Crown DCI2X300N DCI2X300 Network
Description
Crown DCI 2|300N Network Amplifier
The Crown DCI 2|300N is a compact, rackmountable network amplifier purpose-built for sound professionals managing installed systems and fixed venues where digital control and networked operation are essential. This two-channel powerhouse delivers consistent, reliable amplification with integrated DSP processing and remote management capabilities via standard TCP/IP networks. The compact form factor and flexible I/O options make it equally suited to permanent venue installations, distributed audio systems, and systems requiring centralized network control from a single location.
Amplification & Power Delivery
The DCI2X300N outputs 300W per channel across 2, 4, 8, or 16 ohm loads, as well as 70V and 100V constant-voltage configurations—covering virtually any speaker load in professional installations. This power output remains stable and consistent, ensuring predictable performance whether driving small nearfield monitors or large line arrays in distributed systems, night after night.
Network Integration & DSP Control
Digital audio arrives via BLU Link over rear-panel RJ45 connectors, while HiQnet™ protocol enables full remote control and monitoring across standard TCP/IP networks without requiring proprietary cabling. Built-in DSP processing includes limiting, input/output EQs, delay, and matrix mixing, allowing you to route and process complex signal chains directly in the amplifier rather than requiring external processors—simplifying your rig and reducing points of failure.
Key Features
- 300W per channel at 2, 4, 8, or 16 ohms; 70V and 100V RMS configurations
- 2-channel network amplifier with integrated BLU Link digital audio transport
- Digital inputs via rear-panel RJ45 connectors
- Balanced analog inputs plus BLU-Link digital audio connectivity
- HiQnet™ protocol network control over standard TCP/IP
- Built-in DSP: limiting, input/output EQs, delay, and matrix mixer
- Programmable GPIO ports for integration with control systems
- Rack-mountable design for 19" equipment racks
- Universal AC input: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (±10%)
- Auto-standby powersave mode (less than 1W after 30 minutes idle)
- EN 54-16 compliant for life safety applications
The DCI2X300N combines robust amplification, networked control, and professional-grade DSP in a single compact unit, making it a dependable workhorse for modern installed systems and the people who run them.
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At a Glance
The Crown DCI 2|300N is a two-channel network amplifier delivering 300W per channel with integrated DSP, digital audio via BLU Link, and remote control over standard TCP/IP networks—built for installed sound systems, distributed audio, and venues requiring centralized networked management. Sound engineers and system integrators rely on this unit for its stable, predictable power delivery, low-noise amplification, and onboard processing (EQ, limiting, delay, matrix mixing) that eliminate the need for external gear. Choose it when you need a compact, rackmountable powerhouse that handles any speaker load (2–16 ohm, 70V, 100V) and plays nicely with modern networked control infrastructures.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Fixed installations
- ✓ Distributed audio systems
Not the best pick for
- – Home Recording
- – Practice
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What audio inputs does the DCI2X300N accept?
The unit features balanced analog inputs and BLU Link digital audio connectivity via rear-panel RJ45 connectors. Digital audio transport uses BLU Link protocol, while HiQnet™ protocol enables remote control and monitoring over standard TCP/IP networks.
What speaker loads and impedances can this amplifier drive?
The DCI2X300N delivers 300W per channel across 2, 4, 8, or 16 ohm loads, as well as 70V and 100V constant-voltage configurations, making it suitable for nearly any professional speaker setup from nearfield monitors to line arrays.
What DSP features are built into this amplifier?
Onboard DSP includes limiting, input and output EQs, delay, and matrix mixing, allowing complex signal routing and processing directly in the amplifier without external processors.
Is the DCI2X300N suitable for life-safety applications?
Yes, the unit is EN 54-16 compliant, meeting standards for emergency and life-safety audio systems in fixed installations.
How does network control work with this amplifier?
HiQnet™ protocol enables full remote control and monitoring across standard TCP/IP networks, and programmable GPIO ports allow integration with control systems—no proprietary cabling required.