The DSPA 1216 Plus stands out with its robust built-in amplifier, delivering up to 80W per channel across eight channels and 150W per channel across four channels. In bridging mode, it reaches 200W per channel for two channels, ensuring your subwoofers and woofers, along with high-end speakers, produce rich and immersive 360° surround sound. The unit also features 16-channel RCA outputs, supporting a range of future upgrades, making it a future-proof addition to any vehicle.
Designed to integrate seamlessly with luxury vehicles like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, and more, the DSPA 1216 Plus ensures the original car speakers reach their full potential. It includes high-end components such as a Class D amplifier and Bluetooth® 5.0 with support for advanced audio codecs. The processor allows for precise audio customization with a 31-band EQ, crossover frequency, slope adjustments, and time alignment delays, catering to individual preferences for a superior listening experience. Additionally, its Error Protection System and navigation mix feature guarantee uninterrupted, high-quality audio output, further enhancing the user experience.




| DSPA 1216 Plus Technical Specs | |
|---|---|
| DSP Chip | ADAU1452 |
| DAC Chip | PCM1690 |
| ADC Chip | 2 x PCM1840 |
| Opamp | NJM4580 & MC33078 |
| Capacitors | High Temperature for High Reliability to 105°C electrolytics and WIMA film Caps |
| PC Connection | USB B |
| Processing Functions | Crossover Frequency: 20Hz ~ 20kHz @ 1dB steps / Master Gain: 0 ~ 60dB / Channel gains: -20dB ~ +5dB Polarity: Phase Reversal 0 or 180 / EQ filters Q 0.5 ~ 15 @ 0.1 steps / Input Mixer Three Linking Functions: Volume Linking- Absolute or Relative EQ Linking – Relative or Absolute Crossover Linking – With EQ link on, Freq Link button will link crossovers |
| Output EQ | EQ bands: All Channels 31 @ ± 15dB in 0.1dB Steps Filter Functions: Peak / High Shelf / Low Shelf / 1st order All Pass/ 2nd Order All Pass |
| Crossover | Butterworth & Bessel: 6,12,18,24,30,36,42,48dB / Linkwitz: 12, 24, 36dB |
| Delay | 0 ~ 20ms / 0.02ms Steps |
| Inputs | 8 x Hi / 2 x RCA / Opt / Coax / BT |
| XO Phase Rotation | Variable Phase shift at HP and LP filters from 0° ~ 359° |
| Input EQ | EQ bands: All Channels 5 bands @ ± 15dB in 0.1dB Steps Filter Functions: Peak / High Shelf / Low Shelf / 1st order All Pass/ 2nd Order All Pass Input Delay: 0 ~ 10ms in 0.02 Steps |
| Frequency Resp: | 20Hz ~ 40kHz |
| Operating Voltage | 10V ~ 16V |
| Input Sens (V) RCA | 3V Max |
| Input Sens (V) Hi | 16V |
| RCA Out Voltage | 8 x 6V |
| RCA Out Specs | THD+Noise < 0.003 S/N ⧁108 |
| Amp Outputs | 80W X 80 |
| Dimensions (mm) | Class D |
| Start-Stop ready | 218 x 170 x 43 |
| EPS Error Protection System | Yes |
| Finish | Yes |
| Auto Turn On via DC Offset or Signal Sensing | Black anodized Aluminum |
| Remote Turn on Output | Yes |
| Built in Bluetooth | Yes |
| THD+Noise Amplifier | 0.03% |
| S/N ratio Amplifier | >100dB |
| THD+Noise RCA out | <0.002% |
| S/N ratio RCA out | 108dB |
| Fuse Rating | 40A |
| Input impedance: | 6 Ohms |
| Controller | Optional |
| Input Mixer | Yes |
| Presets | 8 |
| Software Interface | 64 bit Windows 8, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10, 11 |
| Navigation Mode | Yes |
| Power off Delay | Yes Variable |
| Noise Gate (analog Input) | Yes |
| Automatic Switching Config. | Yes |
| Input EQ | 5 Bands / Chan |
| Input All Pass Filters | 1st and 2nd Order |
| Input Delay | 0 ~ 10ms / Chan |
| Variable Phase 0~360 at crossover filters | Yes |
| Output EQ | 31 All Channels |
| Hi-Shelf, Low-Shelf | Yes |
| Output All Pass filters | 31 per channel |
| Output Delay | 0 ~20ms @ .02 steps |






