{"product_id":"crown-xti-1002-2-channel-500w-power-amplifier-with-dsp","title":"Crown XTi 1002 – 2-Channel 500W Power Amplifier with DSP","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCrown XTi 1002\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 2-channel 500W professional power amplifier with built-in DSP, offering comprehensive loudspeaker management in a single rack unit. Part of Crown's XTi 2 Series, the XTi 1002 provides onboard signal processing including parametric EQ, crossover, and limiting — delivering more sophisticated control than the XLS series at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crown XTi 1002 bridges the gap between basic power amplification and full-featured DSP amplification. Its onboard DSP provides parametric equalization, Linkwitz-Riley and Butterworth crossover filters, compression\/limiting, and signal delay — allowing the XTi 1002 to serve as both amplifier and loudspeaker processor for most applications. Crown's PeakX Plus limiting technology provides multi-band protection that prevents loudspeaker damage while maintaining maximum program level. The XTi 1002 connects to a computer via USB for access to Crown's Audio Architect software for full DSP configuration and system optimization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e500W Per Channel @ 4Ω:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable output for small-to-medium PA and installed sound systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Onboard DSP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parametric EQ, crossover (LR, BW), compression, limiting, and delay per channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeakX Plus Limiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crown's advanced multi-band limiter for superior loudspeaker protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect to Crown Audio Architect software for full DSP access and configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Panel DSP Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick access to common DSP functions via front panel controls without a computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced XLR Inputs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakon \u0026amp; Binding Post Outputs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2U Rack Mount.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall-to-Medium PA Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete amplification and loudspeaker management in a single unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHouses of Worship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Church PA with precise DSP control for consistent, speech-intelligible sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLive Sound Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stage monitor amplification with per-channel EQ and limiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalled Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact installed sound systems benefiting from integrated DSP processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Output (per channel @ 4Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Output (per channel @ 8Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridged Mono @ 8Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes – Parametric EQ, Crossover, Limiting, Delay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSP Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Panel + USB (Audio Architect)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeakX Plus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeakon, Binding Post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz – 20kHz (±0.5dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;100dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2U Rack Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNXTI1002-U-US\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e871015005232\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the XTi series and the XLS DriveCore 2 series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe XTi series features more comprehensive onboard DSP including parametric EQ, full crossover functionality, compression\/limiting, and delay — accessible via both front panel and USB\/Audio Architect software. The XLS DriveCore 2 series has a simpler DSP section (HPF, LPF, crossover) and is lighter due to DriveCore 2 technology. The XTi series offers greater DSP depth for applications requiring precise loudspeaker optimization.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat software is used to program the XTi 1002's DSP?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eCrown's Audio Architect software connects to the XTi 1002 via USB and provides full access to all DSP parameters including parametric EQ bands, crossover slopes, limiter thresholds, and delay settings. Harman's loudspeaker preset library is also accessible via Audio Architect.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the XTi 1002 be used without a computer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. The XTi 1002's front panel provides access to commonly used DSP functions, allowing operation without connecting to a computer. For detailed DSP configuration, Audio Architect software is recommended.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is PeakX Plus limiting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePeakX Plus is Crown's advanced multi-band limiting technology that monitors and limits the signal across multiple frequency bands simultaneously. 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