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Kicker Car Amplifier 42IQ10001
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- BrandKicker
- SKU42IQ10001
- Channels1
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Product description
These all-new IQ Amplifiers are best described as very complex and technically “cutting-edge,” while being remarkably easy and rewarding to use.
IQ1000.1
The IQ1000.1 Mono Amplifier is more than a simple Class D power plant. Built with an advanced power supply and world-class frequency control, the IQ stands out as the best way to hear every detail your music has to offer. The sleek yet simple chassis of the IQ belies the sophistication hidden beneath. With an input range as small as 125mV all the way up to 10 volts, this amplifier easily works with nearly any radio – factory and aftermarket alike. The IQ1000.1 delivers 500 watts at 4Ω and 1,000 watts at 2Ω. See below for more details.
TWEEQ™ IT
All IQ amplifiers come with the revolutionary TWEEQ tuning software. Available as a free app for PC, iOS and Android, this tuning system allows you the freedom to dial in your perfect sound – without buying or installing a separate processor. Equipped with a simple walk-through configuration process, TWEEQ includes every tool you need to craft a truly excellent sonic environment. A graphic speaker selection menu, +/- 12dB equalizer with 31-bands, adjustable 24dB crossover and time alignment is all included for every channel of the amp. Access the Advanced settings for time delay controls, phase options, a full limiter/compressor, and input mixer to make your sound stage as unique as you are. Want to TWEEQ your system wirelessly? Simply add the IQI Intelligent Interface and control as many as four IQ amplifiers with Bluetooth®! TWEEQ™
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Specifications
| RMS Power [Watts] | @ 14.4V, 4Ω mono, ≤ 1% THD+N : 500 x 1 @ 14.4V, 2Ω mono, ≤ 1% THD+N : 1000 x 1 |
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| Length [in, cm] | 9-7/16, 24 |
| Height [in, cm] | 2-1/16, 5.2 |
| Width [in, cm] | 7-9/16, 19.1 |
| Frequency Response [Hz] | 25 - 180 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio [dB] | >95, A-weighted, re: rated power |
| Input Sensitivity | Low Level: 125mV-5V High Level: 250mV-10V |
| Selectable Electronic Crossover | Variable LP 40-180Hz, 24dB/octave |
| KickEQ™ Bass Boost (end panel adjustable) | Variable 0–18dB @ 40Hz |
| "KickEQ+™ Parametric Bass Boost (Remote Control Adjustable)" | Boost : Variable 0-18db Adjustable Center Frequency : 24Hz-80Hz Bandwidth : .5-10 |
| Subsonic Filter | 25Hz, 24dB/octave |
| Remote Bass | yes |
| Selectable Active Crossover | Variable High Pass 10-100Hz, Variable Low Pass : 40-200Hz Ajustable Butterworth slope : OFF, 6, 12, 18 or 24dB/Octave Adjustable Linkwitz-Riley slope : OFF, 6 or 12dB/Octave |
| KickEQ™ | Graphic 31 Band, 1/3 octave, + or - 12dB |
| Time Delay | Adjustable Delay : 0-20ms Adjustable increments : .02ms, .1 ms and 1.0 ms |
| Compressor | Adjustable Attack and Release time; Adjustable 1:1 - 10:1 ratio Adjustable Threshold, -80 - 10dB |
| Input Mixer | Maps signal inputs to specified speaker outputs |
| CEA Power | 500 x 1 @ 4 ohms, 14.4VDC, 1% THD, CEA-2006B (Watts) |
| CEA Signal-to-Noise Ratio | -80dB CEA-2006B (ref: 1W, A-weighted) |
Power breakdown
Inputs, filters & control
Build, wiring & install
Protection & performance
Full specifications
| Amp Channels | 1 |
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Vehicle fitment
| Model | 42IQ10001 |
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Support & warranty
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