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Detailed Description X8
X8 is a 8-channel high-performance amplifier platform in the Powersoft X Series range. It integrates a worldwide-compatible power supply, flexible input routing and extensive loudspeaker processing. The manufacturer specifies 40000 W peak total output with all channels driven, with individual ratings dependent on load and configuration.
Physical inputs include 8 analog channels and 8 AES3 channels. The Dante version adds sixteen network-audio channels through two redundant RJ45 connections; this interface is version-dependent. An internal routing matrix combines the available sources, and a configurable input-backup policy can automatically change source if the primary signal fails.
The integrated DSP uses 40-bit floating-point processing, dual 24-bit Tandem converters and flexible FIR, IIR and hybrid crossover functions. Raised-cosine equalization, independent input and output delays, TruePower, RMS voltage / current and peak limiting provide comprehensive loudspeaker-management tools. Active DampingControl compensates for cable losses.
ArmoníaPlus provides a unified configuration and monitoring interface, with mobile Wi-Fi monitoring also described by Powersoft. The power supply supports single-, bi- and three-phase installations, with PFC, load balancing and Smart Rails Management. Electrical and thermal protection cover the amplifier and connected loads. The platform is intended for full-range loudspeakers, subwoofers, touring, arenas, concert halls, stadiums and multi-zone live venues.
Manufacturer documents: X8 Datasheet · X Series User Guide
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Technical Specifications X8
Amplifier |
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| TYPE | 8-channel high-performance Class D amplifier platform |
| OUTPUT CHANNELS | 8 mono; bridgeable pairs |
| SYMMETRICAL MAXIMUM POWER / CHANNEL, 8 Ω | 1600 W |
| SYMMETRICAL MAXIMUM POWER / CHANNEL, 4 Ω | 3000 W |
| SYMMETRICAL MAXIMUM POWER / CHANNEL, 2.7 Ω | 4000 W |
| SYMMETRICAL MAXIMUM POWER / CHANNEL, 2 Ω | 5200 W |
| BRIDGE POWER / PAIR, 8 Ω | 6000 W |
| BRIDGE POWER / PAIR, 4 Ω | 10400 W |
| PEAK TOTAL OUTPUT, ALL CHANNELS DRIVEN | 40000 W |
| POWER MEASUREMENT CONDITIONS | Symmetrical: all channels driven and loaded equally. Unequal loading may permit higher individual-channel power. |
| MAXIMUM UNCLIPPED OUTPUT VOLTAGE | 175 Vpeak |
| MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT | 130 Apeak |
Audio performance |
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| GAIN | 17–47 dB in 0.1 dB steps |
| DEFAULT GAIN | 32 dB |
| OUTPUT NOISE, A-WEIGHTED AT 8 Ω | <−70 dBV, analog or digital input |
| DYNAMIC RANGE, A-WEIGHTED AT 8 Ω | 114.3 dB, analog or digital input |
| DAMPING FACTOR | >5000 at 8 Ω, 20–500 Hz |
| SLEW RATE | >50 V/µs, input filter bypassed |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 5 Hz–30 kHz, −3 dB; 1 W at 8 Ω |
| CROSSTALK | −70 dB at 1 kHz |
| THD+N | <0.5%; typical <0.01%, 0.1 W to full power |
| DIM | <0.5%; typical <0.01%, 0.1 W to full power |
| INPUT IMPEDANCE | 20 kΩ, balanced |
| MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL | +27 dBu |
DSP |
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| A/D CONVERTERS | Dual 24-bit / 48 kHz Tandem architecture; 129 dB(A) dynamic range |
| D/A CONVERTERS | Dual 24-bit / 48 kHz Tandem architecture; 121 dB(A) dynamic range |
| SAMPLE RATE CONVERTER | 24-bit; 44.1–192 kHz; 140 dB dynamic range; 0.0001% THD+N |
| INTERNAL PRECISION | 40-bit floating point |
| INPUT DELAY | Up to 2 s |
| OUTPUT DELAY | Up to 100 ms per output |
| EQUALIZATION | Raised-cosine, custom FIR and parametric IIR: peaking, high/low shelving, all-pass, band-pass, band-stop and high/low-pass |
| CROSSOVERS | Linear-phase FIR; hybrid FIR–IIR; Butterworth, Linkwitz–Riley and Bessel IIR, 6–48 dB/oct |
| LIMITERS | TruePower, RMS voltage, RMS current and peak |
| DAMPING CONTROL | Active DampingControl |
Connections and control |
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| ANALOG INPUTS | 8 channels; 8 × XLR |
| AES3 INPUTS | 8 channels; 4 × XLR |
| DANTE INPUTS | 16 channels over 2 × RJ45, Dante version only |
| NETWORK CONTROL | 100 Mbit/s and Gigabit Ethernet; ArmoníaPlus |
| REMOTE INTERFACE | Wi-Fi monitoring from a mobile device |
| INPUT BACKUP | Configurable automatic source failover |
| SPEAKER OUTPUTS | Refer to the manufacturer rear-panel wiring diagram for the correct output and bridge pin assignments |
Power supply |
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| POWER-SUPPLY CONFIGURATION | Automatic single-phase, bi-phase or three-phase operation; PFC, load balancing and Smart Rails Management |
| SINGLE-PHASE NOMINAL MAINS | 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| SINGLE-PHASE OPERATING RANGE | 90–264 V, DC to 200 Hz as published |
| SINGLE-PHASE CURRENT, 1/8 POWER AT 4 Ω | 32 Arms at 100 V / 18 Arms at 240 V |
| SUGGESTED SINGLE-PHASE BREAKER | C32 |
| THREE-PHASE NOMINAL MAINS | 173Y/100–416Y/240 V; 3~, 3W+N+PE / 3W+PE |
| THREE-PHASE CURRENT PER PHASE, 1/8 POWER AT 4 Ω | 12 Arms at 173Y / 6 Arms at 416Y |
| SUGGESTED THREE-PHASE BREAKER PER PHASE | C16 |
| IDLE CONSUMPTION | <200 W |
| MAXIMUM CONSUMPTION | <5000 W |
| POWER FACTOR | >0.9, single-phase, 1/8 maximum output power at 4 Ω |
Thermal and protection |
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| OPERATING TEMPERATURE | 0–35°C |
| COOLING | Continuously variable-speed, temperature-controlled fans |
| FAN NOISE AT 1 M | 40 dB(A) SPL at 1/8 maximum power, 8 Ω |
| THERMAL DISSIPATION, 1/8 MAXIMUM POWER AT 8 Ω | 2117 / 1946 BTU/h at 115 / 230 V |
| THERMAL DISSIPATION, 1/4 MAXIMUM POWER AT 8 Ω | 3892 / 2875 BTU/h at 115 / 230 V |
| PROTECTION | Over/under AC voltage; clipping, VHF and long-term RMS; DC; thermal; short circuit; mute at power on/off |
Construction |
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| DIMENSIONS (W × H × D) | 483 × 89 × 495 mm |
| RACK FORMAT | 2U |
| WEIGHT | 24 kg |
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