Samson S1000 Power Amplifier

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2-space 19 in. rackmount power amplifier.

Overview

A smart choice for powering all kinds of live sound projects, commercial installations and PA systems, the rugged new S1000 stereo power amp from Samson provides plenty of power, reliability, and protection. Dedicated to transparent audio and long term reliability, the S1000 is built tough and provides exceptional control and interfacing capability.

Features
Rugged stereo and mono-bridgeable power amplifier

Produces 500 watts per channel into 4 ohms (stereo mode) and 1000 watts into 8 ohms (bridged mono mode)

Linear frequency response for exceptional audio performance

Dual temperature-sensitive, speed-controlled fans

Stable bipolar design

Front panel input level controls with 42 detents

3-segment output LED metering

Dual protection LEDs and relay-controlled outputs linked to protection LEDs

Banana jack outputs with Speakon(tm) connectors

XLR inputs and locking TRS inputs

Parallel outputs to "daisy-chain" a number of amps together

About Samson Audio
Samson's mission is to create precision audio tools for professionals, all with exceptional sound, a wealth of practical features, and rugged construction to ensure consistent performance and long life in all kinds of applications. Their power amplifiers, equalizers, powered mixers, mixers, specialized products, racklight/power distribution systems, microphones, and other unique products to come, are all dedicated to one idea: the art of high technology is best served by making excellence more accessible to everyone.

Specs

Rated Output Power, per channel (1 kHz, THD 0.1%, Both Ch
Drive)

Stereo/Parallel modes:
per channel (into 4 ohms) 545 W
per channel (into 8 ohms) 340 W

Bridged mode:
per channel (into 8 ohms) 1090 W

Frequency Response (0 dB, +0, -.5 dB): 10 Hz - 20 kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion: (1/2 power @ 20 Hz - 20 kHz, Both Ch Drive into 4 ohms) 0.04%

Dynamic Range: 103 dB

Channel Separation: (4 ohm, 125 W, 1 kHz) 80 dB

Residual Noise (0 dB ref. = .775 VAC rms, 22 Hz - 22 kHz)
(Att. Min.) -65 dBu
(Att. Max.) -68 dBu

Voltage Gain: (4 ohm, 1 kHz) 35.2 dB

DC Offset Voltage: 0 ± 100 mV

Damping Factor: More than 200

Indicators:
Clipping LED 1 kHz THD 0.1%
Signal LED Right -20 dB ± 2 dB
Signal LED Left -40 dB ± 2 dB

Dimensions (W x D x H): 19 x 16 x 3.75 in.

Weight: 36 lbs.