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DS18 Marine Amplifier NXL-M2
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- SKUNXL-M2
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Product description
DS18 NXL-M2 Full Range 2-Channel IP55 Marine Grade Amplifier 2 X 250 Watts @ 4 Ohm
Designed for intense sessions that keep the party boat rocking; the NXL-M2 is DS18’s newest high-quality, powerful amplifier for the aquatics lover looking for big sound with a small footprint!
As a Class D Digital amplifier, the NXL-M2 uses direct insert speaker and power terminals significantly smaller than your average amplifier, making it the perfect size for any vehicle’s custom build: but, what it lacks in size it makes up for in power.
The NXL-M2 handles 250W x 2CH @ 4 Ohms; 400W x 2CH @ 2 Ohms; and 880W x 1CH @ 4 Ohms Bridge of RMS Power and 1500W Peak Power.
Get clean, well defined sound for with enough features (Fully Variable Bass Boost, Low Pass Filter, and High Pass Filter) to tune your music perfectly for optimal audio enjoyment! This full range amplifier handles all speakers insanely well and has the features to make sure they play the way you want them to!
This amplifier is tough enough to stand up to the worst the waves throw at you! All controls are guarded by high strength front covers that guarantee impenetrable defense against the elements; coated 4 layer PCB helps prevent corrosion caused by salt water; and Voltage, Thermal, and Short Circuit Protection for easy monitoring of your power levels. Perfect for any marine or powersports enthusiast!
Order the NXL-M2 for insane power out on the water!
Highlights
- IP55 Water Resistance Grade
- Hardware resistant to corrosion and UV Protection
- Coated 4 Layers PCB to prevent corrosion
- High level input for easy factory integration
- 2 Tinned OFC RCA Inputs and Outputs
- Front cover to keep the controls safe to the elements
- LED Clip Indicator to easier adjustment
- Stable and Reliable Class D Circuit Design
- Sound Quality Verification Using AP Instruments
- Direct Insert Power and Speaker Terminals
- Short Circuit, Thermal, and Voltage Protection
- 2 channel input / 2 channel output
Great For
- Marine Audio
- Jeep Audio
- ATV Audio
- Powersports Audio





Technical Details
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| POWER | |
| Total Watts (Peak) | 1500W |
| RMS Power @ 4 ohm | 2 x 250W |
| RMS Power @ 2 ohm | 2 x 400W |
| RMS Power @ 4 ohm Bridge | 1 x 880W |
| AUDIO | |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20KHz |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | >90dB |
| Efficiency @ 4ohm | >90% |
| Channel Separation | >55dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.15% |
| Low Level Input Range | 0.2V-6V |
| High Level Input | Yes: ≥5V |
| Selectable X-Over | HPF/LPF/FULL |
| X-Over Filter Range | 40Hz - 2KHz |
| Bass Boost Range | 0-12dB |
| Bass Boost Frequency | 45Hz ±5Hz |
| Phase Selector | No |
| FEATURES | |
| Amplifier Class | Digital (D) |
| Amplifier Type | Stereo Full Range |
| Number of Channels | 2 Channels |
| Minimum Impedance | 2 ohm (Stereo) / 4 ohm (Bridge) |
| Led Indicator | Clipping / Protect / Power |
| Power Input Terminal Size | 4 Ga |
| Fuse Size | 80A (2x40A) |
| Thermal Protection | Yes |
| Over-Load Protection | Yes |
| DC Output Protection | Yes |
| Short Circuit Output Protection | Yes |
| Voltage Input Protection | Yes |
| Clipping Protection | Yes |
| Body Color / Finish | Gray+White / Aluminum+ABS |
| Extra Features | |
| Water Resistant Rated | Yes, IP55 (Water Splashing) |
| PCB Layout Design | 4 Layers / Coated |
| RCA Output | Yes, 2 CH (Left / Right) |
| UV Compliant | Yes, UV Protected and PCB Coated |
| Input Sum Selector | N/A |
| Tiffany Style RCA | Yes |
| High Level Input | Yes, 2ch Speaker level |
| Stainless Steel Hardware | Yes, (Screws) |
| Potenciometers | High Quality Metal Knob |
| Remote Level Control | No |
| Measurement | |
| Overall Length | 9.6" / 245mm |
| Overall Wide | 4.5" / 116mm |
| Overall Height | 1.7" / 43mm |
| Heatsink Length | 8.6" / 220mm |
Power breakdown
Inputs, filters & control
Build, wiring & install
Protection & performance
Full specifications
| Color / Finish | White |
|---|---|
| IP Ratings | IP55 |
Support & warranty
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