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This Rockford Fosgate 800 Watt 4-Channel IPX6 Element Ready™ Amplifier is compact, tunable, and delivers strong performance for multi-speaker setups; several users report notable heat buildup and thermal-related cutouts during extended high-volume use.
Buyer confidence
71%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
- 4
- Total Power (Sum of Rated Power)
- 800 Watts
- Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power)
- CTA-2006 Continuous Power Rating ≤1.0% THD+N 100 Watts x 4 @ 4Ω 100 Watts x 4 @ 2Ω 200 Watts x 2 @ 4Ω Bridged/Mono
- Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®)
- CTA-2006 Dynamic Power Rating 125 Watts x 4 @ 4Ω 200 Watts x 4 @ 2Ω 400 Watts x 2 @ 4Ω Bridged/Mono
- Bridgeable
- Yes
- Frequency Response
- 10 Hz - 50 kHz
- Input Sensitivity
- 150mVrms - 12Vrms
- Circuit Topology Class
- Class-AD
Key specs
Full specs- Number of Channels
- 4
- Total Power (Sum of Rated Power)
- 800 Watts
- Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power)
- CTA-2006 Continuous Power Rating ≤1.0% THD+N 100 Watts x 4 @ 4Ω 100 Watts x 4 @ 2Ω 200 Watts x 2 @ 4Ω Bridged/Mono
- Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®)
- CTA-2006 Dynamic Power Rating 125 Watts x 4 @ 4Ω 200 Watts x 4 @ 2Ω 400 Watts x 2 @ 4Ω Bridged/Mono
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 800 Watt 4-Channel IPX6 Element Ready™ Amplifier — punchy and compact, but can run hot
This Rockford Fosgate 800 Watt 4-Channel IPX6 Element Ready™ Amplifier is compact, tunable, and delivers strong performance for multi-speaker setups; several users report notable heat buildup and thermal-related cutouts during extended high-volume use.
What buyers praise
- Compact size with strong power output
- Handles multi-speaker setups well
What to watch for
- Unit can run very hot under heavy load or prolonged play
Overview
800 Watt 4-Channel IPX6 Element Ready™ Amplifier from Rockford Fosgate. A compact, marine-ready 4-channel amp engineered for outdoor and on-water audio use with rugged water, salt, and UV resistance.
Best for
- Powering full-range speakers in marine and outdoor audio systems
- Boaters and outdoor enthusiasts who need weather-resistant amplification
- Multi-zone or multi-speaker installations requiring a 4-channel solution
Key points
- Element Ready™ design resists water, salt, and UV exposure for extended durability in marine environments.
- IPX6 water intrusion rating for protection against heavy splashing and spray.
- CTA-2006 compliant: includes both Continuous Power and Dynamic Power ratings.
- P.O.W.E.R. supply provides increased output as input voltage rises.
- C.L.E.A.N. patented circuit with input/output clip indicators to help match source unit to amplifier.
- MEHSA 4 heat sink application, DSM technology, and Class-AD operation; engineered in the USA.
Fit and use
Designed for marine and outdoor audio applications where exposure to water, salt, and sunlight is a concern. Use as a compact 4-channel amplifier to drive full-range speakers or to power multiple zones. Follow manufacturer guidance and the owner's manual for electrical, mounting, and compatibility details.
What to know
This amplifier emphasizes real-world Dynamic Power in addition to traditional Continuous Power ratings. The Element Ready™ construction improves resistance to environmental factors but does not remove the need to follow recommended installation and maintenance practices. Consult the product manual and advisories for f…
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
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Manufacturer details
Serious sound, made simple. The M5 amplifiers feature the next level of Element Ready™ design from Rockford Fosgate that’s built as rugged as the outdoor environment it’s used in.
Element Ready™: Purpose Built for the Marine Environment, Rockford’s Element Ready™ products are built to stand up to Water, Salt, and UV, making sure your amplifiers stand the test of time.
C.L.E.A.N.: Our Patented circuit with input and output clip indicators help match the source unit to the amplifier, which makes for easy set-up and optimizes musical output.
P.O.W.E.R. Supply: The unique P.O.W.E.R. supply continues to generate more than rated power as the voltage increases, giving you the output, you demand.
Additional details
DYNAMIC POWER
Rockford Fosgate amplifiers are known world-wide for producing more power than their ratings suggest. The M5 amplifiers are the first series based on new industry standard Dynamic Power ratings, bringing their conservative ratings to the forefront. Engineered from the ground up and purpose-built to deliver more output where you actually hear it, this is real dynamic power that performs not only on paper, but performance heard through the musical experience. You’ll see two amplifier power ratings, the traditional Continuous Power output, and the new Dynamic Power output, both tested in accordance with the CTA-2006 specification. Consider Continuous Power as wattage developed on the test bench for comparison against other amplifiers in the same class, and Dynamic Power as real-world wattage when connected to a speaker load, listening to music. Either way you look at it, Rockford Fosgate is proving – once again – these amplifiers are powerful enough to drive any speaker or subwoofer you throw at them.
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
P.O.W.E.R.
Power supply circuit design that allows the amplifier to increase output power as voltage increases.
Element Ready™ | Amps
All components are protected against harsh outdoor elements like Dust, UV, Temperature, Water, Corrosion &
MEHSA 4 (Maximum Efficiency Heat Sink Application)
MEHSA4 (Maximum Efficiency Heat Sink Application - gen. 4) is a proprietary process that yields a better heat
Engineered In The USA
[av• uh•tahr -noun] 1. an embodiment or personification, as of a principle, attitude, or view of life 2. a
DSM
DSM - An industry-leading manufacturing process, DSM utilizes high-speed robotics, high-quality 1% tight-tolerance
Class-AD
Rockford Fosgate's AD topology brings out high efficiency bd amplifier design to a full range application. Class
Punch EQ2
In the early 70's, Jim Fosgate studied the acoustical properties of automobiles. Utilizing a real-time analyzer
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Specs
Specifications
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| Number of Channels | 4 |
| Total Power (Sum of Rated Power) | 800 Watts |
| Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power) | CTA-2006 Continuous Power Rating ≤1.0% THD+N 100 Watts x 4 @ 4Ω 100 Watts x 4 @ 2Ω 200 Watts x 2 @ 4Ω Bridged/Mono |
| Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®) | CTA-2006 Dynamic Power Rating 125 Watts x 4 @ 4Ω 200 Watts x 4 @ 2Ω 400 Watts x 2 @ 4Ω Bridged/Mono |
| Bridgeable | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 10 Hz - 50 kHz |
| Input Sensitivity | 150mVrms - 12Vrms |
| Circuit Topology Class | Class-AD |
| Efficiency (average) | >75% |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+Noise) | <0.25% THD+N @ 1 Watt |
| Signal Input | Low-Level: 4 RCA High-Level: (2) 4-Pin Molex |
| Signal Output | — |
| Tone Controls | Front/Rear: 0-14dB @ 12.5kHz Front/Rear: 0-18dB @ 45Hz |
| Crossover Controls | High-Pass: 50 Hz - 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth Low-Pass: 50 Hz - 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave Butterworth All-Pass: Yes |
| 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) | 80A MAXI Littelfuse #0299080 |
| Average Current Draw (13.8V Music) | 4Ω Stereo: 29 A 2Ω Stereo: 29 A 4Ω Bridged: 29 A |
| Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave) | 4Ω Stereo: 55 A 2Ω Stereo: 85 A 4Ω Bridged: 90 A |
| Included in the Box | (1) Control Cover (1130-75511-01) (1) Extension Harnesses (1130-75503-01) (1) Pwr/Gnd/Rem Connector (1040-61932-01) (1) Front RCA Input Harness (1560-56458-02) (1) Rear RCA Input Harness (1560-56727-02) (1) Front Spk Out Harnness (1560-56568-01) (1) Rear Spk Out Harness (1560-56544-01) (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 | 4.19 Lbs. (1.9 Kg.) |
What's in the box
| Qty | Part number | Item details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | Control Cover (1130-75511-01) |
| 1 | — | Extension Harnesses (1130-75503-01) |
| 1 | — | Pwr/Gnd/Rem Connector (1040-61932-01) |
| 1 | — | Front RCA Input Harness (1560-56458-02) |
| 1 | — | Rear RCA Input Harness (1560-56727-02) |
| 1 | — | Front Spk Out Harnness (1560-56568-01) |
| 1 | — | Rear Spk Out Harness (1560-56544-01) |
| 1 | — | Allen wrench |
| 1 | — | RF sticker |
| 1 | — | PRESET warning label |
| 1 | — | Performance verification certificate |
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