QSC GX5
Power levels matched to the most popular speakers. Inputs: XLR, 1/4-inch TRS and phono. Outputs: Speakon® combo and binding posts.
Features
- Power levels matched to the most popular speakers used by entertainers
- Optimized for maximum real-world headroom into 4 ohm and 8 ohm speaker systems
- Inputs: XLR, 1/4-inch TRS and phono input connectors for compatibility with any source
- Outputs: Speakon® combo accepts, 1/4-inch (TS) plugs or Speakon 2-pole and 4-pole plugs (connects two poles only). Binding posts support all other speaker wiring systems
- Minimum depth chassis (10.1-inch / 257 mm) fits in compact, inexpensive effects racks
- Lightweight - GX3 and GX5 less than 26 lb (12.5 kg). GX7 only 15.5 lb (7 kg)*
- Detented gain controls for precise setting and matching of sensitivity
- GuardRail™ automatically protects the amplifier and loudspeakers from damage due to temperature rise or overdrive without shutting down the show
- Front panel LEDs monitor power, signal and clipping
- Subwoofer/satellite crossover built-in
* 230V 16.5 lb (7.5 kg)
Specifications
Model | GX7 | |||||
Output power per channel | ||||||
8 continuous, both channels driven | 300 W | 500 W | 725 W | |||
4 continuous, both channels driven | 425 W | 700 W | 1000 W | |||
Distortion (1 dB below rated power, 1 kHz) | 8 ohms: less than 0.02% | |||||
Signal to Noise (20 Hz - 20 kHz) | 100 dB | |||||
Input Sensitivity | 1.2 V rms | |||||
Voltage Gain | 32.2 dB | 34.4 dB | 36.1 dB | |||
Output Circuitry | Class B | 2-tier Class H | 2-tier Class H | |||
Power Requirements (1/8 power, pink noise at 4 ohms, 120V) | 6.3 A | 6 A | 10.1 A | |||
Frequency Response | 20 Hz–20 kHz, +0, -1 dB | |||||
Dynamic Headroom (4 ohms) | 2 dB | |||||
Input Impedance | Greater than 20 k (balanced) | |||||
Maximum Input Level | +24 dBu (16 V rms) | |||||
Input Connectors (each channel) | 3-pin XLR and 1/4-inch TRS, balanced, parallel | |||||
Output Connectors (each channel) | Speakon®, 1/4-inch, Binding posts | |||||
Amplifier and Load Protection | Short circuit, open circuit, thermal, RF protection | |||||
Front Panel Controls and Indicators | Gain controls, 21 detents | |||||
Rear Panel Controls | Full Range / Crossover switch | |||||
Product Dimensions (H×W×D) | 89 × 483 × 257 mm | |||||
Carton Dimensions (H×W×D) | 610 × 380 × 153 mm | |||||
Net Weight | 12.1 kg / 27 lb | 12.6 kg / 28 lb | 120V model: 7 kg / 15.5 lb | |||
Shipping Weight | 13.2 kg / 29.1 lb | 14.5 kg / 32 lb | 120V model: 9.3 kg / 20.5 lb | |||
Agency Approvals | UL, CE, RoHS/WEEE Compliant | |||||
AC Current and Heating, 120 VAC | GX3 | GX5 | GX7 | |||
Operating Condition | AC amps | BTU/hour | AC amps | BTU/hour | AC amps | BTU/hour |
Idle | 0.2 | 44 | 0.3 | 60 | 0.6 | 82 |
8 + 8 ohms, 1/8 power 1 | 4.1 | 904 | 3.3 | 734 | 6.7 | 1169 |
8 + 8 ohms, 1/3 power 2 | 6.1 | 1160 | 8.5 | 1456 | 13.3 | 1807 |
8 + 8 ohms, full power 3 | 9.75 | 1109 | 16.2 | 1891 | 26.5 | 2167 |
4 + 4 ohms, 1/8 power 1 | 6.3 | 1515 | 5.8 | 1160 | 10.1 | 1963 |
4 + 4 ohms, 1/3 power 2 | 9.4 | 2105 | 11.2 | 2162 | 18.5 | 2612 |
4 + 4 ohms, full power 3 | 15.0 | 2297 | 24.5 | 3754 | 40 | 4478 |