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XPA C Compact Chassis Power Amplifier

XPA C Compact Chassis Power Amplifier


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• First number is the total amount of channels
• Second number is the amount of High Power Modules
• Third number is amount of Stereo Modules
Ex: seven-3-2-c is seven total channels. 3 High Powered Modules and 2 Stereo Modules.
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Product Overview

Before you write off “separates” as too big for your cabinet, meet the power amp that actually fits.

The XPA C Compact Chassis Power Amplifier brings our best-selling XPA Gen3 modular power amplifier platform into a shorter, cabinet-friendly 15-inch-deep chassis, so real home setups can finally get real amplifier control.

Hook it up to an AV processor, stereo preamp, or an AV receiver with pre-outs using XLR or RCA, then choose your channel layout by mixing mono and stereo modules across five bays. In use, that modular design means you can start simple and grow later, without replacing the whole amp. Under the hood you get a fully discrete Class A/B output stage plus a high-current switch-mode power supply with Soft-Switch Optimized Class H operation, so peaks hit cleanly and bass stays grippy when the mix gets demanding. Modules are installed by Emotiva or an authorized service center. Backed by a 5-year warranty.

Common uses:

• Add real headroom to a home theater power amp setup
• Take the strain off your receiver and clean up dynamics
• Build a modular system now, expand channels later

Not sure how many channels you should start with? Get in touch with us, we're here to help!

Product Features

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Compact 15-Inch-Deep Chassis

We've brought the XPA Gen3 modular platform into a 15-inch-deep chassis that plays nicely with modern AV furniture. It’s a practical upgrade that does not demand a dedicated equipment rack.

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Best-Selling XPA Gen3 Modular Platform

Five module bays let you configure the channels you need, using a mix of mono and stereo modules. Start small, then expand or reconfigure later, keeping the same chassis.

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Flexible Connections

Each channel supports balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA, so it pairs easily with an AV processor, preamp, or receiver with pre-outs.

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Clean, Controlled Class A/B Sound

Fully discrete Class A/B output stages deliver smooth detail and strong speaker control when music gets dynamic. Translation: clearer dialogue, tighter bass, and less harshness when you turn it up.

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Smart Power and Built-In Protection

A high-current switch-mode power supply with Soft-Switch Optimized Class H operation helps the amp stay composed on peaks while running efficiently. Microprocessor-controlled protection helps safeguard against common faults, and it is backed by a 5-year warranty.

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FAQ

It’s a modular XPA Gen3 power amplifier in a shorter, 15-inch-deep chassis. It delivers the same Class A/B sound quality and reliability as the full-size XPA models, but with a design that fits perfectly into modern cabinets and media furniture.

The Compact Chassis is ideal for living rooms, media consoles, or spaces where rack-depth amps won’t fit. It’s a great choice when you want real audiophile power in a smaller footprint.

The chassis holds up to five modules. You can mix:<br>High-Powered Mono Modules (1 channel each)</br><br>Stereo Modules (2 channels each)</br><br> This flexibility lets you create anything from a powerful 2-channel music amp to a compact 7-channel theater system</br>

That depends on how you configure it. With all channels driven into 8 ohms: 2 mono modules = 300 W/ch 3 mono modules = 275 W/ch 4 mono modules = 260 W/ch 5 mono modules = 250 W/ch Stereo modules deliver 65 W/ch into 8 ohms or 100 W/ch into 4 ohms.

Stereo First: Two mono modules for powerful left and right channels. 3-Channel Core: Three mono modules for L/C/R in a theater system. 5.1 Bed: One mono for the center + two stereo modules for mains and surrounds. Compact 7-Channel: One to three mono modules for mains + two stereo modules for surrounds and heights.

Yes. The Compact Chassis is modular, so you can add more modules as your system grows. If you think you’ll need more than five modules, check out the full-size Build Your Own XPA Gen3 options

Absolutely. Every channel includes both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) inputs, plus a 12V trigger for seamless integration with your AVR or pre/pro.

17” wide x 8” high x 15” deep (including feet). Weight ranges from about 35.5 lbs (2 modules) up to 46 lbs (5 modules).

The Compact Chassis includes advanced fault protection, a resettable rear breaker, and Emotiva’s 5-year factory warranty for complete peace of mind.

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