Review of JL Audio VXi Line of Amplifiers with integrated DSP
By Mugs:
A Sound Review: JL Audio VXi line of car amplifiers with integrated DSP reviewed by the car audio experts at Sounds Good to Me in Tempe, AZ.
JL Audio has just released their newest line of amplifiers with a built-in DSP. Like everything else in this world of technology and iOT where everything is run thru a computer, so be it with JL Audio’s new “VXi” flagship line of amplifiers with built-in DSP. There are a total of 8 different amplifiers that covers pretty much any installation scenario one might encounter who wishes to bring the best in car audio to their vehicle.
One might ask “why is DSP even needed in a vehicle’s audio system?” Well, there are a number of reasons for it and the most important reason has to do with the fact that in today’s vehicles the radio isn’t just a radio, it has become an integral component of the vehicles on board infotainment center and because it controls so many more functions it is virtually impossible to change out.
Another reason would be along with not being able to change the head unit the factory installs some real janky permanent equalization that can’t be tamed without a DSP to either boost or cut frequencies to allow a flat output response from the OEM head unit. Once there is a “usable” response curve, one can than install an aftermarket amplifier and aftermarket speakers and have the in-vehicle audio experience only aftermarket can deliver.
If you don’t tame the janky peaks and dips the aftermarket amplifier will amplify those and it just sounds wrong. Not terrible, but not right either and if your spending for an expensive amp and top of the line new speakers you naturally want to get the best sound for your money. With DSP processing we can actually determine the speakers frequency output and see just what frequencies need to be adjusted and adjust them thru the magic of digital manipulation.
JL Audio was one of the very first to see this coming down the road and they developed the “CleanSweep” CL441 DSP in 2006, so they are not a johnny come lately. Today JL offers 3 standalone DSP / System Tuning Processors being the FiX82 & FiX86 along with the TwK88 & TwK-D8 for true digital to digital experience.
These are truly cutting edge technology and now JL has combined their XD amplifiers with their DSP units into one allowing unlimited tuning opportunities to enjoy a breathtaking audio experience when tuned correctly. If you are into car audio like we are you will be hearing and seeing a bunch of new DSP products coming to market and you will be hearing claims about the features and many benefits of having DSP but it will come down to both installation and tuning experience and knowledge about the software and required tools to correctly tune a system.
Watch this video to learn more about JL Audio’s VXi Line of Amplifiers with Integrated DSP
Read more about JL Audio’s complete line of car amplifiers with integrated DSP at: http://www.jlaudio.com/car-audio-amplifiers-vxi and at http://ow.ly/ou1Y30ls6xS.
Features:
- Higher performance Differential-Balanced Analog Inputs accept speaker level signals up to 16V RMS, including those from factory systems. Outstanding noise rejection to prevent alternator whine and other noises.
- Optical Digital (Toslink) Inputs permit direct connection of S/PDIF digital sources, bypassing A/D converter. Accepts up to 24 bit/192 kHz input
- Automatic turn-on option via Signal-Sensing or DC-Offset sensing
- RCA Analog, or Digital Pre-Outs at 24 bit/96 kHz
- Flexible Input Router and Mixer
- 10-bands of Fully Parametric EQ per output channel
- High-Pass & Low-Pass Filters for each channel:
- 12, 24, 48dB/octave Linkwitz-Riley
- 6, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 dB/octave Butterworth
- Signal Delay in 0.01 ms steps (1/8-inch, 3 mm)
- All-Pass Filter (Phase EQ), with variable “Q” and corner frequency
- Polarity reversal
- Output Level Trim in 0.1 dB steps
- JLid connection ports for accessories
We would be happy to answer any of your questions either by email or just stop on by Sounds Good To Me in Tempe, Arizona just south of Arizona State University’s main campus, talk us and let us show you the future here and now.
Sounds Good To Me is a car audio, video, and vehicle security installation specialist based in Tempe, AZ, just south of Arizona State University. We provide professional system design and installation for cars, trucks, SUVs, boats, and motorcycles throughout the Phoenix metro area.
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