Parasound 12-Zone Audio Power-Compact, Precise, and Ready
The ZM12 packs twelve channels of powerful amplification into a compact 2U rack unit-perfect for delivering music or voice across multiple rooms without taking up space. It combines robust power with flexibility, making it ideal for home or commercial multi-room sound systems.
The ZM12 powers 12 channels across 6 zones, with Zone 1 at 120 W/ch into 8 Ω (150 W into 4/2 Ω) and Zones 2-6 at 60/100 W. A Class‑AB input stage feeds premium Class‑D modules that are stable at 2 Ω, while A/B speaker outputs per channel (24 total) and stereo/mono per‑zone switching simplify real‑world wiring. Integration is painless with per‑zone audio‑sensing and 12 V triggers plus a speaker‑level input for systems without pre‑outs.
Features
- Parasound’s new ZoneMaster® models are very similar in their feature sets, differing mainly in size and number of channels. Looking for fewer channels? Try ZoneMaster® ZM2 or ZM4.
- Universal amplifier for applications from 60 to 150 watts
- Zone 1 (channel 1&2) are higher power for more demanding applications
- 24 speaker connections (A and B outputs for all 12 channels)
- High current for stable operation at 2 Ohms
- Class AB input stage plus premium Class D power stage
- Independent audio sensing triggers, one for each zone
- 6 Independent 12 volt trigger inputs, one for each zone
- Looping 12 volt trigger outputs for each zone
- Master 12 volt trigger input to turn all zones on-off
- Speaker level input for expanding systems w/out pre out jacks
- Two bus inputs can be routed to any zone
- Bus loop output jacks for passing audio to another amp
- Summed Mono mode combines L and R for single speaker applications
- Separate level controls for all twelve channels
- Detachable speaker connectors accept up to 12 gauge wire
- Short circuit and overheat protection with front panel indicators
- 0.5 watt standby power consumption meets Energy Star & EU specs
- Compact 2U chassis
- 2U rack mounting hardware is included in box<
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SPECIFICATIONS
| Power Output: | Zone 1 (Channel 1-2) 150 watts x 2 @ 42 or 2Ω |
| Power Output | Zone 2-6 (Channels 3-12) 100 watts x 10 @ 42 or 2Ω |
| Minimum Speaker Impedance: | A+B Outputs of a Single Channel: 2 Ω Note: Continuous operation at this minimum impedance might require additional ventilation for the amplifier. |
| Frequency Response: | 20 Hz-20 kHz, +0/-0.25 dB 5 Hz-50 kHz, +0/-3 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion: | < 0.05% at typical listening levels < 1.0% at full power |
| Interchannel Crosstalk: | 70 dB at 20 kHz |
| Total Gain: | 29 dB (Level controls set to Maximum) |
| S/N Ratio: | >112 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted |
| DC Trigger Requirements: | +9 Vdc to +12 Vdc, 5 mA |
| Audio Trigger Requirements: | 2 mV audio signal |
| AC Power Requirement: | 1550 Watts maximum 150 Watts typical (audio playing on all zones) 55 Watts idle (all zones on) 15 Watts idle (one zone on) 0.5 Watts standby 100-250 VAC 50/60 Hz (automatic) |
| Dimensions: | Width: 17.25" (437 mm) Depth: 14.5" (369 mm) Depth, with cables: 16" (406 mm) Height, with feet: 4.15" (105 mm) Height, without feet: 3.5" (89 mm) |
| Weight: | Net: 21 lbs (9.5kg) Shipping: 27 lbs (12.2kg) |