Features & Applications
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Detailed Description FFA-8000
FFA-8000 is designed for demanding low-mid, bass and sub-bass reinforcement in touring and installed systems. Each of its two channels is rated at 1250 W into 8 Ω, 2400 W into 4 Ω and 4000 W into 2 Ω. The low-impedance capability supports the sustained bass duties identified in the manufacturer’s application guidance.
Amplification and power supply
The dual-mono architecture gives each channel its own amplifier and high-current switch-mode supply. FFA combines this arrangement with its proprietary Class D PWM output stage and substantial energy-storage capacitance per channel. Supply soft start, efficient power conversion and thermal headroom are central to the platform’s approach to demanding bass reproduction.
Balanced female XLR inputs and male XLR links provide the signal connections. Each amplifier channel has a pair of NL4MP-UC speakON connectors, with the same output available on both pin pairs for compatible four-core wiring. Two powerCON mains inlets serve the independent supplies, and each channel has its own power switch and level control.
Operation and installation
The aluminium chassis occupies two rack units and weighs 12 kg. High-airflow cooling moves air from rear to front. Clip limiting, DC protection, short-circuit, current and thermal protection support operation within the published load ratings. Front-panel indicators show power, signal, −3 dB drive, clipping and protection status, giving the operator direct information at the rack.
Explore Full Fat Audio amplifiers at B-Star and the Full Fat Audio range. Manufacturer references: FFA-8000 manufacturer overview, Technical specifications — FFA User Manual, page 13, FFA amplifier user manual.
Technical Specifications FFA-8000
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| OUTPUT CHANNELS | 2 independent channels; dual mono |
| POWER PER CHANNEL AT 8 Ω | 1250 W |
| POWER PER CHANNEL AT 4 Ω | 2400 W |
| POWER PER CHANNEL AT 2 Ω | 4000 W |
| TOTAL RATED OUTPUT AT 2 Ω | 2 × 4000 W |
| MINIMUM LOUDSPEAKER LOAD | 2 Ω per channel |
| VOLTAGE GAIN | 32 dB |
| THD+N | Typical 0.05% at 4 Ω, 1 kHz; percentage unit confirmed by the user manual |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20 Hz–20 kHz |
| OUTPUT STAGE | FFA Class D PWM |
| POWER-SUPPLY ARCHITECTURE | Two independent high-current switch-mode supplies, one per channel |
| POWER-SUPPLY STARTUP | Soft start |
| LOUDSPEAKER PROTECTION | DC at output and clip limiting |
| AMPLIFIER PROTECTION | Short circuit, current overload, thermal protection and reactive-load stability |
CONNECTIONS |
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| ANALOGUE INPUTS | Balanced Neutrik female XLR, one per channel |
| INPUT WIRING | Pin 1: ground; pin 2: hot (+); pin 3: cold (−) |
| ANALOGUE LINKS | Male XLR signal-through connection per channel |
| LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUTS | Two Neutrik NL4MP-UC speakON connectors per channel |
| OUTPUT WIRING | Pins 1+/1− and 2+/2− carry the same channel for compatible four-core cable wiring |
| MAINS CONNECTORS | 2 × Neutrik 20 A powerCON, one per amplifier channel |
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS |
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| LEVEL CONTROLS | 40-position potentiometer per channel |
| POWER CONTROLS | Independent power-on rocker switch per channel |
| POWER INDICATOR | Green LED per channel |
| SIGNAL INDICATOR | Green LED |
| LEVEL INDICATOR | Yellow at −3 dB |
| CLIP INDICATOR | Red LED |
| PROTECTION INDICATION | Red LED for overtemperature, limiter activity and the 3-second power-up mute |
MAINS POWER AND COOLING |
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| MAINS REQUIREMENT (MODEL SOURCE) | 185–230 V AC, 50/60 Hz; 2 × 16 A maximum per amplifier; 120 V version configured at the factory |
| PUBLISHED OPERATING RANGE | 185–230 V AC on the model page; User Manual Issue 1.1 gives 230 V AC ±10% |
| COOLING | High-airflow fan; rear-to-front airflow |
MECHANICAL |
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| ENCLOSURE | Tour-grade aluminium chassis |
| RACK FORMAT | 19-inch rack; 2U |
| DIMENSIONS H × W × D | 88 × 483 × 510 mm |
| DEPTH REFERENCE | Includes integral rear rack-support ears |
| WEIGHT | 12 kg |
Power figures are per channel. Published mains ranges differ between the model page and older documents; the source is identified in the table.


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