Emotiva BasX A5 - 5 Channel Stereo Power Amplifier

5-Channel Power Amplifier
Designed to power multi-channel home theatre systems with clean, dynamic, and reliable performance.
Class AB Amplification Topology
High-current Class AB design delivers a smooth, natural sound with low distortion and strong control.
Shared High-Capacity Power Supply
Robust power supply provides stable output and consistent performance across all five channels.
Independent Channel Design
Each channel is engineered to operate with minimal crosstalk for improved channel separation and clarity.
Unbalanced RCA Inputs
Standard RCA inputs allow easy integration with AV receivers, processors, and preamplifiers.
Stable with Low-Impedance Speakers
Capable of driving a wide range of speaker loads while maintaining control and musical accuracy.
Soft-Start and Protection Circuits
Built-in protection against overheating, short circuits, and overload ensures long-term reliability.
Efficient Thermal Management
Large internal heatsinks support cool and stable operation during extended listening sessions.
Trigger Input Support
12V trigger input enables automatic power on and off when used with compatible AV processors.
Solid Metal Chassis Construction
Rigid steel enclosure reduces vibration and electrical interference for improved sonic performance.
Ideal for Home Theatre Systems
Well-suited for powering front, centre, and surround channels in compact and mid-sized home theatre setups.

Description

Power Output (ALL channels driven)	95 watts RMS per channel; 20 Hz – 20 kHz; THD < 0.1%; into 8 Ohms. 130 watts RMS per channel; 1 kHz; THD < 1%; into 4 Ohms.
Power Output (two channels driven)	120 watts RMS per channel; into 8 Ohms. 175 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	< 0.02% (A-weighted); ref rated power
Signal to Noise Ratio (8 Ohm load)	> 116 dB; ref rated power; (A-weighted).
Minimum Recommended Load Impedance (per channel)	4 Ohms (which 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)	1.2 V.
Gain	29 dB.
Input Impedance	27 kOhms.

Input Connections	Unbalanced (RCA); 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. Trigger Output: 12 VDC; can drive any load up to 120 mA.

Power Requirements	115 VAC or 230 VAC @ 50 / 60 Hz (automatically detected).

Standby	push button.
Status LEDs	one per channel; blue.
Status LEDs	change to red to indicate a fault condition.
Standby LED	amber.

AC Power switch	rocker switch (switches AC main power).
Status LEDs switch	disables front panel Status LEDs.

Protection	The BasX A5 is protected against excessive operating temperature, shorted speaker connections, ground faults, and other common fault conditions.

Dimensions	17” wide x 4” high x 15-1/2” deep (not including connectors). 21-1/2” wide x 8” high x 21” deep (boxed). Weight: 26.5 lbs (unboxed) 33 lbs (boxed)