
The Fonestar MAX-480Z is a high-power, multi-zone Public Address (PA) amplifier, ideal for professional installations requiring advanced sound control across multiple areas such as factories, sports facilities, and hospitality venues. It features a high-efficiency Class D amplifier design.
High Power: 480 W RMS output power.
Multi-Zone Control: 5 speaker output zones with individual 7-position volume control and an Off switch (max. 240 W per zone).
Integrated Player: Built-in Bluetooth 5.3/USB/FM player for background music, featuring autoplay and memory for seamless playback.
Priority System: Comprehensive priority system including an Emergency input and mute for alarm systems, and outputs for 24 V Attenuator Priority and 3rd Priority Wire for managing volume during announcements.
Connectivity: Supports speaker outputs for 100 V, 70 V, and 4 Ω lines.
Inputs: Multiple microphone/line inputs (including 5 channels with Phantom 48V), a dedicated input for the optional ZONEMIC-6 zone microphone, and three auxiliary inputs.
Design: Robust, compact, and lightweight design (11 kg). It is a 2 U 19” rack-mountable unit (rack mounts included) with fanless, induction cooling for silent operation.
| Feature | Specification |
| Power | 480 W RMS |
| Response | 45 - 22,000 Hz (-10 dB) |
| Distortion | THD+N: <0.5% at 1 kHz |
| Speaker Outputs | 100 V, 70 V, or 4 Ω; 5 zones of 100 V with 7-position volume selector and OFF |
| Player | Bluetooth 5.3 / USB / FM |
| Inputs | ZONEMIC-6 (RJ45), Remote wall panel (RJ45), 5 x Combo/Euroblock (Mic/Line/Phantom), 3 x AUX (RCA), 1 x Emergency (Euroblock), Mute (contact closure) |
| Impedance | 4 Ω, 100 V (20 Ω), and 70 V (10 Ω) line |
| Power Consumption | 680 W |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 430 x 89 x 320 mm (2 U 19” rack) |
| Weight | 11 kg |