AudioSource AMP800VS 8-Channel 4-Zone Rack-Mount Power Amplifier

The AudioSource AMP800VS is an 8-channel, 4-zone power amplifier that delivers 40 watts per channel into 8 ohms — or 80 watts per channel when bridged — across four fully independent playback zones. Designed for whole-home audio, commercial installations, and multi-room distribution systems, the AMP800VS lets installers assign different audio sources to each zone or route a single source throughout all four simultaneously.

For integrators evaluating the best multi-zone amplifier for whole house audio or background music systems, the AMP800VS stands apart with its dual Bus RCA inputs, each assignable to any channel, giving system designers maximum routing flexibility without additional switching hardware. A discrete pair of RCA inputs per zone provides a dedicated connection point for local sources, making this an ideal rack mount amplifier with 12 volt trigger support for automation-driven installations. The signal-sensing power mode further reduces complexity in set-and-forget environments where manual power management is impractical.

Built on a high-efficiency switching amplifier platform, the AMP800VS runs cooler than traditional linear designs and includes extensive internal thermal protection circuitry to guard against overheating in enclosed rack environments. The Bus RCA outputs on each input pair support daisy-chaining to an additional amplifier, enabling system expansion without reconfiguring existing wiring. With detachable speaker connectors, independent rear-panel gain controls per channel, and rack-mount hardware included, the AMP800VS is engineered to meet the demands of professional residential and light commercial audio distribution installations.

Key Features of the AudioSource AMP800VS Multi-Zone Amplifier

• 4 Independent Playback Zones: Enables installers to play a unique audio source in each of four zones simultaneously, or distribute a single source across all zones — essential for whole-home and commercial multi-room audio systems.
• Flexible Bus Input Routing: Bus 1 and Bus 2 RCA inputs can be assigned to any channel, with corresponding RCA outputs for daisy-chaining to a second amplifier and expanding system capacity without rewiring.
• Three Power Modes: On/off, signal-sensing, and 12-volt trigger modes accommodate manual, automatic, and automation-controlled installations, reducing integration complexity across a wide range of system types.
• High-Efficiency Switching Amplifier Design: Generates less heat than conventional Class AB designs, extending component life and allowing reliable operation in thermally restrictive rack enclosures.
• Independent Rear-Panel Gain Controls: Each channel features its own gain adjustment, allowing precise volume balancing between zones without an external mixer or controller.
• Detachable Speaker Connectors: Simplify installation and future servicing by allowing speaker wiring to be pre-terminated and reconnected without rewiring at the amplifier terminals.
• Rack-Mountable with Included Hardware: Ships with rack-mount brackets for immediate integration into standard 19-inch equipment racks used in professional residential and commercial AV installations.

Technical Specifications

• Amplifier Channels: 8
• Playback Zones: 4
• Power Output (Stereo): 40 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20–20,000 Hz) at 0.2% THD, all channels driven
• Power Output (Bridged): 80 watts x 4 into 8 ohms
• Amplifier Type: High-efficiency switching amplifier
• Frequency Response: 10–50,000 Hz (+0 dB, -3 dB)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100 dB
• Inputs: Bus 1 RCA, Bus 2 RCA (each assignable to any channel); discrete RCA stereo input pair per zone
• Outputs: RCA loop output per bus input pair (daisy-chain capable); detachable speaker terminals per channel
• Power Modes: On/Off, Signal-Sensing, 12-Volt Trigger
• Rack Mountable: Yes (hardware included)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 16.75" x 4" x 16.25"
• Weight: 27 lbs
• Warranty: 3 years
• Manufacturer Part Number: AMP800VS