Best General Power Amps Under $800 2026
Affordable general power amps under $800 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
#1
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4.5/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
the t.amp Proline 3000
by
the t.amp
Passive Speakers
Events
PA Systems
Key Feature:
• Higher power than integrated solutions
✓ PROS
- • Can drive multiple speakers
- • Versatile for various PA applications
✗ CONS
- • More equipment to transport
- • More complex setup than active speakers
the t.amp Proline 3000 Power amplifierEtapa de potencia2 x 1500 W @ 4 Ohm2 x 1100 W @ 8 Ohm2 x 1800 W @ 2 OhmEstable a...
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4.5/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 168990
$747
#2
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4.5/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
LAB Gruppen PDX3000
by
LAB Gruppen
Band
Live Sound
PA Systems
Key Feature:
• Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
✓ PROS
- • Professional audio quality
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost on top of speakers
- • Requires impedance matching knowledge
LAB Gruppen PDX30002-Channel Amplifier with DSP-FunctionPower: 2x 1000 W @ 2 Ohm2x 1500 W @ 4 Ohm2x 800 W @ 8 Ohm3000 W...
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4.5/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 478226
$658
#3
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4.9/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
LAB Gruppen PD3000
by
LAB Gruppen
PA Systems
Live Sound
General Applications
Key Feature:
• Versatile for various PA applications
✓ PROS
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
- • Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
✗ CONS
- • Requires impedance matching knowledge
- • More equipment to transport
LAB Gruppen PD30003000 Watt Two-Channel Amplifier with Power ManagementPower: 1000 W @ 2 Ohm1500 W @ 4 Ohm800 W @ 8...
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4.9/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 510750
$600
#4
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4.7/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Avantone CLA-100
by
Avantone
Passive Speakers
Events
Band
Key Feature:
• Professional audio quality
✓ PROS
- • Can drive multiple speakers
- • Versatile for various PA applications
✗ CONS
- • More equipment to transport
- • Requires separate rack and cabling
Avantone CLA-100Studio power amplifierConvection-cooledClass ABPower: 100 W RMS at 8 OhmBridged mono: 245 W at 8...
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4.7/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 475388
$670
#5
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4.4/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
DAP-Audio Qi-4400
by
DAP-Audio
Events
General Applications
PA Systems
Key Feature:
• Higher power than integrated solutions
✓ PROS
- • Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate rack and cabling
- • More equipment to transport
DAP-Audio Qi-4400Digital Class D AmplifierPower: 4x 400 W/4 Ohm4x 250 W/8 Ohm (RMS)Bridge mode: 2x 800 W/8 Ohm...
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4.4/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 567132
$512
#6
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5.0/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Behringer NX6000
by
Behringer
Band
PA Systems
Events
Key Feature:
• Can drive multiple speakers
✓ PROS
- • Can drive multiple speakers
- • Versatile for various PA applications
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate rack and cabling
- • More equipment to transport
Behringer NX6000Lightweight 2-channel class-D power amplifierPower: 2x 3000 Watt at 4 Ohm2x 1600 Watt at 8 OhmInputs:...
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5.0/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 448012
$548
#7
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4.9/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Crown XLS 2502
by
Crown
Events
General Applications
Band
Key Feature:
• Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
✓ PROS
- • Can drive multiple speakers
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate rack and cabling
- • More complex setup than active speakers
Crown XLS 2502DriveCore Power amplifierWith Class-D circuitAmplifier modes: 2-channel stereomono bridged or Y...
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4.9/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 372527
$714
#8
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5.0/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Crown Xti 1002
by
Crown
Band
PA Systems
Live Sound
Key Feature:
• Versatile for various PA applications
✓ PROS
- • Professional audio quality
- • Versatile for various PA applications
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost on top of speakers
- • Requires impedance matching knowledge
Crown Xti 1002Power AmplifierDSP controlledPower rating: 2x 700 W (2 Ohm)500 W (4 Ohm)275 W (8 Ohm)1000 W (bridged) 8...
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5.0/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 268580
$626
#9
⭐
5.0/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
QSC RMX 850a
by
QSC
PA Systems
Events
General Applications
Key Feature:
• Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
✓ PROS
- • Professional audio quality
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
✗ CONS
- • More complex setup than active speakers
- • Requires impedance matching knowledge
QSC RMX 850aPower AmplifierFormat: 19" / 2 U2x 300 W / 4 Ohms2x 200 W / 8 Ohms2x 430 W / 2 Ohms1 x 830 W / 2 Ohm...
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5.0/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 147018
$648
#10
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4.8/5
(10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
DAP-Audio Qi-4600
by
DAP-Audio
Events
Live Sound
PA Systems
Key Feature:
• Can drive multiple speakers
✓ PROS
- • Can drive multiple speakers
- • Versatile for various PA applications
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate rack and cabling
- • More equipment to transport
DAP-Audio Qi-4600Digital Class D AmplifierPower: 4x 600 W/4 Ohm4x 360 W/8 Ohm (RMS)Bridge mode: 2x 1200 W/8 Ohm...
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4.8/5
(10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 567133
$531
#11
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4.4/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Behringer NX6000D
by
Behringer
Live Sound
Passive Speakers
PA Systems
Key Feature:
• Can drive multiple speakers
✓ PROS
- • Versatile for various PA applications
- • Professional audio quality
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate rack and cabling
- • More complex setup than active speakers
Behringer NX6000DLightweight 2-channel Class D Amplifier with DSPPower: 2x 3000 Watt at 4 Ohm2x 1600 Watt at 8...
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4.4/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 448013
$505
#12
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4.8/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
the t.amp TSA 4000
by
the t.amp
Band
Passive Speakers
General Applications
Key Feature:
• Higher power than integrated solutions
✓ PROS
- • Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
✗ CONS
- • Requires impedance matching knowledge
- • Additional cost on top of speakers
the t.amp TSA 4000Switched-mode Power Supply Amplifier2x 1500 W/ 4 Ohm2x 1000 W/ 8 Ohm1x 2865 W/ 8 Ohm (bridge mode)XLR...
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4.8/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 287602
$505
#13
⭐
4.6/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Behringer NX4-6000
by
Behringer
Band
Live Sound
General Applications
Key Feature:
• Higher power than integrated solutions
✓ PROS
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
- • Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate rack and cabling
- • More equipment to transport
Behringer NX4-6000Light 4-Channel Class D Power AmplifierPower: 4x 860 Watt at 4 Ohm4x 440 Watt at 8 OhmInputs: Jack...
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4.6/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 448008
$526
#14
⭐
4.5/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
QSC GX 5
by
QSC
Events
PA Systems
Passive Speakers
Key Feature:
• Professional audio quality
✓ PROS
- • Professional audio quality
- • Higher power than integrated solutions
✗ CONS
- • More equipment to transport
- • Requires impedance matching knowledge
QSC GX 5Power AmplifierPower: 2 x 700 W @ 4 OhmInputs: XLR balanced2x RCA and 6.3 mm stereo jackOutputs: Speaker Twist...
⭐
4.5/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 207502
$637
#15
⭐
4.7/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
the t.amp Quadro 500 DSP
by
the t.amp
Passive Speakers
Live Sound
Events
Key Feature:
• Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
✓ PROS
- • Professional audio quality
- • Upgrade flexibility for speaker systems
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost on top of speakers
- • More complex setup than active speakers
the t.amp Quadro 500 DSP4-Channel Digital Power AmplifierClass DPower: 4x 500 W at 4 Ohm4x 250 W at 8 OhmBuilt-in DSP4...
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4.7/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 438086
$637
How to Choose the Best General Power Amps
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced general power amps typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
