Crown XLS 2002 DriveCore 2 Series power amplifier 375 Watts

Key Features

Power & Performance

375 watts per channel output (into 4 ohms) for reliable performance in portable, installed, and live sound applications
DriveCore 2 amplification technology for high efficiency, low distortion, and excellent reliability
Stable power delivery into low impedances for robust speaker control
High damping factor for tight, controlled bass response

Audio Quality

Wide frequency response for clear and balanced audio reproduction
Low total harmonic distortion for accurate sound at high volumes
Dynamic headroom for maintaining impact and clarity during peaks

DSP & Controls

Built-in DriveCore 2 DSP with configurable crossover, delay, EQ, and limiter settings
Adjustable per-channel limiter and compressor functions for system protection
Flexible input gain and output level controls for precise system tuning

Connectivity

Balanced XLR inputs for low-noise signal connection
Euroblock and binding post outputs for secure wiring to speaker systems
Multiple bridge and parallel operation modes for flexible system configurations

Protection & Reliability

Comprehensive protection features, including over-current, over-voltage, short-circuit, thermal, and DC fault protection
Efficient cooling with variable-speed fans for quiet operation

Installation & Flexibility

Lightweight and rack-mountable 1U form factor for easy integration into PA racks, DJ setups, and AV systems
Compatible with a wide range of passive speakers for sound reinforcement

Use Cases

Small to medium-sized venues, classrooms, houses of worship, and corporate AV installations
Portable PA systems and rehearsal spaces
Background or foreground music systems

Description

Give your speakers the power they deserve

Crown’s XLS 2002 2-channel power amplifier can put out 375 watts per channel at 8 ohms, 650 watts at 4 ohms, 1050 at 2 ohms, and up to 2100 watts when bridged — enough to cleanly power a wide variety of loudspeakers. This highly efficient Class D amp employs internal heat sinks with forced-air cooling to keep the internal temperature under control, and an automated rear fan that kicks in when you’re pushing the amp hard.

Controls you’ll use

The amp’s front panel offers independent gain control knobs, LED level/clip indicators, an on/off switch, LCD screen, and three menu control buttons. The LCD screen lets you configure the amp mode, set the limiter, and adjust the crossover configuration with the push of a few buttons. The rear of the XLS 2002 is a veritable treasure trove of connections — balanced XLR, 1/4″, and RCA inputs, so you can get creative with your audio sources. The 1/4″ line-level outputs let you add more amps to the mix. You’ll find binding posts and Neutrik Speakon® outputs for the speakers, plus a built-in circuit breaker to protect against overload.

Technology under the hood

Crown’s patented DriveCore technology allows their XLS amps to maintain high efficiency even when they’re being powered by untrustworthy AC current. Unstable electrical loads typically introduce heavy noise into most Class D amps, but the DriveCore circuit keeps the distortion to practically zero. So even if you’ve got to plug in near a lighting rig or other backline gear, XLS amps wipe away interference so your signal always remains clean.

Built-in PureBand™ Crossover System

Are you working with subwoofers, multiple speakers, or floor monitors? You can maximize the XLS 2002’s energy by employing its integrated PureBand Crossover System to tailor the sound to fit each of your speakers. It lets you choose the crossover point just about anywhere between 30 and 3000 Hz, and gives you steep 24 dB/octave slopes for seamless transitions between different drivers. Your choice of three different crossover modes, high-pass, low-pass, and bandpass, let you configure your system to nearly any situation or speaker setup, whether you need big-time bass or just need to hear the vocals clearly above the thrash and thunder. And the settings can all be adjusted right from the amp’s front panel.

Peakx Limiters keep you out of trouble

Crown’s Peakx Limiters give you the confidence to push your system hard without shutting down the entire production. You’ll be able to push the volume up safely without fear of sonic distortion littering the audience’s ears or wrecking your speakers. Crown put independent Peakx Limiters on every channel, and they’re defeatable right from the front panel.

General Specifications:

2-channel power amplifier with built-in crossover
power output:
- 375 watts x 2 at 8 ohms
- 650 watts x 2 at 4 ohms
- 1050 watts x 2 at 2 ohms
- 1300 watts x 1 at 8 ohms in bridged mode
- 2100 watts x 1 at 4 ohms in bridged mode
frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz (-1 dB)
signal-to-noise ratio: 103 dB
total harmonic distortion: 0.5% (20-20,000 Hz)

Features:

DriveCore circuitry maintains Class D high efficiency with low noise
independent right- and left-channel gain controls
LCD screen with menu/prev/next buttons
sleep mode turns LCD screen off for less distraction
security mode prevents tampering
rear panel circuit breaker/reset switch
defeatable Peakx Limiters for each channel
PureBand Crossover System:
- Linkwitz-Riley 24dB/octave crossover filter
- crossover frequency range: 30-3,000 Hz, with points every 1.5 octave centers
- selectable filter types: low-pass, high-pass, and band-pass
internal heat sinks with forced-air cooling
flow-through ventilation from front to back, plus automatic rear fan for critical temperatures
short circuit, thermal, and current limiting protection
front-panel LEDs indicate signal, -10dB and -20dB below clipping, clipping, and temperature
integrated rack mount ears