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QSC GX3
The GX3 power amplifier is ideal for professional entertainers who require maximum
performance and portability on a limited budget. QSC designers, headed by Pat Quilter,
have optimized output and appearance while reducing raw material cost and weight.
This power amp is ideal for speakers in the 300 watt (Program) range, supplies maximum
possible power to 4 ohm and 8 ohm loads, and features easy hookup and adjustments.
The GX3 uses the latest evolution of the QSC Grounded Collector output system, for
optimum cooling of the critical power transistors. A true Class B biasing system
combines maximum thermal efficiency with excellent audio performance.
Uses premium
toroidal power transformers for reliable "mid-weight" performance. A variable-speed
fan moves air crosswise through the amplifier, drawing cool air in over the power
transformer, through the fan, and then over the heat sink. This keeps the transformer
cool and allows a full size heat sink to fit in a down-sized chassis. As always,
the amplifiers are fully protected from the usual hazards of the trade, ensuring
stable performance and long life.
GuardRail™ protection delivers full peak power
while preventing detrimental overloads. During excessive clipping, or extreme overheating,
GuardRail reduces gain just enough to preserve the integrity of the audio and protect
the speakers without unprofessional distortion levels or shutdowns.
A subwoofer reduces
strain on the full-range speaker, allowing it to play louder, or letting a smaller
speaker do the same job. The GX3 supports this mode with a Crossover switch that
splits the full-range input entering Ch 1, sending 20 Hz - 100 Hz to the sub (Ch
1) and 100 Hz - 20 kHz to the top box (Ch 2). The front panel gain controls balance
the sub and top box, while GuardRail optimizes peak power into the sub and top individually,
for greater musical impact and dynamic range.
Other Features:
- Power levels matched to the most popular speakers used by entertainers
- Optimized for maximum real-world headroom into 4 ohm and 8 ohm speaker systems
- Inputs: XLR, 1/4" TRS and phono input connectors for compatibility with any source
- Outputs: Speakon® combo accepts, 1/4" (TS) plugs or Speakon 2-pole and 4-pole plugs
(connects 2 poles only). Binding posts support all other speaker wiring systems.
- Minimum-depth chassis fits in compact, inexpensive effects racks
- Detented gain controls for precise setting and matching of sensitivity
- Front panel LEDs monitor Power, Signal and Clipping
- Subwoofer/Satellite crossover built-in
Specifications:
- 8 ohms/1 kHz (both channels driven): 300 W
- 8 ohms/1 kHz (single channels driven): 350 W
- 4 ohms/1 kHz (both channels driven): 425 W
- 4 ohms/1 kHz (single channels driven): 500 W
- Distortion (typical) 20 Hz-20kHz, 1 dB below rated power: 8 ohms: less than 0.05%
4
ohms: less than 0.1% - Signal to Noise (20 Hz - 20 kHz): 100 dB
- Input Sensitivity: 1.2 Vrms
- Voltage Gain (8 ohms): 32.2 dB
- Output circuitry: Class B
- Power Requirements (1/8 Power, Pink Noise @ 4 ohms, 120 V): 6.3 A
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz-20kHz, +0, 1 dB
- Dynamic Headroom (4 ohms): 2 dB
- Damping Factor (8 ohms): 100
- Input Impedance (ohms): Greater than 20k (balanced)
- Maximum Input Level: +24 dB (16 Vrms)
- Input Connectors (each channel): 3-pin XLR and 1/4" TRS, balanced, parallel
Phono,
unbalanced - Output Connectors (each channel): Speakon®, 1/4", Binding Posts
- Amplifier and Load Protection: Short circuit, open circuit, thermal, RF protection
Load
protected against DC faults - Front Panel Controls and Indicators: Gain controls, 21 detents
Red Clip LEDs, proportional,
0.1% THD threshold
Green Signal LEDs, threshold -35 dB
Blue Power LED, AC on - Rear Panel Controls: Full Range / Crossover switch
100 Hz, 3rd order LP (sub), 2nd
order HP (top) - Cordset:
120V 50/60 Hz: NEMA-15
230V 50 Hz: Euro 16A - Dimensions: 3.5" H x 19" W x 10.1" D (89 x 483 x 257 mm), 2 RU High
- Net Weight: 25 lbs. (11.5 kg)
Shipping Weight: 30 lbs. (13.5 kg) - Agency Approvals: UL, CE, RoHS/WEEE Compliant
*Picture is for illustrative purposes only.