Description
JL Audio RD500/1 Monoblock Class D Subwoofer Amplifier
Summary
Overview
Born to produce a whopping 500 watts into 2 ohms (14.4V, 1% THD), the RD500/1 amplifier was engineered to generate tons of pure subwoofer bliss from a sleek, ultra-compact chassis. The secret behind its power proficiency is our proprietary NexD™ switching technology, which delivers large amounts of power output with precise efficiency and ultra-low distortion.
For your convenience, the RD500/1’s controls are located on top of the amplifier, beneath a protective cover, with all connections found along one side of its chassis. Signal processing features include a 12 dB / octave low-pass filter, with continuously variable frequency selection from 50-500 Hz, and a variable bass boost EQ. Dual-range, differential-balanced inputs are also on-hand, capable of accepting most input voltage levels. Automatic turn-on capability (via signal sensing or DC-offset sensing) is standard, along with a set of preamp outputs so you can easily pass signals to another amplifier.
The RD500/1 is also equipped with an onboard LED-clipping indicator. This all-new, innovative feature lets you easily set your amplifier’s input sensitivity setting, quickly and accurately, with no special equipment needed. The RD500/1 features a durable, black powder-coated finish and a top-mounted, dual-color LED light strip that reports the overall status and condition. With the addition of an RBC-1 remote level control (sold separately), you can control the subwoofer output directly from the driver’s seat.
| Total Max Power (Car Amplifiers) | 500 Watts |
| # of Channels | Mono/Monaural |
| 1 ohm Power Output | Information Not Available |
| 2 ohm Power Output | 500W x1 RMS |
| 4 ohm Power Output | 250W x1 RMS |
| Bass Boost (Car Amplifiers) | Yes |
| Bridgeable (Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Bridged Power at 2 ohms (Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Bridged Power at 4 ohms (Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| External Bass Control Capable (Car Amplifiers) | Yes |
| Fuse Rating | 50A |
| Input Voltage (Car Amplifiers) | Switchable from 200 mV – 2 V RMS (Low) to 800 mV – 8 V RMS (High) |
| Low Pass Filter (Car Amplifiers) | 50 Hz – 500 Hz – 12 dB/octave |
| High Pass Filter (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Frequency Response (Car Amplifiers) | 7 Hz – 500 Hz (+0, -1dB) |
| MOS-FET Switching (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Overload Protection (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Protection Indicator (Car Amplifiers) | Yes |
| RCA Inputs (# Of Pairs) (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| RCA Outputs (# Of Pairs) (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Screw Type Terminals (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Information Not Available |
| Smart Engage Turn On (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Speaker Lvl Inputs (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Tri-Mode Capable (Car Amplifiers) | Information Not Available |
| Manufacturer’s Parts Warranty | 1 Year Limited |
| Manufacturer’s Labour Warranty | 1 Year Limited |
