Crown Launches Power-Tech.1 Series at Summer NAMM
 July 20, 2001Crown Audio announces the Summer
NAMM launch of its Power-Tech.1 Series of amplifiers. Ideal for
musicians and mobile DJs alike, the line represents a stellar
combination of performance, reliability and value.
All three models - the Power-Tech 1.1, 2.1 and 3.1 - feature a
two-rack-space design. The front panel sports recessed level controls
along with signal presence and IOC (Input/Output Comparator) indicators
for immediate and accurate performance information. ODEP (Output Device
Emulation Protection) circuitry protects the amplifier under the most
severe conditions, while DC and fault protection safeguard the product
should potentially damaging conditions occur.
Rear-panel input connectors include both dual balanced 1/4-inch TRS and
XLR jacks, with output connections made via a pair of five-way,
touch-proof binding posts. A three-way input sensitivity switch
(0.775V/1.4V/26dB) allows each Power-Tech.1 to flexibly handle any
application, while a forced air fan maintains a temperate operating
environment.
"The Power-Tech.1 Series puts the enviable Crown sound at a price point
that most anyone in the music industry can afford," says Bob Lichty,
Crown Audio music industry market manager. "These amps are engineered to
provide high power handling with lots of low end and extremely minimal
distortion (<0.1% at rated output that musicians have demanded). And,
given the fact that they're Crown amps, they're built to perform
reliably in the most exacting and abusive applications."
Like all of Crown's amplifiers, Power-Tech.1 products are backed by the
manufacturer's industry-exclusive Three-Year, Transferable, No-Fault,
Full Warranty.
Power ratings and suggested US retail pricing on the Crown Power-Tech.1
Series amplifiers are as follows:
- Power-Tech 1.1: 305W - 4 Ohms (per channel); 220W - 8 Ohms (per
channel); 600W - 8 Ohms (bridge mono); $869
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Power-Tech 2.1: 460W - 4 Ohms (per channel); 325W - 8 Ohms (per
channel); 910W - 8 Ohms (bridge mono); $999
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Power-Tech 3.1: 760W - 4 Ohms (per channel); 540W - 8 Ohms (per
channel); 1525W - 8 Ohms (bridge mono); $1299
For more information, visit their web site at www.crownaudio.com. | 
