Hifonics BRL1600.1 BRUTUS BRL 1600 Watt Mono Block Amplifier
Key features
- Amplifier channels: 1
- Amplifier class: Class D
- Frequency response: 10Hz-10kHz
- High-pass crossover (12 dB/octave): 15Hz-1kHz
- Low-pass crossover (12 dB/octave): 50Hz-10kHz
- Power/ground terminal wire size: 2 AWG
Hifonics BRL1600.1 BRUTUS BRL 1600 Watt Mono Block Amplifier is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Product Overview
Add dedicated mono-block power for a subwoofer with the Hifonics BRL1600.1 BRUTUS 1600-watt amplifier. Its Super D Class™ design, Ultra-Fi MOSFETs, and half-bridge layout support high output, while the built-in bass remote lets you adjust bass level from the cabin.
Key Features & Benefits
- Load-specific power: Choose from rated output of 1 x 1700 watts at 1 ohm, 1 x 1250 watts at 2 ohms, or 1 x 750 watts at 4 ohms.
- Adjustable bass: The included remote changes bass level relative to the amplifier’s end-panel setting.
- Visual VU meter: Switch the logo lighting to VU Meter mode to reflect audio level while adjusting or monitoring gain.
- Angled terminals: Molded power, ground, and speaker connections provide angled access for wire routing.
- Protection circuitry: Built-in safeguards address overvoltage, undervoltage, short circuit, overcurrent, and thermal conditions.
- Delayed turn-on: This function is designed to help prevent unwanted turn-on and turn-off hisses or pops with a range of source units.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Hifonics
- Series: BRUTUS BRL
- Type: Amplifier
- Condition: New
- Color: Black
- Compatible vehicles: Universal
- Compatibility: 12V mobile audio systems requiring a dedicated mono-block subwoofer amplifier
- Amplifier class: Super D Class™
- Total channels: 1
- Maximum power: 1600 watts
- Power at 1 ohm: 1 x 1700 watts
- Power at 2 ohms: 1 x 1250 watts
- Power at 4 ohms: 1 x 750 watts
- Crossover: Variable electronic, 12dB per octave
- Variable high-pass crossover: 12dB per octave, 15Hz–1KHz
- Variable low-pass crossover: 12dB per octave, 50Hz–10KHz
- Tone control / parametric EQ: Built-in bass control
- Bass boost: 0–12dB
- Variable voltage: 0.2–9V
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 101dB
- Frequency response: 10Hz–10kHz
- Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 0.5%
- Power terminal: 12v/GND, 2 AWG
- Speaker terminal wire gauge: 12 AWG
- Fusing: External 200A
- Item dimensions: Length 26.7 cm; width 14.6 cm; height 5.7 cm
- Dimensions: 37.6 × 18.7 × 9.2 cm
- Item weight: 2.1 kg
- Weight: 2.5 kg
- Operation mode: Mono only
- Warranty: 1-year manufacturer’s warranty
- Included: Hifonics BRL1600.1 mono-block amplifier; bass remote control with cable
- Download: Hifonics-BRUTUS-BRL-Amps-QSG-Rev2
Design and construction: The amplifier uses a half-bridge design, a Class-D chipset, and an iron-core transformer. Its ultra-high-efficiency power supply uses carefully selected parts. Ultra-Fi MOSFETs are designed for high output power and thermal dissipation through a proprietary coupling method. A mass-loaded extruded aluminum heat sink supports thermal management. Multi-layer printed circuit boards with surface-mount components use fewer parts, and the ultra-low EMI design is intended to minimize interference with vehicle electronics.
Connections and controls: Nickel-plated RCA jacks provide the input connections. Molded, angled terminals serve power, ground, and speaker connections. Stylized badging can be set to constant blue LED lighting, VU Meter mode, or off. The included bass remote’s LED shows green when the amplifier is powered on and red if it enters protect.
Built-in protection: Triple protection circuitry includes over/under-voltage, short-circuit, overcurrent, and thermal protection.
Why Choose This Product?
The BRL1600.1 combines three load-specific power ratings with adjustable crossover controls, bass boost, and a remote bass control. That gives you several stated adjustment options when planning a mono-block subwoofer system.
The heat sink, multi-layer board construction, and low-EMI design address thermal management and interference considerations within the amplifier’s design. Angled terminals can also help keep power, ground, and speaker wiring routed neatly around the connection area.
Installation & Compatibility Notes
This amplifier is intended for 12V mobile audio systems that require a dedicated mono-block subwoofer amplifier. Check your system’s impedance and required power against the separate ratings at 1, 2, and 4 ohms before installation.
Plan for 2 AWG power and ground connections, 12 AWG speaker-terminal wire, and the external 200A fuse. Compare both listed dimension sets with your available mounting space, and confirm your source unit and installation requirements before purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does the Hifonics BRL1600.1 produce?
Its listed maximum power is 1600 watts. The separate load ratings are 1 x 1700 watts at 1 ohm, 1 x 1250 watts at 2 ohms, and 1 x 750 watts at 4 ohms.
Is this a multi-channel amplifier?
No. It has one channel and operates in mono mode only.
What wire sizes and fuse does it use?
The power and ground terminals accept 2 AWG wire, and the speaker terminals use 12 AWG wire. The listed fuse is an external 200A fuse.
Does the amplifier include a bass remote?
Yes. A bass remote control with cable is included. It adjusts bass level relative to the setting on the amplifier’s end panel.
What should I check before choosing a mounting location?
Compare the available space with both listed dimension sets: 26.7 cm × 14.6 cm × 5.7 cm and 37.6 × 18.7 × 9.2 cm.
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| Brand | Hifonics |
| Series | BRUTUS BRL |
| Type | Amplifier |
| Condition | New |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Vehicles | Universal |
| Amp Class | Super D Class™ |
| Amp Total Channels | 1 |
| Amp Max Power (watts) | 1600 |
| Amp Power @ 1 Ohm (ch x watts) | 1 x 1700 |
| Amp Power @ 2 Ohms (ch x watts) | 1 x 1250 |
| Amp Power @ 4 Ohms (ch x watts) | 1 x 750 |
| Amp Crossover | Variable Electronic 12dB Per Octave |
| Amp Variable High Pass Crossover 12dB per Octave | 15Hz-1KHz |
| Amp Variable Low Pass Crossover 12dB per Octave | 50Hz-10KHz |
| Amp Tone Control / Parametric EQ | Built-in Bass Control |
| Amp Bass Boost | 0-12dB |
| Amp Variable Voltage | 0.2-9V |
| Amp Signal to Noise | 101dB |
| Amp Frequency Response | 10Hz-10kHz |
| Amp Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | < 0.5% |
| Amp Power Terminal 12v/GND | 2 AWG |
| Amp Speaker Terminal Wire Gauge | 12 AWG |
| Amp Fusing | External 200A |
| Item Length | 26.7 cm |
| Item Width | 14.6 cm |
| Item Height | 5.7 cm |
| Item Weight | 2.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 37.6 × 18.7 × 9.2 cm |
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Ultra-High Efficient Design | A power supply design coupled with carefully selected parts results in ultra-high efficient amplifier. |
| Half Bridge Design | An efficient design with fewer components results in higher power output. |
| Ultra-Low EMI Design | Minimal interface with other vehicle electronic systems. |
| Mass-Loaded Heat Sink | The mass-loaded extruded aluminum heat sink results in better thermal management and output performance. |
| High-End Preamplifier Circuit | Accepts a wider range of input signals. |
| RCA Inputs | Nickel-plated RCA jacks create an efficient connection that is corrosion-resistant. |
| High Tolerance Output Device | Ultra-Fi MOSFETS are designed for high output power and thermal dissipation through a proprietary coupling method. |
| Operation Mode | Mono only |
| Clean Board Construction | Multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCB) with surface mount components require fewer parts and result in a cleaner design. |
| Class / Topology | BRL amplifiers feature a Class-D chipset, making them more efficient and allowing for a wide frequency range. |
| Power Supply | Iron core transformer assists in the ultra-low EMI design while providing high power. |
| Delayed Turn-On Function | Ensures compatibility with a wide range of source units to eliminate unwanted turn-on/off noises like hisses and pops. |
| Connection Type | Secure molded connection terminal for all Power, Ground and Speaker connections. Angled for ease of access while creating a clean wire management profile. |
| Stylized Badging | Switch between full constant blue LED lights, VU Meter mode, or full off. When switched to VU Meter mode, the amplifier’s logo reflects the audio level, useful for gain adjustment. |
| Triple Protection Circuits | Over/under voltage, short circuit, overcurrent, and thermal protection circuits are built-in safeguards to protect the audio system and vehicle under most circumstances. |
| Bass Remote Included | The included bass remote on mono models allows adjustment of the bass level relative to the setting on the amplifier’s end panel. The LED indicator light displays green when the amplifier is powered on and red if the amplifier enters protect. |
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