What's wrong with Crown XLS power amps?

[dincz]

I see so many more recommendations for Peavey IPR than for Crown XLS power amps.

Is there any good reason for this - or is it just that the Crown's lower input sensitivity (1.4V) scares people off?

[pantherairsoft]

The XLS is crowns 'Budget' amp, when compared to the XTi range (which you will hear many more positive comments about). The XLS amps are fine, but should only be compared to other lower range amps IMO. They are expensive for an entry level amp though as they are better than many cheaper ones and you pay a little on top for the name.

The Peavey is highly regarded as it is very well made and reliable - In performance terms it seems that the IPR is more comparable to the XTi range according to feedback online (though not as feature packed).

[stevie]

I don't have any direct experience of either of these amps, but Chris's opinion is in line with what the guys are posting on the pro audio forums.

[crez5150]

Plus there is the cost factor,....... Peavey have had a massive push with IPR offering some stupid deals to the trade..... hence a lot of resellers pushing these over other brands

[stevie]

Interesting. I'm in the market for one myself - so maybe I should get some quotes.

[Ghost_Bass]

A very quick search led me to believe that the IPR aren't bridgeable, is this true?

I was also looking for a power amp but my quest was short having nailed a Ampeg SVP 1500 power amp. It's big and it's heavy but it pumps 1500W in 4ohms (bridge) Great sound! In the future i'll be looking in to buying a Crest Audio Pro-Lite 2000, they should be released on EU markets early next year.

[stevie]

As far as I know they are bridgeable - but it's a bit of a faff.

[Freddie75]

Are you referring to the Crown XLS Drivecore? I have only read good reviews on these when compared with the Peavey IPR - particularly the Drivecore 1500. I'm looking at getting one of these myself to pair up with my tone hammer pre-amp pedal.