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Rockford Fosgate's Punch P500x2 delivers solid, punchy bass and dependable build quality with generally easy installation and good value, but it can run hot and may need careful tuning and output verification.
Buyer confidence
84%Highlights
- 1 Year Warranty
- Muted turn on
- High level input capable with Auto Turn-On circuit
- Features C.L.E.A.N. Set-up
Key specs
Full specs- Number of Channels
- 2
- Total Power (Sum of Rated Power)
- 500 Watts
- Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power)
- 150 Watts x 2 @ 4-Ohm 250 Watts x 2 @ 2-Ohm 500 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohm Bridged
- Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®)
- 223 Watts x 2 @ 4-Ohms 0° Res 365 Watts x 2 @ 2-Ohms 0° Res
- Bridgeable
- Yes
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 1.0dB
- Input Sensitivity
- 150 mV - 12 V
- Circuit Topology Class
- Class A/B
Key specs
Full specs- Number of Channels
- 2
- Total Power (Sum of Rated Power)
- 500 Watts
- Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power)
- 150 Watts x 2 @ 4-Ohm 250 Watts x 2 @ 2-Ohm 500 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohm Bridged
- Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®)
- 223 Watts x 2 @ 4-Ohms 0° Res 365 Watts x 2 @ 2-Ohms 0° Res
Highlights
Overview- 1 Year Warranty
- Muted turn on
- High level input capable with Auto Turn-On circuit
Review highlights
Based on customer reviewsPunchy, reliable 2-channel amp for subs
Rockford Fosgate's Punch P500x2 delivers solid, punchy bass and dependable build quality with generally easy installation and good value, but it can run hot and may need careful tuning and output verification.
What buyers praise
- Strong, punchy bass output for subwoofers
- Easy to install and generally straightforward to set up
What to watch for
- Runs warm to hot under load, which can affect sustained performance
Overview
The Punch P500X2 is a 2-channel stereo car amplifier that delivers 250 watts to each channel into a 2‑ohm load. It works with full-range or component speaker systems and can be bridged for subwoofer use.
Best for
- Driving a pair of full-range or component speakers
- Bridging channels to power subwoofers
- Applications where high output is needed without a large trunk-mounted amp
Key points
- 250 watts per channel into 2‑ohms
- 2-channel stereo design with bridgable option
- CTA-2006 Compliant (standardized power testing)
- Balanced Differential Inputs for reduced noise
- C.L.E.A.N. Technology and other Rockford Fosgate engineering
- Recommended for setups such as a pair of 8‑ohm SVC subs or four 2‑ohm DVC subs
Fit and use
For stereo speaker use, match speaker impedance to the amplifier’s ratings (250W per channel into 2Ω). To power subwoofers, bridge the amplifier according to manufacturer guidance. Use appropriate gauge power and speaker cables to ensure stable power delivery and performance.
What to know
Power ratings are specified into a 2‑ohm load; confirm speaker impedance and vehicle electrical capacity before installation. Follow the owner's manual and use recommended wiring and fusing. CTA-2006 compliance indicates the amplifier’s tested power figures under standardized conditions.
Highlights
Key features
- 1 Year Warranty
- Muted turn on
- High level input capable with Auto Turn-On circuit
- Features C.L.E.A.N. Set-up
- Optional remote Punch Level Control (PLC2) ready (w/ input clip indicator)
- Cast aluminum heatsink
- On-board Punch EQ with +18dB boost @ 45Hz
- Over current protection
- Short circuit protection
- 12dB/octave Butterworth crossover
- RCA pass-thru outputs
- Stealth top mounted control panel
More info
Manufacturer details
The Punch P500X2 is a 2-channel stereo amplifier capable of producing 250 Watts into each channel at 2-Ohms. The P500X2 amplifier is great with full-range or component systems or can be bridged for use with several subwoofers.
Additional details
The P500X2 is an excellent way to PUNCH up your sound system without monopolizing your entire trunk - that way you have more room for subs! With its massive output stage, this amplifier is best suited for driving a pair of 8-ohm SVC subwoofers or four 2-ohm DVC subwoofers. Remember to utilize the recommended power and speaker cables to optimize power delivery.
Technologies
CTA-2006 Compliant
Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform to CTA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines mean your
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C.L.E.A.N. Technology
Time and sophisticated test equipment have been replaced, with Rockford’s integrated level setting technology
Balanced Differential Inputs
Differential input circuitry measures the voltage of both the (+) and (-) input signal. The circuitry subtracts
TRANS•ana
An award winning studio quality circuit borrowed from the pro audio company Hafler. TRANS-ana is a sound quality
DTM
Our engineers at Rockford Fosgate have developed an award winning cooling design called DTM (Dynamic Thermal
MEHSA3
MEHSA3 reduces MOSFET temperatures, lowers distortion, increases durability and prolongs the output device life
NOMAD
NOMAD is a "real time" analog computer that protects your amplifier from shorting speaker wires and ...
CE Compliant
This product fulfills all essential safety and environmental requirements as defined in the European Directives
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Specs
Specifications
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| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Total Power (Sum of Rated Power) | 500 Watts |
| Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power) | 150 Watts x 2 @ 4-Ohm 250 Watts x 2 @ 2-Ohm 500 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohm Bridged |
| Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®) | 223 Watts x 2 @ 4-Ohms 0° Res 365 Watts x 2 @ 2-Ohms 0° Res |
| Bridgeable | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 1.0dB |
| Input Sensitivity | 150 mV - 12 V |
| Circuit Topology Class | Class A/B |
| Efficiency (average) | 73% @ 4-Ohm |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+Noise) | 4-Ohm: <1.0% 2-Ohm: <1.0% |
| Signal Input | Hi/Low level: 1 RCA pair |
| Signal Output | Low level: 1 RCA pair |
| Tone Controls | Punch EQ2 Bass: 0dB to +18dB @ 45Hz and/or Punch EQ2 Treble: 0dB to +12dB @ 12kHz Function depends upon LP/AP/HP switch position |
| Crossover Controls | High-Pass: 50Hz-250Hz @ 12dB/octave Butterworth Low-Pass: 50Hz-250Hz @ 12dB/octave Butterworth All-Pass: Yes |
| Remote Controls | Optional Punch Level Control (PLC2) Ready |
| Visual Indicators | Power/Protect/Thermal LED Input Clip LED3 Output Clip LED1,2,3 LED Color Legend: 1BLUE: <0.5% THD 2VIOLET: 1% THD 3RED: 10%+ THD |
| Power Wire Gauge | 4 AWG |
| Power Input Connector | Captive C-Clamp |
| Speaker Wire Gauge | 8 AWG to 18 AWG |
| Speaker Output Connector | Captive C-Clamp |
| Cooling | Convection |
| Operating Voltage | 9 - 16 VDC |
| Recommended Fuse (not included) | 80 A |
| Average Current Draw (13.8V Music) | 40 A |
| Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave) | 80 A |
| Suggested Alternator | 75 A |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 2.38 x 7.76 x 13.28 (in) 6.05 x 19.71 x 33.73 (cm) |
| Shipping Weight | 12.3 Lbs. (5.57 Kg.) |
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Installation resources
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