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Kicker Car Amplifier 42IQ5002
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- BrandKicker
- SKU42IQ5002
- Channels2
Mei says"Match this amp to your speakers and sub. Wrong power or wiring = weak system — do it once, do it right."
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- 2-channel platform.
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.
IQ500.2
The IQ500.2 Two Channel Amplifier brings stunning clarity to your vehicle in an attractive black aluminum chassis. A blue LED light tells you the amp is on, and ready to rock! While the amplifier easily connects to nearly any radio in the market, its connectivity doesn’t stop there. With the optional IQI™ Bluetooth interface, your phone can replace the radio as the audio source. In addition to allowing phone voice commands as well as receiving/placing calls, it also allows wireless operation of the free TWEEQ app on your iOS and Android devices. The IQ500.2 delivers 125 watts x 2 at 4Ω and 250 watts x 2 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™
Product Videos
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Specifications
| RMS Power [Watts] | @ 14.4V, 4Ω stereo, ≤ 1% THD+N : 125 x 2 @ 14.4V, 2Ω stereo, ≤ 1% THD+N : 250 x 2 @ 14.4V, 4Ω mono, ≤ 1% THD+N : 500 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] | 20 - 20k |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio [dB] | >95, A-weighted, re: rated power |
| Input Sensitivity | Low Level: 125mV-5V High Level: 250mV-10V |
| Selectable Electronic Crossover | OFF/HP/LP; Variable 40Hz–180Hz @ 24dB/Octave |
| KickEQ™ Bass Boost (end panel adjustable) | Variable 0–12dB @ 40Hz |
| "KickEQ+™ Parametric Bass Boost (Remote Control Adjustable)" | Boost : Variable 0-18db @ 40Hz 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 | 125 x 2 @ 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 | 2 |
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| Color / Finish | Black |
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Vehicle fitment
| Model | 42IQ5002 |
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Support & warranty
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