{"product_id":"cicada-audio-cx250-2d-250w-x-2-channel-amplifier","title":"Cicada Audio CX250.2D 2-Channel Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCicada Audio CX250.2D 2-Channel Full-Range Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed strong power for one pair of motorcycle or powersports speakers without dedicating the space to a four-channel amp? That is where the CX250.2D fits. Cicada rates it at \u003cstrong\u003e150 watts RMS x 2 at 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e250 watts RMS x 2 at 2 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e at 14.4 volts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe load decision comes first. Run it as a two-channel amplifier when you want independent left\/right channels for a speaker pair. Bridge it only into a supported \u003cstrong\u003e4-ohm mono load\u003c\/strong\u003e when one larger channel makes sense for the system. Confirm the exact bridged output for the unit before matching it to a specific speaker load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere It Fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a full-range Class-D two-channel amplifier, so it can run coaxials, component\/mid-bass sections, or another compatible pair when the crossover and power match the speakers. The switchable high-pass, full-range, and low-pass filtering gives it useful basic system control, while REM, VOX, and DC turn-on modes make it easier to integrate into different motorcycle and factory-radio installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh-level and low-level signal integration still needs to be evaluated around the source. Auto turn-on does not correct factory EQ, summing, all-pass behavior, or other OEM processing. If the source signal needs correction, that work belongs upstream in the integration or DSP plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eElectrical Planning\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a motorcycle, charging capacity matters. Power\/ground wiring, fuse location, battery condition, charging-system headroom, and the rest of the amplifier load should be planned as one system. Follow the current installation requirements for the exact amplifier rather than sizing the electrical around a model-name wattage figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it will not do:\u003c\/strong\u003e stereo operation is designed around 4- or 2-ohm loads, and bridged use should be kept to a 4-ohm load. It is not the right amp if the build needs four independent channels, a lower bridged impedance, or DSP functions such as time alignment and detailed EQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifier type: 2-channel full-range Class D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRMS power at 14.4V: 150W x 2 @ 4 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRMS power at 14.4V: 250W x 2 @ 2 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum stereo load: 2 ohms per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum bridged load: 4 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamping factor: 200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 91 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossover: LPF \/ FULL \/ HPF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossover range: 40–400 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossover slope: 12 dB\/octave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn-on modes: REM \/ VOX \/ DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N at 10% rated power: 0.1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCloseout Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCicada lists the CX250.2D in its closeout section. Choose it because its two-channel power, supported impedance, crossover range, and electrical demand fit the system—not simply because it is a legacy closeout model.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cicada Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51703971709161,"sku":"CX250.2D","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/8134\/0811\/files\/CX250.2D-3-1.jpg?v=1787362661","url":"https:\/\/smscaraudio.com\/products\/cicada-audio-cx250-2d-250w-x-2-channel-amplifier","provider":"SMS Car Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}