MAX-480Z multi-zone PA amplifier: power and control for your projects
The MAX-480Z is a multi-zone PA amplifier with 480 W RMS power and Class D design, ideal for projects requiring advanced sound control in multiple areas. It features a built-in Bluetooth/USB/FM player and multiple inputs for microphones, emergency systems and auxiliary sources, making it a versatile and efficient tool for professional installations.
Unrivalled advanced performance and versatility
- High power and clarity of sound: 480 W RMS with a response of 45-22,000 Hz and minimum distortion (THD+N: <0,5%).
- Multi-zone management: Individual volume control and switch-off in 5 zones, plus 100 V, 70 V and 4 Ω outputs.
- Full connectivity: Inputs for microphones (with 48V phantom), remote panel, emergency systems, AUX and integrated player.
- Priority and security: Includes ring tones, Chime generator, emergency priority and 24 V attenuators for alarms.
Why choose the MAX-480Z for your projects?
- Reliable and efficient design: Its compact and lightweight construction (11 kg) includes induction cooling, ensuring quiet and maintenance-free operation.
- Integrated protections: Soft start system, overcurrent, overload, temperature and short-circuit protection.
- Easy integration: Compatible with RJ45 cables for remote panels and zone microphones, up to 200 m in length.
The MAX-480Z is the ideal choice for installers and engineers looking for a multi-zone PA amplifier with high performance, reliability and advanced control options for demanding projects.
| EATURES: | Class D PA amplifier and SMPS switch-mode power supply. Bluetooth/USB/FM player. ZONEMIC-6 zone microphone input. Input for remote wall panel. Microphone input with mix, gain and priority level control. Ringtone generator (Chime). 3 auxiliary inputs. Emergency input and mute for connection to alarm and evacuation systems. 24 V attenuator priority. 3rd wire output (100 V) with attenuator priority. Tone controls. 100 V, 70 V and 4 Ω outputs. 5 outputs zones with volume control and Off. |
| POWER: | 480 W RMS |
| RESPONSE: | 45-22,000 Hz (-10 dB) |
| DISTORTION: | THD+N: <0.5% a 1 kHz |
| S/N RATIO: | Mic >75 dB, Line >83 dB, Aux >81 dB |
| PROTECTIONS: | Soft start, over-current, overload, over-temperature and short circuit |
| INPUTS: | Zone microphone ZONEMIC-6, RJ45, up to 200 m cable length Remote wall panel, RJ45, 2 x 250 mV RMS (-12 dBV) CH 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 micro/balanced line with Phantom 48V. Combo (XLR + 6.3 mm) and euroblock. Ringtones for closing contacts Mic signal level: 5’6 mV RMS (-45 dBV) / 600 Ω Line signal level: 250 mV RMS (-12 dBV) / 100k Ω 3 x AUX. 2 x RCA connector. Signal level 316 mV RMS (-10 dBV) / 47.000 Ω 1 x emergency. Euroblock connector. Signal level: Line 326 mV RMS (-10 dBV) or line 100 V Mute (Emergency Priority) by closing contacts. Euroblock connector 1 Amp-in. RCA connector. Signal level 1’2 V RMS (+ 1’5 dBV) |
| OUTPUTS: | 1 REC. 2 x RCA connector. Signal level 316 mV RMS (-10 dBV). Pre-master. 1 Pre-out. RCA connector. Signal level 1.2 mV RMS (+1.5 dBV) 100 V, 70 V or 4 Ω speaker output, or 5 zones of 100 V loudspeakers with 7-position volume selector and OFF (max. 240 W per zone). Euroblock connector 1 Attenuator priority, 24 V 100 mA and contact closure. Euroblock connector 1 3rd priority wire for attenuators (100 V) |
| IMPEDANCE: | 4 Ω, 100 V (20 Ω) and 70 V (10 Ω) line, euroblock |
| FUNCTIONS: | Priority of inputs (in order of attenuation): · 100V Emergency Input with selectable signal level (VOX) · Mute by contact closure · Zone microphone, ZONEMIC-6 · Remote wall panel · Channel 1 with selectable signal level (VOX) · Channels 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 with shared selectable signal level CH 2-3-4-5 (VOX) · Auxiliary Inputs | Player Power ring light on volume control, AUX input, zone and player indicators. Power, signal, clip, priority activation and protection indicator lights Induction cooling, fanless. Silent and maintenance-free |
| PLAYER: | Bluetooth/USB/FM player for ambient music playback 5.3 Bluetooth. Autoplay, starts playback automatically when switched on Memory of the last selected mode Playback mode memory (random, repeat). |
| CONTROLS: | Microphone volume Master volume Auxiliary input selector or player Zones with power on and 7 volume positions Tone: bass and treble (±10 dB 100 Hz and 10k Hz). Mic/line/phantom selector, ring tones and priority Ringing tone level (chime) Priority activation signal level (VOX) |
| TEMPERATURE: | Operation: -10º ~ 40ºC Storage: -20º ~ 60ºC |
| MAXIMUM HUMIDITY: | 90% |
| POWER SUPPLY: | 230/115 V AC 50-60Hz Power consumption: 680 W AC fuse 230 V 6.3 A / 115 V 12 A |
| DIMENSIONS: | 430 x 89 x 320 mm depth. 2 U 19” rack |
| WEIGHT: | 11 kg |
| ACCESSORIES: | FM antenna Bluetooth antenna. Power cable Rack mounts |
| OPTIONAL: | ZONEMIC-6: Paging microphone |


