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DYNAMIC POWER
Rockford Fosgate amplifiers are known world-wide for producing more power than their ratings suggest. The M5 amplifiers are the first series based on new industry standard Dynamic Power ratings, bringing their conservative ratings to the forefront. Engineered from the ground up and purpose-built to deliver more output where you actually hear it, this is real dynamic power that performs not only on paper, but performance heard through the musical experience. You’ll see two amplifier power ratings, the traditional Continuous Power output, and the new Dynamic Power output, both tested in accordance with the CTA-2006 specification. Consider Continuous Power as wattage developed on the test bench for comparison against other amplifiers in the same class, and Dynamic Power as real-world wattage when connected to a speaker load, listening to music. Either way you look at it, Rockford Fosgate is proving – once again – these amplifiers are powerful enough to drive any speaker or subwoofer you throw at them.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE
- Play all day, easy to integrate, and keep music playing for extended lengths of time
- PRESET removes the need to set-up and tune the amp when used with Rockford Fosgate UTV audio kits
- Element Ready™ design with integrated harness & panel seals
- Constant Power provides instantaneous delivery of output over varying impedance loads
- RATS (Rockford Automated Testing System) proprietary quality & performance tested
- C.L.E.A.N. input/output clip detection and indicator LEDs
- Discrete Surface Mount technology with 1% tight-tolerances for high efficiency & reduced cross-talk
- Class-BD technology provides 75-80% efficiency over traditional class A/B designs
- OEM and aftermarket radio integration inputs
- Focused mass heat sink allows critical aluminum material to be located around hottest internal devices
- Top mounted control panel with Element Ready™ smoked lens cover
- Remote-Out feature when using high level inputs
- MESHA 4 reduces MOSFET temps, lowers distortion, increases durability and prolongs device life span
- Balanced Differential Inputs eliminates noise picked up by signal cables
- Low Impedance Stability
- Chassis Isolation from mounting points greatly reduces possible introduction of vehicle noise
- 2-Year Warranty
| Specification | Details | Specification | Details |
| CTA-2006 Compliant | Remote Controls | No | |
| Number of Channels | 1 | Visual Indicators |
Power: Blue Protect: Red Input Clip: Red Output Clip: Blue/Red |
| Total Power (Sum of Rated Power) | 1000 Watts | Power Wire Gauge | 8 AWG |
| Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power) | CTA-2006 Continuous Power Rating | Power Input Connector |
Compression Terminal Block Replacement 1040-57997 |
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≤1.0% THD+N 500 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω |
Speaker Wire Gauge | 16 AWG | |
| Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®) | CTA-2006 Dynamic Power Rating | Speaker Output Connector |
4-Pin Molex
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525 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 900 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 1000 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω |
Cooling | Convection | |
| Bridgeable | - | Heatsink |
Extruded Aluminum
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| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 245Hz | Operating Voltage | 9 - 16 VDC |
| Input Sensitivity | 150mVrms - 12Vrms | Recommended Fuse | 70A (Not Included) |
| Circuit Topology Class | Class-BD | Average Current Draw (13.8V Music) |
4Ω: 23 A
2Ω: 53 A 1Ω: 64 A |
| Efficiency (Average) | >80% | Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave) |
4Ω: 46 A 2Ω: 75 A 1Ω: 88 A |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+Noise) | <0.1% THD+N @ 1 Watt | Suggested Alternator | |
| Included In The Box | See Below | ||
| Signal Input |
Low-Level: 2 RCA High-Level: 4-Pin Molex |
Dimensions (H x W x D) |
1.7" x 4.25" x 8.41" (42.8 mm x 108 mm x 213 mm) |
| Signal Output | - | Does not include harnesses | |
| Tone Controls | Sub: 0-18dB @ 45Hz | Shipping Weight | 6 Lbs. (2.7 Kg.) |
| Crossover Controls |
Low-Pass: 50 Hz - 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth Infrasonic: 30 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth |
(1) Extension Harnesses (1130-75505-01)
(1) Pwr/Gnd/Rem Input (1040-61932-01)
(1) RCA Input Harness (1560-56458-02)
(1) Speaker Out Connector (1040-56811)
(1) Allen wrench
(1) RF sticker
(1) PRESET warning label
(1) Performance verification certificate
| Element Ready™ | All components are protected against harsh outdoor elements like Dust, UV, Temperature, Water, Corrosion & Vibration. |
| IPX6 Water Intrusion Rating | Water projected in powerful jets from any direction shall have no harmful effects. |
| CTA-2006 Compliant | Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform to CEA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines mean your amplifier's output power ratings are REAL POWER numbers, not inflated marketing ratings. |
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Class-BD |
Class-BD amplifiers have 75-80% efficiency ratings vs. 20-60% efficiency ratings of traditional Class-A/B amplifiers. |
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DSM |
DSM utilize 1% tight-tolerances improving efficiency of the circuit, decreases cross-talk from other discrete components and lowers operating temperature. |
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P.O.W.E.R. |
Power supply circuit design that allows the amplifier to increase output power as voltage increases. |
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MEHSA 4 |
MEHSA4 reduces MOSFET temperatures, lowers distortion, increases durability and prolongs the output device life span. |
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C.L.E.A.N. Set-Up |
C.L.E.A.N. (Calibrated Level Eliminates Audible Noise) is a patented circuit with in/out clip LEDs to help match a source to amp and optimize output |
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Balanced Differential Inputs |
Differential inputs eliminate noise picked up by signal cables. |
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Constant Power |
Constant Power is a patented circuit topology that provides instantaneous delivery of output power over varying impedance loads. |
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Punch EQ2 |
Onboard equalizer with up to +18dB @ 45Hz and/or up to +12dB boost at 12kHz. |
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NOMAD |
NOMAD is a "real time" analog computer that protects your amplifier from shorting speaker wires and dangerously low speaker impedances |
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Engineered In The USA |
These Avatars are a personal signature from the Rockford Fosgate team member(s) who designed and engineered this fanatic product. This statement illustrates our commitment to being Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A. |
We always recommend a qualified Harley-Davidson technician install these systems. However, if you would like to try to install this yourself here are some great videos about the products, step by step installation videos and tuning guide to help you.
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Rockford Fosgate Canada Limited 2-Year Warranty
Contact the Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer you purchased this product from. If you need further assistance, call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford Fosgate. You are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.