{"product_id":"audiosource-amp800vs-8-channel-4-zone-rack-mount-amplifier","title":"AudioSource AMP800VS 8-Channel 4-Zone Rack-Mount Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAudioSource AMP800VS 8-Channel 4-Zone Rack-Mount Power Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe AudioSource AMP800VS is an 8-channel, 4-zone power amplifier that delivers 40 watts per channel into 8 ohms — or 80 watts per channel when bridged — across four fully independent playback zones. Designed for whole-home audio, commercial installations, and multi-room distribution systems, the AMP800VS lets installers assign different audio sources to each zone or route a single source throughout all four simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFor integrators evaluating the best multi-zone amplifier for whole house audio or background music systems, the AMP800VS stands apart with its dual Bus RCA inputs, each assignable to any channel, giving system designers maximum routing flexibility without additional switching hardware. A discrete pair of RCA inputs per zone provides a dedicated connection point for local sources, making this an ideal rack mount amplifier with 12 volt trigger support for automation-driven installations. The signal-sensing power mode further reduces complexity in set-and-forget environments where manual power management is impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBuilt on a high-efficiency switching amplifier platform, the AMP800VS runs cooler than traditional linear designs and includes extensive internal thermal protection circuitry to guard against overheating in enclosed rack environments. The Bus RCA outputs on each input pair support daisy-chaining to an additional amplifier, enabling system expansion without reconfiguring existing wiring. With detachable speaker connectors, independent rear-panel gain controls per channel, and rack-mount hardware included, the AMP800VS is engineered to meet the demands of professional residential and light commercial audio distribution installations.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features of the AudioSource AMP800VS Multi-Zone Amplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 Independent Playback Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enables installers to play a unique audio source in each of four zones simultaneously, or distribute a single source across all zones — essential for whole-home and commercial multi-room audio systems.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Bus Input Routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bus 1 and Bus 2 RCA inputs can be assigned to any channel, with corresponding RCA outputs for daisy-chaining to a second amplifier and expanding system capacity without rewiring.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Power Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e On\/off, signal-sensing, and 12-volt trigger modes accommodate manual, automatic, and automation-controlled installations, reducing integration complexity across a wide range of system types.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Efficiency Switching Amplifier Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generates less heat than conventional Class AB designs, extending component life and allowing reliable operation in thermally restrictive rack enclosures.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent Rear-Panel Gain Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each channel features its own gain adjustment, allowing precise volume balancing between zones without an external mixer or controller.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetachable Speaker Connectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simplify installation and future servicing by allowing speaker wiring to be pre-terminated and reconnected without rewiring at the amplifier terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack-Mountable with Included Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships with rack-mount brackets for immediate integration into standard 19-inch equipment racks used in professional residential and commercial AV installations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier Channels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayback Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Output (Stereo):\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20–20,000 Hz) at 0.2% THD, all channels driven\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Output (Bridged):\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 watts x 4 into 8 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-efficiency switching amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–50,000 Hz (+0 dB, -3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 dB\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bus 1 RCA, Bus 2 RCA (each assignable to any channel); discrete RCA stereo input pair per zone\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA loop output per bus input pair (daisy-chain capable); detachable speaker terminals per channel\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e On\/Off, Signal-Sensing, 12-Volt Trigger\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack Mountable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (hardware included)\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W x H x D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.75\" x 4\" x 16.25\"\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 years\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AMP800VS\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AudioSource","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45957097259205,"sku":"AUSRC-AMP800VS","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3085\/3829\/files\/0c30142e937cdece198dfe4b2fb8553d.jpg?v=1773342218","url":"https:\/\/avlgear.com\/products\/audiosource-amp800vs-8-channel-4-zone-rack-mount-amplifier","provider":"AVLGEAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}