PowerMatch PM8250N Power Amplifier

Precision power with unmatched versatility

Overview

Experience unparalleled performance and versatility with the Bose Professional PowerMatch PM8250N Power Amplifier. This highly configurable, professional-grade amplifier is designed to deliver concert-quality sound for fixed installations. Whether you're outfitting a house of worship, retail store, or conference center, the PM8250N adapts to your needs with ease. With Ethernet-based networking for seamless control and monitoring, and a front-panel USB connection for direct PC configuration, this amplifier ensures a reliable and powerful audio solution.

Key Features

  • QuadBridge™ Technology: Configure each 4-channel block in Mono, V-Bridge, I-Share, or Quad modes to allocate power as needed. This technology supports both low impedance and 70/100V loudspeaker loads.

  • ControlSpace® Designer™ Software: Fully configure the amplifier via USB or Ethernet connections. Access advanced features such as parametric EQ, load sweep, and auto standby.

  • Auto-Standby/Auto-Wake Function: This energy-saving feature automatically transitions the system into standby mode when audio levels are low and reactivates it when audio resumes, reducing power consumption.

  • Dual Voltage and Current Feedback Loop: This proprietary design combines Class-D efficiency with precise control over current and voltage, ensuring optimal frequency response and minimal distortion.

  • PeakBank™ Power Supply: A regenerative 4-quadrant power supply provides higher power density and efficient low-frequency response.

  • Fast-Tracking Power Factor Correction (PFC): Manages AC mains current efficiently, allowing for maximum output without power fluctuation.

     

    The PM8250N is ideal for environments requiring robust, scalable audio solutions, offering flexibility and performance. Contact us today to learn more about the PM8250N that can elevate your audio experience.

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Specifications

  • Channel Separation (Crosstalk): > 65 dB, adjacent channels at 1 kHz

    Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) at 1 W

    Gain, High-Impedance: 42 dB

    Gain, Low-Impedance: 33 dB, Mono mode / 39 dB, V-Bridge mode / 33 dB, I-Share mode / 39 dB, Quad mode

    Maximum Peak Power, Symmetrical: 500 W

    Number of Channels: 8

    Power Class: Class D

    Rated Power: Symmetrical: 250 W per channel at 2 Ω, 4 Ω, 8 Ω

    SNR: > 99 dB (1 dB below rated power, A-weighted)

    THD+N: < 0.4% at 1 W (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

  • Channels: 8 balanced, line

    Connectors: (1) 3-pin Euroblock, 3.81 mm

    Input Impedance: > 100 kΩ

    Maximum Input Level: 24 dBu at 24 dBu sensitivity

    Sensitivity: 0 dBu, +4 dBu, +12 dBu, +24 dBu, selectable

  • Channels: Expansion card-dependent

    Connectors: Expansion card-dependent

  • Channels: 2–8, configurable

    Connectors: (2) 8-pin Euroblock

  • EMC: This Product meets the immunity requirements for the E2 class EN55103-2 directive.

  • Current Draw, Idle: 0.3 A (standby) or 1.3 A (awake) at 120 VAC, 60 Hz / 0.1 A (standby) or 0.5 A (awake) at 230 VAC, 50 Hz

    Current Draw, Inrush: 15.4 A at 230 VAC, 50 Hz

    Mains Connector: IEC 60320-C14 inlet

    Mains Voltage: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

    Protections: High temperature, DC, short circuit, high frequency, voltage limiter, current limiter, inrush current, mains circuit breaker

    Power Consumption: 31 W standby (idle), 176 W awake (idle), 975 W maximum

  • Computer Interface Connection: USB Type-B, RJ-45 (Ethernet, 100 Mbps)

    Notification Outputs: (1) 3-pin Euroblock

    Software Applications: ControlSpace Designer 3.2 or later (Windows)

  • Controls, Front Panel: (1) navigation soft key, (5) menu soft keys, (1) scroll/select knob (rotary/push)

    Controls, Rear Panel: POWER SWITCH – ON/OFF AC power switch

    LED Status Indicators: (1) input signal LED, (1) input clip LED, (1) output limit LED, (1) fault LED

  • A/D and D/A Conversion: 48 kHz / 24-bit

    Audio Latency: < 0.95 ms, analog input to analog output

    Crossover Types: Butterworth, Bessel, or Linkwitz-Riley, up to 48 dB/octave

    Delay: 3 s

    Equalization: Input: 5-band parametric EQ (±20 dB), notch, shelving, high-pass, low-pass / array (ArenaMatch, RoomMatch) / band-pass crossover / loudspeaker: 9-band parametric EQ (±20 dB), notch, shelving

    Limiters: Peak voltage, RMS voltage

    Presets: Bose Professional loudspeaker presets

    Processing Functions: Input EQ, array EQ, loudspeaker EQ, peak voltage limiter, RMS voltage limiter, delay, band-pass, matrix mixer

  • Colors: Black

    Cooling System: Microprocessor-controlled, variable-speed fans, front to rear airflow

    Mounting/Rigging Provisions: Rack-mounting

    Net Weight: 28.4 lb (12.9 kg)

    Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

    Product Dimensions (H×W×D): 3.5 in × 19.0 in × 20.7 in (88 mm × 483 mm × 525 mm)

    Rack Spaces: 2

    Shipping Weight: 34.0 lb (15.4 kg)

  • 361810-1110: 120V US

    361810-4110: 230V EU

    361810-2110: 230V AU

    361810-5110: 230V UK

    361810-3110: 100V JP

    WARRANTY PERIOD: 5 years

  • (1) IEC power cord

    (1) installation guide

    (1) PowerMatch PM8250N

    (2) 8-pin Euroblock connectors

    (4) shorting jumpers

    (9) 3-pin Euroblock connectors

    (9) cable ties