Mackie M1200/M1400 owner manual Specifications

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SPECIFICATIONS

Continuous Average Output Power, both channels driven:

M•1200

225 watts per channel into 8 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.025% THD

400 watts per channel into 4 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.050% THD

600 watts per channel into 2 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.095% THD

Bridged mono operation:

800 watts into 8 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.050% THD

1200 watts into 4 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.095% THD

M•1400

250 watts per channel into 8 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.012% THD

425 watts per channel into 4 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.025% THD

630 watts per channel into 2 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.050% THD

Bridged mono operation:

850 watts into 8 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.025% THD

1260 watts into 4 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 0.050% THD

Maximum Power at 1% THD:

280watts per channel into 8 ohms

480watts per channel into 4 ohms

700watts per channel into 2 ohms

960watts into 8 ohms bridged

1400 watts into 4 ohms bridged

Note: The M•1200/M•1400 power amplifiers draw large amounts of current from the AC line with continuous sine wave testing. Accurate measurement of power re- quires a steady and stable AC supply. This means the line impedance must be very low to insure that the peak AC line voltage does not sag to less than 97% of its value.

If driving highly reactive loads, we recommend that the limiter circuit be engaged.

Power Bandwidth: 20Hz to 70kHz (+0, –3 dB)

Frequency Response:

20Hz to 40kHz (+0, –1 dB) 10Hz to 70kHz (+0, –3 dB)

Distortion:

THD, SMPTE IMD, TIM

< 0.025% @ 8Ω

 

< 0.050% @ 4Ω

 

< 0.150% @ 2Ω

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

> 107 dB below rated power into 4 ohms

Channel Separation:

> 80 dB @ 1kHz

Damping Factor:

> 350 from 0 to 400Hz

Input Impedance:

20kΩ balanced bridging

Input Sensitivity:

1.23 volts (+4 dBu) for rated power into 4 ohms

Gain:

30.25 dB (32.5V/V)

Maximum Input Level:

9.75 volts (+22 dBu)

Rise Time: < 4.4μs

Slew Rate:

Voltage Slew Rate

> 50V/μs

 

> 100V/μs bridged

Current Slew Rate

> 32A/μs at 2Ω

CMRR:

> 40 dB, 20Hz to 20kHz

Load Angle:

8(+jω) time independent at 8Ω

4(+jω) time dependent, T > 6 min. at 4Ω 2(1+jω) time dependent, T > 2 min. at 2Ω

Transient Recovery:

< 1μs for 20 dB overdrive @ 1kHz

High Frequency Overload and Latching:

No latch up at any frequency or level.

High Frequency Stability:

Unconditionally stable driving any reactive or capacitive load.

Turn On Delay:

3 seconds

Variable High-Pass Filter:

10Hz (Off) to 170Hz, 2nd Order Bessel

Subwoofer Low-Pass Filter:

Switched: 63Hz/125Hz, 3rd Order Bessel

Constant Directivity High Frequency Boost:

2.5kHz to 6kHz (+3 dB points)

6 dB/octave high-frequency shelving filter, (shelving occurs at approximately 30kHz)

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M1200/M1400 specifications

The Mackie M1200 and M1400 are two prominent power amplifiers that have gained recognition for their reliability, performance, and innovative design in the professional audio field. Engineered for both live sound and studio applications, these amplifiers deliver exceptional sound quality and unmatched power, making them a favorite among audio professionals.

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