More Crown power for bigger speakers and busier events. The Crown XLI 1500 is a two-channel professional power amplifier in a black metal chassis, rated 450 W per channel into 4 Ω. Crown builds the XLi Series for musicians, DJs, entertainers, places of worship, discos and pubs, and recommends it for portable PA.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Bands, DJs, event and wedding sound, churches and temples, clubs, pubs and halls that need a reliable amplifier for passive full-range speakers or monitors.
Specifications
| Channels | 2 |
|---|---|
| Power at 4 Ω | 450 W x 2 |
| Power at 8 Ω | 330 W x 2 |
| Bridged 8 Ω | 900 W |
| Frequency response (1 W) | 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +0/-1 dB |
| THD | < 0.5%, 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| IMD | ≤ 0.35% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | > 100 dB (A-weighted) |
| Damping factor (8 Ω) | > 200 |
| Voltage gain | 31 dB |
| Input sensitivity | 0.775 V or 1.4 V |
| Input impedance | 20 kΩ balanced, 10 kΩ unbalanced |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA |
| Outputs | Speakon, binding posts |
| Cooling | Forced air |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 48.3 x 8.9 x 31.5 cm |
| Weight | 12.7 kg |
| Colour | Black |
| Type | Power amplifier |
| Modes | Stereo, parallel, bridge-mono |
| Protection | Shorts, no-load, on/off thumps, RF |
Good to know
- Crown lists 230-240 V, 50/60 Hz among the mains versions – check the label on the rear panel.
- Speakers are not included; match speaker impedance and power to the figures above.
- The XLi 800, 1500, 2500 and 3500 are identical except for output power.
FAQ
Can I run one speaker from both channels?
Yes, in bridge-mono mode it gives 900 W into one 8 Ω speaker.
What is the difference from the XLi 800?
Only output power: the XLi 800 gives 300 W x 2 at 4 Ω, the XLi 1500 gives 450 W x 2.
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