AudioControl’s Matrix Plus 6-channel line driver will ensure that your sound processors and power amplifiers receive strong, clean signals to perform their best. Many car receivers boast 4- and 5-volt preamp outputs, but that’s at full power. Turn it down to a normal volume level, send the signal through fifteen feet of RCA cabling, and your amps may end up with just a couple of volts — not enough for good clean amplification. Enter the Matrix Plus.

Boost that signal

The Matrix Plus boosts the signal from your receiver up to 24 dB, right up to the maximum level accepted by your amplifier or processor. The high-voltage level keeps the noise out of your system, while feeding your amps the signal they need to deliver top performance. The Matrix is designed with three sets of inputs and outputs for the traditional front/rear/sub setup, but it can also be used in different situations to boost the signals of up to three separate 2-channel source units — like aftermarket CD, DVD players, or gaming consoles — if needed.

Level-setting with LED indicators

AudioControl makes it easy: turn up the gain knobs until the lights indicate the output levels you want, and you’re all set. Lights show you when you’ve achieved a 1-volt, a 2-volt, or a 5-volt RMS output. “Maximized” lights let you know that you’re at top volume and may need to back off on the gain. Balanced inputs reject noise caused by your vehicle’s electrical system, but you can switch to unbalanced operation if necessary. The optional dash-mounted ACR-1 wired remote allows you to conveniently adjust the volume while you’re on the go.

• 6-channel line driver
• provides up to 24 dB of gain (9.5 volt RMS maximum)
• top-mounted controls for easy adjustment
• three sets of RCA balanced inputs and outputs eliminate noise (switchable to unbalanced mode)
• lights indicate 1-, 2-, or 5-volt output, plus Maximized indicator
• frequency response: 10 to 100,000 Hz
• signal-to-noise ratio: 110 dB at full output
• optional wired remote level control available (item 161ACR1)
• recommended fuse rating: 1 amp
• size: 6-15/16″W x 1-5/16″H x 8-3/4″D