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ARC Audio Falcon DSP Amplifier
ARC Audio Falcon DSP Amplifier
ARC Audio Falcon is a 12-channel integrated DSP amplifier for advanced active systems, OEM integration, and builds that need amplifier power, 16 DSP channels, and ARC DNA tuning control in one platform.
ARC Falcon Specifications
| Amplified Output Channels | 12 bridgeable Class-D channels |
| Total DSP Channels | 16 |
| Processor / Conversion | Analog Devices ADAU1462 processor with AKM Velvet Sound ADC/DAC path |
| Resolution / Sample Rate | 192kHz / 32-bit audio platform |
| Stereo Power | 12 x 75W @ 4Ω / 12 x 125W @ 2Ω |
| Bridged Power | 6 x 250W @ 4Ω; 2Ω bridged not recommended |
| Inputs / Expansion | 8 balanced analog inputs, speaker-level or RCA; digital input support; 4 RCA output channels up to 8V |
| Controls / Software | ARC DNA software, up to 4 presets, PSC/LR-2/AXP WiFi support, iDatalink Maestro AR capable with required parts |
| Dimensions | 13.25" L x 6" W x 2" H |
What Makes Falcon Different?
Falcon is not just a big multi-channel amplifier. It is a DSP amplifier platform designed for serious system control. ARC notes Falcon was designed exclusively for ARC Audio by Robert Zeff and engineered in the USA, with a high-channel DSP/amplifier architecture for multi-way active systems and OEM integration.
- 12 bridgeable amplified channels: Enough channel count for active 3-way front stages, rear fill, center planning, or full-vehicle control.
- 16 DSP channels: Allows signal routing and expansion beyond the built-in amplifier section.
- ARC DNA software: Provides deep routing and tuning control including a 444-band EQ, time alignment, crossover control, all-pass filters, and full input/output matrix routing.
- Premium DSP hardware path: ADAU1462 processing and AKM Velvet Sound conversion support high-resolution system tuning.
- OEM integration support: Useful when keeping the factory radio or working with complex factory audio systems.
Where Falcon Fits
Falcon makes sense for ARC RS systems, active 2-way and 3-way front stages, factory radio integration, and higher-end speaker systems where every driver needs its own channel, crossover, timing, EQ, and level control.
Related Links
Shop ARC Audio | Blackbird vs Falcon | ARC DSP Guide | ARC Factory Radio Integration | ARC RS Speakers | ARC Sound Quality Builds | DSP Tuning Services | Book a Consultation
Falcon specs and feature notes have been updated against ARC Audio’s current Falcon product page.