Electronics
SWA500
Dedicated digital power amplifier for CSW Series built-in subwoofers
3 1/2" H x 17" W x 12 5/8" D
8.89cm H x 43.18cm W x 32.07cm D
$54900each
SWA500
For peak performance, the SWA500 digital power amplifier is custom engineered to power the CSW Series subwoofers (up to two at a time). Achieve rafter-shaking bass at lifelike volume level with 500 Watts of cool-running, class D digital power (4 ohms at 0.01% THD). Easy-to-reach controls and a compact size make the SWA500 an easy addition to any equipment stack.
Bass Performance that's Out of Sight
The BASH amplifier combines the fidelity of conventional class A/B amplifiers with the efficiency of class D amplifiers. The bottom line is high power, and cool, reliable operation with precise definition and low distortion. Plug-in data cards for each subwoofer, called SPEX cards, preprogram equalization, infrasonic filter characteristics and power output that best matches the subwoofer being used. Each SPEX card also custom install subwoofers/amp has specific power control circuitry tailored to each subwoofer’s requirements for an even greater level of reliability.
SWA500 Features:
Class D digital design delivers huge power and runs cool for superb long-term reliability
500 Watts into 4 Ohms at <0.01% THD
Powers up to two CSW subs of the same model
Front panel low pass filter and level adjustment knobs make "tweaking" a snap.
Plug in SPEX circuit cards (supplied) optimize the amplifier to match the specific subwoofer model being used
Custom frequency shaping (programmed into SPEX card) for the deepest, most accurate bass perfromance
All Polk products are made using the best materials and the most advanced manufacturing techniques. They pass the industry’s most exhaustive quality tests, including drop testing, extreme signal response and UV & salt exposure testing. Polk loudspeakers are built to perform for a lifetime.
**The Innovations Design and Engineering Award is based upon descriptive materials submitted to the judges. CEA did not verify the accuracy of any submission or of any claims made and did not test the item to which the award was given.
Electrical | |
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| Inputs | Speaker level, line level & unfiltered LFE |
| Outputs | Line level unfiltered; speaker level parallel outputs |
Power Amplifier Specs | |
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| Power Requirements (voltage) | 120 |
Subwoofer Amplifier Specs | |
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| Continuous Average Output | |
| Watts | 500 |
| Ohms | 4 |
| Bandwidth | 20 - 500 without filters or EQ Hz |
| Distortion | 0.01 |
| Power Requirements (voltage) | 120V 60Hz AC |
Dimensions | |
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| Cabinet Dimensions | |
| Height | 3 1/2" (8.89cm) |
| Width | 17" (43.18cm) |
| Depth | 12 5/8" (32.07cm) |
Shipping | |
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| Unit of Measure | each |
| Total Shipping Weight | 17.00 pounds |
| Included Accessories | Two SPEX circuit cards, one for each model of built-in subwoofer (CSW100 and CSW200) |
Warranty | |
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| Subwoofer Amplifier Warranty | 3 years parts and labor (original purchaser) |
Specifications, dimensions and features subject to change without notice. For more information call us at 1-800-377-7655 (USA and Canada). Outside of North America call +1 (410) 358-3600.
SWA500 Media
SWA500 Literature
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