Ashly FX500.8 Eight-Channel Network Power Amplifier

The Ashly FX500.8 is an eight-channel, 4,000W installation power amplifier combining high-efficiency Class-D amplification, integrated DSP and network-based configuration in a 2U rackmount chassis. Each channel delivers up to 500W, with support for low-impedance loudspeakers and bridged 70V/100V distributed audio applications. Built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity provide convenient access to its browser-based configuration interface.

From The Manufacturer:

The Ashly FX Series combines professional power amplification with integrated digital signal processing and network control. The FX500.8 provides eight amplifier channels and eight analogue inputs, allowing flexible signal routing and configuration for multi-zone audio installations.

Its integrated DSP includes equalisation, crossover, delay, compression, limiting, FIR filtering and speaker presets. Users can configure the amplifier through a web browser using either its built-in Wi-Fi access point or a wired Ethernet connection.

Key Features:

• Eight-channel Class-D power amplifier.

• 500W per channel at 2Ω and 4Ω.

• 250W per channel at 8Ω.

• Up to 4 × 1,000W bridged output configurations.

• Supports low-impedance, 70V and 100V applications.

• Integrated DSP with EQ, crossover, delay, FIR filters, compressor and limiter.

• Eight balanced microphone/line inputs.

• Eight unbalanced RCA inputs.

• Built-in Wi-Fi access point for wireless configuration.

• Ethernet connectivity for wired network control.

• Browser-based configuration interface.

• Stereo S/PDIF digital input and output.

• Configurable GPIO for remote control functions.

• Universal 100–240V AC power supply.

Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Ashly Audio

• Model: FX500.8

• Amplifier Class: Class D

• Rack Format: 2U

• Input Channels: 8

• Output Channels: 8

• Total System Power: 4,000W

• Output Power at 2Ω: 8 × 500W

• Output Power at 4Ω: 8 × 500W

• Output Power at 8Ω: 8 × 250W

• Bridged Output at 4Ω: 4 × 1,000W

• Bridged Output at 8Ω: 4 × 1,000W

• 25V Output: 8 × 320W

• 70V Output: 4 × 1,000W bridged

• 100V Output: 4 × 1,000W bridged

• Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (+0/−0.5dB)

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >108dB, A-weighted

• THD+N: <0.05%

• Network Connectivity: Ethernet and built-in Wi-Fi access point

• Digital Audio: S/PDIF input and output

• DSP: Integrated

• Power Sharing: Not supported on the FX500.8.

Power ratings are based on the manufacturer's specifications. Bridged configurations combine adjacent amplifier channels and require the appropriate output-mode configuration.

Included:

• One Ashly FX500.8 power amplifier.

• Mains power cable.

• Euroblock analogue input connectors.

• Euroblock GPIO connector.

• Euroblock speaker output connectors.

• Four adhesive rubber feet.

• Rack mounting ears.

• Documentation pack.

Applications:

• Commercial sound installations.

• Multi-zone audio distribution.

• Theatre and auditorium sound systems.

• Hospitality and retail audio.

• Educational facilities.

• Distributed 70V and 100V loudspeaker systems.

• Professional low-impedance loudspeaker installations.

• Fixed installation audio systems.

Included Accessories:

• Rack mounting ears.

• Four adhesive rubber feet.

• Euroblock connection plugs.

• Mains power cable.

Accessories (Not Included):

• WR-1 GPIO remote volume controller.

• WR-1.1 GPIO remote volume controller.

• Ethernet network cables.

• External control devices.

• Loudspeaker cables and connectors.

Size:

• Height: 88mm

• Width: 440mm

• Depth: 414mm

• Rack Space: 2U

Weight:

• Net Weight: 11.6kg

Electrical/Thermal:

• Operating Voltage: 100–240V AC.

• Operating Frequency: 50–60Hz.

• Power Supply: Universal switch-mode power supply.

• Power Factor Correction: Integrated PFC.

• Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W.

• Operational Power Consumption: 758W at 1/8 full power, 2Ω load.

• Thermal Output: 880 BTU/hr at 1/8 full power, 2Ω load.

• Cooling: Fan-cooled.

• Operating Temperature: 0–40°C.

• Installation Environment: Indoor, controlled environment.