Product Overview

Description

Product Overview

DS18 NXL-X1200.8D

Elevate your marine sound experience to new heights with DS18's NXL-X1200.8D. Designed to deliver the best performance for your marine speakers, this digital class 8-channel amplifier is the ultimate choice for those who refuse to settle for anything less than exceptional.
Not only does DS18's NXL-X1200.8D deliver unparalleled performance, but it’s also IP67 Waterproof Rated, providing protection against water intrusion. Additionally, this amplifier is built to withstand harsh marine conditions with its UV, Salt, and Fog protection. It's designed to endure whatever nature throws at it without compromising on sound quality.
With its Direct Power harness design featuring marine-grade OFC tinned wires, this amplifier ensures optimal power transfer and efficiency. Every detail has been carefully crafted to provide you with a seamless and hassle-free installation process.
Experience the future of marine amplification with the latest digital amplifier design and SMC technology. This cutting-edge combination enhances audio clarity and precision, allowing you to enjoy every note with exceptional clarity and detail.
Prepare to be blown away by the NXL-X1200.8D's staggering performance, delivering 8 x 150W RMS at 4-ohm, 8 x 220W RMS at 2-ohm, and 4 x 450W RMS @ 4-ohm bridge. These power settings are guaranteed to supercharge any custom marine build.
Don't settle for mediocre sound on your boat or powersport vehicle. Upgrade to the DS18 NXL-X1200.8D Marine & Powersports Digital Amplifier and unleash the true potential of your marine speakers.

SPECS

SKU
NXL-X1200.8D
Total Watts (Peak)
2800W
RMS Power @ 4 ohm
8 x 150W
RMS Power @ 2 ohm
8 x 220W
RMS Power @ 4 ohm Bridge
4 x 450W


AUDIO

Frequency Response
10Hz-20Khz
Signal to Noise Ratio 1W @ 4?
>80dB
Efficiency @ 4 ohm
81%
Input Impedance
20K OHM
Channel Separation
60dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.04%
Low Level Input Range
200mV-5V
Selectable X-Over
Yes (HPF/Full/LPF)
X-Over Filter Range
40Hz-2KHz


FEATURES

Amplifier Class
Digital
Amplifier Type
Stereo Full Range
Number of Channels
8
Minimum Impedance
2 Ohms (Stereo) / 4 Ohm (Bridge)
Led Indicator
Power | Protection | Clip
Power Input Size
4GA Tinned OFC
Fuse Size
150A
Thermal Protection
Yes (75C)
Over-Load Protection
Yes
Short Circuit Output Protection
Yes
Voltage Input Protection
Yes (7-16V)
Body Color | Finish
Black Brushed Aluminum


EXTRA FEATURES

Channels Input Selector
Yes (2/4/6/8 CH)
RCA Audio Output
No
Waterproof Rating
IP67
UV / Salt Fog Protection
Yes
Direct Power Harness Design
Yes
Quick Connect Plug
Yes
Surface Mount Component Technology
Yes
Marine Grade Fuse Holder
Yes


MEASUREMENTS

Overall Length
14" / 360mm
Overall Wide
4.4" / 112mm
Overall Height
1.77" / 45mm
Heatsink Length
12.5" / 320mm
Gross Single Unit Weight
2.5kg

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FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

RMS vs. MAX power — which number do I actually care about?

RMS is what your gear handles continuously; MAX is the short burst it can survive without complaint. Match your amplifier's RMS output to your speakers' RMS rating — sizing off the MAX number is how magic smoke gets released.

What does the IP65 rating on DS18 marine gear actually mean?

It's dust-tight and rated against low-pressure water jets from any direction — built for spray, rain, and the occasional wave over the bow, not for full submersion. If something's going somewhere it could sit underwater, that's a different conversation entirely.

How do I match an amplifier to my speakers without guessing?

Add up the RMS rating of everything the amp will power, and pick an amp whose RMS output (at your speakers' impedance — usually 4-ohm) lands close to that total. Undersized is thin sound; wildly oversized is a fast way to blow a voice coil.

Can I mix marine-grade gear into a standard car audio setup, or the reverse?

You can run marine-grade gear in a car — it's just over-built for that environment, no downside besides cost. Running non-weatherproof car audio gear in an open UTV or boat is the direction that causes problems.

What gauge wiring kit do I need?

It scales with your amp's power draw and the length of the run — DS18's OFC kits come in 4-gauge and 8-gauge for a reason. Undersized wiring on a high-draw system is a voltage-drop and heat problem waiting to happen; when in doubt, size up.

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