{"product_id":"crown-xls-1002-2-channel-350w-drivecore-power-amplifier","title":"Crown XLS 1002 – 2-Channel 350W DriveCore Power Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCrown XLS 1002\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 2-channel 350W DriveCore 2 power amplifier combining Crown's lightweight DriveCore technology with built-in DSP and crossover for professional audio systems. The XLS 1002 is the entry-level model in Crown's XLS DriveCore 2 series, delivering Crown quality in a compact, efficient package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crown XLS 1002 uses Crown's proprietary DriveCore 2 amplifier technology, which integrates the driver stage and output stage onto a single chip, resulting in significantly reduced weight, improved efficiency, and enhanced reliability. At just 11 pounds, the XLS 1002 is one of the lightest professional amplifiers available at its power level. 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This integration dramatically reduces component count, weight, and power consumption compared to traditional Class AB designs, while maintaining Crown's standard for audio quality and reliability.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the XLS 1002 include a crossover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. The XLS 1002 includes an onboard DSP section with a sweepable high-pass filter, an optional low-pass filter, and crossover mode selection — allowing it to function as both an amplifier and active crossover without requiring additional external processing equipment.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the XLS 1002 compare to the XLS 1502?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe XLS 1502 delivers 525W per channel versus 350W for the XLS 1002. The XLS 1502 is suitable for slightly larger systems requiring more headroom. 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