Blaze Connect 254: Compact 250 W, 4-channel DSP amp with hybrid Lo-Z/Hi-Z power, network control, and automatic power sharing in a half-rack 1U design.
The Blaze Audio PowerZone Connect 254 is an exceptional 4-channel Class-D amplifier that packs powerful performance into an ultra-compact design. Delivering 250 W of total output, this amplifier features a space-saving half-rack, 1U form factor, making it the perfect solution for discreet yet robust commercial audio installations.
This amplifier’s versatility comes from its hybrid power distribution, allowing it to simultaneously drive conventional Lo-Z (4Ω to 16Ω) loudspeakers and Hi-Z (70V/100V) transformer-coupled systems. The unit provides highly flexible output options: 4 x 60 W in Lo-Z mode or 2 x 125 W in Hi-Z mode. Its innovative automatic power sharing technology ensures the total available power is used efficiently and proportionately across all outputs. The Connect 254 is built with highly efficient Pascal UMAC™ Class-D technology and a UREC™ universal power supply with PFC, confirming its global compatibility and compliance with Energy Star/ErP standards.
Full system setup and configuration are managed with ease via the integrated PowerZone™ Control web app, which is accessible through a wired or wireless network connection. This powerful platform offers full-matrix DSP configuration, letting you manage inputs/outputs, control sound zones, import manufacturer speaker pre-sets, and access professional tuning settings quickly—all from any standard browser, including your phone. For complete system integration, the amplifier includes S/PDIF input/output and configurable GPIO. The Connect 254 is UL listed and secured by an industry-leading 5-year warranty.
Key Features
- Compact Form Factor: Ultra-compact half-rack, 1U design saves valuable rack space.
- Flexible 4-Channel Output: Total 250 W output with options like 4 x 60 W (Lo-Z) or 2 x 125 W (Hi-Z).
- Automatic Power Sharing: Technology efficiently distributes total available power across the channels.
- Networked DSP Control: Full-matrix configuration and management via the built-in PowerZone™ Control web app.
- Hybrid Power Distribution: Supports both Lo-Z (4–16Ω) and Hi-Z (70V/100V) systems.
- Connectivity: Features four analog inputs, one stereo digital input, S/PDIF I/O, and configurable GPIO.
- Efficiency & Safety: Powered by Pascal UMAC™ Class-D technology; UL listed and Energy Star/ErP compliant.
- Warranty: Backed by an industry-leading 5-year warranty.
- 250 W
- 4 x 60 W
- 2 x 125 W
- 1 x 250 W
- 75 W
- 44 x 220 x 319 mm
- 1.7 x 8.7 x 12.6 in
- 2.8kg, 6.2 lbs
- UMAC™ Class D – full bandwidth PWM modulator with ultra-low distortion
- 45Vrms (S.E) – 70/100V (Hi-Z)
- > 100 dB (A-weighted, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, 8 Ω load)
- < 0.05 % (20 Hz – 20 kHz, 8 Ω load, 3 dB below rated power)
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0/-0.25 dB (8 Ω load, 3 dB below rated power)
- Short circuit protection, DC protection, under voltage protection, temperature protection, overload protection
- UREC™ universal mains switch mode power supply with Power Factor Correction (PFC) and integral standby converter
- Universal Mains, 100-240V, 50-60Hz
- 0-40°C
- < 0.5 W (Energy Star & ErP 1275/2008/EC compliant)
- 1% THD @ 120VAC and 230VAC
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