Modular Construction
The XPA Gen3 modular power amplifier is comprised of a heavy-duty chassis, which houses the oversized power supply, and up to seven amplifier modules.
The XPA Gen3 can be purchased with anywhere between two and seven amplifier modules installed, and additional amplifier modules may be installed as more
channels of amplification are needed (up to a maximum of seven modules). The front panel display and protection system are designed to work with the
maximum number of channels, and so need not be updated when the XPA Gen3 is expanded; on the rear panel, slots not occupied by amplifier modules will
be covered with protective cover panels.
Note: To ensure that additional amplifier channels are installed properly, and function to our specifications, additional amplifier modules must be
installed by Emotiva, or by your local authorized Emotiva service representative.
A Word About Power Ratings
Music is, by its nature, dynamic. While it’s relatively common for the two main channels in a stereo amplifier to be asked to simultaneously deliver high
power levels, it is very uncommon for more than two channels to be called upon to deliver high power continuously at the same time, and this almost
never occurs outside of laboratory test conditions.
In order to deliver the most dynamic performance where it counts - with real music - we have designed the XPA Gen3 modular power amplifier with a
single immense power supply, which is able to deliver massive power continuously to any two channels, and to deliver huge amounts of power dynamically
to any number of channels when and if called upon to do so.
The power ratings for the XPA Gen3 modular power amplifier are the same with both channels driven continuously in the two-channel version of the amplifier,
and for ANY TWO CHANNELS DRIVEN CONTINUOUSLY in the versions of the XPA Gen3 configured with three, four, five, six, or even seven output channels.
In addition to this, because we always aim to provide the most complete information possible, we have also rated the other versions in terms of continuous power
(under laboratory conditions) with all channels driven.
Also note that, while the exceptional sound quality of the XPA Gen3 modular power amplifier, and its two-channel continuous power rating, remain the same
whether you choose to use a 120 VAC line or a 230 VAC line, the multi-channel power ratings are somewhat higher when you power the XPA Gen3 from a 230 VAC circuit.
While the XPA Gen3 modular power amplifier will provide plenty of power for most home theater installations when run from a 120 VAC line, for the absolute
best possible performance, we recommend operating the XPA Gen3 from a 230 VAC line.
Circuit Topology
A fully modular audio power amplifier with a high-efficiency switch mode power supply (SMPS), independent, fully discrete, dual differential, high current,
short signal path Class A/B amplifier modules, Optimized Class H™ power supply topology, and microprocessor-controlled fault protection.
Power Output
ALL MODELS: Power Output Per Channel
300 watts RMS per channel; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; THD < 0.1%; into 8 Ohms
550 watts RMS per channel; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; THD < 0.2%; into 4 Ohms
800 watts RMS per channel; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; THD < 0.5%; into 2 Ohms
ALL MODELS: FTC Rated Power; 2 Channels Driven; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; THD <0.1%
300 watts RMS per channel; THD < 0.1%; into 8 Ohms (120 VAC line).
490 watts RMS per channel; THD < 0.1%; into 4 Ohms (120 VAC line).
Power Output Per Channel: All Channels Driven; THD <0.1% ; into 8 ohms
XPA two Gen3: 300 watts RMS per channel
XPA three Gen3: 275 watts RMS per channel
XPA four Gen3: 260 watts RMS per channel
XPA five Gen3: 250 watts RMS per channel
XPA six Gen3: 225 watts RMS per channel
XPA seven Gen3: 200 watts RMS per channel
Power Bandwidth (at rated power; 8 Ohm load)
20 Hz to 20 kHz (+ / - 0.1 dB).
Broad Band Frequency Response
5 Hz to 80 kHz (+ 0 / - 0.15 dB).
THD + noise
< 0.005%; at 200 watts RMS; 1 kHz; 8 Ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio (8 Ohm load)
> 124 dB; ref FTC rated power; unbalanced input (A-weighted).
> 99 dB; ref 1 watt; unbalanced input (A-weighted).
Minimum Recommended Load Impedance
4 Ohms; which equals one 4 Ohm load or two paralleled 8 Ohm loads.
Damping Factor (8 Ohm load)
> 500.
Speaker Output Connections
Audiophile grade, gold plated, 5-way binding posts.
Power Supply
High efficiency, audiophile grade, Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS).
Input Sensitivity (for rated power; 8Ohm load)
1.5 V.
Gain
29 dB.
Input Connections
Unbalanced (RCA); balanced (XLR); one each per channel, independently selectable.
Input Impedance
33 kohms (balanced).
23.5 kohms (unbalanced).
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
Between 100 VAC and 250 VAC @ 50 / 60 Hz (automatically detected).
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Standby; push button (halo ring changes color to indicate Standby or On).
Status LEDs; one per channel; blue.
Status LEDs change to red to indicate a fault condition.
Rear Panel Controls
AC Power switch; rocker switch (switches AC main power).
Status LEDs switch; disables front panel Status LEDs and dims Standby button halo.
Input selector switches (one per channel); metal toggle switches; select between
balanced and unbalanced inputs.
Circuit Breaker; press button to reset circuit breaker.
Protection
The XPA Gen3 is protected against excessive operating temperature, shorted speaker connections, ground faults,
and other common fault conditions.
Dimensions:
17” wide x 8” high x 19” deep (unboxed; including feet).
17” wide x 7” high x 19” deep (unboxed; without feet).
24-1/2” wide x 12” high x 24-3/4” deep (boxed).
Weight
XPA two Gen3: 35.5 lbs (unboxed)
XPA three Gen3: 39 lbs (unboxed)
XPA four Gen3: 42.5 lbs (unboxed)
XPA five Gen3: 46 lbs (unboxed)
XPA six Gen3: 49.5 lbs (unboxed)
XPA seven Gen3: 53 lbs (unboxed)
* For boxed weight, add 5 lbs to the above weights