GX Series Power Amplifier, 500W/ch @ 8 ohms

Model# QS-GX5

The QSC GX5 Stereo Power Amplifier is ideal for professional entertainers who require maximum performance and portability on a limited budget. QSC designers, headed by Pat Quilter, have optimized output and appearance of the rackmountable GX5 while reducing raw material cost and weight. The GX5 power amplifier provides full performance for 500 watt (Program) speakers and supplies maximum possible power to 4 ohm and 8 ohm loads. Owners of popular 4 ohm loudspeakers (dual-woofer, two-way models and many subwoofers) will find the 700 watt (4 ohm) power of the GX5 an ideal match. The GX5 power amp 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.

Features
• Power levels matched to the most popular speakers used by entertainers	• Lightweight — less than 26 lbs (12.5 kg)
• Optimized for maximum real-world headroom into 4Ω and 8Ω speaker systems	• Detented gain controls for precise setting and matching of sensitivity
• Inputs: XLR, 1/4" TRS and phono input connectors for compatibility with any source	• GuardRail¢â automatically protects the amplifier and loudspeakers from damage due to temperature rise or overdrive without shutting down the show
• Outputs: Speakon¢ç combo accepts, 1/4" (TS) plugs or Speakon 2-pole and 4-pole plugs (connects 2 poles only). Binding posts support all other speaker wiring systems.	• Front panel LEDs monitor Power, Signal and Clipping
• Minimum depth chassis (10.1"/257 mm) fits in compact, inexpensive effects racks	• Subwoofer/Satellite crossover built-in

Details
Every GX amp leaves the factory with carefully-tuned GuardRail™ technology that guarantees full, peak power without harmful levels of distortion. As a result, the only way to get serious distortion from a GX amp is by sending distortion into it.