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Installation Amps

78 instruments available · See the ranking

LAB Gruppen D 200:4L

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$8,964€7,999Check ↗

LAB Gruppen D 120:4L

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$6,722€5,999Check ↗

LAB Gruppen D 80:4L

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$5,602€4,999Check ↗

LAB Gruppen Lucia 240/2M

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LAB Gruppen Lucia 240/2

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$593€529Check ↗

LAB Gruppen Lucia 240/1-70

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$532€475Check ↗

LAB Gruppen Lucia 120/2M

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$532€475Check ↗

LAB Gruppen Lucia 60/2M

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$492€439Check ↗

LAB Gruppen Lucia 60/2

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$436€389Check ↗

LAB Gruppen Lucia 120/1-70

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$431€385Check ↗

LAB Gruppen Lucia 60/1-70

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$414€369Check ↗

LAB Gruppen C 68:4

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$2,799€2,498Check ↗

LAB Gruppen C 48:4

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$2,799€2,498Check ↗

LAB Gruppen C 88:4

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$2,912€2,599Check ↗

LAB Gruppen C 28:4

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$2,799€2,498Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 20:2

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$1,377€1,229Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 40:2

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$1,568€1,399Check ↗

Crown DCi 8 600DA

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$10,376€9,259Check ↗

LAB Gruppen FAD1202

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$600€535Check ↗

LAB Gruppen FA602

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$346€309Check ↗

LAB Gruppen FA1202

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$391€349Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 5:4

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$1,030€919Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 2:2

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$558€498Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 10:4

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$1,198€1,069Check ↗

LAB Gruppen CA602

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$301€269Check ↗

LAB Gruppen CA601

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$275€245Check ↗

LAB Gruppen CA2401

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$369€329Check ↗

LAB Gruppen CA1201

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$319€285Check ↗

Maintronic AV32 Amplifier Remote

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$140€125Check ↗

Maintronic AV30 100V Amplifier Hutschiene

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$247€220Check ↗

Crown DCi 4 600

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$4,145€3,699Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 8:2

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$727€649Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 4:2

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$638€569Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 12:2

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$839€749Check ↗

LAB Gruppen CA2402

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$398€355Check ↗

Crown DCi 8 300N

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$6,976€6,225Check ↗

Bose Professional PowerShareX PSX4804D

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$4,481€3,999Check ↗

Crown DCi 8 600 N

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$10,757€9,599Check ↗

Crown DCi 2 300N

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$2,531€2,259Check ↗

LAB Gruppen D 40:4L

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$3,361€2,999Check ↗

LAB Gruppen FAD2402

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$828€739Check ↗

LAB Gruppen E 20:4

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$1,567€1,398Check ↗

LAB Gruppen CA1202

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$368€328Check ↗

Axxent AX4240TS-D

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$2,128€1,899Check ↗

Bose Professional PowerShareX PSX2404D

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$3,865€3,449Check ↗

Bose Professional PowerShareX PSX1204D

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$3,103€2,769Check ↗

Sirus I-Amp 1.300T

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$357€319Check ↗

Sirus I-Amp 8.150

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$615€549Check ↗

About Installation Amps

Installation amplifiers are designed for fixed audio installations, powering distributed speaker systems in venues like restaurants, retail spaces, and corporate offices. They prioritize reliability, efficient power delivery, and often incorporate features like DSP for system optimization. Unlike portable amps, these are built for long-term, consistent operation.

Best for

Commercial audio installationsdistributed sound systemsbackground musicpublic addresssound maskingprofessional audio applications

What to look for

Power output and efficiencychannel countDSP capabilitiesconnectivity options (analogdigitalnetwork)thermal managementbuild quality and reliabilityimpedance matching

Installation Amps — pros & cons

Pros
  • Optimized for efficiency, reducing energy consumption and heat generation.
  • Robust construction for demanding, continuous operation.
  • Integrated DSP simplifies system tuning and optimization.
  • Designed for remote control and monitoring capabilities.
Cons
  • Typically lack portability and convenience of consumer amplifiers.
  • Can be more complex to configure and integrate into a system.
  • Often require professional installation and setup.
  • Generally more expensive than consumer-grade power amplifiers.

Questions about Installation Amps

What's the difference between an installation amp and a standard power amplifier?

Installation amps are built for fixed locations, emphasizing reliability and often include DSP for system control; standard amps prioritize portability.

Why is impedance matching so important with installation amps?

Mismatching impedance can damage the amplifier or speakers, resulting in reduced performance and potential failure.

What does 'bridging' an installation amp mean and when would I use it?

Bridging combines channels to increase power to a single speaker, useful for subwoofers or high-power applications.

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