Crest Audio Ci 20 X 8 User Manual
Multi-channel power processing amplifiers

Multi-Channel
Power Processing
Amplifiers
Ci
™
s e r i e s
FeATUres OVerVieW:
• Four- and eight-channel versions available, each rated @ 
 200 watts per channel @ 8 ohms or 70 volts (100-volts 
 isolated outputs with optional accessories).
• Individual channels may be selected as low impedance or 
 70 volt
• Tour Class® protection
• Front and rear panel indicators for amplifier status
• Variable-speed fan
• Sequential turn-on standard
• Euro-style input connectors
• Barrier strip output connectors
• One controlled-voltage input per channel standard
• One fault relay per channel standard
• Module bay provided to input Nx module bay accessories 
 for full amplifier control and monitoring via NexSys® 4 
 software or MediaMatrix® product and digital audio 
 distribution
• 100- and 50-volt operation supported with external 
 accessories
• EN60849 and ANSI60849 compliant with optional 
 accessories
DesCriPTiOn:
The Ci Series is the next generation family of elevated efficiency 
amplification from Crest Audio. Ci amplifiers are designed to 
drive low-impedance or 70-volt speaker loads without bridging 
between channels. Bridged operations are supported for 
additional power into 8-ohm loads or 140-volt operation.
As with all Crest Audio products, sonic performance is of 
primary importance. In addition, high-efficiency, comprehensive 
load protection and compact packaging have been achieved in 
the Ci design.
The Ci Series amplifiers incorporate Crest Audio’s tried-and-
true modular approach to intelligent amplifier configuration. 
Through the provision of a single module bay, these amplifiers 
may accommodate modules that facilitate load monitoring, 
digital audio delivery and Crest Audio’s NexSys networking.
A full complement of features and options makes this series 
very versatile, whether powering airport systems, restaurant 
audio or a myriad of other applications. The Ci Series amplifiers 
bring a new generation of amplification to Crest Audio.
Power Ratings
Dual
Bridged
8Ω
4Ω
70 volt
8Ω
140 volt
Ci 20x8
220 w
150 w
200 w
300 w
400 w
Ci 20x4
220 w
150 w
220 w
300 w
440 w
1kHz, 0.02% THD+N Power figures are watts per channel, all channels driven.
(Ci 20x8 model shown)
