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Black rectangular amplifier unit with front panel control knobs, compact metal chassis, matte finish

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice Inc. 131030 Subwoofer Amplifier Black 200W 4.96kg

SKU CH-AVDN-361Y5

A 200 watt subwoofer amplifier with front-panel crossover and phase controls for tailored bass integration

  • Product typeAmplifiers & Receivers
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product weight4.96
  • Key features200 W of deep, hard-hitting power at 4 ohms impedance
  • 200 watts of deep bass power at 4 ohms impedance
  • Front panel volume, crossover, and phase controls tailor sound to your need
  • Compact design fits anywhere you need it
  • Cool-running Class D amplifier stays efficient during extended use
  • Built-in short-circuit and thermal protection safeguards the amplifier

Compact Subwoofer Amplifier for Home Audio

The Monoprice 131030 is a dedicated 200 watt subwoofer amplifier designed to drive passive subwoofer speakers in home audio and home theater systems. It provides clean, solid power for deep bass reproduction at 4 ohms impedance. The compact black chassis weighs 4.96 kg and fits easily into existing equipment racks or tight spaces. This unit targets enthusiasts adding a separate subwoofer channel to their setup.

Front Panel Controls for System Integration

The amplifier features front-mounted volume, crossover frequency, and phase adjustment knobs. These controls allow precise tailoring of the bass output to match the main speakers and the specific listening room acoustics. Short circuit and thermal protection circuits are built-in to safeguard the amplifier and connected speakers during demanding passages. No additional software or remote accessories are included in the package.

Limits of Passive Subwoofer Amplification

This amplifier powers passive subwoofers only and requires speaker-level or line-level input signals from an external preamplifier or receiver. It cannot process digital audio formats, decode surround sound, or function as a full-range stereo amplifier for main speakers. The single-channel design means it cannot drive a pair of stereo subwoofers independently without summing the signal externally. Buyers needing multi-channel amplification or integrated source switching should look elsewhere.

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Price $207.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name131030
Part number131030
Product typeAmplifiers & Receivers
Product colorBlack

Questions about this item

Will the built-in thermal protection circuit ever need to be reset or replaced after it trips?

The amplifier includes short-circuit and thermal protection that automatically resets once the unit cools; no user-serviceable parts are inside, so no routine replacement is required.

At what point does the 4-ohm stability limit restrict continuous output during a long movie session?

The amp is rated for 200 watts at 4 ohms; sustained operation at that load is supported by the Class D design and thermal protection, so the 4-ohm stability limit itself does not reduce output during normal use.

How much heat does the Class D amplifier produce when running at full volume for several hours?

The Class D topology runs cool, and the compact chassis dissipates heat without a fan, so surface temperature stays low even during extended high-output playback.

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