Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
DS18 and car audio legend Steve Meade team up to design a whole line of high-performance amplifiers, delivering tons of power for serious audio systems. And they look great, too, with integrated LED lighting and acrylic tops.
DS18 SMD amplifiers: crutchfield.com/i-rYTVc33Q/shopsearch/ds18_smd.html
The stunning design is what you'll notice first. The SMD amps feature a clear acrylic top, which showcases the high-quality internal components. Built-in LED lighting enhances the effect, and you can set the lighting a number of different ways for different looks.
And then there's power. These amps really bring it, with mono amps that reach 8500 watts RMS and also 4- and 5-channel models with power to spare. They're designed with the SPL enthusiast in mind, but they also feature some nice tone-shaping tools for music lovers.
If you're planning a custom build and want to show it off after you're done, DS18 and Steve Meade Designs have the amps for you.
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Video chapters:
0:00 DS18 and Steve Meade collaboration
0:54 Lots of power, great looks
1:11 Specs: SMD-200.4AB
1:25 Specs: SMD-300.4AB
1:34 Specs: SMD-500.4AB
1:45 Specs: SMD-2800.5
2:04 Specs: SMD-2000.1D
2:14 Specs: SMD-3000.1D
2:22 Specs: SMD-5000.1D
2:31 Specs: SMD-8500.1D
2:51 Stunning design with high-quality internal components
3:55 Customizable LED lighting
4:21 Built-in voltmeter
4:40 Clipping indicators for easy gain setting
4:59 Class AB design on 4- and 5-channel amps
5:16 Advanced cooling system
5:28 High damping factor
5:40 Sound-shaping tools and bass knob
6:09 Frequency range
6:21 Electrical considerations
7:29 Mono amps can run in tandem with each other for insane power
7:51 Designed with enthusiasts in mind
8:12 Recap
DS18 and car audio legend Steve Meade team up to design a whole line of high-performance amplifiers, delivering tons of power for serious audio systems. And they look great, too, with integrated LED lighting and acrylic tops.
DS18 SMD amplifiers: crutchfield.com/i-rYTVc33Q/shopsearch/ds18_smd.html
The stunning design is what you'll notice first. The SMD amps feature a clear acrylic top, which showcases the high-quality internal components. Built-in LED lighting enhances the effect, and you can set the lighting a number of different ways for different looks.
And then there's power. These amps really bring it, with mono amps that reach 8500 watts RMS and also 4- and 5-channel models with power to spare. They're designed with the SPL enthusiast in mind, but they also feature some nice tone-shaping tools for music lovers.
If you're planning a custom build and want to show it off after you're done, DS18 and Steve Meade Designs have the amps for you.
Crutchfield, America's trusted electronics specialist since 1974, has award-winning customer service, free lifetime tech support, and free shipping on most orders. Shop for all your audio and video needs at Crutchfield.com and sign up for the catalog and email newsletter at crutchfield.com
See more home and car electronics videos on our channel: youtube.com/user/crutchfieldtv
Video chapters:
0:00 DS18 and Steve Meade collaboration
0:54 Lots of power, great looks
1:11 Specs: SMD-200.4AB
1:25 Specs: SMD-300.4AB
1:34 Specs: SMD-500.4AB
1:45 Specs: SMD-2800.5
2:04 Specs: SMD-2000.1D
2:14 Specs: SMD-3000.1D
2:22 Specs: SMD-5000.1D
2:31 Specs: SMD-8500.1D
2:51 Stunning design with high-quality internal components
3:55 Customizable LED lighting
4:21 Built-in voltmeter
4:40 Clipping indicators for easy gain setting
4:59 Class AB design on 4- and 5-channel amps
5:16 Advanced cooling system
5:28 High damping factor
5:40 Sound-shaping tools and bass knob
6:09 Frequency range
6:21 Electrical considerations
7:29 Mono amps can run in tandem with each other for insane power
7:51 Designed with enthusiasts in mind
8:12 Recap
