CLARION DTX680 (DSP AMPLIFIER 6x65W)

Product Overview

The Clarion DTX680 is an 8-channel digital signal processor and 6-channel amplifier engineered for serious custom installations. Combining Class A/B and Class D amplification with comprehensive DSP tuning capabilities, this unit delivers 600W maximum power while offering the precision control needed for complex multi-speaker systems. With six input channels (four high-level plus two RCA) and generous output options (eight RCA plus six high-level), the DTX680 adapts to virtually any system architecture—from factory integration to full aftermarket builds. The built-in 31-band equalizer with 0.1dB resolution, independent crossover filters per channel, and time alignment up to 10,000ms ensure every installation achieves reference-quality sound staging and frequency response.

Features & Benefits

• Hybrid amplification architecture uses Class A/B for front channels and Class D for rear/subwoofer channels, delivering clean, efficient power with minimal heat generation—ideal for under-seat or boot installations where ventilation is limited.
• Professional-grade 31-band parametric EQ with 0.1dB resolution lets you correct factory speaker response curves, eliminate cabin resonances, and dial in competition-level frequency accuracy that rivals dedicated DSP units costing significantly more.
• Flexible connectivity options accept both high-level factory signals and aftermarket RCA inputs simultaneously, making this perfect for upgrading factory systems without replacing head units or for building complex multi-amplifier setups with clean signal routing.
• Independent crossover control per channel with selectable filter types (Linkwitz-Riley, Butterworth, Bessel) and slopes from 6dB to 48dB/octave gives you surgical precision when matching speakers, protecting tweeters, and achieving seamless driver integration.
• Time alignment up to 10,000ms compensates for off-axis speaker placement common in vehicles, creating a centered soundstage from an asymmetric driver’s position—particularly valuable in utes, vans, and touring 4WDs where speaker mounting locations are compromised.
• Six preset memory banks store complete tuning profiles, allowing quick switching between daily commute settings, show mode, or passenger-focused staging—perfect for installers offering multiple tune options or owners who want different profiles for highway versus city driving.
• Compact footprint (194 × 151 × 45mm) and lightweight design (1.35kg) simplify installation in space-constrained vehicles, fitting under seats, behind panels, or in small boot cavities without sacrificing channel count or processing power.
• Remote sensing capability automatically powers the unit on when detecting high-level input signals, eliminating the need for dedicated remote wire connections in factory integration scenarios—streamlines installation and reduces wiring complexity.

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