This listing is for a barely
used 380 Watt RMS Rockville RPA-9 power amplifier in mint operating condition
and superb cosmetic condition. This is a current model that is still being
distributed. It features a toroidal core power transformer and two 6,800uF
filter capacitors totaling 13,600uF. Two truly quiet internal cooling fans and a
large tunnel heat-sink insure cool operation. The eight 150Watt, 230Volt, 15Ampere
TO-3P case output devices allow for safe operation with cool operation. The RMS
power output, into 8Ω non-inductive test loads, measures 156 Watts RMS per
channel from 30Hz to 20kHz, with both channels driven, at the point of clipping.
Into 4Ω Ohm non-inductive test loads, the power
output is over 190 Watts RMS per channel from 30Hz to
20kHz, with both channels driven, at the point of clipping. The bridged
power output into 8Ω loads is 420 Watts RMS from 30Hz to 20kHz, at the point of
clipping. The laughable manufacturer rating of “3000 Watts peak” needs no
further delineation and is the product of spec writers competing to win the
“Watts-per-dollar competition” that has emerged since the FTC stopped enforcing
honesty in amplifier power ratings.
I bought this amp and
six other identical units over a period of 6 months during the previous year,
and have used them occasionally, as a part of my huge home sound system to
drive individual pairs of 8Ω bookshelf speakers in a “wall-of-sound”
configuration, located in my downstairs paneled game room. I am only selling
the six amplifiers to experiment with other makes and models of similar
amplifiers. This listing is for a single amplifier. I will list the other
identical amps as they are sold. The power cord and paperwork are included.
Specifications & Features
MSRP: $399.95
Features:
2U rack space
Front-to-rear airflow with 2 quiet cooling fans for
thermal stability
XLR, 1/4" RTS (6.5mm Jacks)
balanced inputs and unbalanced RCA jacks
Front panel LED indicators for signal, clipping, fault
and power
A & B Level controls
3 Speakon outputs for channels A/B/Bridge
5-way binding banana plug channel outputs
Circuit protection against DC output, thermal overload
and short circuits
Frequency response 20Hz – 20kHz at +-0.5 dB
Bridging switch
Built in crossover switch makes this amp perfect for
speakers, monitors, or subwoofers
Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 0.03%
Input impedance 20kΩ balanced an 10kΩ unbalanced
Signal to noise ratio, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, > 102dB
Weighs 17.2 pounds
Dimensions: 19 x 14 x 3.5 inches