Goldhorn - The Gold Standard In Car Audio
Found in 2004, Goldhorn Electronics is arguably the leading car audio solutions provider in China. With over a quarter of a century of experience in hi-fi audio technology, automotive electronics and mobile technology; Goldhorn engineers are dedicated to reproducing each and every nuance and subtlety of the original recording within the acoustically challenging vehicular environment. Apart from its strong research and development team, Goldhorn also has its own factory, sales and service team. Ergo it can deliver unrivaled acoustics and service at affordable prices. That's why the Goldhorn brand continues to sweep through the high-end car audio market throughout the world.

DSP/AMP Series – The Multitool Of High Resolution Audio
Unlike the vehicles of last century, modern ones feature complex audio systems; often with channels aplenty. These channels are usually monitored by the vehicle's computer system, and many are also heavily processed. Hence when you start planning your audio upgrades you cannot just lob any old device in there. You're going to need components designed specifically for the task. An amplifier with plenty of channels both in and out, and with plenty of processing too. And because there's minimal spare real estate in many a modern vehicle, it'll need to be compact too. Luckily electronics maestro Goldhorn has already though of all this, as demonstrated by its superb DSP/AMP range of units.

Design Ideologies
Enjoy unmatched audio precision with Goldhorn’s award winning DSPA series components. Talk about power and performance combined! The Goldhorn DSPA 1216 PLUS brings together a twenty-four channel processor with a twelve channel class AB amplifier, designed for exceptional audio quality. With twelve high-level outputs and sixteen RCA outputs, this unit provides versatility for a variety of configurations. Featuring advanced voltage build-up technology it delivers consistent power, ensuring reliable performance. Ideal for those wanting high-quality audio upgrades without breaking the budget, the DSPA 1216 PLUS guarantees a transformative listening experience.

High Fidelity Streaming
Experience seamless Bluetooth connectivity with integrated Bluetooth 5.0, complete with aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC support. This feature ensures high-quality audio streaming for a pure listening experience, whether you’re connected to your smartphone or other devices. The advanced aptX codecs provide near lossless quality, making every note and beat crystal clear. You can enjoy your favorite music with wireless convenience without compromising sound quality.

Flexibility For Advanced Setups
The DSPA series designs support various installation needs, including three-way active crossover setups. Their thirty-one band equaliser gives you full control over sound adjustments, enabling precise tuning for any vehicle environment. This flexibility is perfect for both enthusiasts looking to customize their setup and professionals requiring advanced sound control. With dedicated RCA outputs, these components deliver detailed and balanced audio across all channels.

Built For Reliability
Designed with error protection system (EPS), the DSPA units safeguard your system for long-lasting durability. The compact and robust design ensures it fits into tight installation spaces while maintaining optimal performance. Goldhorn’s commitment to quality engineering means each component is made for reliability and efficiency. With this combination of protection and design, you can be confident in the durability and stability of your system.

Design Features
The rich heritage of this astute and masterful designer, together with its ever-increasing technical acumen; is conducive to these components featuring a vast array of impressive design ideologies and latest technological advancements. Let’s canvas of these in more depth.

Advanced Sound Customisation
The Goldhorn DSPA series all feature a multi-band digital sound processor, allowing for fine-tuning audio output to match any environment. This capability provides full control over sound settings, letting users optimise their audio experience based on personal preferences or unique installation setups. The detailed control ensures every frequency range can be adjusted for the perfect balance, making these units suitable for both casual listeners and audio enthusiasts.

Top Class Sound Quality
With their class AB amplifiers delivering power aplenty, the DSPA range ensures consistent, high-quality audio performance. The class AB design balances efficiency and sound quality, maintaining clarity even at high volume levels. This combination enhances their car audio system without sacrificing reliability or performance.

High Fidelity Streaming
Via Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD. The DSPA series are equipped with Bluetooth 5.0, providing seamless wireless audio streaming with aptX HD support. The aptX HD codec delivers near-lossless audio quality, making it ideal for streaming high-resolution audio files from compatible devices. This feature ensures users can enjoy a premium listening experience without wired connections, enhancing convenience without compromising sound quality.

Ease Of Connectivity
The DSPA range’s Bluetooth functionality makes connecting to smartphones, tablets or other Bluetooth-enabled devices simple. Pairing is quick and straightforward, allowing users to start streaming music in seconds. This feature is handy for those who want to enjoy their music library or streaming services on the go without the need for complex wiring.

Flexible Audio System Configurations
The DSPA series units support advanced audio setups, including a multiple-way active crossover configuration. This capability allows users to set up a dedicated tweeter, midrange and woofer for a richer and more detailed audio experience. These units also ensure optimal sound quality across all frequencies, providing a professional-grade listening experience by enabling separate amplification for each speaker type.

Multiple Output Channels
With a whole swag of low-level and high-level outputs, the DSPA units offer extensive flexibility for audio system expansion. This range of outputs allows users to connect multiple amplifiers or speakers, catering to both simple and complex audio systems. The variety of output options makes it easy to create a custom audio solution that fits the user’s specific needs.

Signal Summing Capabilities
The DSPA PLUS units include signal-summing capabilities, which are especially useful when integrated into factory systems with frequency-divided outputs. Signal summing allows these divided signals to be combined, ensuring the entire audio spectrum is available for sound processing. This feature is crucial for getting the most out of OEM systems where speaker outputs are limited in the frequency range. The result is a fuller, more balanced sound optimized across all channels.

Owning The Show
For show cars and competition-grade audio systems, where precision and impact are critical; the DSPA series units delivers both in droves. The advanced DSP features allow for fine-tuning that meets the exacting standards of competitive audio events, ensuring your system performs at its best under any conditions.

The Components Within
High-performance doesn’t just mean fudging the numbers on the specification sheet. No, high-performance intrinsically means you need to employ serious high quality components. This is one area Goldhorn doesn’t disappoint. Some of the quality goodies packed within these units are:
– DSP chip set: 1 x ADI ADAU1452.
– DAC chip set: 1 x TI PCM1690.
– ADC chip set: 2 x TI PCM1840.
– Opamp: Nisshinbo NJM4580 & TI MC33078.
– Capacitors: Wima high temperature electrolytic film Caps, for high reliability to 105° C.

Electrical Specifications
– Nominal configuration: twelve channel class AB amplifier with twenty-four channel processor
– Continuous power @ 4 Ohms: 8 x 50 + 4 x 100 Watts
– Continuous power @ 2 Ohms: 8 x 80 + 4 x 150 Watts
– Frequency response: 20 Hz – 40000 Hz
– Total harmonic distortion: 0.03 %
– Damping factor: 100
– Signal-to-noise ratio: 100 dB

Physical Specifications
– Length: 331 mm
– Width: 217 mm
– Height: 43 mm
– Weight: 1.8 kg

Documentation
– Software download
– Technical sheet
– User manual

Important Disclaimers
Given the dynamic nature of electronics industries these days; below are listed some very important specifics you need to be aware of.

Brand Authorization And Stock Sourcing
We are a fully authorised Australian dealer of this brand and all stock is sourced through legitimate channels. It therefore enjoys full Australian warranty, backing and support.

Pricing Structure
Whilst we endeavor to offer the best price possible, we ask that if you do find a better price elsewhere from an authorised dealer; please contact us. Also be aware that we regularly conduct group buys and sales, therefore pricing can sometimes be subject to change without notice.

Stock Structure
Being a dynamic store is conducive to our inventory constantly changing. We list only a small portion of our stable online, usually products most popular. Aside from these we also stock numerous other variants and configurations of these products, hence if you don’t see what you’re after please contact us.

Shipping
All our products are shipped with registered and insured postage. Upon ordering you’ll be issued with a receipt, a consignment note via which you can track your order, and we’ll also SMS you photos of the package for identification purposes.

Technical support
This last one we cannot emphasise enough! Please contact us if you require any further information or assistance with the setup and use of this product, especially pertaining to aspects more technical. As we want you to get the very best from this product.