CROWN XLS 1502 - Two-channel power amplifier, 525W @ 4Ω

CROWN XLS 1502 – Two-channel power amplifier, 525 W @ 4 Ω

The CROWN XLS 1502 is an installation and touring amplifier that combines high power , energy efficiency and advanced DSP in a lightweight 2U (3.9kg) chassis. Featuring Class D DriveCore™ 2 technology, it delivers 525W continuous per channel into 4Ω (775W @ 2Ω; 300W @ 8Ω) and up to 1,550W bridged into 4Ω , ensuring high headroom and a distortion-free signal thanks to its Peakx™ limiters and integrated PureBand™ crossover system.

Main features

• Rated power: 525 W @ 4 Ω; 775W @ 2Ω; 300W @ 8Ω; bridge 1 550 W @ 4 Ω; 1,050 W @ 8 Ω
• Integrated DSP: PureBand™ crossover; per-channel band-pass filter; Peakx™ limiters; parametric EQs; configurable delays
• Input sensitivity: 1.4 Vrms for maximum power
• Signal-to-noise ratio: > 103 dB (ref. 0.775 Vrms)
• THD: < 0.5% (20 Hz–20 kHz)
• Frequency response: +0 dB/–1 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz)
• Damping factor: > 200
• Crosstalk: > 85 dB @ 1 kHz; >55dB @ 20kHz
• Connectivity: 2 × XLR, 1 × stereo RCA, 2 × ¼″ TRS; 2 × Speakon™, 2 × screw terminals
• Cooling: forced air fans with proportional control
• Dimensions: 48.3 × 8.9 × 19.6 cm
• Weight: 3.9 kg

Product benefits

• DriveCore™ 2 Efficiency: Reduces power consumption and heat generation while maintaining a pure signal.
• Versatile DSP: PureBand™ and customizable filters to optimize every speaker system.
• Intelligent protection: Peakx™ limiters prevent clips and protect speakers.
• Lightweight and compact: 3.9 kg in 2 U of rack space makes it easy to transport and install.
• Quiet operation: Proportional ventilation and configurable LEDs minimize distractions.

Use cases

• Portable PA for musicians, DJs and mobile events.
• Fixed installations in clubs, auditoriums and multipurpose rooms.
• Bridged subwoofer reinforcement for home theater or performance rooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I activate bridge mode? Select “Bridge” in the DSP menu to combine channels.
• Can I turn off the LEDs? Yes; in the lighting menu, just leave the clip and thermal options active.
• What inputs does it support? XLR, RCA, and ¼″ TRS for maximum source flexibility.

Description for projects

2 U rack amplifier, 2 × 525 W @ 4 Ω (775 W @ 2 Ω; 300 W @ 8 Ω; bridge 1,550 W @ 4 Ω), DriveCore™ 2 Class D, PureBand™ DSP, Peakx™ limiters, band-pass filters, EQ, delays, XLR/RCA/TRS in, Speakon™/terminals out, forced cooling; 48.3×8.9×19.6cm; 3.9kg