Rockford Fosgate Prime R500-1 500-Watt Mono Amplifier
Rockford Fosgate amplification at an unbelievable value. The R500-1 mono amplifier pumps out 500 watts into a 2-ohm load, perfect for a pair of R1S410 10" or R1S412 12" woofers.Rockford Fosgate Prime Series AmplificationA new generation of performance geared toward the "novice" car audio enthusiast or first time buyer. The Prime series amplifiers feature legendary Rockford Fosgate power, controls, and functions while fitting into any budget. Now more than ever, it's easy to get Rockford Fosgate amplifier DNA into your car audio system.Rockford Fosgate amplification at an unbelievable value.Click to enlarge.RCA inputs and pass-through jacks.Click to enlarge.R500-1 FeaturesPower and Protect LEDsThe Protect LED illuminates if a short circuit or to low of an impedance is detected at the speaker connections. The amplifier will automatically shut down if this occurs.RCA Input JacksThe industry standard RCA jacks provide an easy connection for signal level input. They are nickel-plated to resist the signal degradation caused by corrosion.RCA Pass-Thru JacksThis Pass-Thru provides a convenient source for daisy-chaining an additional amplifier without running an extra set of RCA cables from the front of the vehicle to the rear amplifier location.Gain ControlThe input gain control is preset to match the output of most source units.Phase SwitchAllows you to select the output phase of the amplifier between 0 degrees and 180 degrees.Variable Low Pass CrossoverDetermine which frequencies you feed your subs with the built-in 12dB/octave Butterworth filter, with a crossover point variable from 40Hz to 130Hz.Punch BassThis is an adjustable Bass level control centered at 45Hz @ 12dB/octave.Remote Punch Level ControlWhen connected, the "Gain Control" is linked and allows you to remotely control the output level of the amplifier from the dash or center console.R500-1 SpecificationsNumber of Channels:1Rated Power:320 Watts RMS x 1 @ 4-Ohms500 Watts RMS x 1 @ 2-OhmsTotal Power:500 WattsDynamic Power:n/aBridgeable:NoEfficiency (average):66.7% @ 4-Ohm58% @ 2-OhmCrossover Controls:Low Pass (LP): 40Hz-130Hz @ 12dB/octave ButterworthTone Controls:Punch Bass: 0dB to +12dB @ 45HzSignal Input:Low Level: 1 RCA pairSignal Output:Low Level: 1 RCA pairPower Input Connector:Screw terminal barrier stripPower Wire Gauge:4 AWGSpeaker Output Connector:Screw terminal barrier stripSpeaker Wire Gauge:8 AWGHeat Sink Type:Extruded aluminumCooling:ConvectionRemote Controls:Punch Level Control(when connected, is linked to "gain control" to provide remote output level)Visual Indicators:PowerProtectCircuit Topology Class:Class A/BFrequency Response:20Hz to 20kHz +/- 1dBShipping Weight:TBADimensions (HxWxL):2.40 x 7.67 x 16.65 (in)6.10 x 19.49 x 42.30 (cm)Thirty Years of Rockford FosgateRockford Fosgate products have been designed and engineered in Tempe, Arizona since the beginning. Rockford's 30 year reputation is grounded in engineering and manufacturing some of the finest audio products in the world. The company's no-compromise approach has yielded patented iconic products such as the Punch EQ, Punch 45 amplifier and the 3Sixty integrated signal processor. Today, Rockford's new products push the performance envelope even further. Each new product is a step forward--they sound bigger, they play louder, and run longer. Rockford never settles for "good enough."The 2010 product line represents the company's core philosophy. Rockfords new amplifiers, speakers and subwoofers have raised the bar on the competition.What's in the BoxRockford Fosgate Prime R500-1 500 Watt Mono Amplifier, User's ManualNeed More Amp?Step up to the Punch SeriesP500-1bdor the Power SeriesT500-1BDCPfor more advanced multi-channel amps, or check out the many other Rockford options.Rockford Fosgate Prime Series AmplificationRockford Fosgate Prime R150-2 150 Watt Stereo AmplifierRockford Fosgate Prime R300-4 300 Watt Multi Channel AmplifierRockford Fosgate Prime R250-1 250 Watt Mono AmplifierRockford Fosgate Prime R500-1 500 Watt Mono AmplifierRockford Fosgate Prime R1000-1D 1000 Watt Mono Amplifier