The Crown XLi 3500 is a two-channel power amplifier delivering 1350 watts per channel at 4Ω, making it ideal for large PA systems, subwoofer zones, and high-output cinema or live sound environments. It offers flexible I/O, selectable input sensitivity, and robust protection circuitry—all in a road-ready 2RU chassis.
Key Features
- 1350W per channel @ 4Ω, 1000W @ 8Ω
- 2700W bridged mono @ 8Ω
- Stereo, parallel, and bridged-mono modes
- Selectable input sensitivity: 0.775V or 1.4V
- Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs
- Speakon® and binding post outputs
- Front-panel LEDs: Power, Signal, Clip, Fault
- Rear-panel level controls for tamper-resistant setup
- Forced-air cooling with front-to-rear airflow
- Protection circuitry: shorts, no-load, RF interference, on/off thumps
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +0/–1 dB (at 1W)
- THD: <0.5% (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- Intermodulation Distortion: ≤0.35%
- Slew Rate: >10V/μs
- Voltage Gain: 36 dB
- Damping Factor: >200 (8Ω, 10 Hz–400 Hz)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >100 dB (A-weighted)
- Crosstalk: –75 dB @ 1 kHz
- Input Impedance: 20kΩ balanced, 10kΩ unbalanced
- Dimensions: 19" W × 3.5" H × 14.4" D (48.3 × 8.9 × 36.6 cm)
- Weight: 43 lbs (19.5 kg)
- Power Connector: IEC 15A
Ideal Applications
- Large-format passive PA systems
- Subwoofer amplification in live or installed sound
- Cinema LFE or surround zones
- Touring rigs, clubs, and houses of worship
