--- product_id: 11640715 title: "XLi 3500 Power Amp" brand: "crown" price: "A$2042" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Crown" url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/11640715-xli-3500-power-amp store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # 2700W peak power output Low power draw, under 700W at full load Forced air cooling for silent operation XLi 3500 Power Amp **Brand:** crown **Price:** A$2042 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Power Meets Precision β€” Own the Sound, Rule the Room! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** XLi 3500 Power Amp by crown - **How much does it cost?** A$2042 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/11640715-xli-3500-power-amp) ## Best For - crown enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted crown brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Seamless Integration:** Flexible I/O with switchable input sensitivity and RCA inputs for effortless connection to any audio system. - β€’ **Pro-Grade Reliability:** Built tough with stainless steel housing and backed by Crown’s trusted 1-year warranty for peace of mind. - β€’ **Whisper-Quiet Cooling:** Advanced forced air cooling keeps your amp cool and silent, perfect for home or pro setups. - β€’ **Energy-Efficient Beast:** Delivers massive power while consuming less energy than a standard hair dryerβ€”eco-smart and wallet-friendly. - β€’ **Unmatched Power Delivery:** Crank up to 1350W per channel at 4Ω for jaw-dropping sound clarity and volume. ## Overview The Crown XLi3500 is a professional-grade two-channel power amplifier delivering 1350 watts per channel at 4 ohms, with a bridged output of 2700 watts at 8 ohms. Designed for DJs, PA systems, and stage use, it features forced air cooling for silent operation, flexible input options including RCA and switchable sensitivity, and impressively low power consumption under 700 watts at full load. Its robust stainless steel build ensures durability, making it a top-tier choice for both home audio enthusiasts and professional sound engineers seeking powerful, crystal-clear amplification with energy efficiency. ## Description From the manufacturer Crown XLi 3500 Crown Audio is one of the industry leader in amplified sound. Crown makes amps for cinema venues, installed sites, touring rigs, portable PA and commercial audio. With over 67 years of focus on innovation and providing the best user experience, Crown Audio is continually raising the bar in audio amplification. Two-channel, 1350W at 4Ω Power Amplifier The XLi Series of power amplifiers from Crown represents a new era in affordable, quality power amplification. All four models in the series are powerful, rugged and reliable. They are suited for musicians, DJs, and entertainers as well as houses of worship, discos, and pubs. RCA and XLR inputs User selectable input sensitivity: 0.775V and 1.4V Stereo/parallel/bridge-mono mode Efficient forced-air cooling prevents excessive thermal buildup Two level controls, power switch, power LED, and six LEDs which indicate signal presence, clip and fault for each channel Protection against shorts, no-load, on/off thumps and radio-frequency interference Key Features The Crown XLi 3500 Stereo Power Amplifier features both RCA and XLR inputs as well as Speakon and binding post outputs. The amplifier includes a user selectable input sensitivity of 0.755V or 1.4V, stereo/parallel-bridge-mono modes, power/fault/signal presence/clip LED indicators, forced air cooling, and protection against shorts, no-load, on/off thumps, and interference from radio frequencies in the environment. Affordable, reliable powernology or used as a complement to Dante Drawing from over six decades of experience in building amplifiers, the XLi 2500 is capable of delivering 750W per channel at 4 ohms, 500W per channel at 8 ohms, and 1500W at 8 ohms in bridged-mono mode. Extended 6 Year Coverage This protects you for a specific period from your date of purchase as stated in your bill of sale or as otherwise established by Harman. The coverage period will be extended to 6 years. Except as otherwise stated in this policy, this covers defects in materials and workmanship if: (1) you purchased this product from a dealer that is a Harman Professional authorized dealer with respect to this product at the time of your purchase; (2) your original, dated bill of sale is presented whenever service is required during the period; and (3) unless Harman states otherwise, you purchased this product in brand new condition. Review: Powerful amplifier - Perfect product. Review: Ludicrous Speed - I recently replaced my Rotel RB-1090 with (2) Crown XLI2500's. I am DEFINITELY a "Home Audio" to "Pro Audio" convert! Everything that applies to the XLI2500 applies to the 3500's as well....... PLUS some benefits.....Please read my review here... then come back.... https://www.desertcart.com/gp/review/R1XNYNCQ20NP8B?ref_=glimp_1rv_cl if you read my review on the 2500's you might ask...why in the world would you upgrade?? TWO reasons...... FIRST REASON: On some hard hitting Jazz tracks that are very demanding.....while sipping on an adult beverage....and playing it at UNREAL levels...(about the 11:30) position on the volume knob.....ONE of the CLIP lights on ONE of the channels on ONE of the amps started to flicker. The sound never changed.....it remained crystal clear.....but....it showed me that to go any further (crazy) I needed to dial back the Amp's outputs just a "smidge"....or......turn off the "loudness" button on the pre-amp.......or take some low end out of the EQ. As we all serious listeners know....this is par for the course at "some level" and perfectly acceptable and no reflection on the Amp. Which brings me to the...... SECOND REASON: I was able to send the 2500's back and upgrade to the 3500's since I only had the priors for a week. I happen to like the Loudness button ON! It imparts a sonic "punch and sizzle" that goes missing when turned off. You can play with the controls all day long .....but it does not impart the PUNCH the loudness circuit does. I also like my settings just where they are. I do not want to have to "adjust settings" at extreme levels any more. I want the settings that I like to remain at ANY volume.......and be PERFECT. (is that asking too much) 3500 PLUS BENEFITS: I did not order the 3500's to begin with because I was afraid with 1000 watts plus.....there might be a "buzz" and I was also concerned about power consumption. There is ZERO buzz or noise. Also....at full rated power the Amps only consume 700 watts each! That's less than a hair dryer! The 3500's are a tad smoother than the 2500's. It was hard to believe at first....but the reason is because there is SO MUCH reserve power that it plays demanding passages like they were BUDDA! (butter) lol I played the same tracks anxiously to see what the capabilities of these monsters were. I can tell you PROBLEM SOLVED!! I went PAST the clip point (2500's) with the same settings at an UNREAL level that is absolutely crazy and everything stayed smooooth, crystal clear and zero clip lights. I never listen to music at this extreme level because I want to keep my hearing! But now I KNOW I have the ULTIMATE in Home Audio and that no matter what I throw at them my Amps are laughing at me because that is ALL I can take! Concerned about these 2 Monster Amps drawing too much amperage on a dedicated 20 amp circuit,,,,I pulled my electrical panel and placed my Amp Meter on the circuit to measure Amp draw. At about the 9:30 position on the volume dial.....with a bass heavy track....and the house shaking from extremely loud sound pressures....the amp draw was......are you ready for this.......between 1.83 and 3.4 amps!! WOW! That's 2 Amps! The Amps remain cool as a cucumber and act as if nothing is happening in the room! THAT is how I want my Amps to act! lol The power these monsters make is "ludicrous speed" !! (Reference to the movie Space Balls)! If you have seen this Movie you know what I am talking about! If you have not seen it.....you really should.....it will make you laugh and forget about this crazy world for a while:) (plus you will know what I am talking about)! You CANNOT go wrong with either the 2500 or 3500 series in a Home audio setting. I am sure the 3500 will handle even the most demanding Pro Audio demands as well. The amps are silent, crystal clear, have a big open sound stage that keeps opening the more power you apply, run very cool and consume very little power. They blow away Home Amps.....for a LOT LESS coin! So after all these years.....my "bucket list" of owning LUDICROUS SPEED power amplifiers is finally fulfilled;) If you desire an amplifier that is "yawning and reading the paper" while you are rocking the entire neighborhood......well my friends.....spend 550 bucks and put a Crown XLI3500 under your audio systems hood.......GT:) ## Features - 1350W Continuous/ch at 4 ohms - 2-channel Power Amplifier - Selectable input voltage - Forced air cooling - with Flexible I/O ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00AR0A4KY | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,271 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #17 in Power Amplifiers | | Brand Name | Crown | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 83 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00871015006307, 00871015006925 | | Included Components | Amplifier | | Item Dimensions | 14.4 x 19 x 3.5 inches | | Item Type Name | Two-Channel, 1350W AT 4Ω Power Amplifier | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 14.4 x 19 x 3.5 inches | | Manufacturer | Crown | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Maximum Supply Voltage | 120 Volts (AC) | | Minimum Supply Voltage | 120 Volts (AC) | | Model | XLI 3500 | | Mounting Type | Surface Mount | | Number of Channels | 2 | | Output Power | 1350 Watts | | Package Type Name | cardboard box | | Part Number | XLI 3500 | | Specification Met | CE, FCC, RoHS, WEEE | | Supply Current | 0.01 Amps | | UPC | 013088410302 632317251938 750408384621 632317254236 714573520086 871015006925 871015006307 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 120 Volts | | Warranty Description | Crown international, 1718 west mishawaka road, elkhart, indiana 46517-4095 u.s.a. warrants to you, the originalpurchaser and any subsequentowner of each new crown1 product, for a period of one (1) year from thedate of purchaseby the original purchaser (the "warranty period") that the new crown product is free of defects inmaterials and workmanship, and we further warrant the new crown product rega… | ## Product Details - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 14.4 x 19 x 3.5 inches - **Manufacturer:** Crown - **Maximum Supply Voltage:** 120 Volts (AC) - **Minimum Supply Voltage:** 120 Volts (AC) - **Voltage:** 120 Volts ## Images ![XLi 3500 Power Amp - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61WFYu5ZM-L.jpg) ![XLi 3500 Power Amp - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51lcCuDWlZL.jpg) ![XLi 3500 Power Amp - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31ZClusXAfL.jpg) ![XLi 3500 Power Amp - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51DyO5+AuNL.jpg) ![XLi 3500 Power Amp - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41ubcUgf+iL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: will these crown xli series amplifiers work well for home theater use or would the fan noise be to much** A: I am using it in a home theater application. There is no fan noise at all. The Crown XLI series amplifiers are a great choice when considering a pro amp for home theater use. After finally getting one I wouldn't even think of getting anything else. **Q: 4 - 100 watt speakers at 8ohms each. They are 360 watt peak each. Is this amp enough for these speakers. amp to speaker then spkr to speaker on ea ch.** A: The output of the XLI 800 @ 8 ohms is 200 W per channel x 2 channels=400W. In my opinion this model is not the proper size for 4 100 watt speakers. Upgrading to the 1500, would be a better match. **Q: Is it possible to power car subwoofers with this amp?** A: Yes it is. I have a 2.1 stereo in my house. I've been powering a JBL W12 GTi MKII with my xli 3500 for years. Of course the amp is in my house and not in a car. **Q: Why does my amp keep shutting off when I turn it on and all I have are two electra-voice 15" passive speakers with gain set about 40 percent?** A: There are many variables that could be causing this but the bottom line is it's most likely a short somewhere in the system. Disconnect the speaker wires from the back of the amp and try turning it on. If it shuts off immediately the problem is somewhere in the amp. If it stays on there's a short and either the wires or the speakers or the speaker cabinets somewhere along that line ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Powerful amplifier *by K***M on March 29, 2026* Perfect product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ludicrous Speed *by G***. on April 28, 2017* I recently replaced my Rotel RB-1090 with (2) Crown XLI2500's. I am DEFINITELY a "Home Audio" to "Pro Audio" convert! Everything that applies to the XLI2500 applies to the 3500's as well....... PLUS some benefits.....Please read my review here... then come back.... https://www.amazon.com/gp/review/R1XNYNCQ20NP8B?ref_=glimp_1rv_cl if you read my review on the 2500's you might ask...why in the world would you upgrade?? TWO reasons...... FIRST REASON: On some hard hitting Jazz tracks that are very demanding.....while sipping on an adult beverage....and playing it at UNREAL levels...(about the 11:30) position on the volume knob.....ONE of the CLIP lights on ONE of the channels on ONE of the amps started to flicker. The sound never changed.....it remained crystal clear.....but....it showed me that to go any further (crazy) I needed to dial back the Amp's outputs just a "smidge"....or......turn off the "loudness" button on the pre-amp.......or take some low end out of the EQ. As we all serious listeners know....this is par for the course at "some level" and perfectly acceptable and no reflection on the Amp. Which brings me to the...... SECOND REASON: I was able to send the 2500's back and upgrade to the 3500's since I only had the priors for a week. I happen to like the Loudness button ON! It imparts a sonic "punch and sizzle" that goes missing when turned off. You can play with the controls all day long .....but it does not impart the PUNCH the loudness circuit does. I also like my settings just where they are. I do not want to have to "adjust settings" at extreme levels any more. I want the settings that I like to remain at ANY volume.......and be PERFECT. (is that asking too much) 3500 PLUS BENEFITS: I did not order the 3500's to begin with because I was afraid with 1000 watts plus.....there might be a "buzz" and I was also concerned about power consumption. There is ZERO buzz or noise. Also....at full rated power the Amps only consume 700 watts each! That's less than a hair dryer! The 3500's are a tad smoother than the 2500's. It was hard to believe at first....but the reason is because there is SO MUCH reserve power that it plays demanding passages like they were BUDDA! (butter) lol I played the same tracks anxiously to see what the capabilities of these monsters were. I can tell you PROBLEM SOLVED!! I went PAST the clip point (2500's) with the same settings at an UNREAL level that is absolutely crazy and everything stayed smooooth, crystal clear and zero clip lights. I never listen to music at this extreme level because I want to keep my hearing! But now I KNOW I have the ULTIMATE in Home Audio and that no matter what I throw at them my Amps are laughing at me because that is ALL I can take! Concerned about these 2 Monster Amps drawing too much amperage on a dedicated 20 amp circuit,,,,I pulled my electrical panel and placed my Amp Meter on the circuit to measure Amp draw. At about the 9:30 position on the volume dial.....with a bass heavy track....and the house shaking from extremely loud sound pressures....the amp draw was......are you ready for this.......between 1.83 and 3.4 amps!! WOW! That's 2 Amps! The Amps remain cool as a cucumber and act as if nothing is happening in the room! THAT is how I want my Amps to act! lol The power these monsters make is "ludicrous speed" !! (Reference to the movie Space Balls)! If you have seen this Movie you know what I am talking about! If you have not seen it.....you really should.....it will make you laugh and forget about this crazy world for a while:) (plus you will know what I am talking about)! You CANNOT go wrong with either the 2500 or 3500 series in a Home audio setting. I am sure the 3500 will handle even the most demanding Pro Audio demands as well. The amps are silent, crystal clear, have a big open sound stage that keeps opening the more power you apply, run very cool and consume very little power. They blow away Home Amps.....for a LOT LESS coin! So after all these years.....my "bucket list" of owning LUDICROUS SPEED power amplifiers is finally fulfilled;) If you desire an amplifier that is "yawning and reading the paper" while you are rocking the entire neighborhood......well my friends.....spend 550 bucks and put a Crown XLI3500 under your audio systems hood.......GT:) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ GREAT FOR SUBS BUT CHECK THE POWER CONNECTION *by G***. on June 24, 2022* OK so many have told me I'm imagining things so I decided to show the proof. My XLi3500 came with a 20 amp socket for the power cord. Luckily it also came with an unusual power cord hat has the 20 amp connecter on the amp end but a regular 15 amp (standard wall socket) plug on the wall end. I don't have 20 amp sockets in my house so I can't use my big aftermarket power cords. Pangea makes one for this but it's a few hundred bux. The amp doesn't have feet so I used the heavy duty rubber feet for washing machines, Amazon has several to choose from and they are every bit as good as expensive 'audiophile' feet. This amp has some hiss at the tweeter on full range speakers, it get loud without strain of course but it's not a hifi amp by any means. For big subs it is in command, it puts out tons of current to my two Dayton Ultimax 18s in the theater room. For loud movies it's too much power, I have the gains down below the 12 o'clock position and still turned my processor sub level down about 4db. The fan is inaudible with music playing, quieter than my AC vents when they are blowing. If you need a cost effective stereo amp go with the XLi2500 or XLS1502 / XLS2002, they all have more power than anyone will need for music. The lightweight XLS series sounds night and day better than the XLi series with music/movies and you can put five XLS amps in a room without tripping breakers as might happen with several big XLi amps. Some say the XLi series is a big step up when driving subs but keep in mind you can't bridge them on a 4 ohm sub. They will of course power a pair of 4 ohm subs no problem. I had a pair of XLS2502 amps each one bridged on a single Ultimax 18 and I can't say the XLi3500 powering these two subs in stereo is night and day better, time will tell. I am a big Crown fan but the QSC GX5 sounds better for full range music and they now have very quiet fans compared to about 8 years back. ## Frequently Bought Together - Crown Two-Channel, 1350W at 4Ω Power Amplifier, Black, 1350-Watts (XLi3500) - Yuyaokk 2Pack 10 ft Male Speakon to Speakon Cables, Professional 12 Guage AWG Audio Cord DJ Speaker Cable Wire with Twist Lock - 2 Conductor. - Devinal Professional SpeakOn Speaker Adapter Connectors 4 Pole Plug Twist Lock Compatible with Neutrik Speakon NA4LJ, NA4LJX, NL4MP, NL4MPR, NL4FC, NL4FX, NL4 Series, Speak-On- 4 Pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/11640715-xli-3500-power-amp](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/11640715-xli-3500-power-amp) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*