EcoTour 500.4

The Ashly EcoTour™ 500.4 is a four-channel professional Class-D power amplifier designed for live sound reinforcement, touring, and fixed audio installations. Delivering up to 500 watts per channel into 2-ohm and 4-ohm loads, it combines efficient amplification, selectable gain settings, switchable high-pass filters, and clip limiters in a compact 2U rackmount chassis.

From The Manufacturer:

The Ashly EcoTour™ series is designed to provide high-efficiency amplification for demanding professional audio applications. Its Class-D architecture and Dynamic Power Factor Correction (DPFC) support efficient power delivery, while the SailFlow cooling system helps maintain operating temperatures. The EcoTour 500.4 provides four amplifier channels, flexible input connections, configurable protection features, and support for compatible low-impedance and constant-voltage loudspeaker systems.

Key Features:

1. Four-channel professional power amplifier.

2. High-efficiency Class-D amplifier design.

3. 500 W per channel at 2 Ω and 4 Ω.

4. 250 W per channel at 8 Ω.

5. Bridged operation for higher-power applications.

6. Supports compatible 70 V constant-voltage systems in the specified bridged configuration.

7. Dynamic Power Factor Correction (DPFC).

8. Selectable amplifier gain settings for each channel.

9. Adjustable front-panel input gain with lockout capability.

10. Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter per channel.

11. Switchable clip limiter per channel.

12. XLR and ¼-inch combo input connectors.

13. Neutrik speakON speaker output connectors.

14. Temperature-controlled fan cooling.

15. Rugged metal front panel.

16. Compact 2U rackmount design.

17. Five-year manufacturer warranty, subject to applicable terms.

Specifications:

• Brand: Ashly

• Product Series: EcoTour™

• Model: 500.4

• Product Type: Professional power amplifier

• Amplifier Class: Class D

• Number of Channels: 4

• Output Power at 2 Ω: 4 × 500 W

• Output Power at 4 Ω: 4 × 500 W

• Output Power at 8 Ω: 4 × 250 W

• Bridged Output: Supports bridged operation; refer to the manufacturer manual for power ratings and minimum load requirements.

• Constant-Voltage Operation: 70 V operation supported in the specified bridged configuration.

• Input Connectors: XLR/¼-inch combo connectors

• Additional Input Connections: Euroblock connections, depending on configuration

• Output Connectors: Neutrik speakON

• Input Gain Settings: Selectable 26 dB, 32 dB, 38 dB, or 1.4 V sensitivity

• High-Pass Filter: Switchable 80 Hz per channel

• Clip Limiter: Switchable per channel

• Cooling: Temperature-controlled fan cooling

• Rack Format: 2U

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 19 × 3.5 × 16.1 in (483 × 89 × 409 mm)

• Unit Weight: 17.5 lb (7.95 kg)

• Shipping Weight: 21.5 lb (9.76 kg)

Included Accessories:

• Ashly EcoTour™ 500.4 power amplifier.

• Detachable AC power cable.

• Input connectors as supplied with the unit.

Applications:

• Live sound reinforcement.

• Touring PA systems.

• Houses of worship.

• Theatres and performance venues.

• Conference centres and auditoriums.

• Commercial audio installations.

• Multi-zone passive loudspeaker systems.

• Driving passive loudspeakers within their rated power and impedance requirements.

• Compatible 70 V distributed audio systems when configured according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Included Accessories:

The amplifier uses a detachable AC power connection. Confirm the exact supplied cable, connector accessories, and regional package contents with the distributor.

Accessories (Not Included):

• Passive loudspeakers and subwoofers.

• XLR audio cables.

• speakON speaker cables.

• Equipment rack and rack hardware.

• External audio processors or DSP units, where required.

• Additional installation and cable-management accessories.

Size:

• Width: 19 in (483 mm)

• Height: 3.5 in (89 mm)

• Depth: 16.1 in (409 mm)

• Rack Height: 2U

Weight:

• Unit Weight: 17.5 lb (7.95 kg)

• Shipping Weight: 21.5 lb (9.76 kg)

Electrical/Thermal:

• Nominal Input Voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz

• Operating Voltage Range: 70–270 V AC

• Power Supply: Switching power supply with active power-factor correction

• Current Draw: Approximately 3 A at 120 V AC with all channels driven at one-eighth power using a sine-wave signal

• Cooling: Temperature-controlled fan cooling

• Protection: Inrush-current limitation, over-temperature protection, output DC protection, output over-power protection, and mains protection

• Operating Temperature: 32–120°F (0–49°C), non-condensing

• Power Connection: Detachable AC power cable; connector and cable configuration may vary by region.