Description
Rockford Fosgate M2 500 Watt Mono Element Ready™ Amplifier
Designed to withstand the elements, the M2-500X1 Element Ready™ amplifier is a 500 watt, class-D model, capable of operating at 4Ω or 2Ω mono. This amplifier is extremely efficient because of its class D technology which reduces demand on the electrical system. The amp also features C.L.E.A.N. circuitry to help you adjust your gain settings, a P.O.W.E.R. Supply that generates more power as voltage increases, and integrated Punch EQ that corrects for acoustic deficiencies while delivering up to 3X the bass. For subwoofers, a variable infrasonic filter and remote level control allows you to tune the bass for the desired level for the music.
The M2 Series were developed for marine audio environments that feature UV resistant protection and special internal conformal coating that protect the electronics from water. It’s designed for those who want a reliable – with all the power and performance you’ve come to expect from Rockford Fosgate – at an economical price. Rockford Fosgate amplifiers are renowned world-wide for being “under rated,” easily surpassing all specifications, and most importantly, generating more power than their ratings. The latest generation of M2 Series amplifiers are also designed to be easy to setup and configure, making them perfect for use in any application.
- Element Ready™ design protects against outdoor exposure
- Conformal coated circuit board protects against dust and water
- UV stable powder coated cast aluminum heatsink
- Zinc Nickel-plated Marine grade brass connection terminals
- C.L.E.A.N. input/output clip detection and indicator LEDs
- Optimized using AudioGraph PowerCube measurement tool
- Continuously Variable On Board Punch EQ
- Includes RLC Remote Level Control
- Focused mass heat sink allows critical aluminum material to be located around hottest internal devices
- Top Mounted Control Panel
- Fully Adjustable 12 dB/octave High and Low pass Butterworth Crossovers
- Short Circuit & Over Current Protection
- Variable Infrasonic Filter
- Integrated Power and Speaker Terminals
- Balanced Differential Inputs eliminates noise picked up by signal cables
- RCA pass-thru outputs
- Integration with OEM and Aftermarket Radios
- "Auto-Sense" turn-on with remote out (high level in)
- Auto-Sense bypass switch for vehicles with RAP (Retained Accessory Power)
- Low Impedance Stability
- Proprietary testing using RATS (Rockford Automated Testing System)
- 2-Year Warranty
- CEA-2006 Compliant & CE Compliant
- Rollback Protection
General Specifications
CEA-2006 Compliant
CEA-2006 Power Rating300W x 4 @ 4Ω
≤1.0% THD+N
Cta-2006 Compliant
Number of Channels
1
Total Power
(Sum of Rated Power)
(Sum of Rated Power)
500 Watts
Rated Power
(RMS Continuous Power)
(RMS Continuous Power)
300 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω
500 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω
500 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω
Dynamic Power
(PVC/PowerCube®)
(PVC/PowerCube®)
350 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω
590 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω
590 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω
Bridgeable
No
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 250 Hz
Input Sensitivity
Low-Level: 150 mV - 4 V
High-Level: 450 mV - 12 V
High-Level: 450 mV - 12 V
Circuit Topology Class
Class D
Efficiency (average)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+Noise)
4Ω: <1.0%
2Ω: <1.0%
2Ω: <1.0%
Signal Input
Low-Level: 2 RCA
High-Level: 4-Pin Molex
High-Level: 4-Pin Molex
Signal Output
Low-Level: 2 RCA
(Pass-Thru active with RCA or Hi-Level input)
(Pass-Thru active with RCA or Hi-Level input)
Tone Controls
0 to +18 dB @ 45 Hz
Crossover Controls
Low-Pass:
50 Hz - 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth
Infrasonic:
15 Hz - 40 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth
50 Hz - 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth
Infrasonic:
15 Hz - 40 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth
Remote Controls
Yes
Visual Indicators
Power/Protect
C.L.E.A.N. In
C.L.E.A.N. Out
C.L.E.A.N. In
C.L.E.A.N. Out
Power Wire Gauge
4 AWG
Power Input Connector
Compression Terminal Block
Speaker Wire Gauge
8 AWG
Speaker Output Connector
Compression Terminal Block
Cooling
Convection
Heatsink
Operating Voltage
9 - 16 VDC
Recommended Fuse
(not included)
(not included)
80 A
Average Current Draw (13.8V Music)
Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave)
52 A
Suggested Alternator
Dimensional Diagram
Dimensions (H x W x D)
1.9" x 6.8" x 8.5"
(4.9 cm x 17.3 cm x 21.5 cm)
(4.9 cm x 17.3 cm x 21.5 cm)
Shipping Weight
4.8 Lbs. (2.18 Kg)