QTX Amplifiers
QTX amplifiers here include compact digital stereo amps with microphone inputs and rack-mounting power amplifiers in the Q and QA series. The page also carries an active PA cabinet with a built-in amplifier and a 12 inch portable PA system that comes with VHF wireless microphones. Pick a Q series rack amp for venues, DJs and performers, or a compact amp with mic inputs for domestic or commercial use.
- Portable Power£ 203 87RRP: £219.04
QTX: 178.512UK, Active PA Cabinet, 720W Peak, 12" Woofer, Bluetooth, USB/SD, Built-in Amplifier
Portable£ 177 94RRP: £191.18Fast delivery Mon, 19 Oct- Bluetooth Enabled£ 58 96RRP: £63.35Fast delivery Mon, 19 Oct
QTX: 103.120UK, Digital Stereo Amplifier, 55W Max Output, Compact, 2 Mic Inputs, 230Vac
Compact Design£ 49 94RRP: £53.65Fast delivery Mon, 19 OctQTX: 172.025UK, QA Series Power Amplifier, 1000W, Dual Channel, Rack Mountable
High Power£ 192 29RRP: £206.60Fast delivery Mon, 19 OctQTX: 172.020UK, QA Series Dual Channel Power Amplifier, 400W RMS, 19" Rack Mountable
High Power£ 113 81RRP: £122.28Fast delivery Mon, 19 OctQTX: 172.055UK, Q Series Stereo Power Amplifier, 1000W, Rack-Mountable, <0.5% THD
Reliable Power£ 180 98RRP: £194.44Fast delivery Mon, 19 Oct- High Performance£ 137 26RRP: £147.47Fast delivery Mon, 19 Oct
- 480W Power£ 124 01RRP: £133.24Fast delivery Mon, 19 Oct
QTX: 172.051UK, Q Series Stereo Power Amplifier, 240W, 2U Rack Mount, Fan Cooled
£ 93 52RRP: £100.48Fast delivery Mon, 19 Oct
Choosing QTX Amplifiers
Decide whether you need a power amplifier for separate speakers, a compact amplifier with microphone inputs, or a speaker with the amplifier built in.
Q series stereo power amplifiers
Q series amplifiers are 19" rack-mountable stereo units, 2U high and fan cooled, for venues, DJs and performers. They take 6.3mm jack or RCA inputs and give SPK, 6.3mm jack or 4mm post outputs, and the series runs from the 240W 172.051UK to the 1000W 172.055UK, with the 172.052UK at 480W and the 172.054UK at 600W.
QA series dual channel amplifiers
The QA series 172.020UK and 172.025UK are dual channel power amplifiers with overheat and overload protection, balanced and unbalanced inputs and several input and output connection types, in a 2U 19" rack case. The 172.020UK is rated 400W RMS and the 172.025UK 1000W.
Compact amplifiers with microphone inputs
The 103.120UK and 103.122UK are Class D digital stereo amplifiers giving 55W max per side, with 2 x 6.3mm microphone inputs and rotary controls for mic volume, tone and echo. The 103.120UK has four selectable inputs, three stereo RCA inputs plus a 3.5mm input on the front panel, while the 103.122UK has three selectable stereo inputs, Bluetooth, and a built-in media player with USB and SD inputs and an FM receiver. The two amplifiers connect speakers by spring clip terminals.
Amplified PA speakers
For a speaker with the amplifier inside, the 178.512UK Quest active PA cabinet has an inbuilt class-AB amplifier, a USB and SD media player with FM tuner and Bluetooth, an XLR line output and an output for a passive speaker to make a 2-speaker PA system. The 178.847UK QRPA portable PA includes VHF handheld wireless microphones and runs from mains or a rechargeable battery.
| Need | Example | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Mic and music in one compact amp | 103.122UK | Bluetooth, USB and SD player, FM |
| Rack amp for a DJ or venue | 172.054UK | 600W, 2U, fan cooled |
| Dual channel with protection | 172.020UK | 400W RMS, balanced inputs |
| 1000W stereo rack amp | 172.055UK | 2U, jack or RCA inputs |
| PA with wireless mics | 178.847UK | VHF handhelds, battery or mains |
Related categories
See the full QTX range, QTX microphones, QTX drivers and QTX LED lights. Add speakers, or compare mixer amplifiers and power amplifiers in the audio and visual department.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the QTX Q and QA series?
The Q series are stereo power amplifiers for venues, DJs and performers, with 6.3mm jack or RCA inputs, SPK, 6.3mm jack or 4mm post outputs, and fan cooling. The QA series 172.020UK and 172.025UK are dual channel amplifiers with balanced and unbalanced inputs and overheat and overload protection. The Q and QA models are 2U high and mount in a 19" rack.
Which QTX amplifier should I choose?
Pick by how it will be used: a rack-mounted power amplifier, a compact amplifier with microphone inputs, or a PA cabinet with the amplifier built in. For venues, DJs and performers, the 600W 172.054UK is a Q series stereo amplifier that mounts in a 19" rack. The 103.122UK is a compact Class D amplifier with two microphone inputs, Bluetooth and a built-in media player, and the 178.512UK Quest active PA cabinet has an inbuilt class-AB amplifier.
Can I plug microphones straight into a QTX amplifier?
Yes, the 103.120UK and 103.122UK compact amplifiers have 2 x 6.3mm microphone inputs with rotary controls for mic volume, tone and echo effects, while Master Volume, Treble and Bass rotaries set the overall output. The 178.512UK active PA cabinet also has microphone and line level inputs with independent volume settings, and its connection options include jack, XLR, RCA and minijack.
Can the QTX Quest active PA cabinet drive a second speaker?
Yes, the internal amplifier of the 178.512UK has an output for a passive speaker, making a convenient 2-speaker PA system. The cabinet also has an XLR line output, treble and bass tone controls, a USB and SD player for mp3 tracks that also works as an FM tuner or Bluetooth receiver, rear wheels and a 35mm pole mount socket for stand mounting.
Does the QTX portable PA come with wireless microphones?
Yes, the 178.847UK QRPA portable PA includes VHF handheld wireless microphones. It also has Bluetooth to pair with smartphones and tablets, auxiliary and wired microphone inputs, and a built-in media player with USB and SD. The 178.847UK runs from mains or a rechargeable battery and has wheels and a retractable handle for events on the go.
Why buy from West Midlands Electrics
- Established 1975
- Birmingham trade counter
- UK-only supply
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