Powersoft has introduced the Prima Series of compact 4-channel professional amplifiers to addresses ‘a clear gap in the market’ for installed audio systems requiring reliable low-to-mid-power amplification without unnecessary complexity.
Available in two versions differentiated by power output, Prima 164 and Prima 324 are designed for applications where signal processing is already handled upstream or where DSP is not part of the system architecture. This allows customers to benefit from Powersoft’s sound quality and proven reliability through a compact, efficient amplifier solution.
In commercial environments, such as retail and hospitality spaces, classrooms and conference rooms, signal processing, routing and system control are managed by a dedicated DSP, mixer or A/V processor elsewhere in the signal chain. Specifying an amplifier with built-in DSP introduces redundant functionality, additional cost and unnecessary complexity. Prima removes that redundancy while retaining amplification performance, engineering rigour and reliability. The range sits between entry-level commodity amplifiers and fully-featured DSP-integrated platforms.
Both Prima models support Hi-Z and Lo-Z operation, with each output channel independently configurable to suit the connected load. Auto Setup automatically optimises the amplifier’s operating parameters on first start-up, reducing commissioning time and simplifying on-site deployment. The unit uses a fixed diagonal matrix routing architecture with each input feeding its corresponding output channel, keeping signal flow clean and predictable.
A dedicated connector also enables 1-to-all routing, feeding a single input source to all output channels, which is particularly useful in distributed audio applications. Power Sharing technology allows available power to be distributed across channels according to system requirements, while Eco Mode, Auto Standby and low-consumption operation help reduce the energy footprint of the installation over time.
The half-rack form factor means Prima can be deployed in a variety of ways, including as a standalone unit, behind a display or beneath a conference table. This enables discreet, space-efficient installation in environments where visible equipment is undesirable Onboard gain trimmers, status and signal LEDs, and straightforward rear-panel controls allow for quick adjustment and system monitoring without requiring dedicated software or additional configuration layers.
‘Until now, the choice has often been to over-specify with DSP customers don’t need, or to use commodity amplifiers that don’t meet performance expectations – Prima that gap,’ says Sales & Business Development Director, Luca Giorgi. ‘Prima closes It gives integrators and installers Powersoft quality in a format that is genuinely the right size for the application. No redundancy, no unnecessary complexity and no compromise on reliability.’
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