Martin Audio IK42 iKON Four Channel 20000W Class D Power 2 Way System Amplifier

Martin Audio IK42 iKON Four Channel 20000W Class D Power 2 Way System Amplifier

The iKON iK42 is an advanced 4-channel power amplifier which combines very high power density with superb audio performance, state-of-the-art DSP and network control. A dedicated controller amplifier for Martin Audio Wavefront Precision line arrays and XE Series stage monitors, the iK42 can also provide multi-channel amplification across the Martin Audio loudspeaker range.

Features:
• Four channels of efficient Class D amplification
• Very high power density in 2U rack height
• Up to 20,000 Watts total power output, depending on load impedance
• High performance 96kHz DSP on all inputs and outputs (48kHz on outputs when implementing FIR filters)
• Switch mode power supply
• Global mains operation, 85V to 240V auto-sensing
• Intuitive, user-friendly, front panel interface
• Analogue, AES3 and Dante™ digital audio network inputs
• Ethernet network for system operation, control and monitoring via Martin Audio VU-NET™ software
• Comprehensive protection and monitoring functions

Specifications:
General

• Type: Four-channel Class D amplifier
• Power Output:
5000W into 2Ω
3000W into 4Ω
1500W into 8Ω
10000W bridged per channel pair, 4Ω
• CV Line Output:
1250W, 25V line
3500W, 70V line
5000W, 100V line
• Digital Signal Processing: 96kHz/48kHz DSP on all inputs and outputs
• Cooling: Dual vari-speed fans, front-to-back airflow
• Maximum Ambient Temperature: 40°C (104°F)

Audio Inputs/Outputs

• Analog In/Link (4 Channels):
4 x female Neutrik™ XLR
4 x male Neutrik™ XLR
• Analog Input Impedance: 20kΩ balanced to ground
• Maximum Analog Input Level: +20dBu
• AES3 In/Link (2 Channels): 1 x female, 1 x male Neutrik™ XLR, balanced
• DANTE™ (4 Channels): 2 x shielded RJ45, primary and secondary
• Amplifier Outputs: 4 x Neutrik Speakon™ NL4
• Audio Performance
• Dynamic Range:
113dBA, analogue input
114dBA AES/Dante™ input
• Frequency Response: 7Hz-30kHz (‐2.5dB points, 4Ω load)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.05% typical @ 1kHz, 4Ω load
• Slew Rate: >60V per microsecond
• Damping Factor: >800 at amplifier output, ref 8Ω
• Control and Monitoring Network
• Protocol: Ethernet
• Control Application: Martin Audio VU-NET™

Digital Signal Processing

• Sample Rate: 96kHz (48kHz for FIR filter implementation)
• Physical Inputs:
4 x analogue
2 x AES
4 x Dante™ inputs routable to four DSP drive modules
• Drive Module Input DSP:
Input signal routing, delay, gain, HPF, Phase, Mute
EQ: 2 x low shelf, 6 x PEQ/bandpass and FIR shelving filters
• Drive Module Output DSP:
Source, delay, gain, Phase, Mute, crossover filters, limiters
EQ: low shelf, 8 x PEQ / band pass and shelving filters

Power Supply

• Type: High performance Series Resonant
• AC Input Operating Range: 85 – 240V ~ AC, 47 - 63Hz
• Mains Inrush Current: 6A at 115V, 12A at 230V (max for <10ms)
• Mains Connector: Neutrik 32A Powercon™

Physical

• Dimensions: (W) 482 x (H) 2U/88mm x (D) 441mm
(W) 18.98in x (H) 2U/3.46in x (D) 17.35in (incl handles and optional rear support)
• Weight: 12.5kg (27.5lbs)