Crown Macro-Tech Series Amplifiers

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Crown Macro-Tech i Series (MA-5000i, MA-9000i, MA-12000i)

For over two decades, Crown International’s Macro-Tech Series has been embraced by the professional sound reinforcement industry as the most reliable, best sounding analog power amplifier line that money can buy. Now, thanks to the advent of newer technologies, Crown has undergone a careful yet significant refresh of the range, which is being globally re-launched at Musikmesse Prolight+Sound in Frankfurt as the Macro-Tech i Series.

Comprised of three models – the MA-5000i, MA-9000i and MA12000i – the Macro-Tech i Series builds upon its predecessor by incorporating Crown’s advanced, patented Class-I circuitry, which efficiently delivers significantly greater power while simultaneously reducing overall amplifier weight by more than half. The new lineup is also equipped with comprehensive status, fault, and load monitoring via standard Ethernet networking and Harman Pro’s HiQnet™ and System Architect software. Furthermore, a universal power-factor corrected power supply ensures that the new models can be used literally anywhere in the world, delivering full rated power regardless of where touring schedules may lead.

“Between our groundbreaking I-Tech Series and new Macro-Tech i Series, Crown is the only manufacturer to have two premium amplifier product lines dedicated to touring sound,” says Brian Divine, market director for touring sound and engineered sound. “And although we’ve certainly implemented some powerful changes to Macro-Tech with this new update, our customers can be assured that we haven’t compromised any of the things that made the original line so successful, including its rugged build, rock-solid reliability, and unparalleled sonic accuracy.”

As is the case with all Crown amplifiers, the Macro-Tech i Series is backed by the manufacturer’s industry-exclusive Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty.

Features

• The i-Series continues the Macro-Tech legacy of unparalleled sonic accuracy and detail, putting sound quality above all else
• Patented, cutting-edge Class-I circuitry gets more power out of an amplifier with less waste
• Rugged construction ensures that all Macro-Techs are built to withstand years of abuse on the road
• Global Power Supply — designed to deliver maximum power no matter where your schedule takes you
• Studio-quality analog signal processing with built-in load, line voltage, input and output monitoring
• Standard Ethernet networking via System Architect® provides integrated monitoring and control to give system operators access to the system from any location
• Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty completely protects your investment and guarantees its specifications

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Crown Macro-Tech 2402 (MA-2402)

Macro-Tech® Series amplifiers deliver superior sonic accuracy and enormous amounts of power from a low profile design, and are perfect for touring and fixed installations.

The Crown® Macro-Tech 2402 Series amp is an enhanced version of the Macro-Tech line. It offers the same features and performance of the original Macro-Techs while delivering key added benefi ts that continue to expand the versatility of this distinct product line.

When it comes to manufacturing amplifiers, there are no shortcuts to quality. Crown's Macro-Techs have proven themselves time and time again in some of the most demanding applications in the world.

Features

• Crown's Grounded Bridge™ design delivers large voltage swings without using easily stressed output-transistor confi gurations like conventional amplifiers. The results are lower distortion and superior reliability.
• Patented ODEP® (Output Device Emulation Protection) circuitry compensates for overheating and overload to keep the amplifier working when others would fail.
• IOC® (Input/Output Comparator) circuitry immediately alerts of any distortion exceeding 0.05%, providing dynamic proof of distortion-free performance.
• Enhanced PIP2™ (Programmable Input Processor) connector accepts new accessory modules that tailor the amplifier to suit specific applications, such as networking via HiQnet™ or TCP/IQ™.
• Balanced XLR and 1/4-inch (6.35-mm) phone jack inputs for each channel on the standard PIP2-FXQ module.
• Full protection from shorted, open and mismatched loads; general overheating; DC; high-frequency overloads; and full protection from internal fault are provided by our latest protection scheme: “Quad-Mute.”
• Three Year No-Fault Full Warranty completely protects your investment and guarantees its specifications.

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Crown Macro-Tech 3600VZ & 5002VZ (MA-3600VZ / MA-5002VZ)

Crown's patented variable impedance (VZ®) technology permits the Macro-Tech 3600VZ and the Macro-Tech 5002VZ to dynamically adapt to both signal and load requirements, providing the best power match to the widest range of loads. These models pack large amounts of power into a compact package while achieving ultra-low distortion and without generating excessive heat. Detented controls, PIP expandability and comprehensive status indicators are included. The Macro-Tech 5002VZ's universal power supply adapts to available voltages around the world.

The Crown® Macro-Tech® Series is the defining standard for amplifier design today. No compromises, no gimmicks. Just brilliant engineering backed by superior manufacturing, support and an unsurpassed commitment to quality. Like all Crown amps, the defining characteristic of the Macro-Tech Series is sonic accuracy. A tight, rock-solid low end, with smooth, detailed highs and a well-defined midrange. In short, the most accurate reproduction of an audio signal you've ever heard. And because we put the quality of sound above all else, a Crown amplifier is the most coveted amplifier in the business.

When it comes to manufacturing amps, our work is based on one simple fact: there are no shortcuts to quality. And our Macro-Techs have proven it time and time again in some of the most demanding applications in the world.

The VZ® Series is a significant leap forward in amplifier design. Our patented variable impedance (VZ) technology permits the MA-3600VZ or MA-5002VZ to dynamically adapt to signal and load requirements in real time. Whether you need current in a low-impedance sub-woofer situation, or high-voltage swings for those transient signals, the VZs deliver!

Features

• Crown's Grounded Bridge™ design delivers large voltage swings without using easily stressed output-transistor configurations like conventional amplifiers; the results are lower distortion and superior reliability
• Patented ODEP® (Output Device Emulation Protection) circuitry compensates for overheating and overload to keep the amplifier working when others would fail
• IOC® (Input/Output Comparator) circuitry immediately alerts of any distortion exceeding 0.05%, providing dynamic proof of distortion free performance
• MA-5002VZ accepts Crown PIP2 modules. MA- 3600VZ accepts only the PIP-Lite module when fitted with the IQ-PIP-USP2 Adapter
• Patented Variable Impedance (VZ®)power supplies for each channel provide excellent crosstalk characteristics and the best power matching to your load; in the MA-5002VZ, three special modes are provided to control how and when the supplies shift impedance modes
• Very low harmonic and intermodulation distortion result in the best dynamic transfer function in the industry
• MA-5002VZ only: Independent error-driven compressor for each channel that can be set for fast or slow attack and release times
• Full protection from shorted, open and mismatched loads; general overheating; DC; high-frequency overloads; and internal fault conditions
• Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty completely protects your investment and guarantees its specifications

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