Crown CDi2x1200 2x1200 Power Amplifier
Description
Crown CDi2x1200 2-Channel Power Amplifier
The Crown CDi2x1200 is a compact, rack-mount power amplifier engineered for studio monitoring, installed sound systems, and live reinforcement in controlled environments. Its efficient thermal design and minimal footprint integrate seamlessly into mobile rigs, permanent installations, and rental inventories while delivering clean, transparent amplification for nearfield and mid-field monitoring applications.
Power & Amplification
This amp delivers 1200W per channel at 4 ohms, with the flexibility to drive 70/100V, 4/8 ohm loads—eliminating the need for external step-up transformers and simplifying monitor chain design. The 0.7V RMS sensitivity and damping factor exceeding 1000 ensure tight, controlled response that keeps your mixes coherent across frequency content, whether monitoring studio speakers or managing multi-zone playback.
Audio Performance & Control
Distortion remains negligible at 0.35% THD across the audible range, while the 104dB+ signal-to-noise ratio and 80dB+ crosstalk rejection preserve mix clarity and detail with an exceptionally low noise floor. Onboard DSP and network control allow real-time monitoring and EQ adjustment from your workstation, with pre-loaded JBL speaker voicings for quick system optimization without additional external processing.
Key Features
- 1200W rated power output per channel @ 4 ohms
- 2-channel design with balanced (20 kΩ) and unbalanced (10 kΩ) XLR/RCA inputs
- 70/100V and 4/8 ohm impedance support
- 0.7V RMS sensitivity for full rated power at 8 ohms
- 0.35% THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz at full rated power)
- Frequency response ±0.25dB (8Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- Signal-to-noise ratio > 104dB (ref. rated power, 20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- Damping factor > 1000 (20 Hz to 100 Hz)
- Crosstalk rejection > 80dB (20 Hz to 1 kHz)
- Onboard DSP with network control and monitoring
- Pre-loaded JBL speaker tunings
- 19" rack-mount format (3.5"H × 14.71"D)
The CDi2x1200 combines studio-grade amplification, network integration, and versatile impedance handling into a compact platform built for transparent monitoring and reliable sound reinforcement in professional production environments.
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At a Glance
The Crown CDi2x1200 is a professional 2-channel power amplifier engineered to drive nearfield monitors, subwoofers, and active speaker arrays with 1200W-per-channel headroom and negligible noise. In the studio or post-production facility, its >104dB signal-to-noise ratio and onboard DSP let you shape speaker response and integrate seamlessly into monitoring chains without external processors. Its compact rack footprint, flexible impedance support, and networked control make it ideal for studios that mix on multiple speaker sets or scale monitoring rigs between rooms.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ live sound reinforcement
- ✓ installed systems
- ✓ touring rigs
- ✓ rental inventory
Not the best pick for
- – home listening
- – bedroom practice
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What impedance loads does the Crown CDi2x1200 support?
The amp supports 4, 8 ohm, and 70/100V line-level loads, eliminating the need for external step-up transformers. This flexibility simplifies system design and allows you to integrate it into installed systems, touring rigs, and rental inventories without extra gear.
How clean is the amplification, and what's the noise floor like?
Distortion is held to 0.35% THD across the full audible range at rated power, with a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 104dB and crosstalk rejection above 80dB. These specs ensure minimal noise floor and transparent amplification suitable for critical live and installed applications.
Does it offer remote control and monitoring?
Yes. The CDi2x1200 includes onboard DSP and network control for remote tuning and monitoring, plus pre-loaded JBL speaker voicings for fast integration into existing systems. This allows sound operators and engineers to adjust system response without physical access to the amp.
What are the physical specs, and how does it fit in a touring or installed rig?
The amp is 3.5 inches tall and 14.71 inches deep in a standard 19-inch rack-mount format, making it compact and easy to deploy in touring cases, installed racks, and rental inventory without sacrificing power or control.
How does the Crown CDi2x1200 compare to the QSC RMX 2450 or Behringer NX3000?
All three are professional 2-channel power amps for live and installed sound. The Crown offers 1200W per channel at 4 ohms with an exceptionally high damping factor (>1000), integrated DSP, and JBL voicings; compare specs and feature set against competing models to match your system topology and control needs.