Crown DCi 8|600 - 600W 8-Channel at 4-Ohm 70V/100V Analog Power Amplifier

The Crown DCi 8|600 is an 8-channel analog power amplifier delivering 600W per channel at 4 ohms, designed for professional installed sound applications requiring high performance and flexibility. As part of the renowned Crown DriveCore Install Series, the DCi 8|600 is ideal for medium to large-scale installations, such as cinemas, houses of worship, conference centers, and hospitality venues. With its energy-efficient design, versatile connectivity, and compact form factor, this amplifier sets a new standard in audio fidelity and system integration for demanding 21st-century applications.

At the heart of the DCi 8|600 is Crown's proprietary DriveCore technology, a groundbreaking innovation that combines hundreds of discrete circuits into a single chip. This advanced Class D amplifier technology offers superior performance, lower power consumption, and enhanced reliability. It provides a true rack-density solution, offering 600W of power per channel across eight channels, all housed within a compact 2U form factor. This design allows system integrators to save valuable rack space while maintaining impressive output power and audio clarity.

The DCi 8|600 is capable of driving both low-impedance (2, 4, 8 ohms) and high-impedance (70V/100V) speaker loads without the need for transformers, making it an incredibly versatile amplifier. Each channel is individually selectable for low-Z or high-Z operation, allowing you to configure the amplifier to suit a wide range of installation scenarios. This direct drive capability also reduces wiring costs and simplifies system design by enabling more speakers to be connected to each output channel.

The amplifier features Crown's advanced protection circuits, ensuring that both the amplifier and connected speakers are protected from potential damage due to short circuits, DC offset, mismatched loads, overheating, and high-frequency overloads. The TLC (Total Linear Control) protection intelligently applies gain reduction when necessary to maintain safe operating conditions and prevent thermal shutdown, ensuring consistent and reliable performance even under extreme conditions.

Energy efficiency is a key feature of the DCi 8|600, with a range of power-saving technologies designed to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. The amplifier consumes less than 1W of power in sleep mode, and an auto-standby function activates after 30 minutes of no input signal. Additionally, the amplifier can be remotely powered on or off via its AUX port, providing further integration flexibility in complex installations. Crown's Green Edge compliance ensures that the DCi 8|600 meets environmentally friendly design, manufacturing, and packaging standards, further enhancing its sustainability credentials.

The cooling system in the DCi 8|600 utilizes continuously variable speed forced-air cooling, ensuring efficient airflow where it's needed most. This design maximizes cooling efficiency while minimizing heat buildup and fan noise, making the amplifier suitable for environments where quiet operation is essential, such as conference centers and theaters. With a maximum fan noise level of just 47 dB, the amplifier can operate discreetly without disrupting the listening experience.

Featuring an advanced PFC (Power Factor Correction) power supply, the DCi 8|600 guarantees that the amplifier delivers its rated power with maximum efficiency, regardless of the input voltage. This universal power supply accepts 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, ensuring the amplifier can be used in any global installation. The amplifier is equipped with barrier strip outputs for low-Z or high-Z systems and Phnix-style inputs, making installation straightforward and flexible for any system configuration.

The Crown DCi 8|600 also includes intuitive system monitoring and control features. The amplifier is compatible with remote power management systems, allowing for complete control and monitoring of the amplifier's status, fault monitoring, and on/off functionality through its AUX port. With its high output power, flexibility, and energy-saving features, the DCi 8|600 is the ultimate solution for integrators seeking a robust, reliable, and efficient amplifier for large-scale, multi-zone audio systems.

Features

• 600W per channel at 4 ohms, supporting both low-Z (2, 4, 8 ohms) and high-Z (70V/100V) speaker systems
• Proprietary DriveCore technology integrates hundreds of components for enhanced reliability and lower power consumption
• Direct Drive capabilities on each channel, allowing constant voltage output without transformers
• Advanced protection circuits to guard against short circuits, DC offset, overheating, and more
• Energy-efficient design with auto-standby mode and less than 1W power consumption in sleep mode
• Advanced cooling system with variable-speed forced air for efficient and quiet operation (47 dB max)
• Output Power (Dual Mode): 600W (4 Ohm), 600W (70V/100V)
• Output Power (Bridge Mono Mode): 1200W (8 Ohm), 1200W (140V/200V)
• Universal AC input (100-240V, 50/60Hz) with advanced PFC for efficient power delivery
• Compact 2U rackmount design (19 x 17 x 3.5 inches) with a weight of 30 lbs
• Remote on/off control and fault monitoring via AUX port for easy system integration

Specifications

• Output Power (Dual Mode): 300W (2 Ohm), 600W (4 Ohm), 600W (8 Ohm), 300W (16 Ohm), 600W (70Vrms), 600W (100Vrms)
• Output Power (Bridge Mono Mode): 600W (4 Ohm), 1200W (8 Ohm), 1200W (16 Ohm), 1200W (140Vrms), 1200W (200Vrms)
• Frequency Response: ±0.25dB
• Signal to Noise Ratio: >108dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.35%
• Voltage Gain: 34dB
• Damping Factor: >1000
• Input Impedance: 10kOhm, 5kOhm
• Maximum Input Level (Before Compression): +20dBu
• Maximum Input Level (Before Clipping): +26dBu
• Load Impedance (Stereo/Dual Mode): 2 Ohm to 16 Ohm; 70Vrms and 100Vrms
• Load Impedance (Bridge Mono): 4 Ohm to 16 Ohm; 140Vrms and 200Vrms
• Cooling: Continuously variable speed forced air, front to back airflow
• Maximum Fan Noise: 47 dB
• Required AC Mains: 100V-240Vrms, 50/60Hz
• IEC Power Connector: 20A IEC
• Weight: 30 lbs
• Dimensions: 19 x 17 x 3.5 inches