Overview
The MPA-Q 8x250 is part of the mid-power tier in the Q-SYS network amplifier portfolio, extending native Q-SYS integration into even more performance and distributed audio applications across hospitality, entertainment, retail and government environments.
Features
- Eight (8) output channels at 250 W per channel
- Lo-Z, Hi-Z, 70 V and 100 V direct drive available on all channels (no bridging or manual switches required)
- Eight (8) analog, line-level audio inputs, fully routable into Q-SYS or direct out
- Two (2) gigabit Ethernet ports for redundant networked audio
- Standalone mode offers ability to switch to available analog inputs if network connectivity drops
- Quick audio restore after a power outage if PoE connection is available
- Four (4) GPI inputs and two (2) NO/NC output relays
- Full-rack width, 2RU form factor and included hardware for rack- or surface-mounting
- Analog Mode bypasses networked audio and creates a fully analog amplifier; front panel display allows basic channel configuration in this mode
Specifications
Amplifier Output
- Frequency Response (20Hz–20kHz, 8Ω): +0.2 dB / -0.7 dB
- Output THD+N @1kHz: 0.01%–0.03% typical; 1% max
- SNR (20Hz–20kHz, 8Ω, A-weighted): >112 dB
- Gain @ +4 dBu input: 31 dB
- Damping factor: >160
Analog Inputs (Line-Level Only)
- Input dynamic range (unweighted): >108 dB
- Input impedance (balanced & unbalanced @ 1kHz): >11 kΩ balanced / >5.5 kΩ unbalanced
- Sample rate: 48 kHz
DSP
- DSP processing: Gain, Polarity, IIR Filters (HPF, Parametric, Shelf, Array Correction), FIR Filters (1024 taps per channel), Delay (up to 2020 milliseconds per channel), Limiters (narrow-band, RMS, and peak limiters)
Output Power
All Channels Driven (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H)
- 100 V: 250 W / 150 W continuous
- 70 V: 250 W / 150 W continuous
- 8 Ω: 250 W / 150 W continuous
- 4 Ω: 250 W / 150 W continuous
- 2 Ω: 250 W / 150 W continuous
Single Channel Driven
- 100 V: 500 W / 150 W continuous
- 70 V: 500 W / 150 W continuous
- 8 Ω: 500 W / 150 W continuous
- 4 Ω: 500 W / 150 W continuous
- 2 Ω: 500 W / 150 W continuous
2 Channels Bridged
- 100 V: 500 W / 300 W continuous
- 70 V: 500 W / 300 W continuous
- 8 Ω: 500 W / 300 W continuous
- 4 Ω: 500 W / 300 W continuous
- 2 Ω: Not supported
Environmental
- Operating temperature: 32° to 104° F (0°–40° C)
- Storage temperature: -4° to 158° F (-20°–70° C)
- Humidity: 5%–85% RH
Physical
- Audio I/O: 8× inputs (3.5 mm Euroblock), 8× outputs (7.62 mm Euroblock)
- Networking: 2× 1 Gbps Ethernet ports (LAN A supports optional PoE)
- GPI: 0–3.3V DC closure
- Mounting: Rack or surface mount (2RU)
- AC power: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 5.2–2.8 A
- Dimensions: 15.0 × 19.0 × 3.5 in (381 × 483 × 89 mm)
- Weight: 22.9 lbs (10.4 kg)
Included Accessories
- 1× AC mains power cord (country specific)
- Removable rack ears
- 8× 4-position 7.62 mm Euroblock connectors
- 16× 3-position 3.5 mm Euroblock connectors
- 1× 12-position (2-row) 3.5 mm Euroblock connector