MartinLogan - DA12, 1000W, 12-Channel Distribution Amplifier - Black
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Specifications
- Continuous Watts x Channel @ Ohms75 Watts x 12 @ 8ohmsNumber of Channels12Number of Audio Zones6Network Connector(s)No network connectorsPreamp OutputsYes
- Key Specs
- Continuous Watts x Channel @ Ohms: 75 Watts x 12 @ 8ohms
- Number of Channels: 12 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Number of Audio Zones: 6 (Audio zones, typically designated by rooms in a home, are areas in which all speakers are dependent on the same sound source. Whether a zone encompasses one or multiple rooms, the receiver or preamp/processor is used to control all aspects of its audio and is able to select which zones receive sound.)
- Network Connector(s): No network connectors
- Preamp Outputs: true
- General
- Brand: MartinLogan
- Model Number: DA12D
- Product Name: DA12, 1000W, 12-Channel Distribution Amplifier
- Color: Black
- Audio
- Continuous Watts x Channel @ Ohms: 75 Watts x 12 @ 8ohms
- Maximum Watts x Channel @ Ohms: 150 Watts x 12 @ 4ohms (This is the maximum load the speaker, subwoofer or amp can drive.)
- Total Power Handling: 1000 watts (How much amplifier (amplified) power (wattage) that can be handled before damaging the product.)
- Number of Channels: 12 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Number of Audio Zones: 6 (Audio zones, typically designated by rooms in a home, are areas in which all speakers are dependent on the same sound source. Whether a zone encompasses one or multiple rooms, the receiver or preamp/processor is used to control all aspects of its audio and is able to select which zones receive sound.)
- Minimum Frequency Response: 20 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.002 percent (Measurement of the harmonic sound distortion. The lower the percentage, the cleaner the sound.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 20 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Amplifier Class: D (An amplifier's mode of operation, specifically the conditions in which its electrical current flows for the duration of an audio signal, determines its class. Each class has its strengths and weaknesses when it comes to power efficiency, levels of crossover distortion, and overall sound quality.)
- Amplifier Type: Power amplifiers
- Inputs
- Video Only Inputs: No video only inputs, No video only inputs, No video only inputs (The number and type of video signal only inputs the product has.)
- Network Connector(s): No network connectors
- Line-Level Inputs: true (Also referred to as low-level inputs. Enables the amplifier to receive a sound signal from another device via RCA cables.)
- Outputs
- Preamp Outputs: true
- Speaker Connection Type: Banana Jack/Screw Terminals
- Video Only Outputs: No video only outputs (The number and type of video signal only outputs the product has.)
- Features
- Fan Cooled: true
- Bridgeable: true (Bridging an amplifier increases the power it supplies to the speaker(s).)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.75 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 17 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 16.6 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 16 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 years
- Warranty - Labor: 3 years
- Other
- UPC: 810123026210
Multi-Room Audio Simplified. MartinLogan’s DA12 offers a simple, yet robust way to power your home’s multi-room music system. With 75W available on all of its 12 channels, DA12 provides plenty of muscle to really bring your custom installation speakers to life.
- Pure Power, Plain and Simple: Developed with Anthem Electronics, the DA12 offers 75W x 12 channels at 8 ohms or 150W x 12 channels at 4 ohms. A streamlined version of MartinLogan's MDA series, it provides more power without built-in matrix switching. Featuring 6 dedicated analog inputs and 2 selectable global analog inputs, the DA12 easily adapts to your audio needs. Ideal for distributed audio or boosting home theater systems, just add your sources or matrix for powerful, ready-to-play content.
- Maximum Power Density: The DA12 features a compact, efficient power supply delivering up to 1,000 watts in a 1U rack space. It offers 75W at 8 ohms and 150W at 4 ohms across 12 channels, with channel bridging for 280W at 8 ohms. Designed for custom speaker setups, it includes an automatic fan cooling system to ensure uninterrupted power in demanding situations.
- Superior Performance: DA12 has been meticulously designed to deliver unparalleled audio quality tailored to custom install applications. With an impressive 0.002% THD and a high-efficiency compact power supply capable of delivering up to 1,000 watts, the DA12 is the perfect blend of superior sound quality and prodigious power, all in a compact package, making it a must-have for custom installations.
- Uncompromising Installation Reliability and Flexibility: The DA12 ensures optimal safety and quality, preventing damage to the amplifier and connected speakers when properly installed. It features built-in safeguards against out-of-range current, temperature, and voltage, and multiple thermal sensors monitor temperature fluctuations for reliable performance in various environments.
Whats Included
- DA12 Distribution Amplifier
- AC Power Cord
- Rack Mount Kit
- 3.5mm Trigger Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- T10 Torx Bit
- Warranty Card
Q: Does the amplifier have line-level inputs?
A: This amplifier has line-level inputs.
Q: Does the amplifier have screw terminals for speaker connections?
A: The speaker connection type for the amplifier is banana jack/screw terminals.
Q: Can the amplifier be bridged?
A: This amplifier can be bridged.
Q: What is the total power handling of the amplifier?
A: The total power handling of the amplifier is 1000 watts.
Q: What is the maximum frequency response of the amplifier?
A: The maximum frequency response of the amplifier is 20 kilohertz.
Q: How many channels does the amplifier have?
A: This amplifier has 12 channels.
Q: What are the dimensions of the amplifier?
A: The product has a width of 17 inches, a depth of 16.6 inches, and a height of 1.75 inches.
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