clubs
  • Mobile DJ′s
  • Musicians and Bands
Key benefits/features:
  • Weight and space saving: highly efficient switch mode PSU and Class D design in only one rack space (1U) and appr. 7kg/15lbs
  • Maximum flexibility: 2- and 4-channel models, all channel pairs bridgeable
  • Outstanding sonic quality per design, including patented output filters
  • Power saving: reduced current draw resulting in lower power consumption and cost – Green Audio Power™!
  • Highly integrated and communicative: internal state-of-the-art DSP and Ethernet interface*

All features:
  • Compact size and light weight - all models only 1 RU and 12 kg (26 pounds) for easier racking and shipping
  • Powersoft legendary universal switch mode power supply up to 290V tolerant , compact, high performance
  • AC mains voltage switchable 115V/230V
  • Detachable AC mains cord
  • Low Inrush Limiting reduces AC inrush current, removing the need for expensive power sequencers
  • Fixed frequency switch mode output stage for highest grade audio accuracy
  • Patented output filter with ripple cancellation network
  • Recessed front panel level controls and LED indicators
  • Temperature controlled continuous variable speed fan, front to rear airflow
  • Neutrik® XLR balanced input and Speakon® output connectors
  • Fully protected circuitry design including DC, infrasonic, high frequency, thermal overload and short circuit
  • Clip and RMS limiters to protect loudspeakers from damage from clipped wave forms and steady non-audio signals
  • Control and monitoring* via Armonía Pro Audio Suite™
  • Interface available* for MediaMatrix, Crestron and AMX control and monitoring systems.
  • Full four years warranty

* = HDSP+ETH version only
GENERAL
Number of channels 4
Output power 4 Ω 8 Ω 100V 70V 8 Ω bridged
     EIAJ test standard, 1 kHz, 1% THD 4 x 700 W 4 x 360 W n/a n/a 1,400 W per channel pair
Max. output voltage 85 V(peak)
Max. output current 60 A(peak)


AC MAINS POWER
Power supply Universal, regulated switch mode
Operating voltage 100 V - 240 V (factory selection) ± 10%, 50 Hz - 60 Hz
Consumption / current draw @ 230 V @ 115 V
    Idle 62 W 0.51 A 0.6 A
    1/8 of max. output power @ 4 Ω* 580 W 3.74 A 7.48 A
    1/4 of max. output power @ 4 Ω* 1,066 W 6.52 A 13.04 A


THERMAL
Environmental operating temperature 0-45° C / 32-113° F 
Thermal dissipation Fan, continuously variable speed, temperature controlled, front to rear airflow
    Idle 53 kcal/hr 212 BTU/hr
    1/8 of max. output power @ 4 Ω* 198 kcal/hr 785 BTU/hr
    1/4 of max. output power @ 4 Ω* 315 kcal/hr 1,249 BTU/hr


AUDIO
Gain 32dB, 30dB, 28dB, 26dB, 24dB, 22dB, 20dB, 18dB, 14dB, 4dB, -∞, user selectable
Input sensitivity @ 8 Ω 1.34 V / 4.76 dBu
Max input level 6 V / 17.8 dBu
Input impedance 10 kΩ
Frequency response 10 Hz - 30 kHz (1 W @ 8 Ω, ± 3 dB)
THD+N / SMPTE IMD < 0.05% @ 1/2 of full power
DIM100 IMD typ. <0.005% (<0.02% @ >0.1 W)
S/N ratio >111 dBA (20 Hz - 20 kHz, A weighted)
Crosstalk separation >70 dB @ 1 kHz
Slew rate 40 V/µs @ 8 Ω, input filter bypassed
Damping factor @ 8 Ω >5000 @ 100 Hz


FRONT PANEL
Indicators 3 LEDs per channel: 2 x green, 1 x red
3 status LEDs: 1 x green, 1x white, 1 x yellow
Controls 1 stepped level attenuator pot per channel
Mains switch
Maintenance Dust filters foam behind front panel


REAR PANEL
Audio signal input connectors 4 x balanced Neutrik® XLR female
Loudspeakers output connectors 4 x Neutrik® Speakon NL4MD
AC mains IEC C13 16A connector; AC mains cord with 3-pin plug 15A for US, IEC Schuko 16 A for every other nation
Controls 2 x link switch, linking analog inputs 1 & 2 and 2 & 4


CONSTRUCTION
Dimensions W 483 mm / 19", H 44.5 mm / 1U, D 358 mm / 14.1"
Weight 7.3 kg / 16 lbs
Chassis 1 mm (0.04”) steel chassis and steel removable dust cover, 3 mm (0.12”) steel front panel, screw hole preotection, steel side reinforcement & rear support


M28Q DSP+ETH
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
 
Output power 4 Ω 8 Ω 100V 70V 8 Ω bridged
    EIAJ test standard, 1 kHz, 1% THD 2 x 700 W 2 x 360 W n/a n/a 1,400 W per channel pair
 
REAR PANEL
Network data port Ethernet 1 x RJ45 with activity LED with 2 rotary address switches
DSP preset selection 2 x Pushbutton (stepping through bank of 4 presets)
2 x 4 LED preset indicators


DSP
A/D converter Dual 24bit 24/48 kHz Tandem® architecture, dynamic range 118 dB(A) mono, 100 dB(A) stereo, THD <0.02% (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
D/A converter Dual 24bit 24/48 kHz Tandem® architecture, 115 dB(A) dynamic range, THD <0.02% (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
Presets Bank of 4 presets, management and upload via  Armonía Pro Audio Suite™
Delay for time alignment <10 ms per output
Crossover filters Butterworth, Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel, 6dB/oct to 48dB/oct
Output equalizer Up to 9 fully parametric per channel: peaking, hi/lo shelving, hi/lo pass, band pass, band stop, all pass
Input equalizer 5 types (PEQ, shelving, band pass, band stop, all pass)
Limiters Peak limiter, RMS limiter, frequency dependent RMS limiter


* = With pink noise signal

Powersoft reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

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