About the Lab.Gruppen CA2401 240 Watt Commercial Amplifier w/ Energy Star Certification
The Lab.Gruppen CA2401 is a single-channel, high-efficiency commercial power amplifier engineered for demanding installed sound applications where reliable, continuous operation is paramount. Certified to Energy Star standards, it is designed to minimize energy consumption and heat output while delivering robust, clean power, making it an economically and environmentally sound choice for 24/7 commercial audio systems. Utilizing advanced Class-D amplification technology, the amplifier provides 240 watts of power into 4 ohms with high efficiency, reducing electrical costs and the need for extensive cooling infrastructure in rack installations. This focus on sustainable performance does not compromise audio fidelity, as the CA2401 maintains a low noise floor and low distortion to ensure clear, intelligible sound reinforcement for paging, background music, and program audio.
Built with the durability and user-centric design characteristic of Lab.Gruppen's commercial series, the amplifier incorporates comprehensive protection mechanisms against short circuits, thermal overload, and DC offset to safeguard both the unit and connected loudspeakers. Its connectivity is tailored for integration simplicity, featuring balanced line-level inputs on Euroblock connectors and both Euroblock and speakON outputs for flexible loudspeaker wiring. Front-panel LED indicators provide immediate visual feedback on power status, signal presence, clipping, and any fault conditions, facilitating easy monitoring and troubleshooting. The amplifier operates silently with a fanless design, making it suitable for noise-sensitive environments.
The CA2401 is ideal for powering single-zone or bridged high-power applications in retail stores, restaurants, airports, houses of worship, and other commercial venues. Its combination of substantial output power, energy-efficient operation, and robust build quality makes it a dependable core component for audio contractors and system integrators. By offering professional-grade amplification with a focus on operational economy and reliability, the Lab.Gruppen CA2401 serves as a powerful and responsible solution for driving distributed speaker systems and subwoofers in modern commercial audio installations.