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A compact, high-output mono amplifier that delivers clear, pounding bass for subs and outdoor/marine use; performs reliably under heavy load but runs very hot.
Buyer confidence
88%Highlights
- 2-Year Warranty
- Focused mass heat sink allows critical aluminum material to be located around hottest internal devices
- Discrete Surface Mount technology with 1% tight-tolerances for high efficiency & reduced cross-talk
- Patented Constant Power™ boosts power up to 25% across varying impedance loads
Key specs
Full specs- Number of Channels
- 1
- Total Power (Sum of Rated Power)
- 1000 Watts
- Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power)
- CTA-2006 Continuous Power Rating ≤1.0% THD+N 500 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω
- Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®)
- CTA-2006 Dynamic Power Rating 525 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 900 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 1000 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω
- Bridgeable
- —
- Frequency Response
- 30Hz - 245Hz
- Input Sensitivity
- 150mVrms - 12Vrms
- Circuit Topology Class
- Class-BD
Key specs
Full specs- Number of Channels
- 1
- Total Power (Sum of Rated Power)
- 1000 Watts
- Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power)
- CTA-2006 Continuous Power Rating ≤1.0% THD+N 500 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω
- Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®)
- CTA-2006 Dynamic Power Rating 525 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 900 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 1000 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω
Highlights
Overview- 2-Year Warranty
- Focused mass heat sink allows critical aluminum material to be located around hottest internal devices
- Discrete Surface Mount technology with 1% tight-tolerances for high efficiency & reduced cross-talk
Review highlights
Based on customer reviewsRockford Fosgate 1,000 Watt Mono IPX6 Element Ready™ Amplifier — Compact, punchy bass
A compact, high-output mono amplifier that delivers clear, pounding bass for subs and outdoor/marine use; performs reliably under heavy load but runs very hot.
What buyers praise
- Very compact yet powerful — drives one or two subs with strong bass
- Delivers clean, clear bass at both low and high volumes
What to watch for
- Runs very hot under load — reviewers repeatedly described it as "toasty", "super hot", or "like touching fire"
Overview
The M5-1000X1 is a 1,000-watt mono amplifier designed for marine and outdoor audio use. It pairs rugged Element Ready™ construction and an IPX6 water-intrusion rating with Rockford Fosgate power-management and signal-control technologies.
Best for
- Single-channel/subwoofer applications in marine or outdoor audio systems
- Environments exposed to water, salt, and UV where durable components are required
- Installations where clear clip indication and tuning assistance are helpful
Key points
- 1,000-watt mono amplifier (model M5-1000X1)
- Element Ready™ design built to resist water, salt, and UV exposure
- IPX6 water intrusion rating
- CTA-2006 compliant: both Continuous and Dynamic Power ratings provided
- C.L.E.A.N. patented circuit with input/output clip indicators for setup
- P.O.W.E.R. supply behavior: produces more output as system voltage increases
Fit and use
Intended as a single-channel amplifier for marine and outdoor audio systems. Use it to power a dedicated subwoofer or single-speaker load where high output and weather-resistant construction are required. Match source-level signals and speaker loads per the amplifier's input/output indicators for optimal performance.
What to know
Element Ready™ and the IPX6 rating indicate the amplifier is built to handle water spray and resist salt and UV exposure, but installation location, mounting, and local conditions affect long-term performance. The amplifier provides both traditional Continuous Power and Dynamic Power ratings (CTA-2006) — Dynamic Power…
Highlights
Key features
- 2-Year Warranty
- Focused mass heat sink allows critical aluminum material to be located around hottest internal devices
- Discrete Surface Mount technology with 1% tight-tolerances for high efficiency & reduced cross-talk
- Patented Constant Power™ boosts power up to 25% across varying impedance loads
- Remote-Out feature when using high level inputs
- C.L.E.A.N. input/output clip detection and indicator LEDs
- Element Ready™ design with integrated harness & panel seals
- PRESET removes the need to set-up and tune the amp when used with Rockford Fosgate UTV audio kits
- Play all day, easy to integrate, and keep music playing for extended lengths of time
- Top mounted control panel with Element Ready™ smoked lens cover
- OEM and aftermarket radio integration inputs
- MESHA 4 reduces MOSFET temps, lowers distortion, increases durability and prolongs device life span
Technologies
CTA-2006 Compliant
Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform to CTA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines mean your
IPX6 Water Intrusion Rating
A device with a level 6 water resistance rating can survive strong water jets projected by a 12.5mm nozzle at any
Element Ready™ | Amps
All components are protected against harsh outdoor elements like Dust, UV, Temperature, Water, Corrosion &
DSM
DSM - An industry-leading manufacturing process, DSM utilizes high-speed robotics, high-quality 1% tight-tolerance
Patent: 6,097,249 RE40,550
Class-BD
Rockford Fosgate bd topology is a revolutionary patented design (#6,097,249), integrating a technology that is
Punch EQ2
In the early 70's, Jim Fosgate studied the acoustical properties of automobiles. Utilizing a real-time analyzer
NOMAD
NOMAD is a "real time" analog computer that protects your amplifier from shorting speaker wires and ...
Patent: 7,994,857
Constant Power
Music and speakers have a dynamic relationship. As the frequency of music varies, so does the impedance of the
Balanced Differential Inputs
Differential input circuitry measures the voltage of both the (+) and (-) input signal. The circuitry subtracts
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Specs
Specifications
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| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Total Power (Sum of Rated Power) | 1000 Watts |
| Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power) | CTA-2006 Continuous Power Rating ≤1.0% THD+N 500 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 750 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω |
| Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®) | CTA-2006 Dynamic Power Rating 525 Watts x 1 @ 4Ω 900 Watts x 1 @ 2Ω 1000 Watts x 1 @ 1Ω |
| Bridgeable | — |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 245Hz |
| Input Sensitivity | 150mVrms - 12Vrms |
| Circuit Topology Class | Class-BD |
| Efficiency (average) | >80% |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+Noise) | <0.1% THD+N @ 1 Watt |
| Signal Input | Low-Level: 2 RCA High-Level: 4-Pin Molex |
| Signal Output | — |
| Tone Controls | Sub: 0-18dB @ 45Hz |
| Crossover Controls | Low-Pass: 50 Hz - 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth Infrasonic: 30 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth |
| Remote Controls | No |
| Visual Indicators | Power: Blue Protect: Red Input Clip: Red Output Clip: Blue/Red |
| Power Wire Gauge | 8 AWG |
| Power Input Connector | Compression Terminal Block Replacement 1040-57997 |
| Speaker Wire Gauge | 16 AWG |
| Speaker Output Connector | 4-Pin Molex |
| Cooling | Convection |
| Heatsink | Extruded Aluminum |
| Operating Voltage | 9 - 16 VDC |
| Recommended Fuse (not included) | 70A MAXI Littelfuse #0299070 |
| Average Current Draw (13.8V Music) | 4Ω: 23 A 2Ω: 53 A 1Ω: 64 A |
| Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave) | 4Ω: 46 A 2Ω: 75 A 1Ω: 88 A |
| Included in the Box | (1) Control Cover (1130-75511-01) (1) Extension Harnesses (1130-75505-01) (1) Pwr/Gnd/Rem Input (1040-61932-01) (1) RCA Input Harness (1560-56458-02) (1) Speaker Out Connector (1040-56811) (1) Allen wrench (1) RF sticker (1) PRESET warning label (1) Performance verification certificate |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.7" x 4.25" x 8.41" (42.8 mm x 108 mm x 213 mm) Does not include harnesses |
| Shipping Weight | 6 Lbs. (2.7 Kg.) |
What's in the box
| Qty | Part number | Item details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | Control Cover (1130-75511-01) |
| 1 | — | Extension Harnesses (1130-75505-01) |
| 1 | — | Pwr/Gnd/Rem Input (1040-61932-01) |
| 1 | — | RCA Input Harness (1560-56458-02) |
| 1 | — | Speaker Out Connector (1040-56811) |
| 1 | — | Allen wrench |
| 1 | — | RF sticker |
| 1 | — | PRESET warning label |
| 1 | — | Performance verification certificate |
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