About the Kenwood KAC-5001PS
Power and performance for your subwoofer system
Power and performance for your subwoofer system
Kenwood's Performance Series KAC-5001PS subwoofer amplifier can take care of your sub system's power requirements, and then some. With up to 500 watts RMS of power, you'll get clear, loud, and rockin' bass in your car. A rugged heat sink keeps this compact amp running at optimal temperatures, even when you're pushing your system hard.
Versatile adjustments and setup
A built-in low-pass filter lets you adjust the output so you'll get the best sound possible from your subwoofer/box combo. You can dial in up to 18 dB of bass boost if you want to fatten up the sound. An aluminum cover plate protects the amp's controls and connections, giving your installation a professional look.
Package deal: Save money when you buy this amp as part of these Kenwood dual 10" or dual 12" bass packages.
Confused about impedance? Check out our article on matching subs and amps.
Product highlights:
- mono subwoofer amplifier
- 300 watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms (500 watts x 1 at 2 ohms)
- CEA-2006 compliant
- variable low-pass filter (50-200 Hz at 24 dB per octave)
- bass boost (0-18 dB at 40 Hz )
- Class D design
- preamp inputs
- fuse rating: 30A x 2
- 8-gauge power and ground leads recommended wiring and hardware not included with amplifier
- 9-13/16"W x 2-1/4"H x 7-9/16"D
- warranty: 1 year
- MFR # KAC-5001PS
What's in the box:
Kenwood KAC-5001PS owner's manual
- Mono subwoofer amplifier
- 2 End caps (installed)
- Two 30-amp fuses (installed)
- 2.5mm Allen wrench
- Four 5/8" Self-tapping screws
- Instruction manual (English/ French/ Spanish)
- Warranty information
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Features & specs
Performance | ||
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RMS Power Output (Watts x Channels) |
300 x 1 | |
Peak Power Output (Watts x Channels) | 1000 x 1 | |
Power at 2 Ohms (Watts x Channels) | 500 x 1 | |
Power at 1 Ohm (Watts x Channels) | --- | |
Bridged Power (Watts x Channels) | N/A | |
Minimum Impedance Bridged | N/A | |
Minimum Impedance Unbridged | 2 | |
Minimum Impedance | 2 | |
Best Frequency Response | 20-200 Hz | |
THD at Rated RMS Power | 1% | |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 83 dB | |
Input Voltage | 14.4v | |
Features | ||
Amplifier Class | D | |
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency | 50-200 Hz | |
Low-Pass Slope (dB/octave) | 24 dB/octave | |
High-Pass Crossover Frequency | N/A | |
High-Pass Slope (dB/octave) | N/A | |
Bass Boost | 0-18 dB | |
Bass Boost Frequency | 40 Hz | |
Fan Cooled | No | |
Fuse Rating | 60 | |
Speaker Level Inputs | --- | |
Preamp Outputs | No | |
Width (inches) | 9-13/16 | |
Height (inches) | 2-1/4 | |
Depth (inches) | 7-9/16 | |
Parts Warranty | 1 Year | |
Labor Warranty | 1 Year |
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Features
CEA-2006 Compliant: CEA-2006 is a system of testing and measurement methods for mobile audio amplifiers. This voluntary standard advocates a uniform method for determining an amplifier's RMS power output and signal-to-noise ratio. The criteria for measuring power uses a DC input voltage of 14.4 volts and the RMS power output is measured into a 4-ohm load, with 1% or less Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) plus noise, and over a frequency range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, when applicable (20-200 Hz for this subwoofer amp). Signal-to-Noise ratio is measured in weighted absolute decibels (dBA) at a reference of 1 watt into 4 ohms. CEA-2006 allows consumers to compare car amplifiers and receivers on an equal basis. Using CEA-2006 criteria, the Kenwood KAC-5001PS is rated at 300 Watts RMS x 1 channel with an 83 dBA signal to noise ratio.
Specifications: The manual also lists these non CEA-2006 compliant specifications:
- Power: 500 watts x 1-channel (into 2Ω, at 100 Hz, no more than 1.0% THD, 14.4 volts)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 100 dB (at rated power)
Mono-Power Amp Design: The KAC-5001PS is designed with specific features to power your subwoofer(s) with a frequency range between 20 and 200 Hz. This amplifier is not designed to power a full-range speaker.
Class D Amplifier Design: The amplifier design is Class D, which uses digital switching power supplies. The result is much higher efficiency (less heat generated) than Class AB.
Low-Pass Filter: The built-in 24 dB/octave low-pass filter is continuously variable from 50 to 200 Hz. The crossover is always engaged (it cannot be bypassed).
Bass Boost: The bass boost circuit is centered at 40 Hz; boost is variable from 0 to +18 dB.
Controls:
- Input Sensitivity: 200mV-5V; continuously variable
- Low-Pass Frequency: 50-200 Hz; continuously variable
- Bass Boost: 0-18 dB; continuously variable
Inputs and Outputs:
- Signal Input: one pair of RCA inputs
- Power: screw terminal; accommodates spade connector up to 0.55" wide
- Ground: screw terminal; accommodates spade connector up to 0.55" wide
- Remote Turn-on: screw terminal; accommodates spade connector up to 0.335" wide
- Speaker Output: one pair of screw terminals; accommodates spade connector up to 0.335" wide
- Fuses: two 30 amp ATO fuses
The Kenwood KAC-5001PS replaces these items
Kenwood KAC-5001PS
- 300 watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms
- preamp inputs
- Class-D design
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This amplifier packs a hell of a punch, it is driving 2 Phoenix Gold 12'' Subs in a box in my trunk and sounds awesome, along with Kenwood Touch screen deck, the system is putting out over 700 watts which is more then plenty. Great Amp for the price and would highly recommend to anyone!!
Cmatthews8956 from Brandon,Fl