Parasound ZoneMaster Multichannel Amplifiers

Description

Parasound ZoneMaster multichannel amplifiers are ideal for high-quality multi-room audio systems to be used as home theatre amplifiers. The ZoneMaster amplifier range consists of a 12, 6, 4 and 2 channel versions.

Parasound ZoneMaster Key Features:

Zonemaster 1250

• ZoneMaster models are very similar in their feature sets, differing mainly in size and number of channels.
  Looking for fewer channels? Try the 650, 450, or 250.
• Universal amplifier for applications from 50 to 200 watts
• 24 speaker connections (A and B outputs for all 12 channels)
• High current for stable operation at 2 Ohms
• Channel pairs are bridgeable for up to 200 watts @ 4 Ohms
• Class AB input stage plus premium Class D power stage
• Independent audio sensing triggers, one for each zone
• 6 Independent 12-volt trigger inputs, one for each zone
• Looping 12-volt trigger outputs for each zone
• Master 12 volt trigger input to turn all zones on-off
• Speaker level input for expanding systems w/out pre-out jacks
• Two bus inputs can be routed to any zone
• Bus loop output jacks for passing audio to another amp
• Mono mode combines L and R for single speaker applications
• Separate level controls for all twelve channels
• Detachable speaker connectors accept up to 12 gauge wire
• Short circuit and overheat protection with front panel indicators
• 0.5 watt standby power consumption meets Energy Star & EU specs
• Compact 2U chassis
• 2U rack-mounting hardware is included in box

Zonemaster 650

• Our ZoneMaster models are very similar in their feature sets, differing mainly in size and number of channels.
  Looking for more channels? Try 1250. Fewer? 450 or 250.
• Universal amplifier for applications from 50 to 200 watts
• 12 speaker connections (A and B outputs for all 6 channels)
• High current for stable operation at 2 Ohms
• Channel pairs are bridgeable for up to 200 watts @ 4 Ohms
• Class AB input stage plus premium Class D power stage
• Independent audio sensing triggers, one for each zone
• 3 Independent 12-volt trigger inputs, one for each zone
• Looping 12-volt trigger outputs for each zone
• Master 12 volt trigger input to turn all zones on-off
• Speaker level input for expanding systems w/out pre-out jacks
• One bus input can be routed to any zone
• Bus loop output jacks for passing audio to another amp
• Mono mode combines L and R for single speaker applications
• Separate level controls for all six channels
• Detachable speaker connectors accept up to 12 gauge wire
• Short circuit and overheat protection with front panel indicators
• 0.5 watt standby power consumption meets Energy Star & EU specs
• Compact 1U chassis
• 1U rack mounting hardware is included in box

Zonemaster 450

• Our ZoneMaster models are very similar in their feature sets, differing mainly in size and number of channels.
  Looking for more channels? Try the 1250 or 650. Fewer? 250.
• Universal amplifier for applications from 50 to 200 watts
• 4 speaker connections (not enough room for additional Phoenix connectors on ZM450 rear panel)
• High current for stable operation at 2 Ohms
• Channel pairs are bridgeable for up to 200 watts @ 4 Ohms
• Class AB input stage plus premium Class D power stage
• Independent audio sensing triggers, one for each zone
• 2 Independent 12-volt trigger inputs, one for each zone
• Looping 12-volt trigger outputs for each zone
• Master 12 volt trigger input to turn all zones on-off
• Speaker level input for expanding systems w/out pre-out jacks
• Bus loop output jacks for passing audio to another amp
• Mono mode combines L and R for single speaker applications
• Separate level controls for all four channels
• Detachable speaker connectors accept up to 12 gauge wire
• Short circuit and overheat protection with front panel indicators
• 0.9 watt standby power consumption meets Energy Star & EU specs

ZoneMaster 450 Specific Features

• Compact 1u, 1/2 width chassis size
• Rackmount kit sold separately (click to view)
• Does NOT have A/B outputs (no room on the rear panel for connectors) but is 2 Ohm stable

Zonemaster 250

• Our ZoneMaster models are very similar in their feature sets, differing mainly in size and number of channels.
  Looking for more channels? Try the 1250, 650, or 450.
• Universal amplifier for applications from 50 to 200 watts
• 4 speaker connections (A and B outputs for both channels)
• High current for stable operation at 2 Ohms
• Channel pairs are bridgeable for up to 200 watts @ 4 Ohms
• Class AB input stage plus premium Class D power stage
• One Independent audio sensing trigger
• One Independent 12-volt trigger input
• Looping 12-volt trigger output for one zone
• Speaker level input for expanding systems w/out pre-out jacks
• One bus input can be routed to any zone
• Looping output to connect additional amplifiers
• Mono mode combines L and R for single speaker applications
• Separate level controls for both channels
• Detachable speaker connectors accept up to 12 gauge wire
• Short circuit and overheat protection with front panel indicators
• 0.5 watt standby power consumption meets Energy Star & EU specs

ZoneMaster 250 Specific Features

• Compact 1u, 1/2 width chassis size
• Rackmount kit sold separately (click to view)
• Full Range Mono RCA Output
• 80Hz low pass Mono RCA output (for sub)
• Built-in 80Hz low pass filter in bridged mode for driving in-wall/in-ceiling woofers or passive sub(s)