Description
Peavey / Crest Audio CPX 2 Professional Touring & Install Power Amplifier
Powerful, versatile ClassAB amplifier with builtin crossover and protection ideal for touring rigs, PA systems, installations and live sound setups.
The CPX2 is a highperformance, dualchannel power amplifier from the Crest Audio CPX series designed to deliver robust, clean amplification for speakers, subwoofers and fullrange systems in demanding environments. With support for lowimpedance loads down to 2 per channel (or 4 bridged), and ample wattage across common loads, the CPX2 is suited for concert venues, clubs, houses of worship, studios and fixed installations needing dependable output and flexibility. Builtin crossover, lowcut filter, versatile inputs and outputs, plus reliable protection circuitry make CPX2 a workhorse amplifier for a wide range of audio applications.
Key Features
- Flexible power output: 450W per channel @ 2, 690W @ 4, 430W @ 8; in bridgedmono mode up to 1,380W @ 8 / 900W @ 4.
- Supports lowimpedance loads (2): Great for demanding speaker loads or multiplecabinet configurations.
- Builtin crossover & lowcut filter: Fixed 150Hz LinkwitzRiley crossover and 40Hz lowcut filter useful for subwoofer setups or protecting speakers from lowfrequency rumble.
- GCL Gain Comparator Limiting with defeatswitch: Monitors input/output gain automatically reduces signal to protect speakers from transients, clipping or highcurrent spikes.
- Wide connectivity options: Inputs via barrier strip and XLR/ combo TRS; outputs via 3 4pin TwistLock plus 2 binding posts for stereo or bridged mono.
- Stereo / BridgedMono selectable mode: Versatile operation choose stereo for twochannel rigs or bridged for highpower singlechannel needs.
- Twospeed DC cooling fan & dualvoltage support: Reliable cooling and international voltage compatibility (115V / 230V) suitable for touring or global installations.
- Rackmountable 2U chassis: 19 rack width, compact enough for pro racks ideal for studios, venues or portable rigs.
Technical Specifications
| Channels (Input / Output) | 2 (stereo) / 2 (stereo or bridged mono) |
|---|---|
| Power Output @ 2 (per channel) | 450 W |
| Power Output @ 4 (per channel) | 690 W |
| Power Output @ 8 (per channel) | 430 W |
| Bridged Output Power | 1,380 W @ 8 / 900 W @ 4 |
| Minimum Load Impedance | 2 stereo / 4 bridged |
| Frequency Response | 12 Hz 35 kHz, +0 / 2 dB @ 1 W |
| Inputs | Barrier strip & XLR combo TRS (plus jack daisychain output) |
| Outputs | 3 4pin TwistLock + 2 binding post (stereo or bridged) |
| Builtin Filters/Crossover | 150 Hz lowpass crossover, 40 Hz lowcut filter, each channel with independent switchable in/out |
| Cooling / PSU | Twospeed DC fan, dualvoltage 115/230 V AC with selector |
| Rack Size | 19, 2U (89 mm height) |
| Net Weight | 20.5 kg (45 lbs) |
| Chassis Color | Black |
Best For
- Live sound rigs, concerts, club shows and event stages needing reliable, highcurrent amplification.
- PA systems, auditoriums, houses of worship or halls requiring robust power and flexibility for fullrange speakers or subwoofers.
- Fixed installations or touring setups rackmountable design and dualvoltage support make it easy to integrate or transport.
- Systems requiring bridging for increased output suitable for driving large speakers or subwoofer stacks.
- Portable rigs, DJ setups, rental sound systems strong power, protection features, and versatile connectivity for varied speaker loads.
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