The Meridian 258 is Meridian's dedicated rack-mount Eight Channel Power Amplifier. This powerful, high performance, cool-running Class D amplifier is suitable for a wide range of applications. At only 1U high, the compact 258 is a category changing amplifier; bringing Meridian high resolution sound quality to every zone it powers. Featuring a highly efficient, cool and fan less construction, the Meridian 258 provides a truly ‘fit and forget’ solution when driving multiple zones. An audiophile approach has been taken to the 258’s component selection, resulting in a level of performance typically associated with power amplifiers offered at a significantly higher price.
Delivers > 100W per channel into 4 ohms or > 70W per channel into 8 ohms.
Short signal path construction delivers excellent isolation between the 258’s eight channels.
Linear power supply provides isolation from the AC supply to deliver both unbeatable audio performance and reliability.
High efficiency (> 95%) Class D amplifiers generate minimal heat, making the 258 a cool-running and stackable solution.
Technical Specification:-
AUDIO INPUTS
Eight RCA inputs
AUDIO OUTPUTS
70W into 8 Ohms per channel at 10% THD
100W into 4 Ohms per channel at 10% THD
Phoenix Connectors supplied for ease of installation 24-12 AWG cable
CONTROL
REAR PANEL: Trigger input [3.5mm 5-30 VDC]
FRONT PANEL: On/Off Switch
DISPLAY
LEDs to indicate ‘Standby’ [Blue], ‘On’ [White], ‘Overload’ [Red]
DIMENSIONS
HEIGHT: 44mm [1.73in]
WIDTH: 480mm [18.9in]
DEPTH: 360mm [14.17in]
WEIGHT: 5.5Kg [12.13lbs]
CONSTRUCTION
All aluminium construction
Optional standalone feet pads supplied
POWER
Advanced linear power supply: 100V ac 50/60 Hz | 110-120V ac 50/60Hz | 220-240V ac 50/60Hz