Crown Audio XLi 800 Two-channel 300W Power Amplifier
Description
Crown Audio XLi 800 Two-channel 300W Power Amplifier
The Crown Audio XLi 800 is a workhorse power amp built for gigging musicians and serious players who need absolute reliability night after night. This two-channel powerhouse produces 300 watts per channel at 4 ohms—enough clean headroom to push demanding speaker loads without breaking a sweat—while delivering transparent, uncolored amplification that gets out of your way and lets your tone speak for itself. Built to last through countless gigs and tours, the XLi 800 combines legendary durability with straightforward operation and comprehensive protection circuitry that keeps your rig safe on stage.
Sonic Character
The XLi 800 excels at neutral, honest amplification with a frequency response of 20 Hz–20 kHz and total harmonic distortion under 0.5%, ensuring your tone translates accurately from rehearsal to stage to live recording. A damping factor greater than 200 and signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 100 dB deliver tight control over your speakers and vanishingly low noise floor, so your performance comes through crystal clear without unwanted artifacts or hum.
Connectivity & Flexibility
Flexible input options include both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA jacks with user-selectable input sensitivity settings, adapting instantly to your mixing console, preamp, or interface. Output connections via binding posts and speakON connectors support standard loudspeaker configurations, while stereo, parallel, and bridged-mono operating modes let you scale your rig—reaching 600W at 8 ohms in bridged configuration for maximum power when you need it.
Key Features
- 300W per channel at 4 ohms; 200W per channel at 8 ohms
- 600W output at 8 ohms in bridged-mono mode
- Two-channel configuration with independent stereo, parallel, and bridged-mono modes
- Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs with selectable sensitivity (0.755V or 1.4V)
- Binding post and speakON connector outputs
- Frequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz, +0/−1 dB at 1 watt
- Total harmonic distortion less than 0.5%; intermodulation distortion ≤0.35%
- Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 100 dB
- Damping factor greater than 200
- Forced-air cooling with protection against shorts, no-load conditions, on/off thumps, and RF interference
- LED indicators for power, fault, signal presence, and clipping
- Net weight: 25.1 lbs
The Crown Audio XLi 800 combines dependable amplifier performance, rugged connectivity, and comprehensive protection in a lightweight, road-ready chassis that touring pros and session players depend on to get the job done right, every time.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Crown Audio XLi 800 is a two-channel power amplifier that delivers 300 watts per channel at 4 ohms with transparent, uncolored amplification ideal for powering PA systems, monitor rigs, or instrument amplification on stage. Built for reliability and durability, it features rock-solid specifications—THD under 0.5%, damping factor over 200, and comprehensive protection circuitry—that let your tone come through clean night after night without compromise. Gigging musicians and touring sound engineers choose it for straightforward operation, flexible routing (stereo, parallel, or bridged-mono modes), and lightweight portability that doesn't sacrifice professional performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does the XLi 800 deliver, and will it handle my speakers?
The amp produces 300 watts per channel at 4 ohms, 200 watts per channel at 8 ohms, and 600 watts in bridged-mono mode at 8 ohms. Its damping factor exceeding 200 provides tight speaker control, making it suitable for a wide range of professional loudspeaker configurations from instrument cabinets to full PA systems.
What inputs and outputs does it have?
The XLi 800 includes both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs with selectable sensitivity (0.755V or 1.4V) for flexible integration into any signal chain. Outputs use both standard binding posts and speakON connectors to accommodate common speaker wiring standards.
Can I run it in different configurations?
Yes—the amp supports stereo (two independent channels), parallel (both channels summed to one output), and bridged-mono (maximum power from a single input) operating modes, allowing you to adapt it to your specific setup needs.
How transparent is the amplification, and will it color my tone?
The XLi 800 achieves exceptional sonic transparency with THD under 0.5% and intermodulation distortion at or below 0.35%, delivering a pristine, uncolored sound that lets your source material shine without compression or unwanted character.
Is this amp portable for touring?
At 25.1 lbs and housed in a compact rackmount chassis, the XLi 800 is road-ready and lightweight enough for touring while offering the robust build quality and protection circuitry (shorts, no-load, RF interference, on/off thumps) that professionals rely on night after night.