Quest QX300A High Performance Power Amplifier
The Quest QX300A is a high-performance 2 x 150W power amplifier engineered for versatile installation applications. Utilizing advanced UMAC™ Class-D technology, it offers exceptional efficiency and intelligent auto load sensing for both Low-Z and High-Z configurations. Its compact design supports wall or table mounting and high-density installation with up to 10 units per 3RU rack space. Robust construction—including a diecast base and comprehensive protection circuits—ensures reliable operation in demanding environments, making the QX300 a dependable solution for professional audio systems.
Key Specifications:
- Channels: 2 x 150W (Low-Z) or 1 x 300W (Bridge Mono for Low-Z & 70/100V)
- Mounting: Wall/Table
- Rack Density: 3 units per 1RU
Product Specifications:
| POWER |
| NORMAL OPERATION (PEAK) |
| Load |
Total Power |
8 Ω |
4 Ω |
70V |
100V |
8 Ω |
4 Ω |
70V |
100V |
| Maximum Dynamic Power (@ 1khz, 1% THD) |
550 W |
2 x 200 W |
2 x 275 W |
N/A |
N/A |
1 x 550 W |
1 x 550 W |
1 x 550 W |
1 x 550 W |
| NORMAL OPERATION (RMS) |
| Load |
Total Power |
8 Ω |
4 Ω |
70V |
100V |
8 Ω |
4 Ω |
70V |
100V |
| Maximum Continuous Power (@ 1khz, 1% THD) |
280 W |
2 x 150 W |
2 x 140 W |
N/A |
N/A |
1 x 280 W |
1 x 260 W |
1 x 250 W |
1 x 240 W |
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| I/O |
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OUTPUT CIRCUITRY
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UMAC™ Class-D – full bandwidth PWM modulator with ultra-low distortion
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OUTPUT CHANNELS
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Two Speaker Level Output via 2-pin Euroblock/Phoenix connector with 5.08 mm pitch and screw-lock
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INPUT CHANNELS
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Two Analogue Balanced Line Level Inputs via 3-pin Euroblock/Phoenix connector with 5.08 mm pitch and screw-lock
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DEFAULT GAIN
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32 dB
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FREQUENCY RESPONSE
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20 Hz to 20 kHz (+/-0.3 dB)
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TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
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0.003% (1 kHz @ 1/8th Power / 8 ohm load)
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DYNAMIC RANGE
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112 dB (A-weighted)
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MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL
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+24 dBu
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INPUT IMPEDANCE
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10kohm
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LATENCY
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N/A
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| CONTROL |
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (FRONT)
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Per Channel: Volume Potentiometer.
Per Unit (Applies to both channels): 80 Hz HPF Switch, 100 Hz LPF Switch, Bridge-Mono Switch, Limiter Switch and Auto-Standby Switch
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (REAR)
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N/A
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CONTROL AND MONITORING
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N/A
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DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING
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N/A
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PROTECTION CIRCUITS
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Thermal protection, Over-Current Protection, DC Protection, HF Protection
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| ELECTRICAL |
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MAINS POWER INPUT
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Universal Mains, 100-240V, 50-60 Hz
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MAINS CONNECTOR
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Standard IEC C14
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POWER CONSUMPTION - STANDBY
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0.4 W
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POWER CONSUMPTION - IDLE
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7.2 W
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POWER CONSUMPTION - 1/8TH POWER / 8 ohm Load
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38 W
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POWER CONSUMPTION - 1/3RD POWER / 8 ohm Load
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100 W
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| HEAT |
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HEAT GENERATED - STANDBY
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1.4 BTU/hr / 0.3 kJ per hour
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HEAT GENERATED - 1/8TH POWER / 8 ohm Load
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43 BTU/hr / 11 kJ per hour
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COOLING
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Fan-Forced Air Cooling – Temperature-Dependent
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FAN NOISE (ANECHOIC CHAMBER @ 1 m)
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38 dB(A)
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| SIZE |
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RACK SIZE
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1RU High and 1/3-Rack Width
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DIMENSIONS (W x H x D)
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125 x 44.5 x 330 mm (5.5 x 1.75 x 13")
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WEIGHT
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1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
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SHIPPING DIMENSIONS (W x H x D)
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250 x 80 x 420 mm (9.8" x 3.15" x 16.5")
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SHIPPING WEIGHT
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3 kg (6.6 lbs)
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| ACCESSORIES |
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ACCESSORIES (INCLUDED)
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Mains Cable, Feet, Euroblock/Phoenix Plugs, Rack Ears
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ACCESSORIES (AVAILABLE SEPARATELY)
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uRAK2 and WBQX300
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OPTIONS
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Dante Version Available - QX300D
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