Crown's XLS Series amplifiers define the standard for portable PA systems with unmatched performance, technology and affordability. Its advantageous flexibility includes multiple inputs so you can plug in anything and play anywhere, along with several system setup configurations. The integrated crossovers and switch-mode power supply produce superior sound, and Peakx™ limiters protect your speakers. Weighing less than 12 pounds, compared to 40 pounds for its competitors, it's much easier to set up and move from show to show. Simply put, the XLS is most reliable, versatile, efficient amp available today.
The XLS Series of power amplifiers from Crown define the standard for live sound systems with unmatched performance, technology, and affordability.
This high-performance line consists of four models each providing enormous power and flexibility thanks to the integrated DriveCore™ Technology, PureBand™ Crossover System and Peakx™ limiters. And weighing in at only 10 lbs or less, they provide the ultimate in lightweight portability.
Generating chest-thumping lows and crystal clear highs, the four models in the series – the XLS1000, XLS1500, XLS2000, and XLS2500 – are engineered to meet any demanding audio requirements – reliably and within budget.
Every XLS Series amplifier is backed by Crown's unequaled Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty that covers everything.
With over five decades of experience designing and building rock-solid products, Crown is the standard in amplifier technology. So check out the Crown XLS Series. They are a powerful argument for performance, flexibility, and value!
Integrated DriveCore™ Technology
Class D amplifiers are notable for extraordinarily high efficiency and being well suited for driving difficult reactive loads such as subwoofers. However, their performance can suffer impaired performance on marginal and unstable AC line supplies.
To overcome this obstacle, Crown engineers developed DriveCore Technology – a proprietary hybrid analog-digital integrated circuit (IC) developed with Texas Instruments that drives the "front end" of the Class D output stage. Over 60 years of Crown's design knowledge and experience went into the development of this technology resulting in truly remarkable benefits.
DriveCore Technology provides an extremely wide-tolerance with regards to sagging or "dirty" AC line conditions providing consistent performance without affecting audio quality. This means that your performance will not be compromised by fluctuating generator power or overloading by lighting rigs, backline gear, etc.
In addition, DriveCore™ Technology's patented feedback and PWM modulation circuits enable fast recovery on peak transients, accurate reproduction of low-level detail, and precise tracking of low-frequencies at high power levels for maximum subwoofer output.
- XLS High Performance, Lightweight Class D amp weighs less than 11 lbs.
- Integrated PureBand™ Crossover System for better performance and control
- Peakx™ Limiters provide maximum output while protecting your speakers
- XLR, 1/4", RCA inputs provide outstanding flexibility
- Efficient forced-air fans prevent excessive thermal buildup
- Electronically balanced XLR inputs; touchproof binding post and Speakon® outputs
- Precision detented level controls, power switch, power LED, and six LEDs which indicate signal, clip and fault for each channel
- Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty completely protects your investment and guarantees its specifications
| Sensitivity | 1.4Vrms (for full rated power at 4 ohms) |
| Frequency Response (at 1W, 20 Hz - 20 kHz) | + 0 dB, -1 dB |
| Signal To Noise Ratio (A-weighted) | >103 dB (rated as dBr to full rated 8 ohm power output) |
| Intermodulation Distortion | (60 Hz and 7 kHz at 4:1, from full rated output to -30 dB) <0.3% |
| Damping Factor | (8 ohms, 10 Hz to 400 Hz) >200 |
| Crosstalk (below rated power) 20 Hz to 1 kHz | >85 dB, >55 dB |
| Input Impedance (nominal) | 20k ohms balanced, 10k ohms unbalanced |
| Load Impedance | 2 to 8 ohms per channel in Stereo, 4 to 8 ohms in Bridge Mono |
| AC Line Voltage and Frequency Configurations Available | (+/- 10%) 120VAC 60 Hz, 100 VAC 50/60 Hz, 220 and 240VAC 50 Hz |
| Dimensions | 19" x 3.5" x 10.7" (48.3cm x 8.9cm x 27.2cm) |
| Weight | 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 15.8 lbs (7.1 kg) |
| IEC Power Connector | 15A |
| THD | > 0.5% |
