Emotiva BasX A3+ Three Channel Power Amplifier, Black
Key Features
- Features new balanced XLR inputs
- 140W per channel at 8 Ohms or 200W at 4 Ohms
- Class A/B amplification with a heavy-duty linear power supply
- Audiophile-grade fault protection for safe and reliable operation
- Remote trigger input and output for seamless system integration
Emotiva BasX A3+ Three Channel Power Amplifier, Black Overview
The Emotiva BasX A3+ is an audiophile-grade three-channel power amplifier, designed to enhance the front soundstage of your home cinema system. Ideal for high-end surround setups, it delivers up to 140 watts per channel into 8 Ohms or 200 watts per channel into 4 Ohms, ensuring reliable power for an immersive, dynamic, and overall impactful audio experience. A key upgrade over the original A3 is the addition of balanced XLR inputs, improving compatibility with high-end processors while retaining RCA inputs for flexibility.
It also features built-in remote trigger input and output to make integration with the rest of your system easy, allowing automatic full-system power control. A transparent fault protection system safeguards the amplifier and connected components without affecting sound quality. With a high-quality Class A/B amplification stage and a robust linear power supply, the A3+ delivers powerful, refined sound while maintaining efficiency. Plus, its 2RU chassis is ideal for rack-mounted setups, while its compact design also fits some AV cabinets and entertainment units.
Product Ref: 328869
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What's in the Box?
- Emotiva BasX A3+ Three Channel Power Amplifier
- AC power cable
- Trigger cable
- User manual
Specifications
Circuit Topology
| Amplifier Type | 3-channel power amplifier |
|---|---|
| Circuit Topology | Class A/B |
| Protection and Monitoring | Microprocessor-controlled monitoring and protection circuitry |
Audio
| Power output (all channels driven) | 140 watts RMS per channel; 20 Hz – 20 kHz; THD < 0.1%; into 8 Ohms200 watts RMS per channel; 1 kHz; THD < 1%; into 4 Ohms |
|---|---|
| Power output (two channels driven) | 150 watts RMS per channel; into 8 Ohms250 watts RMS per channel; into 4 Ohms |
| Power bandwidth (at rated power; 4 Ohm - 8 Ohm load) | 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+ / – 0.02 dB) |
| Broad band frequency response | 10 Hz to 80 kHz +0/-1.8 dB |
| THD + noise | 112 dB; ref rated power; (A-weighted) |
| Minimum recommended load impedance (per channel) | 4 Ohms (equals one 4 Ohm load or two paralleled 8 Ohm loads) |
| Damping factor (8 Ohm load) | > 500 |
| Input sensitivity (for rated power; 8 Ohm load) | 1.25 |
| Gain | 29 dB |
| Input impedance | 27 kOhms |
Input and Output Connections
| Input connections | Unbalanced (RCA); one each per channelBalanced (XLR); one each per channel |
|---|---|
| Speaker output connections | Audiophile grade 5-way binding posts |
Trigger
| Trigger input | 5 – 12 V (AC or DC); <10 mA input current required |
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| Trigger output | 12 VDC; can drive any load up to 120 mA |
Power Requirements
| Power requirements | 115 VAC or 230 VAC @ 50 / 60 Hz (automatically detected) |
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Front Panel Controls and Indicators
| Standby | Push button |
|---|---|
| Status LEDs | One per channel; blue |
| Standby LED | Amber |
Rear Panel Controls
| AC Power switch | Rocker switch (switches AC main power) |
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| Status LEDs switch | Disables front panel Status LEDs |
Protection
| Protection | The BasX A3+ is protected against excessive operating temperature, shorted speaker connections, ground faults, and other common fault conditions. |
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Mechanical
| Dimensions (W x H x D - Unpackaged, not including connectors) | Approx. 431.8 x 101.6 x 393.7 mm (17” x 4” x 15-1/2”) |
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| Dimensions (W x H x D) Packaged) | Approx. 546.1 x 203.2 x 533.4 mm (21-1/2” x 8” x 21”) |
| Weight (Unpackaged) | 25 lbs (approx. 11 kg) |
| Weight (Packaged) | 31 lbs (approx. 14 kg) |
Product Information
| Product code | Emotiva BasX A3+ |
|---|---|
| EAN | 818841012973 |
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