Emotiva

XPA-6 Gen3

Name: XPA-6 Gen3
Brand: Emotiva
SKU: EMOTIVA-XPA-6-GEN3

6 Channel Amplifier

Model AMP-XPA-CHAN-GEN3-6 · Series XPA

The new XPA-6 is a six-channel audiophile quality power amplifier, and is perfect for powering your surround speakers, height speakers, any other effects channels in your Dolby Atmos / DTS:X home theater system.

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All specifications

Gain: 29 dB
Maximum Power Consumption: 1,900 watts

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Overview

Big sound is easy. Staying clean under pressure is the hard part.

The XPA-6 Gen3 is a six-channel power amplifier that connects to an AV processor, stereo preamp, or an AV receiver with PRE OUT connections (RCA or XLR), then delivers high-current power to the speakers you assign it to.

It’s a natural fit for surround, height, and ceiling channels in Dolby Atmos and DTS:X systems, where receivers can start to sound strained when multiple channels hit at once. The XPA-6 ships with six High-Powered Single-Channel Class A/B modules installed and delivers 225 W/ch into 8 ohms or 350 W/ch into 4 ohms with all channels driven. Each channel supports balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA, selectable per channel.

And because it’s built on our XPA Gen3 modular platform, the chassis includes additional module slots for future expansion, so your amplifier can grow as your system grows (modules installed by Emotiva or an authorized service representative).

Common use cases:

• Upgrade an AVR: use your receiver’s PRE OUT connections to power surrounds, heights, or ceiling speakers with more headroom

• Power a full six-channel speaker set: surrounds plus heights, or a full bed layer in a larger system, depending on your layout

• Take strain off the receiver: let the AVR focus on processing and lighter duty while the XPA-6 handles the demanding channels

• Build toward Atmos/DTS:X: start with the channels you need most now and keep your platform ready for system growth

Looking to make sure the XPA-6 plays nicely in your existing system? Contact us!

Features

Modular Design
The XPA-6 Gen3 is built on our XPA Gen3 modular architecture, so it is more than a fixed six-channel amp. It ships with six High-Powered Single-Channel modules installed, and the additional module bays are for future expansion as your system grows.
Six Channels for Atmos
The XPA-6 is a natural match for surround, height, and ceiling speakers in Dolby Atmos and DTS:X systems. When multiple channels light up at once, these are often the first to sound thin or strained on receiver power. The XPA-6 gives those channels the headroom and control that helps keep the whole soundfield stable.
Class A/B Headroom
Each channel uses a fully discrete Class A/B amplifier module backed by a regulated high-current switch-mode power supply (SMPS) and Soft-Switch Optimized Class H operation. In plain terms, it delivers clean detail and strong dynamics, with the grip to stay controlled when the mix gets dense.
Flexible Inputs
Connect the XPA-6 to an AV processor, stereo preamp, or an AVR with PRE OUT connections, then choose balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA per channel using the rear-panel input selector switches. It is an easy way to add serious multi-channel amplification without replacing the gear you already like.
Built-In Protection
Microprocessor-controlled protection is designed to stay transparent during normal listening, yet guard against common fault conditions. A resettable rear-panel circuit breaker helps protect against AC line issues, and the XPA-6 Gen3 is backed by our full five-year warranty.

Specifications

CIRCUIT TOPOLOGY

CIRCUIT TOPOLOGY: The XPA-6 Gen3 is a fully modular audio power amplifier with a high-efficiency switch mode power supply (SMPS), independent, fully discrete, dual differential, high current, short signal path Class A/B amplifier modules, Optimized Class H™ power supply topology, and microprocessor-controlled fault protection. The XPA-6 is powered by a high efficiency, audiophile grade, Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS).

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS: The XPA-6 Gen3 features six of our High-Powered Single Channel Modules. Audio Specifications (Six High-Powered Single Channel Modules):
Power Output: 300 watts RMS/channel; 20 Hz – 20 kHz; THD<0.1%; 8 Ohms; one channel driven 550 watts RMS/channel; 20 Hz – 20 kHz; THD<0.2%; 4 Ohms; one channel driven 300 watts RMS/channel; THD<0.1%; 8 Ohms; two channels driven 490 watts RMS/channel; THD<0.1%; 4 Ohms; two channels driven 225 watts RMS/channel; THD<0.1%; 8 Ohms; ALL SIX channels driven 350 watts RMS/channel; THD<0.1%; 4 Ohms; ALL SIX channels driven
Power Bandwidth (at rated power; 4 Ohm - 8 Ohm load): 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+ / – 0.1 dB)
Broad Band Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 80 kHz +0/-2 dB
THD + noise: < 0.005%; at 100 watts RMS; 1 kHz; 8 Ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio (8 Ohm load): > 117 dB; ref FTC rated power; unbalanced input (A-weighted) > 91 dB; ref 1 watt; unbalanced input (A-weighted)
Minimum Recommended Load Impedance (per channel): 4 Ohms (one 4 Ohm load or two paralleled 8 Ohm loads)
Damping Factor (8 Ohm load): > 500
Input Sensitivity (for rated power; 8 Ohm load): 1.71 V
Gain: 29 dB
Maximum Power Consumption: 1,900 watts
Note: The values shown refer to the amount of power the amplifier would consume while playing test tones continuously, on all channels, at full power, into a load bank. Therefore, they are not at all characteristic of what you would expect when playing music or the soundtrack from a movie. Normal audio signals are dynamic, so the amount of power they require from second to second varies widely, and the average is far lower than this. With normal content, even playing very loudly, one of our amplifiers will consume far less power than indicated in the chart, so these values should not be considered to be a circuit requirement for normal operation.
Input Impedance: 33 kOhms (balanced) 23.5 kOhms (unbalanced)

INPUT & OUTPUT CONNECTIONS

Input Connections (High-Powered Single Channel Modules): Unbalanced (RCA); balanced (XLR); one each per channel, independently selectable.
Input Connections (Stereo Modules): 2 Unbalanced (RCA); 2 balanced (XLR); two per channel, independently selectable.
Speaker Output Connections: Audiophile grade, gold plated, 5-way binding posts.
Trigger Input: 5 – 12 V (AC or DC); <10 mA input current required.
Trigger Output: 12 VDC; can drive any load up to 120 mA.

CONTROLS & INDICATORS

Standby: push button (halo ring changes color to indicate Standby or On).
Status LEDs: one per channel; blue. Status LEDs change to red to indicate a fault condition.
AC Power switch: rocker switch (switches AC main power).
Status LEDs switch: disables front panel Status LEDs and dims Standby button halo.
Input selector switches (one per channel): metal toggle switches; select between balanced and unbalanced inputs.
Circuit Breaker: press button to reset circuit breaker.

POWER REQUIREMENTS & PROTECTION

Power Requirements: Between 100 VAC and 250 VAC @ 50 / 60 Hz (automatically detected).
Protection: The XPA Gen3 is protected against excessive operating temperature, shorted speaker connections, ground faults, and other common fault conditions.

MECHANICAL

Dimensions: 17” wide x 8” high x 19” deep (unboxed; including feet) 17” wide x 7” high x 19” deep (unboxed; without feet) 24-1/2” wide x 12” high x 24-3/4” deep (boxed)
Weight: 46 lbs (unboxed) 50 lbs (boxed)