The Power T500-1bdCP is a 500 Watt mono amplifier featuring Constant Power delivering up to 25% more power across all impedance loads. The frequency response of the T500-1bdCP is optimized exclusively for use with subwoofers.
Overview
The T500-1bdCP is based on the legendary T500-1bd amplifier design with a proprietary "Constant Power" configuration delivering up to 25% more power (Watts) across all impedance loads. The listening experience is cleaner, louder and more impressive than ever before. With the T500-1bdCP, you can now use an "under-the-seat" dedicated subwoofer amplifier to drive two 4-Ohm DVC subwoofers. This amp will provide enough bass to separate you from those envious car audio geeks.
- 24dB/octave crossover
- MOSFET power supply
- MOSFET output stage
- 4 Gauge power/ground connectors
- Audiophile grade speaker connections
- RCA pass-thru outputs
- Infrasonic filter
- 2-Year Warranty
Technologies
Balanced Differential Inputs
Differential inputs eliminate noise picked up by signal cables.
Constant Power
Constant Power is a patented circuit topology that provides instantaneous delivery of output power over varying impedance loads.
Class BD
Class BD amplifiers have 75-80% efficiency ratings vs. 20-60% efficiency ratings of traditional class A/B amplifiers.
DSM
DSM utilize 1% tight-tolerances improving efficiency of the circuit, decreases cross-talk from other discrete components and lowers operating temperature.
CEA-2006 Compliant
Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform to CEA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines mean your amplifier's output power ratings are REAL POWER numbers, not inflated marketing ratings.
MEHSA3
MEHSA3 reduces MOSFET temperatures, lowers distortion, increases durability and prolongs the output device life span.
Punch Bass EQ
Pioneered by Jim Fosgate in the early 70's, Punch Bass compensates for acoustical problems common in all cars.
Engineered In The USA
These Avatars are a personal signature from the Rockford Fosgate team member(s) who designed and engineered this fanatic product. This statement illustrates our commitment to being Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A.
TO-247 MOSFETs
(left-OLD | right-NEW) Rockford Fosgate amps use custom TO-247 MOSFETs. These have 60% more metal tab area for more power capacity, lower impedance and improved heat dissipation over traditional TO-220 MOSFETs found in competitor amps.
Specifications | |
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Speaker Output Connector | Screw terminal barrier strip |
Speaker Wire Gauge | 8 AWG to 18 AWG |
Power Wire Gauge | 4 AWG |
Power Input Connector | Block |
Visual Indicators | Power Thermal Protect |
Remote Controls | Optional Remote Punch Bass EQ (overrides built-in Punch Bass EQ) |
Crossover Controls | Low-Pass (LP): 35-250Hz 24dB/Octave Butterworth Infrasonic Filter: -3dB @ 28Hz 12dB/Octave |
Signal Output | Low Level: 1 RCA pair |
Tone Controls | Bass: 0dB to +18dB @ 45Hz |
Signal Input | Low level: 1 RCA pair |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+Noise) | 4-Ohm: <1.0% 2-Ohm: <1.0% 1-Ohm: <1.0% |
Efficiency (average) | 86.2% @ 4-Ohm 82.3% @ 2-Ohm 73.4% @ 1-Ohm |
Circuit Topology Class | Class BD |
Input Sensitivity | 150 mV to 4 V |
Frequency Response | 20Hz to 250Hz +/- 0.5dB |
Bridgeable | No |
Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®) | 328 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohms 537 Watts x 1 @ 2-Ohms 707 Watts x 1 @ 1-Ohm |
Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power) | 300 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohm 500 Watts x 1 @ 2-Ohm 500 Watts x 1 @ 1-Ohm |
Total Power (Sum of Rated Power) | 500 Watts RMS |
Number of Channels | 1 |
Cooling | Convection |
Operating Voltage | 9 - 16 VDC |
Recommended Fuse (not included) | 80 A |
Average Current Draw (13.8V Music) | 35 A |
Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave) | 70 A |
Suggested Alternator | 75 A |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 2.14 x 8.14 x 11.41 (in) 5.42 x 20.68 x 28.97 (cm) |
Shipping Weight | 13.39 Lbs. (6.07 Kg.) |