


The DSPA 816 Pro elevates your vehicle’s audio system with its high-end components and state-of-the-art technology. Featuring a powerful integrated Class D amplifier with 8 channels, each providing a maximum of 80W at 4Ω, this unit guarantees to fill your vehicle with rich, dynamic sound. It is equipped with a variety of inputs, including 8 high-level, 2 AUX, 1 optical, and 1 coaxial input supporting up to 192 kHz / 24-bit audio, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of audio sources. Additionally, its 8 RCA and high-level outputs, coupled with Bluetooth® 5.0 featuring aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC codecs, offer flexible connectivity options and wireless streaming of high-definition audio.
Beyond its powerful amplification and versatile connectivity, the DSPA 816 Pro excels in customizable audio tuning. With its 31-band EQ, users can precisely adjust sound frequencies to their preference. Other advanced features include adjustable crossover frequency and slope, phase inversion, and time alignment delays for each channel, allowing for a finely tuned audio environment. The device also supports navigation mix, prioritizing backing up and navigation audio cues, and an Error Protection System (EPS) for uninterrupted performance. Whether for audiophiles or casual listeners, the DSPA 816 Pro is engineered to deliver an unmatched audio experience in high-end vehicles.
| DSPA 816 Pro 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 8 |
| 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 |






