{"product_id":"smd-8500-1d","title":"SMD Monoblock Amplifier with VM-1 Voltmeter and Digital LED Lights 8500W RMS at 1-ohm - Steve Meade Designs","description":"\u003c!-- KAOS_DS18_BUILDER_START --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kaos-ds18-product\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDS18 SMD-8500.1D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMonoblock Amplifier with VM-1 Voltmeter and Digital LED Lights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIntroducing the SMD-8500.1D— engineered by DS18 in collaboration with Steve \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMeade Designs. Built for superior audio performance, it features premium Korean \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ecomponents and Sky High Car Audio’s OFC Internal Wiring. With DS18’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ereputation as the LOUDEST in pro audio and Steve Meade’s industry-standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003einstallation peripherals, this amp is built for extreme power and convenience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e“When we first started working on the SMD amplifiers with DS18, I made it clear that these amplifiers needed to stand out from the rest,\" says Steve Meade.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith the SMD-8500.1D, we achieved that and more. What sets the SMD-8500.1D apart is its unique clear half-top design ensuring efficient heat dissipation through a reverse-mounted board and dual cooling fans. It also features an exclusive built-in SMD VM-1 digital\/analog-style LED voltmeter that monitors power draw in real-time. Customizable RGB lighting adds another layer of personalization, allowing you to match your vehicle’s interior or create dynamic light displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eManufactured using premium components from Korea, this amplifier guarantees the reliability and powerful bass amplification that DS18 is known for. The SMD-8500.1D is not only visually striking but also engineered for top-tier performance. It delivers an impressive 3300W RMS at 4-ohm, 5700W RMS at 2-ohm, and 8500W RMS at 1-ohm, driving even the most demanding subwoofer setups with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe SMD-8500.1D is designed for audiophiles seeking superior bass output and power efficiency. As a Class D amplifier, it prioritizes efficiency and low heat production, delivering pristine audio performance with minimal distortion. Equipped with a precision attenuation knob for easy bass control, it maintains a \u0026lt;0.02% THD, ensuring exceptional Total Harmonic Distortion levels. With 0 AWG power and ground inputs and a 740A fusing requirement, it’s built for robust power delivery. Additional features include a Fixed LPF (Low-Pass Filter) and Tiffany RCA connectors for the highest quality signal transfer in your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCrafted with precision using only the best components, DS18’s SMD-8500.1D is a monoblock amplifier capable of powering high-output subwoofers with deep, controlled bass. Its advanced protection suite includes thermal overload, DC output, short circuit, and voltage input protection, ensuring safe operation in any setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePush the limits of what’s possible with the SMD-8500.1D’s groundbreaking design and raw power!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-product__answer-container details\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Channel Subwoofer Monoblock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive SMD Design ~ Class D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - 4 Ohm Stable ~ 8500 Watts @ 1 Ohm RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVM-1 Voltmeter ~ Fans ~ Linkable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic Window ~ Digital LED Lighting w\/ Remote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBass Knob ~ LED Indicators ~ Made in Korea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eSMD-8500.1D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eRMS Power @ 4 ohm (14.4v)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e3300W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eRMS Power @ 2 ohm (14.4v)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e5700W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eRMS Power @ 1 ohm (14.4v)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e8500W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e15Hz-250Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eSignal to Noise Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e\u0026gt;98dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eEfficiency @ 4ohm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e\u0026gt;86%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eDamping Factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e22K ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion (THD)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e\u0026lt;0.02%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eLow Level Input Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e200mV-6V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eHigh Level Input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eNO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eSelectable X-Over\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eFixed LPF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eX-Over Filter Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e35Hz-250Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eBass Boost Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e0~9dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eBass Boost Frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e30Hz-60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eInfrasonic Filter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e10Hz-30Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003ePhase Selector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e0~180\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eOperational Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e8.5v-16.9v\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eAmplifier Class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eDigital\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eAmplifier Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eSubwoofer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eMinimum Impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e1 ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eLed Indicator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003ePower \/ Protection \/ Clip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003ePower Input Terminal Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e0 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eRecommended Fuse Size (Not Included)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e740A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eCooling Fan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eThermal Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eOver-Load Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eDC Output Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eShort Circuit Output Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eVoltage Input Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eClipping Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eBody Color \/ Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eMetal Adjustment Knobs with Click Position\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eProfessional Tiffany RCA Connectors\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eRemote Level Knob with Clip indicator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes (Metal Case)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eLinkable (Strap mode) Amplifier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eReliable Heavy Duty Korean Board Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eVery High Efficiency Digital Circuit Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eExclusive SMD design with VM-1 Voltmeter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eFront Acrylic Window and Digital RGB Lighting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eIR Remote Control for LED patterns and colors\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e23.3\" \/ 562mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eOverall Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e9.15\" \/ 232mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eOverall Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e3\" \/ 76mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eHeatsink Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e21.6\" \/ 550mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eGross Single Unit Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e22Lb \/ 9.97kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Documents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ds18.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/SMD_SPANGLISH_MANUAL_WEB_V2.pdf?v=11596212522545084426\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload DS18 Manual 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- KAOS_DS18_BUILDER_END --\u003e","brand":"DS18","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54412945490204,"sku":"SMD-8500.1D","price":1699.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0142\/7228\/files\/SMD-8500.1D-2000x2000_1_a41c7edb-4d4b-4778-b819-3a84982a8215.jpg?v=1786167367","url":"https:\/\/kaosor.com\/products\/smd-8500-1d","provider":"Kaos Offroad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}