Crown Audio XLS 2002 Two-channel 650W Power Amplifier
Description
Crown Audio XLS 2002 Two-channel 650W Power Amplifier
The XLS 2002 delivers serious amplification power in a compact, lightweight package—weighing less than 11 pounds while driving studio monitors or powered speakers with virtually no distortion. Crown's patented DriveCore technology ensures efficiency and headroom that lets you push full output without compromise, making this amp ideal for home studios, project facilities, and permanent recording installations. The enlarged LCD display and expanded DSP capabilities give you precise control over your signal path, while intelligent thermal management keeps the unit running cool during long tracking or mixing sessions.
Power & Efficiency
Output reaches 650 watts per channel at 4 ohms, 375 watts per channel at 8 ohms, and 1,050 watts per channel at 2 ohms; bridge mode delivers 2,100 watts at 4 ohms or 1,300 watts at 8 ohms. Class D amplifier design with DriveCore technology achieves this performance while keeping weight under control and maintaining a signal-to-noise ratio of 103 dB and total harmonic distortion of just 0.5%—guaranteeing clean, undistorted signal delivery to your studio monitors or powered speakers.
Connectivity & Signal Control
Multiple input options—balanced XLR, 1/4" and RCA inputs—adapt to any signal source in your mixing chain, while selectable input sensitivity at 1.4Vrms and .775Vrms ensures the amp operates at full power regardless of your source level. Touchproof binding post and speakON outputs provide secure, professional speaker connections, and the integrated PureBand™ Crossover System with band pass filter per channel and Peakx™ limiters gives you precise frequency control and speaker protection across a variable crossover range of 30Hz to 3kHz.
Key Features
- 650 watts per channel at 4 ohms; 375 watts at 8 ohms; 1,050 watts at 2 ohms
- 2,100 watts per channel at 4 ohms and 1,300 watts per channel at 8 ohms in bridge mode
- Class D amplifier with Crown's patented DriveCore technology
- Two-channel audio output (2.0)
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.5%
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 103 dB
- Damping factor of 200
- Balanced XLR, 1/4", and RCA inputs with selectable sensitivity (1.4Vrms / .775Vrms)
- Touchproof binding post and speakON outputs
- PureBand™ Crossover System with band pass filter per channel
- Peakx™ limiters for speaker protection
- Crossover frequency variable from 30Hz to 3kHz on 1/12th octave centers
- Dimensions: 483mm (W) × 212mm (H) × 89mm (D); Weight: 4.9 kg (less than 11 lbs)
The XLS 2002 combines efficient Class D amplification, comprehensive DSP control, and professional I/O in a format light enough to move between rooms yet powerful enough to drive studio monitors reliably across tracking, overdub, and mix sessions with clean, transparent performance.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Crown Audio XLS 2002 is a compact, lightweight two-channel power amplifier delivering 650 watts per channel at 4 ohms with exceptionally low distortion (0.5% THD) and a pristine 103 dB signal-to-noise ratio, making it ideal for studio monitor setups and small-to-mid-size recording facility installations. Its integrated PureBand™ Crossover System and Peakx™ limiters provide precise frequency shaping and speaker protection, while multiple input formats (XLR, 1/4", RCA) allow seamless integration into any mixing console or interface chain. Studio owners value it for transparent amplification that reveals mix details without coloration, paired with the flexibility to configure stereo or bridged mono operation depending on session needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What power output should I expect at different speaker impedances?
The XLS 2002 delivers 650 watts per channel at 4 ohms, 375 watts per channel at 8 ohms, and 1,050 watts per channel at 2 ohms in stereo mode. In bridge mono mode, it reaches 2,100 watts at 4 ohms or 1,300 watts at 8 ohms. Check your speaker impedance rating to confirm proper matching.
What inputs and outputs does the XLS 2002 have?
The amp features balanced XLR, 1/4" phone, and RCA inputs with selectable input sensitivity (1.4Vrms or .775Vrms to match your source level). Speaker outputs include touchproof binding posts and speakON connectors for secure, professional connections.
How much does it weigh, and is it portable?
The XLS 2002 weighs less than 11 pounds (4.9 kg) with compact dimensions of 483mm wide by 212mm high by 89mm deep, making it one of the lightest power amplifiers in its class and suitable for touring rigs, mobile setups, and fixed installations.
What is the built-in crossover system and how does it protect speakers?
The PureBand™ Crossover System includes a band pass filter per channel with variable frequency control from 30Hz to 3kHz, letting you shape the frequency response to your speakers. Peakx™ limiters on each channel prevent clipping and protect drivers from damage under high-load conditions.
How does DriveCore technology benefit performance?
Crown's patented DriveCore Class D amplifier design achieves high efficiency and headroom while maintaining extremely low distortion (0.5% THD) and a clean 103 dB signal-to-noise ratio. Intelligent thermal management keeps the unit cool during sustained operation, so you get full output without compromise.