Introduction: Sony® Slim Series Amplifiers And Subwoofers
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Sony introduces Slim Series amplifiers and subwoofers for the mobile environment. These amplifiers and subwoofers are ideal for people looking for “big sound” without sacrificing their trunk! Sales of trucks of all types and compact cars are rising, so Sony has responded to the trend with a line of amplifiers and speakers that fit into the limited spaces some of these vehicles offer. Whether it’s the Slim Series subwoofers (based on the popular Sony P5 design) with about 3.25 inches1 of depth (or less) or the Slim Series amplifiers designed to fit comfortably behind truck seats or under car seats, these products do not sacrifice an ounce of performance. All of the Slim Series products carry the same levels of performance and installation flexibility you have come to expect from Sony! Sony Slim Series amplifiers have all the features necessary to power the speakers in a great sounding system and do so while consuming minimal space. The modern cosmetics, top mounted adjustments, and single side electrical/signal connections further add to the value of these amplifiers. Sony Slim Series subwoofers are available by themselves or in rugged, wedge shaped enclosures that are intended to fit behind or under truck seats, in a trunk, or in hatch back vehicles where space is at a premium. The proven success of the P5 Turbo subwoofer design ensures hours of great sounding bass while taking up only minimal space. With Sony Slim Series subwoofers, you can have performance, style, and space left in your car when they’re installed! 1Non-metric measurements are approximate and may vary. |
Slim Series Amplifiers feature:
- On Board Filters
- 40Hz Low Boost Control (0-10dB)
- High Level Sensing Power On
- Line and Speaker Level Inputs
- Slim Chassis Design
- CEA-2006A Power Rating Compliant
Slim Series Subwoofers feature:
- Sony’s Innovative P5 Design
- Polypropylene Cone
- Single Four Ohm Voice Coils
- Gold Plated Five Way Binding Posts
- Mounting Depth around three inches!
Key Feature: Slim Series Subwoofer Applications
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The 10” and 12” Slim Series subs only require around three inches of mounting depth!
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Sony’s Slim Series Subwoofers are not just for small cars or trucks. Although those vehicles are particularly well suited for a shallow subwoofer that requires minimal mounting depth, their innovative design also makes them an ideal candidate for those concerned about adding weight or bulk to their vehicles. Sony’s recommended small sealed enclosure sizes for the 10” (.57 Ft3) and 12” (0.95 Ft3) mean that these will fit just about anywhere and perform great. Some examples of where the Slim Series subwoofers are particularly advantageous are:
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Top Reasons To Buy The Sony® Slim Series Amplifiers
And Subwoofers
- They have excellent performance characteristics
- The physical size is applicable to nearly any vehicle
- The cosmetics are modern and stylish
- They carry the same engineering and manufacturing quality shared among all Sony Xplōd® products
- Excellent value for the dollar!
Features And Benefits Of The Sony® Slim Series Amplifiers
| Amplifier Feature | Benefit |
| High Level AND RCA Inputs | With the ability to work with high level (speaker wire) type inputs and the traditional RCA type inputs, these amplifiers have the flexibility to work with both OEM and aftermarket systems with equal performance. |
| High Level “Sensing” Power On | This allows the amplifier to turn on when it senses the presence of an audio signal on the high level inputs. Many of today’s modern vehicles do not have a traditional turn on output, so this makes the amplifier ideal for OEM upgrades as well as with traditional aftermarket headunits. |
| RCA Line Level “Pass Through” (XM-1S) | This feature allows flexibility with the number of RCA audio cables that must be installed between the headunit and these amplifiers because the pass through feature allows easy “daisy chaining” of additional amplifiers (such as the XM-4S) without additional cables needing to be run from the headunit. This is especially nice for future upgrades. |
| High Signal to Noise Ratio | With a signal to noise ratio of 106dB in the XM-4S and 90dB in the XM-1S, the Slim Series amplifiers allow all the subtle nuances of your music to be conveyed into the speakers without any compromise. A high signal to noise specification ratio is always preferable over a low specification, especially where mid and high frequencies are concerned. |
| 40Hz Low Boost | This very useful feature allows the user or installer to tailor the in-vehicle frequency response so that low bass is enhanced to the customer’s tastes without increasing the overall output of the amplifier across all frequencies. The adjustment range is 0 to +10dB |
| Active Thermal Control (XM-1S) |
This feature allows the power supply in the XM-1S to scale back to safer operation for a short period of time when the amplifier reaches its thermal threshold. This allows the music to remain playing rather than traditional thermal circuits shutting the amplifier down to cool off! |
| CEA-2006A and Max Power Ratings | These amplifiers provide both Max Power and CEA-2006A compliant power ratings so you can compare and assess the amplifier with a
level playing field. XM-1S = 900W Max Power 290W x 4 into 4 Ohms (RMS) 500W x 4 into 2 Ohms (RMS) XM-4S = 500W Max Power 60W x 4 into 4 Ohms (RMS) 95W x 2 + 250W x 1 into 4 Ohms (Bridged Mode, RMS) |
Features And Benefits Of The Sony® Slim Series Subwoofers
| Subwoofer Feature | Benefit |
| Polypropylene Woofer Cones | Polypropylene is a particularly well damped, rigid plastic compound that is light enough to ensure good sensitivity on even the smallest cone. This translates to minimal cone flex and maximum sound output. |
| Santoprene Rubber Surrounds | More durable than even butyl rubber surrounds, santoprene rubber surrounds resist stretching and loss of elasticity, ensuring continued quality throughout the life of the speaker. |
| Unique 5 Sided Cone | Slim Series subwoofers feature a unique 5-sided shape that provides two functional benefits. The “corners” formed at the joints of the cone sides add stiffness to the cone. This reduces cone flex and distortion, making the subwoofer more efficient. The odd-numbered side design, along with spiral ribs, reduces standing waves that would tend to cancel out some of the low bass information in an even-sided design. Even lower distortion is realized as a result. The spiral ribs also allow for more surface area and in turn, improve SPL by increasing the amount of air moved with each stroke of the cone – so, they play low and loud. There’s also a cosmetic benefit – these are cool looking woofers! |
| Vented Magnet Assemblies | Slim Series subwoofers utilize magnet assemblies with rear venting for additional cooling of the voice coil. This means longer and more reliable operation of the woofer and, at higher output levels, less power saturation in the voice coil from overheating. |
| High Sensitivity | By utilizing light and rigid cones, along with powerful magnet structures, these speakers are particularly good in the sensitivity department. This means for a given amount of input power, they will play louder than other, less sensitive speakers. That’s bang for the buck! |
| High Power Handling | Xplōd® Slim Series subwoofers can handle a lot of power with clarity, presence, and accuracy. Sony speaker
technologies ensure low distortion and efficient reproduction of even the most demanding sources.
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Who Buys The Sony® Slim Series Amplifiers
And Subwoofers & Why
The person who will be most interested in the new Slim Series amplifiers and subwoofers is one who:
- Is seeking performance but also wants to maximize their available space in the vehicle
- May be driving a truck, SUV, or compact car
- Demands modern, stylish cosmetics from their equipment
- Requires the piece of mind that Sony Xplōd® products deliver
The newest Slim Series amplifiers and speakers from Sony Mobile are top quality components that are ideal for any vehicle. In particular, owners of trucks, SUV’s, and compact cars may be attracted to the small footprint of the amplifiers or the shallow installation depth of the subwoofers. Even if that’s not a primary requirement, all customers appreciate the additional space they will retain by having mobile audio products that are thoughtfully designed to minimize the intrusion into the vehicle’s interior.
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Q. Why is an installation depth around three inches for a subwoofer so special? A. Subwoofers traditionally require 6 or more inches of installation depth because of the large, commercially produced frames and stacked magnet assemblies. These factors are the result of “off the shelf” parts that a manufacturer may utilize to build their particular subwoofer. Sony has taken a completely different approach by tooling unique frames and magnet assemblies as well as creating different ways of aligning the internal parts so that they fit in smaller spaces. The result is that the Slim Series subwoofers have very little with which to be compared because they are so slim. Slim installation depth requirements give you options. People like options and people will love not having to give up valuable space in their car or truck to get that low bass from a subwoofer. 1Non-metric measurements are approximate and may vary. |
Highlight: Use Class D Ampplifiers On Subwoofers
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Sony XM-1S Class D Subwoofer Amplifier
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If you want even more performance and to squeeze every last ounce out of your mobile audio products, pair the Sony Slim Series 10” or 12” subwoofers with a Sony Slim Series XM-1S Class D amplifier. This Class D topology utilizes a super fast switching circuit to reproduce low frequency audio with ultra high efficiency. That means greater ability to pound out the low bass without killing the vehicle’s electrical system in the process. If you want to really maximize your sound without having to make heavy modifications to your car, the Sony Slim Series XM-1S Class D amplifier and Slim Series subs will do the trick! |
Ket Feature: Great Sounding Amplifiers
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XM-4S Four Channel Amplifier
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Sony’s Slim Series XM-4S four channel amplifier is particularly well suited to be a great sounding component because of its wide frequency response, low distortion, and high signal to noise ratio. The XM-4S is also bridgeable so it can run stereo channels on the front end and a subwoofer on a bridged channel. On board filtering from 80Hz low and high pass crossovers can be engaged with a simple flick of the switch. Additional features like a 40Hz boost and high level inputs make this amplifier even ideal for upgrades to a factory installed audio system. |
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Accesories For The Sony® Slim Series Amplifiers
And Subwoofers
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If you’re ready to rock and like the idea of something ready to go for your subwoofer enclosure, Sony Slim Series subs also come in pre-manufactured enclosures perfect for behind the seat of a truck, in a hatchback, or even in the trunk of a compact vehicle. Both 10” and 12” ready-to-rock enclosures are available. Common Features:
XS-LB10S
XS-LB12S
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Summary Of The Sony® Slim Series Amplifiers
And Subwoofers
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Sony Slim Series amplifiers and subwoofers uncover a new dimension of mobile audio products. Sony has addressed the challenge of improving the sound experience in the vehicle without having to install massive components to achieve that result. Whether it’s the efficiency of the Class D XM-1S on a subwoofer or the multi-faceted XM-4S on a whole system (even just the mid/high frequency speakers), Sony Slim Series amplifiers really make upgrading sound in the car easy! Sony Slim Series subs in 10” or 12” models make it much more realistic to get a large cone to move the air needed to have a “real” bass experience, yet the space required for installation depth and overall enclosure size does not require giving up loads of room in the vehicle. With Sony’s Slim Series, you have the performance and style you expect from Sony, but you also get to keep a little more storage space available in your vehicle. It’s really the best of both worlds! |
