The Carvin DCM1500 professional power amplifier delivers pristine sound, brute power, and no-fault reliability from a 2RU (space) package. The extra head-room (dynamic power) from this amp offers more clean power then a similar rated amp. Deep bass punch and crystal clear highs delivers uncompromising sound for years of dependable operation. CB and CE safety approvals assure that each DCM1500 meets strict standards for world-wide use. All DCM power amps are a proven American made workhorse with over 10 years of production and over 35 years of power amp manufacturing experience. Features- Per channel: 8 ohms: 300w, 4 ohms: 500w, 2 ohms 750w- 8 ohm bridge: 1000w, 4 ohm bridge: 1500w continuous- Dynamic power @ 4 ohms bridge: 2000w- Ultra-low THD: 0.03% at 8 ohms- INPUTS: XLR / ¼-inch TRS- OUTPUTS: Speakon™, Binding Post, ¼-inch TS- Distortion-free Opto Isolator limiters- Recessed front controls to prevent transport damage- Convenient Ground Lift and Parallel Input switches- Soft-start power-up prevents tripping AC breakers- Speaker Guard™: protection disconnects your speakers- Independent DC and thermal overload protection- Variable speed fan with rear to front flow for a cooler rack- SMT (Surface Mount Technology) enhances reliability while reducing size & weight - Heavy-duty chassis – only 254mm (10-inch) depth - fits all racks- Lighter weight design- Exceptional Sound- A full 3-year warranty (USA)- Made in the USA Applications- Concerts/ Events- Houses of Worship- Clubs / Restaurants- Auditoriums / Convention Centers- Working Bands / Mobile DJ's- For Mains, Monitors and Subwoofers SUPER FAST CIRCUITSThe DCM1500's Linear Feedback circuit features Motorola™ bipolar output devices to reduce distortion to a near theoretical zero limit to prevent harshness and extend the system's usable power right up to clipping. The DCM will drive any load including 25V and 70V transformer distributed systems, which typically power dozens of speakers. The High 50v/us Slew Rate is the speed at which the output devices and related circuitry electronically switch. TRANSPARENT UNALTERED AMPLIFICATIONA higher slew rated amp will amplify a signal with greater purity. That's why we use the best output devices possible, making the DCM's sound better than most amps. It's the DCM's transparent sound quality that is appreciated by the audience - even when pushed hard. There's no more hard edgy tone because every DCM delivers crystal clear audio at the highest levels. Reserve headroom is delivered from the huge 10,000 mfd filter capacitors featured in the power supplies. A "double kick-drum" will reveal the DCM's dynamic power on the 2nd beat. Many power amps fall short on this test - delivering only three fourths of their rated power on the 2nd beat. Capacitors act like a battery - the more storage you have, the greater the dynamic power. DISTORTION-FREE LIMITERSThe DCM1500's dDistortion-free Limiters feature "Opto Isolators", which unlike FET's do not induce distortion into the limiter circuits. Engaging the built-in limiters enables you to run the amp at a higher level for more power to your audience, plus protecting your drivers. LARGE HIGH PERFORMANCE HEAT SINKSRadiator type heat sinks offer greater cooling – the key to smooth running, reliable power amplification. High ratio 6063-T5 aluminum heat sinks remove heat faster than comparable amps. A multi-speed "boxer" fan quietly cools as the air is rapidly moving up to 80 CFM. Designed for continuous operation, overheating is not a problem, especially when operating at 2 ohms where other amps simply quit. LIGHTER WEIGHTThe DCM1500 features a lighter weight design with only 11.8 kgs (26 lbs) as compared with 18 kgs (40 lbs) for a similar amp. This will be appreciated when moving multiple racks. Even the 254mm (10-inch) depth for most DCM models allow for shallower racks to be used. PROFESSIONAL ACCESSORY GROUPThe Professional Accessory Group features front controls that are recessed with LED status indicators that won't get bumped or moved. A rear "Ground Lift" switch eliminates ground loops. A "Parallel Input" switch eliminates the "Y" adapter typically used for paralleling channels. The mono "Bridge" switch delivers the full power resource of the amp (both channels) into one output. Connecting is done with professional XLR balanced and ¼-inch balanced inputs. Three types of output connectors feature Speakon™, binding post, and ¼-inch phone jacks for maximum versatility. The soft-start circuits gently turn the DCM on so when you plug into the house AC, the breakers won't trip. ENGINEERED TO THE HIGEST PROFESSIONAL STANDARDSThe DCM1500 features a heavy-duty steel chassis, which is galvanized to prevent rust. The printed circuit cards are double-sided FR4 military-grade fire retardant cards with plated through holes so solder flows on the top, bottom, and through every component keeping parts from shaking loose. The "Modular Design" makes it easy to unplug and swap. Even the power supply can be swapped in a few minutes. Everything is connected with heavy-duty AMP™ and MOLEX™ connectors. The DCM's are generator and unregulated AC power friendly for top performance wherever you plug in.
