QSC GX5
The QSC GX5 is a power amplifier that features dramatic styling and easly adjustable. This power amp provides you with excellent audio quality and QSC reliability. The GX5 delivers just the right amount of power to the most popular speakers used by entertainers. Most loudspeaker manufacturers recommend an amplifier with power output equal to the speaker's "Program (Music) Power" rating or two times (2 x) the "Continuous (RMS) Power" rating.
- 8 ohms / 1 kHz (both channels driven): 500 W
- 8 ohms / 1 kHz (single channel driven): 600 W
- 4 ohms / 1 kHz (both channels driven): 700 W
- 4 ohms / 1 kHz (single channel driven): 850 W
The QSC GX5 uses a Class H system, based on key elements of the PLX Series, almost doubling power in the same size and weight. QSC design expertise allows the output devices to shift from low-power to high-power rails in less than a millionth of a second, ensuring that the output power is always right where it needs to be without excess loss.
QSC GX5 Features
- Power levels matched to the most popular speakers used by entertainers
- Optimized for maximum real-world headroom into 4- and 8-ohm speaker systems
- Inputs: XLR, 1/4" TRS and phono input connectors for compatibility with any source
- Outputs: Speakon® combo accepts 1/4" (TS) plugs or Speakon 2- and 4-pole plugs (connects 2 poles only). Binding posts support all other speaker wiring systems
- Minimum depth chassis (10.1" / 257 mm) fits in compact, inexpensive effects racks
- Lightweight - GX3 and GX5 less than 26 lb (12.5 kg). GX7 only 15.5 lb (7 kg)*
- Detented gain controls for precise setting and matching of sensitivity
- GuardRail™ automatically protects the amplifier and loudspeakers from damage due to temperature rise or overdrive without shutting down the show
- Front panel LEDs monitor power, signal, and clipping
- Subwoofer/satellite crossover built-in
Specifications
- 8 ohms / 1 kHz (both channels driven): 500 W
- 8 ohms / 1 kHz (single channel driven): 600 W
- 4 ohms / 1 kHz (both channels driven): 700 W
- 4 ohms / 1 kHz (single channel driven): 850 W
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Distortion (1 dB below rated power, 1 kHz):
- 8 ohms: less than 0.02%
- 4 ohms: less than 0.05%
- Signal to Noise (20 Hz - 20 kHz): 100 dB
- Input Sensitivity: 1.2 V rms
- Voltage Gain: 34.4 dB
- Output Circuitry: 2-tier Class H
- Power Requirements (1/8 power, pink noise at 4 ohms, 120V): 6 A
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz, +0, -1 dB
- Dynamic Headroom (4 ohms): 2 dB
- Input Impedance: Greater than 20 kΩ (balanced)
- Maximum Input Level: +24 dBu (16 V rms)
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Input Connectors (each channel):
- 3-pin XLR and 1/4" TRS, balanced, parallel
- Phono, unbalanced
- Output Connectors (each channel): Speakon®, 1/4", Binding posts
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Amplifier and Load Protection:
- Short circuit, open circuit, thermal, RF protection
- Load protected against DC faults
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Front Panel Controls and Indicators:
- Gain controls, 21 detents
- Red CLIP LEDs, proportional, 0.1% THD threshold
- Green SIGNAL LEDs, threshold 35 dB below clipping
- Blue POWER LED, AC on
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Rear Panel Controls:
- Full Range / Crossover switch
- 100 Hz, 3rd order LP (sub), 2nd order HP (top)
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Dimensions:
- Height: 3.5" (89 mm) 2RU
- Width: 19" (483 mm)
- Depth: 10.1" (257 mm)
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Weight:
- Net: 28 lb (12.6 kg)
- Shipping: 32 lb (14.6 kg)