{"product_id":"ds18-nxl-n4-hydro-micro-marine-4-channel-amplifier-ip67","title":"NXL-N4 DS18 Nano Marine Powersports 4-Channel Amplifier | 4 x 150W RMS @ 2 Ohms | IP67 Waterproof","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDS18 NXL-N4 HYDRO Micro Marine Grade 4-Channel Amplifier | 4 x 150W RMS @ 2 Ohms | IP67 Waterproof\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your marine and powersports audio system to the next level with the \u003cstrong\u003eDS18 NXL-N4 HYDRO\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compact 4-channel Class D amplifier engineered to deliver powerful, reliable performance in environments where conventional amplifiers simply aren't designed to operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing an \u003cstrong\u003eIP67 waterproof and weather-resistant design\u003c\/strong\u003e, the NXL-N4 produces up to \u003cstrong\u003e150 Watts RMS x 4 at 2 Ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e100 Watts RMS x 4 at 4 Ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e300 Watts RMS x 2 bridged at 4 Ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its compact footprint makes installation easy in boats, UTVs, golf carts, Jeeps, motorcycles, and other space-conscious applications while providing the clean power needed to maximize the performance of your speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt specifically for life on the water and off the pavement, the NXL-N4 combines efficient Class D technology, advanced protection circuitry, and rugged construction into an amplifier that's ready for demanding outdoor adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ True \u003cstrong\u003eIP67 Waterproof \u0026amp; Weather-Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Delivers \u003cstrong\u003e150 Watts RMS x 4 @ 2 Ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Compact Micro Chassis for Tight Installation Spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Efficient Class D Technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Bridgeable to \u003cstrong\u003e300 Watts RMS x 2 @ 4 Ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Ideal for Marine \u0026amp; Powersports Audio Systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Reliable Thermal, Voltage \u0026amp; Short Circuit Protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Designed for Harsh Outdoor Environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Excellent Choice for Boats, UTVs, Golf Carts \u0026amp; Jeeps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePontoon boats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCenter console boats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFishing boats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUTVs \u0026amp; Side-by-Sides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolf carts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eATVs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJeeps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotorcycles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-air vehicles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact custom installations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDS18 NXL-N4 HYDRO\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed for enthusiasts who demand dependable audio performance in environments that expose equipment to water, humidity, vibration, dust, and changing weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike conventional automotive amplifiers, the NXL-N4 features a rugged \u003cstrong\u003eIP67-rated waterproof enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to withstand the challenges of marine and powersports use. 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