Prime 500 Watt Mono Amplifier R500-1

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Prime 500 Watt Mono Amplifier R500-1

The PRIME R500-1 is a monstrous mono amplifier can pump out a whopping 500 Watts into a 2-Ohm subwoofer load. The frequency response of the R500-1 allows it to be used exclusively with subwoofers.

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Overview

Rockford Fosgate amplification at an unbelievable value. The R500-1 mono 500 watt amp pumps out audio into a 2-ohm load, perfect for a pair of R2D2-10 10" or R2D2-12 12" woofers. Check out our Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams to get the most out of your car or truck amplifier.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

  • 12dB/octave Butterworth crossover
  • MOSFET power supply
  • 4 Gauge power/ground connections with built-in ATC fusing
  • RCA pass-thru outputs
  • 1 Year Warranty
Technologies
CTA-2006 Compliant

Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform to CTA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines mean your amplifier's ...

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P.O.W.E.R.

Power supply circuit design that allows the amplifier to increase output power as voltage increases.

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Class-A/B

An amplifier topology with the best of both worlds; a Class-A preamp and Class-B output stage.

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Specifications
Cta-2006 Compliant
Number of Channels
1
Total Power
(Sum of Rated Power)
500 Watts RMS
Rated Power
(RMS Continuous Power)
320 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohm
500 Watts x 1 @ 2-Ohm
Dynamic Power
(PVC/PowerCube®)
Bridgeable
No
Frequency Response
20Hz to 250Hz +/-1dB
Input Sensitivity
Circuit Topology Class
Class A/B
Efficiency (average)
67% @ 4-Ohm
58% @ 2-Ohm
Total Harmonic Distortion (Thd+Noise)
Signal Input
Low Level: 1 RCA pair
Signal Output
Low Level: 1 RCA pair
Tone Controls
Punch Bass: 0dB to +12dB @ 45Hz
Crossover Controls
Low Pass (LP): 40Hz-130Hz @ 12dB/octave Butterworth
Remote Controls
Punch Level Control
(when connected, is linked to "gain control" to provide remote output level)
Visual Indicators
Power
Protect
Power Wire Gauge
4 AWG
Power Input Connector
Screw terminal barrier strip
Speaker Wire Gauge
8 AWG
Speaker Output Connector
Screw terminal barrier strip
Cooling
Convection
Heatsink
Operating Voltage
Recommended Fuse
(Not Included)
Average Current Draw (13.8V Music)
Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave)
Suggested Alternator
Included In The Box
Dimensions (H x W x D)
2.40 x 7.67 x 16.65 (in)
6.10 x 19.49 x 42.30 (cm)
Shipping Weight
7.4 Lbs.
(3.35 Kg.)
Compatibility
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Return Authorization

Contact the Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer you purchased this product from. If you need further assistance, call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford Fosgate. You are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.


Return Authorization Process



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Please call us during normal business hours at 1-800-669-9899 (option #1) and be prepared with the following information:

  • First and Last Name with complete Shipping Address
  • Product Name (T0D415)
  • Serial Number (12 or 13 digit number)
  • Failure Diagnosis (no output, no power LED, etc.)
  • Scanned copy of Original Receipt emailed to [email protected] (dealer name, purchase date, and item purchased must be legible)
  • Credit/Debit Card (if paying for out-of-warranty claims)
  • No money orders or checks.


Shipping Instructions

When shipping your product, your package MUST have the following information:

  • RA# Printed Outside of Box (as large as possible)
  • Copy of Original Receipt


Shipping Address

Ship your product (UPS or FedEx preferred) to the following:


Rockford/ AJR International
300 Regency DR
Glendale Heights, IL 60139
RA#:_______________________
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Wiring Wizard

Available Wiring Diagrams

Please consult your amplifier owner's manual for lowest recommended impedance.

The below diagrams optimize this amp for its lowest recommended MONO load.



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Speaker Polarity

Your woofer may use one of the following to identify (+/-) terminals.

Positive +

Red Post

Purple (4Ω)

Red (8Ω)

Negative -

Black Post

No Dot

No Dot

FAQ

Determining power needed for speakers

Prevent blowing your subwoofers

Temperature differences between subwoofer voice coil types

Differences between SVC and DVC subwoofers

Speaker Polarity

Your woofer may use one of the following to identify (+/-) terminals.

Positive +

Red Post

Purple (4Ω)

Red (8Ω)

Negative -

Black Post

No Dot

No Dot

FAQ

Determining power needed for speakers

Prevent blowing your subwoofers

Temperature differences between subwoofer voice coil types

Differences between SVC and DVC subwoofers

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