PLM 8K44 BP

8,000–Watt Amplifier with 4 Flexible Output Channels on Binding Post Connectors and Lake Digital Signal Processing and Digital Audio Networking for Touring Applications

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Introduction

PLM+ SERIES PLM 8K44 BP

The PLM 8K44 combines a 4–in, 4–out configuration with industry–standard Dante Networking, setting the benchmark for Powered Loudspeaker Management Systems.

Features

  • 8,000 Watt amplifier with 4 flexible output channels and up to 3,800 Watts channel output for touring applications

  • Lake digital signal processing for unparalleled loudspeaker management and system control

  • Réseau audio numérique Dante à double redondance intégré 8×8 canaux avec prise en charge AES67

  • 4 x 2,000 Watts into 2 Ohms, 4 x 2,000 Watts into 4 Ohms, 4 x 1,500 Watts into 8 Ohms, 4 x 750 Watts into 16 Ohms, 4 x 2,000 Watts into Hi–Z 70 V, 4 x 2,000 Watts into Hi–Z 100 V

  • Proven and reliable Class–TD output stage with proprietary Intercooler high–efficiency cooling system

  • Rational Power Management (RPM) provides total flexibility to allocate available power across all 4 output channels

  • Best–in–class Power Factor Correction (PFC) with Current Draw Modelling reduces running costs and minimizes environmental impact

  • Under–Voltage Limiting (UVL) for continued operation during severe mains supply voltage drops

  • Dedicated on–board surveillance and load monitoring for complete peace of mind

  • Redundant audio inputs and onboard system surveillance for full system security

  • Backlit, white–on–black front panel display and menu navigation buttons

  • 100 user presets for simple and efficient system configuration and set–up

  • 3 front–to–rear airflow fans with temperature control for optimal speed and reduced noise

  • 4 canaux d’entrée analogiques ″Lake Class″ avec isolation de masse Iso–Float

  • 4 input channels of AES/EBU (AES3) digital audio supporting all standard sample rates up to 192 kHz with 24–bit resolution

  • 2 Neutrik etherCON RJ–45 ports provide dual redundant Dante interfaces and remote configuration via Lake Controller and Dante Controller software

  • Balanced analog and AES/EBU audio inputs on Neutrik XLR connectors

  • Rugged binding post output connectors

  • Detachable Neutrik powerCON cable rated at 250 V / 32 A

  • Removable dust filter grilles for increased air circulation

  • Rugged 2U rackmount chassis for durability in touring applications

Technical sheet

Specification
General
Processing / Network

Lake / Dante

Number of amplifier channels

4

Total burst power all channels (share among channels with RPM)

8000 W

Max. Output Power (all ch.’s driven)
  • 2 ohms – 2000 W
  • 2,67 ohms – 2000 W
  • 4  ohms – 2000 W
  • 8 ohms – 1500 W
  • 16 ohms – 750 W 
  • Hi–Z 70 V –  2000 W
  • Hi–Z 100 V –   2000 W
Max output power single channel
  • 2 ohms – 4400 W
  • 2.67 ohms – 5900 W
  • 4  ohms – 4600 W
  • 8 ohms – 2300 W
  • 16 ohms – 1150 W 
  • Hi–Z 70 V –  3300 W
  • Hi–Z 100 V –   4700 W
Amplifier output modules (all models, all channels)
Peak output voltage

194 V

Max output Current

67 A

Rational Power Management (RPM)

Any channel has potential to deliver the max single channel output power

Default voltage limitation (can be lifted with RPM configuration)

155 V

Protection features

Current Average Limiter (CAL), Very High Frequency Protection (VHF), Direct Current Protection (DC), Shirt Circuit Protection, Current–Clip Limiter, Voltage Clip Limiter, Temperature protection

Output Circuitry

Class TD

Mains Power
Nominal voltage

100 – 240 V AC 50 – 66 Hz

Mains wall plug

NEMA L5–30 “Twist lock” 125 V / 30 A, and CEE 7/7 “Schuko” 230 V / 16 A

Power supply features
Soft start / Inrush power

Yes

Power Factor Correction (PFC)

>0.98 pour alimentation secteur > 400 W

Regulated switch mode power supply

Yes

Breaker Emulation Limiter (BEL)

Configurable current threshold and breaker profile

BEL max current threshold

15 A

Power Average Limiter (PAL)

Yes

Under Voltage Limiter (UVL)

Yes

Mains undervoltage and overvoltage protection and mains glitch tolerance

Yes

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