Community ALC-1604D – 4 x 1600W Amplified Loudspeaker Controller with DSP & Dante®
The Community ALC-1604D is a high-performance 4-channel, 1600W-per-channel amplified loudspeaker controller designed for seamless integration with Community Professional Loudspeakers. Featuring advanced FIR DSP processing, Dante® audio networking, and extensive loudspeaker protection, the ALC-1604D is the ideal all-in-one solution for system amplification, routing, zoning, and monitoring.
Optimized to drive low-impedance, 70V, or 100V loudspeakers on any channel, the ALC-1604D offers unmatched flexibility and reliability for fixed installations, performance venues, houses of worship, and mission-critical environments. Integration is fast and intuitive with analog and Dante® inputs, full ArmoníaPlus system control, and Biamp’s Community loudspeaker presets for precise tuning, limiting, and EQ.
IEC 60849 compliance, UPS-ready power supply, and GPIO-based fault monitoring make the ALC-1604D a trusted choice for emergency and fire alarm systems. Whether you’re managing a small venue or a large distributed system, the ALC-1604D delivers unmatched power, control, and protection in a single device.
ALC-1604D Key Features:
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4 channels x 1600W output power
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FIR Linear Phase DSP (1024 taps)
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Full Dante® and analog audio input support
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Drives 2Ω, 4Ω, 8Ω, 70V, or 100V loads on any channel
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Factory-optimized Community loudspeaker presets
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Multi-stage limiters for full loudspeaker protection
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Power Sharing technology for asymmetric loading
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Software-calculated headroom and power display per channel
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GPIO fault monitoring; UPS-ready power supply
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Remote control and monitoring via ArmoníaPlus software
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4-year manufacturer’s warranty
Ideal Applications:
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Fixed installations in performance venues
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Churches, schools, and theaters
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Paging and background music systems
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Emergency and life-safety systems
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Large-scale distributed sound zones
Community ALC-1604D Specifications
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Specification
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Details
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Product Type
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4-Channel Amplified Loudspeaker Controller with DSP & Dante®
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Channels
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4 independent output channels
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Output Power per Channel
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1600W (per channel, into appropriate load)
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Load Compatibility
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2Ω, 4Ω, 8Ω, 70V, or 100V on any channel
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DSP Processing
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1024-tap FIR Linear Phase DSP
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Inputs
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2 x Analog Inputs (balanced)
2 x Dante® Network Audio Inputs
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Outputs
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4 x Loudspeaker Outputs (binding post or terminal block, depending on model)
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Control Software
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ArmoníaPlus System Manager (via Ethernet)
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Network Protocols
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Dante® (audio), Ethernet (control/monitoring)
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Presets
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Factory-authored Community loudspeaker presets
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Protection Features
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Multi-stage loudspeaker limiters
Power Sharing technology
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Monitoring
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Full system monitoring via ArmoníaPlus
GPIO fault indicators
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Compliance
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IEC 60849 (emergency system readiness)
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UPS Compatibility
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Yes – engineered to operate with uninterruptible power supplies
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Fault Monitoring
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Rear-panel GPIO connectors (per-channel, user-assignable)
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Power Supply
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Universal switching power supply
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Dimensions
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Varies by rack-mount configuration (e.g., 2U)
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Warranty
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4 years
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