Description
Phoenix Gold ZDA8.8
Eight-channel amplifier, with eight-channel DSP processor.
8 x 30W, with an eight-channel signal processor that offers excellent sound quality and adjustability through easy-to-use software.
The amplifier operates in Class A/B, which produces an exceptionally warm and natural sound for your vehicle.
Made for Plug & Play installation and ready-made wiring harnesses are available for over two thousand different car models.
The ZDA8.8 DSP amplifier revolutionizes your car's audio performance in this price range, outperforming all factory-installed amplifiers.
Unlike most similar products that use Class D technology, the ZDA8.8 utilizes Class A/B technology, producing a warmer and more natural sound that brings your music to life. Even without DSP adjustments, the sound quality is significantly improved, and the built-in DSP takes the sound even further, allowing you to fine-tune your car's sound system to your exact preferences - regardless of your musical taste.
OIS – OEM Impedance Simulation
The ZDA8.8 is equipped with OEM Impedance Simulation (OIS), ensuring compatibility with modern audio equipment and amplifiers. By simulating the impedance of the speakers, it preserves the functionality of your car's original audio unit and prevents potential problems with plug-and-play installations.
Input Priority
Input Priority ensures seamless integration with your car's original head unit. You can use RCA input or digital sources such as optical S/PDIF input, coaxial input or built-in Bluetooth (Bluetooth 5.0) without losing important sounds from the original equipment, such as parking sensors, alarms and radio signals.
For example, if your vehicle's head unit has a high-pass filter that limits bass, you can bypass this limitation by streaming the audio directly to the amplifier via Bluetooth – while retaining all the functionality of the OEM system.
Software
You control the processor with free and easy-to-use PC software (compatible with Windows 10 and 11). Connect to your computer with the included USB-B cable and you have the following control options:
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31-band parametric equalizer (PEQ) for all channels
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Selectable filter types (Bessel, Butterworth, Linkwitz-Riley) and adjustable slopes from -6 dB to -48 dB
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Time delay adjustments for all channels
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Fully customizable channel routing
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Custom channel links (Copy or Link)
These advanced features allow you to adjust your sound system perfectly to your own preferences.
Plug & Play wiring harnesses
Plug & Play wiring harnesses
ZDA4.8 / ZDA6.8 / ZDA8.8 can be installed in over two thousand different car models with ready-made Plug & Play wiring harnesses.
You can find the wiring harness compatibility table here.
Main features
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Burr Brown OPs – The same cutting-edge technology as in Phoenix Gold's High End ZQ series, bringing the ultimate in sound precision.
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Burr DAC PCM1681 – Premium digital-to-analog conversion ensures the best possible conversion.
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Bluetooth 5.0 – Stable and high-performance wireless connection.
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Toshiba TDA transistor package – The perfect balance of power and precision.
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Molded heat sink – Advanced cooling design ensures performance even under heavy use.
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48 kHz DSP sampling rate – Incredible clarity and processing precision.
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Gold-plated PCB – Phoenix Gold's commitment to quality and durability.
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Molex Connectors – Reliable connections for easy installation.
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8-channel DSP (all models) – Unlimited possibilities for system customization.
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Class A/B design – Natural, undisturbed sound without noisy fans.
Phoenix Gold ZDA8.8
Specifications:
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Amplifier class: A/B
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Confirmed channels: 8
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DSP channels: 8
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Frequency response (-3dB): 15 Hz – 23 kHz
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Maximum power: 480 W
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RMS power (4 Ω): 8 x 30W
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RCA output voltage: 4 V
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DA converter: Burr Brown PCM1681
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DSP resolution: 24 bits
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Sampling frequency: 48 kHz
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S/N ratio (analog/digital input): -90 dB
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.1%
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Channel leakage: -60 dB
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Damping factor: 120
Connections and functions:
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Speaker level input: Yes
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Auto start: Yes
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Input sensitivity (speaker level): 0.2 V - 20 V
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Input sensitivity (line level): 0.2 V – 5 V
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Analog inputs: 6 × speaker level / 2 × line level
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Digital inputs: Bluetooth / Coaxial / USB / SPDIF
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Line-level outputs (RCA): 8
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Alarm input and output: Yes
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Computer connection: USB-B (PC software, Windows 10/11 compatible)
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Phone app: Coming soon...
Power consumption and installation:
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Operating voltage: 9 V – 16 V
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Start-Stop compatibility: Yes
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Quiescent current: 1.5 A
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Maximum current consumption: 30 A
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Overall efficiency (4 Ω): 60%
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Power connector: 10 mm²
Accessories:
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Remote control (optional): ZDAWCT
Additional information:
| Feature | Information |
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| Product | ZDA4.8 / ZDA6.8 / ZDA8.8 |
| PC software | Yes (Windows 10, Windows 11) |
| Phone application (APP) | Pending... |
| Equalizer (EQ) | 31-area |
| Phase reversal | 0° or 180° |
| Filters | High-pass and low-pass filters |
| Filter types | Bessel, Butterworth, Linkwitz-Riley |
| Split slopes (Bessel/Butterworth) | Off, -6dB, -12dB, -18dB, -24dB, -36dB, -42dB, -48dB |
| Splitting slopes (Linkwitz-Riley) | Off, -12dB, -24dB, -48dB |
| Time delay adjustment | 0–48 ms (0–1632 cm) |
| Equalizer bypass | Yes (for individual and all channels) |
| Mute | Yes (for individual and all channels) |
| Income prioritization | Yes (2 sources) |
| Start delay | Yes (5-30 seconds) |
| Custom signal routing | Yes |
| EQ settings | Graphic EQ / Parametric EQ |
| Delay calculator | Yes (cm and inches) |
| Delay units | Centimeters / Inches / Milliseconds |
| Custom Linking Settings | Copy & Merge (Delay / EQ / Filters / Volume) |
| Input sensitivity settings | -6dB, -3dB, 0dB, +3dB, +6dB |
| Password protection for presets | Yes |
| Full screen mode | Yes |
| EQ band gain | Each band: -12dB – +12dB |
| Adjustable Q-value | 0.1 – 12 |
| Languages | English, German, Spanish, Chinese |
| Adjustable EQ frequency range | 20Hz – 20kHz |
| Single channel amplification | 0dB – -59dB |
| Global volume control | 0dB – -28dB |
| Channel naming | Yes (for each channel) |