Mackie FRS2800 Pro Lightweight Amplifier (2800 Watts)

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For a clean, undistorted sound with maximum clarity, get this efficient, lightweight amplifier that performs -- whether you are at home or on the road.

Mackie's FRS Series power amplifiers feature legendary Fast Recovery circuitry for clean, undistorted sound and the ultimate in punch and clarity -- even at clipping. The amplifiers' high-current switching power supplies make them super-efficient and ultra-lightweight -- perfect for portable PA rigs. 'Built-like-a-tank' construction and Mackie reliability mean the FRS amps will withstand the rigors of the road, and perform flawlessly during gigs. More powerful and quieter than others in their price range, FRS Series amps satisfy even the most demanding systems. For optimum performance and maximum sound, match an FRS amplifier with a Mackie Precision Passive loudspeaker system.

Features:

Professional lightweight stereo power amplifier with high-power / low-distortion design

Fast Recovery circuitry for clean, undistorted sound - even at clipping

Ultra-light, ultra-quiet switching power supply for maximum efficiency and minimal heat

2800 watts continuous power @ 4 Ohms bridged

Selectable mono/stereo/bridged mono operating modes

High-resolution, 6-segment LED meter per channel

Defeatable clip limiter plus short, under-impedance, over-current and thermal protection

30Hz subsonic filter maximizes amplifier efficiency and headroom

Combo XLR/TRS input and TRS thru connectors per channel

Speakon and binding post outputs per channel

Third Speakon output for bridged mono applications, also provides both output channels on a single connector (mono/stereo modes)

Multi-speed fans read more adjust to operating temperature for minimal acoustic noise

Robust, impact-resistant, all-steel 2U rackmount chassis

Comfortable handles for easy transport and protection of level controls
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For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-898-3211
Email: support@mackie.com
Web: https://mackie.com/en/support/contact

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 1.5 out of 5 stars. (7 ratings)
Submitted November 2, 2008 by a customer from yahoo.com

"Bad quality and over priced"

Overall: 1.5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
SOund is clean no distortion even at full power. The apm fans are loud
Quality
I own two of them and on both after 1 year left channel died and I had to repair it (no warranty)
Value
Not a great amp for the money

Musical Background:

active musician

Musical Style:

rock, blues
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