The powerlight 3 series is designed for the most demanding live audio users, whether in touring rigs or fixed installations. Qsc powerlight 3 series pl380 2channel professional power. Crown macrotech vs qsc plx and other lightweight amps. It is possible to make good class d amps with quite low distortion over most of their operating range, but for a variety of reasons, distortion rises somewhat over the last few db of the power range. Previously installed amplifier from hamilton place sound system. The plx3602 is a worthy and versatile solution for users who need to drive up to four loudspeakers from each amplifier channel 2. View online or download qsc pl380 user manual, specification. The unit is equipped with builtin subwoofer processing, filter switches, and front panel indication of bridge mono status. Qsc pl380 powerlight 3 series lightweight rackmounted. Qsc pl380 amplifier being sold asis, whereis, with no warranty. I stinks to test with my system consist of two jbl srx 728s plus two jbl mp 415, and another system consist of two head ev tx 2152 with two subs in 46cm rcf wrms. Im thinking of getting 2 qsc pl380 amps and running 4 ev qrx 212 cabs off one daisy chained and 2 ev qrx 218s cabs off the other. Qsc claimed that there was a defect in the design which was not worth repairing why they discontinued them.
Reason for being auctioned new sound system installed. Personally, i feel if the demand sales was high enough, price wouldnt be an object. The winner of the test on the medium high and i must say hands down is the itech 8000 with a dynamic, precision. Power on and mute delay test distortion analyzer with builtin signal generator 1.
This manual comes under the category receivers and has been rated by 1 people with an average of a 9. For lower power applications, the pl325 and pl340 offer the same feature set, matched to upgraded versions of qsc s most advanced linear amplifier platform. Pdf 308k the flagship of the powerlight 3 series is the new 8000 watt pl380. The paper is from 2007, when pl380 was available in qsc s portfolio. This highly refined, allswitchmode amplifier incorporates nearly 40 years of qsc engineering experience, resetting. To open downloaded files you need acrobat reader or similar pdf reader program. View online or download qsc powerlight 3 pl380 user manual.
Full range power ratings for pl3 series pdf 308k the flagship of the powerlight 3 series is the new 8000 watt pl380. Album caravan palace panic 2 albums licensed to youtube by wmg, merlin. Do you have a question about the qsc powerlight pl380 or do you need help. Powerlight 3 series is comprised of our ultimate analog power house amplifier, designed for the most demanding concert and livesound reinforcement applications. Manufacturers warranty can be requested from customer service. This manual is available in the following languages.
Qsc offers an amplifier solution that will deliver power for you and your speakers. The most pronounced sonic signature of the pl380 is one of immense headroom, sailing through even the most difficult loads with no signs of stress or change of tonality. In the states, there are only a few i know that still use the 9. Qsc powerlight 3 series pl380 2channel professional power amplifier, 150025004000w at. High dampening on an amp helps it control the cone of a sub and prevent that flubbing bass sound. Qsc pl380 powerlight 3 series power amp the pl380 by qsc is the ultimate analog power amplifier designed for the most demanding live audio users in tour rigs or fixed installations. Carson cant keep up with rodney dangerfields nonstop oneliners 1974 duration. Ohms law says at 1 ohm the voltage and amperage are equal, the square root of the power, which for 1500w is 38. Comprehensive remote control and monitoring can also be achieved via the qsys networked platform. The pl380 by qsc, is the ultimate analog power amplifier designed for the most demanding live audio users in tour rigs or fixed installations.
I was told this is fine but if there are any draw backs to doing this vs. This highly refined, allswitchmode amplifier incorporates nearly 40 years of qsc engineering experience, resetting expectations for class d audio quality. Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians. Qsc powerlight3 pl325 pl340 pl380 service manual download. A growing congregation and the addition of a praise team will create greater demands on the sound system. Discontinued products loudspeakers products systems. Saying that, they do have some stuff worth looking at, but most. The flagship of the powerlight 3 series is the new 8000 watt pl380. The pl380 features the ground breaking powerlight power supply technology, dramatically reducing weight, eliminating ac mains hum and improving audio quality. Qsc plx3602 stereo power amplifier 775w per channel. Qsc pl380 powerlight 3 series power amplifier powerlight 3 series is comprised of our ultimate analog power house amplifier, designed for the most demanding concert and. Pl380 powerlight 3 series lightweight rackmounted power amp.
Qsc pl380 powerlight 2 channel amplifier near mint. The pl380 combines a pair of 4000 watt class d amplifier. Why arent 2020khz ratings not on crest spec sheet for 9200. Qsc pl380 pl325 pl340 powerlight 3 series 1500 watt.
Powerlight pl325, powerlight pl340, powerlight pl380. Qsc make pro gear, behringer is behringer, more hobbyist and weekend warrior kit. Qsc pl380 powerlight 3 series 1500 watt professional power. The pl380 is rated as a class d switching power supply amp. The qsc plx3602 is a lightweight rackmount stereo power amplifier, offering up 775 watts per side at 8 ohms, and weighing in at a mere 21 lbs.
Customers must purchase the replacement product from an authorized qsc dealer customers must provide proof of purchase including serial number, place or purchase, and a copy of the purchase receipt. You could sum up the whole idea of a pa power amplifier in a single word sound. Qsc pl380 powerlight 3 series lightweight rackmounted power amp. Check out our exclusive demo of the qsc pl380 powerlight 3 series power amplifier. The powe rlight3 upgrade s the powerlight2 series, adding and refining some appre c iat ed func t ions. Qsc has become the clear leader in power amplifier products and technology over the past four decades. The most requested features of the powerlight 2 series have been upgraded to deliver the ultimate analog amplifier, while the qsc dataport ensures full compatibility with advanced digital processing and. Customers must complete the rebate request form completely and acknowledge the program terms with their written signature. Prograde features, sound and power in a compact, light and efficient. The power amp is a crucial part of a musicians live sound. What are the draw backs, if any about running amps at 2 ohms. The next step is to transition to larger format, preferably 3way loudspeakers for the main front of house sound system.
Qsc pl380 powerlight 3 power amplifier qsc pl380 youtube. Qsc pl380 powerlight series 2x2500w power amplifier. Qsc pl380 powerlight 3 series power amplifier zzounds. We compare the qsc pl 236 pl 380 qsc, lab gruppen fp 6400, and crown itech 8000. The pl380 has the watts but low damping factor and higher distortion compared to the pl 340.
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