DPA Series
Digital Processing Amplifiers
DPA40 (4 x 1400W into 2.7R) | DPA80 (4 x 2200W into 2.7R) | DPA100(4 x 3700W into 2.7R)
With total control of all processing via the front panel, and all the remote options you could ever need, the new DPA Series can work alongside your existing amplifiers, with improved flexibility, performance and protection. Now shipping with 2000+ preset library in AudioCore: Amped Edition!
Combining new technology power amplification with the highest definition XTA DSP, the DPA Series take audio performance and convenience to a whole new level. Powerful processing features such as FIR filtering, dynamic eq, and Dante Networking (optional) work alongside unique enhancements including 4 local + 4 aux DSP channels (also supplied to the network), meaning a single DPA amplifier can control a stereo 4-way system with no external processing and supply audio to a Non-DSP amplifier either via analogue or a single Cat5 cable. Control via new AudioCore with advanced grouping architecture, or go wireless with our bespoke iPad app DeltaDirect.
Configure and tune using a fast, powerful combination of AudioCore (XTA’s fast efficient control software platform) and DeltaDirect, the bespoke iPad app. Every aspect of a network of amplifiers can be controlled and monitored wirelessly.Direct Ethernet, USB, and RS485 control options plus configurable GPIO offer unparalleled remote control flexibility.
Inputs:
Dante Network Audio (optional) x 4, AES3 x 2 (four chs.), Analogue x 4. Mix matrix for power amp and aux source processing.
Outputs:
Dante Network Audio x 4 (optional)
Aux outputs x 4: XLR line level with independent processing and memories.
Power amplifier outputs(x 4):
Output Power++ (per channel):
Load | DPA40 | DPA80 | DPA100 |
8R | 500W | 1000 | 1400W |
4R | 1000W | 2000 | 2700W |
2.7R* | 1400W | 2200 | 3700W |
2R | 1200W | 2000 | 3500W |
Output Power++ (bridged):
Load | DPA40 | DPA80 | DPA100 |
8R | 2000W | 4000W | 5400W |
4R | 2400W | 4000W | 7000W |
THD: better than 0.08% (2kW, 1k)
Freq. resp.: 3Hz-30kHz -3dB
Processing:
ADC and DAC resolution: 24bit
Internal sample rate: 96kHz
Delay; Polarity; IIR EQ (PEQ, shelving, variQ, all pass, phase, notch, band pass); Crossover up to 48dB/Oct.; FIR filtering; Dynamic EQ~; Program & Peak Limiter
System:
Nominal system gain: 32dB
Mains voltage: 115/230VAC nominal 50-60Hz
(factory set for either 115 or 230V operation)
Mains current: 20A maximum
NOMINAL POWER CONSUMPTION
DNA20 200W
DPA40 / DNA40 750W
DPA80 / DPA80 1248W
DPA100 / DNA100 1860W
DNA120 1584W
Suggested circuit breaker: C32
Mains connector: PowerCon
Remote Control:
Front panel USB (with RS485 relay mode)
Rear Panel RS485 bus
Direct Ethernet (with Rs485 relay mode)
GPIO Port – 2 x IN, 2 x OUT
Physical:
Dims: 88 x 482 x 458mm (HxWxD)
Weight:
DPA100:
12.5kg (27.6lbs), Boxed (shipping) 14.5kg (32.0lbs)
DPA80:
11.0kg (24.2lbs), Boxed (shipping) 13.0kg (28.7lbs)
DPA40:
10.0kg (22.0lbs), Boxed (shipping) 12.0kg (26.5lbs)
++Powers measured for continuous music with Crest Factor of 4.8 (14dB)
*2.7 ohm power quoted for highest single ended output and greatest efficiency (3 x 8 ohm parallel drivers). Amplifier is stable with 2 ohm loads but output will be reduced.
~in future firmware release
View on-line by clicking on the link, or save the file by clicking on it and then choosing ‘Save’ in the new window to keep a copy on your computer.
DPA Series Datasheet (3M)
DPA Operator’s Manual (2MB)
DPA Series – Technical Specifications (76K)
Amplifier Power and Thermal Performance, General Weights and Dimensions for all non-DSP models...
AudioCore: ED Working with preset files and presets (353K)
How to handle preset files in AudioCore: Amped Edition and browse, choose and load presets from the library...
AC:ED Preset Spreadsheet V1.96 (287K)
PDF version of spreadsheet for quick phone/tablet viewing.
AC:ED Preset Spreadsheet V1.96 (478K)
This Excel spreadsheet comes zipped to avoid anti-virus warnings.
Control Software
DPA series amplifiers are now (2024) compatible with globcon XTA/MC² Edition. Click here.
Key control features: Smaart Integration, Fast grouping, Midi / OSC Connectivity, Web UI control layer and Fast access control layouts Improving workflow in Live & Installed Sound. Available for both PC & Mac (Apple & Intel silicon).
DPA Series amplifiers are traditionally compatible with AudioCore:Amped Edition (AC:AE). AC:AE comes bundled with >2000 loudspeaker presets, use AC:AE to load your required preset from this library or use the IP loader for bulk loading. For more information – click here.
Latest Firmware
To download the latest firmware for your product, please visit the Latest Firmware page
DPA USB Driver Win 10 – XP (2MB)
Combined device driver and COM port driver for 32 and 64 bit systems - Win10 back to XP. Win 10 drivers auto-install if an internet connection is present.
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