Head-to-head test
Anker SOLIX C1000 vs Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
Anker SOLIX C1000 vs Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2: the Gen 2 is lighter, rated for 4,000 cycles against 3,000 and pushes 2,000W against 1,800W, so buy it unless your loads already sit under 1,800W and you would rather keep the money.
Full profiles: Anker SOLIX C1000 β Β· Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 β
Written by Ian SchneiderUpdated
Solar & Off-Grid Tester, Station Arena Test Desk
Spec deltas
A Truckee night in January is a good way to find out what 200 extra watts are for. The C1000 Gen 2 runs 2,000W continuous, and reviewers say that clears a standard 1,500W space heater with headroomB3. I wouldn't try to heat a cabin overnight on either battery. I'd still want the one that runs the heater without complaint for the half hour I need it.
The rest of the upgrade runs the same direction. The Gen 2 is 3.5 pounds lighter. It is rated for a third more charge cycles. Reviewers clock its wall recharge at about 49 minutes, well under the original's timeB1. It also gets a faster USB-C port that charges a laptop at full speed.
The original keeps a few things. It costs $81 less, holds slightly more and has six AC outlets to the Gen 2's five. Both take the same solar input, both expand, and both carry the same five-year warranty. So the question is whether the Gen 2's improvements are worth the difference to you.
What the Numbers Reveal
Each conclusion stated first β the numbers behind it on one line, the full analysis below.
rated cycles
Usually you trade weight for longevity. The Gen 2 improves both. The extra cycles also spread its higher price over more lifetime energy, so it costs less to own: $0.13 per lifetime kWh against $0.14.
the Gen 2 is rated 4,000 cycles vs the original's 3,000the Gen 2 weighs 24.9 lbs vs the original's 28.4both share the same 600W solar and 5-year warranty
Why it mattersFor a unit you will carry and keep for years, the Gen 2 is the better buy on both counts.
continuous output
The extra output lets it run a 1,500W space heater with headroomB3. A heater at that draw still empties either battery in well under an hour, so the gain is in what it can start, more than how long it runs.
the Gen 2 outputs 2,000W vs the original's 1,800Wthe Gen 2 recharges in about 49 minutes vs the original's 58-80B1the Gen 2 carries a 140W USB-C port vs the original's 100W
Why it mattersIf you run high-draw appliances or refill against a clock, the Gen 2 gives you more.
Capacity
It costs $81 less and holds 32Wh more. It also has the longer field record: a year of use at about 97% of original capacityA2.
the original C1000 costs $449 vs the Gen 2's $530the original holds 1,056Wh vs the Gen 2's 1,024one reviewer ran an original C1000 for a year at ~97% capacityA2
Why it mattersA buyer who doesn't need the Gen 2's speed or extra cycles gives up little by saving the money.
The specific dimensions that decide these two units β everything else is a tie.
What the Specs Don't Tell You
Selected because: Output, charging speed, UPS, and cycle life are where the Gen 2 pulls ahead.
rated cycles
The Gen 2's upgrades are the ones you would notice in a normal week. It sustains 2,000W to the original's 1,800 and surges higher. It is rated to switch to battery in β€10ms against β€20ms, which matters if a desktop PC is plugged in when the power cuts. Add the quicker rechargeB1 and the faster USB-C port.
Both generations share one habit, and it is fan noise. Near-silent under light load, audible during fast charging or heavy outputA1B2. The Gen 2 doesn't fix that. Its quicker recharge does shorten the loudest stretch.
Lifetime Value
Selected because: The $81 premium against the Gen 2 lower cost to own is the core decision.
cost / lifetime kWh
The price tag and the cost of ownership point in opposite directions here. The Gen 2 costs $81 more up front. Its 4,000-cycle battery spreads that over a third more lifetime energy than the original's 3,000. So it lands lower per lifetime kWh, $0.13 against $0.14.
The original still has a case. It nails the fundamentals, fast recharge, a strong inverter and a useful appA3, and one reviewer ran theirs for a year with about 97% of capacity leftA2. If the Gen 2's speed and cycle life don't move you, the original is the cheaper way onto the same platform.
Portability & Form Factor
Selected because: The Gen 2 is 3.5 lbs lighter, a real generational improvement.
weight
The Gen 2 weighs 24.9 pounds to the original's 28.4. That is 3.5 pounds less to carry from the truck, into a trunk or out to a campsite. Both are one-person lifts. The newer one asks less of your back, and it does that while putting out more power.
Growth Path
Selected because: Both expand identically, so it is shared ground.
Here they match. Both take Anker's expansion battery and both accept the same 600W of solar. Expandability is no reason to pick one over the other.
That shapes the verdict. The Gen 2's premium buys refinement. Neither one locks you in at its base capacity.
Strengths & trade-offs
Anker SOLIX C1000
Strengths
- +Costs $81 less
- +Larger battery capacity
Trade-offs
- βShorter-lived battery β rated for 3,000 charge cycles vs the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2's 4,000, so it wears out sooner.
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
Strengths
- +Lighter by 3.5 lb
- +Higher AC output
- +Rated for 4,000 charge cycles β much longer battery lifespan
Trade-offs
- βNo major technical downsides compared to rival.
Will It Power Your Gear?
Scenario math and per-appliance runtimes, modeled from the spec record.
Scenario verdicts
We ran the math on six real-world scenarios. Here's which unit survives your actual life.
SCN-01 Β· 2 nights Β· needs 2,100Wh
Weekend Camping
Two nights off-grid with essential comfort
Neither unit
Neither unit covers this scenario's 2,100Wh: the SOLIX C1000 comes up 1,202Wh short (about 43% covered), the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 1,230Wh (41%). Treat this as partial cover β enough for the essentials in it, not the whole list.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Phone Charger 15WΓ6h Β· LED Lights 40WΓ8h Β· Box Fan 75WΓ14h Β· CPAP Machine 40WΓ16h
SCN-02 Β· 8 hours Β· needs 1,645Wh
8-Hour Blackout
Keep the essentials running through a night without power
Neither unit
Neither covers this outage alone. Each gets a little over halfway. They solve it the same way, with an add-on battery and the same 600W of solar to recharge. For outage planning they are equal, so the decision stays on speed, weight and price.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Fridge 150WΓ8h Β· Router + Modem 20WΓ8h Β· LED Lights (4 bulbs) 40WΓ6h Β· Phone Charger 15WΓ3h
SCN-03 Β· 8 hours Β· needs 320Wh
CPAP Overnight
Sleep therapy without interruption β the #1 medical use case
Either unit
Both run a CPAP night on about a third of the battery. A CPAP is a light draw, so neither should be working hard. Only the Gen 2 publishes a noise figure, which gives it a number on paper. Otherwise it is a tie.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β CPAP Machine 40WΓ8h
SCN-04 Β· 8 hours Β· needs 910Wh
Remote Workday
Full work day off-grid without power anxiety
Neither unit
A laptop, monitor and router day runs both just past empty, the original by a little less thanks to its slightly larger battery. Call it a tie on runtime. The Gen 2 is quicker to top back up at lunch, and it has a 140W USB-C port for the laptop.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Laptop 60WΓ8h Β· External Monitor 30WΓ8h Β· Router + Modem 20WΓ8h Β· Phone Charger 15WΓ2h
SCN-05 Β· 4 hours Β· needs 670Wh
Tailgate Party
Game day power for the crew
Either unit
Both handle game day easily. Since capacity isn't the deciding factor, weight is: at 24.9 lbs the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 is the one you'll be glad you brought. Fan noise under load is worth a listen too β it's audible in the lulls between songs.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Blender 400WΓ0.5h Β· LED TV (55") 80WΓ4h Β· Bluetooth Speaker 15WΓ4h Β· Phone Charger (Γ3) 45WΓ2h
SCN-06 Β· 24 hours Β· needs 4,685Wh
Van Life Daily
A full day of mobile living β the ultimate endurance test
Neither unit
Neither unit covers this scenario's 4,685Wh: the SOLIX C1000 comes up 3,787Wh short (about 19% covered), the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 3,815Wh (19%). This is well outside what either unit is for; the right answer here is a larger station, not a choice between these two.
Battery budget usedlower = more headroom
LOADΒ Β Mini-Fridge 150WΓ24h Β· Laptop 60WΓ4h Β· Phone Charger 15WΓ3h Β· LED Lights 40WΓ5h Β· Fan 75WΓ8h
The Load Test
RUNTIME = (Wh Γ 0.85) Γ· LOAD
None of the scenarios above exactly yours? Build it. Toggle what you'd plug in; both units are tested against the combined draw.
Essentials
Comfort & Convenience
High-Draw Appliances
Test duration
8h
Continuous draw
205W
Projected runtime
Dead heat β both run this 205W load for roughly 4.4h. Pick on price, weight, or ports.
Planning for more than this? Describe your whole setup and get it sizedΒ β
Modeled from the spec record β same math as the tables below. Methodology
Runtime by appliance
Real-world runtime estimates for common appliances, modeled at 85% inverter efficiency.ΒΉ
Essentials
The basics you need runningscale 0β59.8hComfort & Convenience
Makes off-grid life actually enjoyablescale 0β12hHigh-Draw Appliances
These reveal the real limitsscale 0β0.9hΒΉ Runtime = (capacity Γ 0.85) Γ· appliance watts. Within each group, all bars share one time scale (the group's longest runtime), so lengths are comparable across appliances; identical runtimes collapse into a single blue/orange bar. Actual runtime varies with battery age, temperature, and simultaneous loads β see methodology.
Conclusion
October 25, 2026
Verdict: the Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
The C1000 Gen 2 is the better unit and worth its $81 premium for most buyers. It weighs 3.5 lb less, is rated for 4,000 cycles to 3,000, and runs 2,000W to the original's 1,800W. It adds 140W USB-C, a β€10ms UPS switchover against β€20ms, and a quicker wall recharge in reviewsB1. The extra cycles also make it cheaper to own, $0.13 per lifetime kWh against $0.14. The original keeps a few cards: it is cheaper up front, holds a little more and has one more AC outlet. If you want to save the money and your loads sit under 1,800W, it is still a good unit.
Today the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 is $499.99, $30 under its typical $529.99. The verdict weighs typical prices, not today's. Prices checked 28 days ago.
Editor-assigned confidence, based on cited owner research and spec analysis.
List prices as of October 25, 2026. The links below open Anker's current price.
$499.99 Β· direct from Anker
down from $530 Β· 6% below usual
Last checked 28 days ago. Prices move β check before you buy.
or check the SOLIX C1000 price$469.99 list
Written by Ian Schneider, Solar & Off-Grid Tester Β· Station Arena Test Desk Β· Updated October 25, 2026
Black Friday Β· 26 days out
Prices to beat:SOLIX C1000 $449SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 $450
The lowest we have recorded for each. We have never seen the SOLIX C1000 discounted, so any real cut on it would be a first.
Measured Data
Benchmark scores and the full spec record, side by side.
Benchmark scores
Full specifications
α΅ Derived: price Γ· rated capacity. See the data behind our comparisons β
Comparison ToolAdd more power stations, side by sideOpen Tool βHow these numbers are produced
Numeric verification
Every figure on this page traces to our spec database or arithmetic on it β no estimated numbers.
Owner claims
Statements about owner experience are cited to published reviews β see Sources & Research Notes below.
Runtime model
Runtime = (rated capacity Γ 0.85 inverter efficiency) Γ· device wattage. Solar recharge estimates assume panels deliver 70% of rated output. Cold weather, battery age, and stacked loads reduce real-world results.
Power Score
Computed from 14 published spec dimensions, weighted per use-case bench. Higher is better; a unit must meet a bench's minimum threshold to be rated.
See the full weight table and data sourcing on our methodology page βClass ranking (the star rating)
Each unit's star score is a category ranking, not customer reviews β no buyer opinions feed it. We score every station on size-independent quality (value, output, portability, endurance, ports, warranty, and more), then percentile-rank it against the other units in its capacity class, so a class-leading compact unit and a class-leading whole-home unit can both earn 5β . Here, SOLIX C1000 rates 4.7/5 (81st percentile of 27 Everyday-class units), and SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 rates 4.9/5 (96th percentile of 27 Everyday-class units).
How the class ranking is computed βTest Notes & Caveats
Hidden gotchas and advantages we spotted that you won't find on the product page.
β€10ms against β€20ms
The Gen 2 is rated to switch to battery in β€10ms. The original is rated β€20ms. Routers and most electronics ride through either. A desktop PC or NAS with a fussy power supply is where the faster rating earns its keep.
Warranty: No Difference
Both units carry the same 5-year warranty, so coverage isn't a tiebreaker here.
4,000 cycles against 3,000
The Gen 2's battery is rated for 4,000 charge cycles to the original's 3,000, a third more full charges. It is the least flashy upgrade and one of the most useful. It is why the newer unit costs less per lifetime kWh, $0.13 against $0.14, despite the higher price.
Only the Gen 2 publishes a noise figure
Anker lists 35 dB for the C1000 Gen 2 and nothing for the original. A published figure is a spec-sheet number, not a measurement, and it says nothing about how loud either gets under heavy load.
Full record above β the Test Desk pick is the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2.
Check SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 price βor check the SOLIX C1000 priceOwnership Analysis
What happens after you buy β true cost of ownership, brand trust, and growth potential.
Lifetime value
Service lifeyears at one full cycle per day
Lifetime energy delivered
Cost per delivered kWh
β warranty ends Β· Reaching the cycle rating means ~80% capacity remains β degraded, not dead.
Analyst note
The SOLIX C1000 is cheaper to buy, but the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 is cheaper to own. At $0.13/kWh over its lifetime vs $0.14/kWh, the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2's higher cycle life and capacity make each dollar go further over the years.
Growth path
SOLIX C1000
EXPANDABLESupports Anker expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit β useful if your needs may climb past 1,056Wh.
Accepts up to 600W of solar. Suitable for a 1-2 panel setup.
Generous port selection supports complex multi-device setups.
Expansion batteries are Anker-specific. You're investing in the Anker ecosystem.
SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
EXPANDABLESupports Anker expansion batteries, so you can add capacity later without replacing the base unit β useful if your needs may climb past 1,024Wh.
Accepts up to 600W of solar. Suitable for a 1-2 panel setup.
Adequate ports for most setups, but heavy users may want a power strip.
Expansion batteries are Anker-specific. You're investing in the Anker ecosystem.
Realistic full solar rechargeat 70% of rated panel output β see methodology
Analyst note
Both expand, so neither locks you out of growth β decide on capacity, price, and the rest, not the expansion checkbox.
What Owners Report
Patterns from published owner reports and long-term reviews β every claim cited to its source below.
Anker SOLIX C1000
The original C1000 has the longer track record, and it is a good one. Reviewers credit it with the fundamentals: fast AC recharge, a strong inverter, a practical size and useful app monitoringA3. It handles nearly any household appliance short of central AC or an electric dryerA4.
Its standout data point is durability. One owner ran it for over a year with about 97% of capacity intact, and it rode out seven brief outages in a 30-day UPS test with no shutdownsA2. The recurring knock is fan noise under fast charging or heavy loadA1.
βOne reviewer used their unit for over a year with zero issues and minimal battery degradation β about 97% of original capacity. In a 30-day home-office UPS test it handled 7 brief outages with no equipment shutdowns or data loss.β
Sources
outdoorgearlab.com Β· lifenhancer.com Β· rvoutfitting.com Β· outdoortechlab.com Β· wattsontheroof.com Β· technerdo.com Β· teqclub.com
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
The C1000 Gen 2 is widely rated the mid-size unit to beat in 2026B4. Reviewers clock its HyperFlash recharge at about 49 minutes, well under the original's timeB1, and its output runs a 1,500W space heater with headroomB3.
It keeps the platform's one flaw. Fan noise is still the most common complaint, near-silent under 200W and around 55 dB past 1,000WB2. It is better than the original in almost every measured way, with the same noise caveat under load.
βFast HyperFlash charging β a full recharge in roughly 49 minutes, noticeably quicker than the original C1000's ~58-80 minutes.β
Sources
thepowerpick.com Β· macrumors.com Β· outdoorgearlab.com Β· technerdo.com Β· mensjournal.com Β· powerstationadvisor.com
Sources & Research Notes
Every owner claim in this report is traceable to a published source. The bracketed references above resolve here.
Recurring owner themes
- Fan noise under fast charging or heavy load is the consistent knock; otherwise strong reliability, fast recharge, and practical size earn broad praise. [SOLIX C1000 Β· 3 entries]
- Fast charging and higher output over the original are the standout gains; fan noise under load or fast charging is the top complaint. [SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Β· 3 entries]
- A1
βFan noise is the single most common complaint β the fans spin up audibly during fast charging or heavy output near the unit's limit, comparable to a desktop computer fan at speed. Under light loads (below ~500W) it's nearly silent.β
outdoorgearlab.com / lifenhancer.com β Anker SOLIX C1000 review Β· 2026 Β· [negative]
- A2
βOne reviewer used their unit for over a year with zero issues and minimal battery degradation β about 97% of original capacity. In a 30-day home-office UPS test it handled 7 brief outages with no equipment shutdowns or data loss.β
rvoutfitting.com / outdoortechlab.com β Anker SOLIX C1000 long-term notes Β· 2026 Β· [positive]
- A3
βNails the fundamentals: fast AC recharge, strong inverter performance for short bursts, practical size and weight for a 1kWh unit, and genuinely useful app monitoring.β
wattsontheroof.com / technerdo.com β Anker SOLIX C1000 review Β· 2026 Β· [positive]
- A4
βHandles virtually any household appliance except central AC and electric dryers; a popular 'sweet spot' 1kWh unit for RV and home backup.β
rvoutfitting.com / teqclub.com β Anker SOLIX C1000 review Β· 2026 Β· [positive]
- B1
βFast HyperFlash charging β a full recharge in roughly 49 minutes, noticeably quicker than the original C1000's ~58-80 minutes.β
thepowerpick.com / macrumors.com β Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 review Β· 2026 Β· [positive]
- B2
βFan noise is the single most common complaint β nearly silent at low load (about 35 dB under 200W), but the fans ramp up audibly during fast charging or heavy output, reaching around 55 dB at 1,000W-plus.β
outdoorgearlab.com / technerdo.com β C1000 Gen 2 review Β· 2026 Β· [negative]
- B3
βThe higher continuous output crosses a useful threshold over the original β enough to run a standard 1,500W space heater with headroom to spare.β
thepowerpick.com / mensjournal.com β C1000 Gen 2 review Β· 2026 Β· [positive]
- B4
βReviewers describe it as a refined, powerful, fast-charging update to a popular 1kWh platform, widely rated the mid-size unit to beat in 2026.β
thepowerpick.com / powerstationadvisor.com β C1000 Gen 2 review Β· 2026 Β· [positive]
Research compiled October 25, 2026.
What Owners Actually Report
Drawn from 69 comments on independent review channels β not from retailer reviews, which skew to the first week of ownership. Each line is our summary of one commenter's claim, linked to the original. We record what they said, including where it contradicts the spec sheet.
Anker SOLIX C1000
85 claims from 55 comments Β· 60 from owners Β· 21 with figures
- Price & value
- 16 Β· 6% negative
- Runtime
- 10 Β· 20% negative
- Solar input
- 12 Β· 43% negative
- Warranty & support
- 8 Β· 23% negative
- Charging
- 4 Β· 5% negative
What owners complain about
Has to add a Victron controller to each Anker station, adding cost and complexity.
Solar inputowner44 agreedsource β
Dropped to 87% after about three hours running only a lamp, then to 70% the next night.
Runtimemeasuredowner3 agreedsource β
Having handled both, calls the Anker app a complete joke next to the EcoFlow app.
App & firmwareowner2 agreedsource β
What owners praise
Bought the C1000 for $488 and calls it one of his best investments living off grid.
Price & valuemeasuredowner72 agreedsource β
Ultra fast charging at 1300-1400W was left out of the review chart.
Chargingmeasuredowner198 agreedsource β
C1000 app showed 440-473W from a 450W panel and 80W under full cloud.
Solar inputmeasuredowner20 agreedsource β
Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2
22 claims from 14 comments Β· 18 from owners Β· 6 with figures
- Price & value
- 4 Β· 0% negative
- Runtime
- 3 Β· 15% negative
- UPS switchover
- 2 Β· 0% negative
- Inverter & surge
- 1 Β· 0% negative
- Solar input
- 1 Β· 0% negative
What owners complain about
Gen 2 loses the gen 1's ability to add an expansion battery.
Expandability23 agreedsource β
Same app failure as his other brands: paired devices go missing on later launches.
App & firmwareowner2 agreedsource β
Can only pull 100W from the C1000 Gen 2's 12V ports and cannot confirm how XT60i sensing works.
Otherownersource β
What owners praise
Two units keep his gas furnace, three fridge/freezers and network alive for 5+ hours.
Runtimemeasuredowner15 agreedsource β
Anker 1000 gen 2's edge is a 2000W inverter, also at 25 pounds.
Inverter & surgemeasuredowner8 agreedsource β
Got the C1000 gen 2 on sale for $379 plus a $219 200W panel.
Price & valuemeasuredowner6 agreedsource β
Claims are weighted by how specific they are, whether the commenter owns the unit, and how many readers agreed. Comments that mention a product under a rival's review count for more, because the commenter had no reason to be there. This is what buyers report, not our test results β for measurements we ran ourselves, see the methodology.
Who Should Buy Which
Buy the SOLIX C1000 if youβ¦
- βYou want to save $81 and don't need the Gen 2's speed or extra cycles.
- βYou value slightly more capacity, an extra AC outlet and a longer track recordA2.
- βYour loads sit under 1,800W, where the original's output is already plenty.
Buy the SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 if youβ¦
- βYou want the better unit outright, lighter, longer-lived and more powerful, and the $81 doesn't sting.
- βYou will use the UPS mode or fast charging: a β€10ms switchover and a quicker refillB1.
- βYou fast-charge a laptop and want the 140W USB-C port the original lacks.
If neither fits
Both hold about 1kWh and both get loud under heavy load. If you need a whole outage covered, or a unit that stays quiet while working hard, look at something larger or built for quiet running. Both expand, if capacity is the only concern.
The Bottom Line
Buy the C1000 Gen 2. It is lighter, rated for more cycles, more powerful and quicker to recharge than the original, and it costs less to own over its life. Reviewers rate it the mid-size unit to beatB4. For $81 more, it improves nearly every spec you would use.
The original C1000 is still a good 1kWh unit. It is cheaper, holds slightly more and has a year-plus track recordA2. If your loads sit under 1,800W and you would rather keep the money, it does the job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers drawn from the spec record and cited owner research.
Anker SOLIX C1000 vs C1000 Gen 2: is the Gen 2 worth $81 more?
For most buyers, yes. The Gen 2 is lighter (24.9 lbs vs 28.4), rated for more cycles (4,000 vs 3,000), pushes more output (2,000W vs 1,800W), recharges faster in reviews, and adds a 140W USB-C port and a β€10ms UPS switchover. It also costs less to own over its life. The original holds a bit more (1,056Wh) and is well proven, so it suits a buyer who would rather keep the $81.
What actually changed in the C1000 Gen 2?
Output rose to 2,000W from 1,800W, surge to 3,000W from 2,400W, the cycle rating to 4,000 from 3,000, and top USB-C output to 140W from 100W. UPS switchover is rated β€10ms against β€20ms. It got lighter, at 24.9 lbs, and reviewers report about a 49-minute recharge. Capacity dipped slightly to 1,024Wh from 1,056Wh, it has five AC outlets to six, and solar input stayed at 600W.
Do both expand, and do they take the same solar?
Yes to both. Each accepts Anker's expansion battery, and each takes up to 600W of solar input. The decision comes down to the Gen 2's speed, weight and cycle-life upgrades against the original's lower price.
Are they quiet?
Both are near-silent under light loads and audible during fast charging or heavy output. Fan noise is the most common complaint for each. Anker publishes a 35 dB figure for the Gen 2 and none for the original, and reviewers report the Gen 2 reaching around 55 dB past 1,000W.
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