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  MTX RFL202 50W  x 2 Car Amplifier
 
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2-channel car amplifier — 50 watts x 2



Stock Status: Discontinued


Product Code: 236RFL202

Description Features Crutchfield Hands-on Research Accessories
 

MTX has been around for over 30 years, so they know a thing or two about making reliable audio gear that hits hard. This RFL Series amp lives up to its MTX legacy, with an aggressive style and heavy metal attitude — it's in your face with power and style. The brushed chrome Gothic detailing, gun metal grey chassis, and black vented end caps give this amp a very cool look, and the MTX logo even matches the styling of their TR and TS Series subs.

Patented amplifier technology
The 2-channel RFL202 can send 50 watts RMS each to a couple of full-range speakers, or 200 watts to a sub in one-channel mode. MTX's patented amplifier technology makes this amp more efficient than conventional Class AB designs, so you get more usable power for your music. Active Fan Cooling speeds up the internal fan when you turn up your the volume, so more cool air reaches the amp's inner workings when it needs it most.

Stack 'em up
You'll also find selectable filters that'll help you match the amp to your speakers, and you can hook this amp to most systems, thanks to speaker-level inputs that turn on the amp when they sense an incoming signal. You can use the included "Jackstand" mounting feet to stack up to three RFL amps in a vertical array — you'll save room and they'll look massively cool.

 
Details:
   » 2-channel car amplifier
   » 50 watts RMS x 2 at 4 ohms (100 watts RMS x 2 at 2 ohms)
   » 200 watts RMS x 1 bridged (4-ohm stable in bridged mode)
   » frequency response: 20-20k Hz
   » selectable high-pass filter (85 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
   » selectable low-pass filter (85 Hz, 18 dB/octave)
   » Active Fan Cooling with automatic variable fan speed
   » Smart Engage turns on amp when signal arrives through the speaker-level inputs
   » CEA-2006 compliant
   » preamp and speaker-level inputs
   » fuse rating: 30A x 1
   » 8-gauge power and ground leads recommended — wiring and hardware not included with amplifier
   » 12-1/8"W x 2 3/8"H x 9-1/16"D
   » warranty: 1 year

Average Customer Rating: Based on 8 Reviews.


 
Meh August-18-11
Reviewer: Sam from Pittsburgh, PA  
Through the last almost two decades I've owned everything from entry to mid- level equipment.  Kicker, JL, and MTX subs and amps are the standouts to me  by far.  

I've been factory-radioing for the last four years but gained some newfound  space without the need for a stroller and I've decided to use one of my old MTX  Thunder6000(4ohm) subs in a sealed box.  Ran some 8gauge for the power  and decided on this amp since it "just about" matches the sub for power.  

Newer model Impala SS, tapped into my rear speaker since I do not want to  replace the factory head unit and purchase the nearly $200 in harnesses to do  an aftermarket.... besides I DO enjoy my Bose interiors.. I know, I know,  aftermarket stuff blows it away, but the Bose blows away other factory stuff, so  it's win-win to me because I am on a budget.  

Anyway, to shorten things up a bit....  I am a tad unsatisfied as I know the sub  could bang way harder because I have an older Kicker ZR360 that I used to  compare(it overheats within 10 minutes, thus the reason I bought the  replacement MTX RFL202)....  I know 200 < 360 but I still find myself saying this  MTX should punch it a littler harder.  ...  

All in all, you get what you pay for.... for the price,  a "good sounding" interior system.   Virtually no bass is heard on the outside.  ... but my days of flexing the trunk and  doors are over simply because of financial responsibilities....   like children.  :)  

Just wanted to give an 'over-the-top' down to earth review.


 
April-19-11
Reviewer: Raleigh G. from Ogden, UT  
This Amp Is Amazing! It Does What You Need It To Do With Ease


 
mtxrfl202 April-04-11
Reviewer: adrian from columbus, OH  
i was very pleased with this purchase. i was looking for something to power my
girlfriends system in her car and it was too much!! i had to put it in my car
and it made me realize that i need to buy more from you guys :)


 
MTX RFL202 delivers value & performance March-28-11
Reviewer: MDM from California  
Was looking for an amp to power a small sub in a friend's car and chose this
one for the specs & fan cooling.  Came with a power rating certification of the
unit's actual performance vs. advertising claims, showing 229 watts vs. 200
advertised when in bridged mono mode.  In 2 channel mode, it made 66 watts
vs. 50 advertised.  THD+N % @ 1 watt output (freq not given) was .086% vs.
<1% advertised.  For about 2 weeks now it has been easily & cleanly driving an
8" sub that provides a great sonic addition to the rest of the new system.


 
BOOM box March-11-11
Reviewer: JDM from Lafayette, LA  
I was looking for an inexpensive amp to add more clarity in my wife's Hyundai. Boy, did I find one.  Even at only 50 watts per channel, the Sound Ordnance speakers I purchased with it sound LOUD.  I haven't heard amps and speakers that sounded this good in years.  Although the enclosed instructions were minimal at best, it isn't hard to connect this amp up.  Probably the best purchase I have done in quite a few years.


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