A power amplifier can make a big difference in your audio experience. It can provide more power to your speakers, which can result in a louder, clearer sound. It can also help to improve the sound quality by providing a cleaner signal to your speakers. If you are looking to improve your audio experience, a power amplifier is a great option to consider.
There are a few things to consider when choosing a power amp. The first is the power rating, which is the amount of power the amplifier can deliver. The higher the power rating, the more expensive the amplifier will be. The second is the impedance, which is the resistance the amplifier will see from the speaker. The higher the impedance, the more power the amplifier will need to deliver. The third is the sensitivity, which is the amount of voltage the amplifier will need to deliver to the speaker. The higher the sensitivity, the more expensive the amplifier will be.
A Class D amplifier is a great option for those looking for a quality amplifier on a budget. These amplifiers offer great value for the money and provide excellent sound quality.
There is no simple answer to this question as it depends on a number of factors including the type of music you are playing, the size of the room, and your personal preferences. That said, many people believe that class A amplifiers offer a warmer, more natural sound than class B amplifiers. Additionally, class A amplifiers are typically more expensive than class B amplifiers.
4.7/5
Class D amp with Crown ultra-efficient drive Core technology weighs less than 11 lb. (5 kg)
Higher DSP capabilities: more control; has band pass filter per channel
Power: 775W at 2ω, 525W at 4Ω, 300W at 8Ω
Ac input voltage: 100 – 240VAC (10%), 50/60Hz
Selectable input sensitivity; 1.4VRMS and .775VRMS options so that amp can be driven At full power
Input: balanced XLR (x2), ¼†TRS (x2), RCA jacks (x1 pair); output: ¼†speaker (x2)
Set sleep mode after specified time without having to press a button; Security setting disables menu buttons; menu locked/unlocked by entering combination
Increased lighting functionality; turn off all LED indicators except clip and thermal to reduce distraction in dark venues
$234
This small amp is pretty great. I'm using it to power a pair of tiny speakers that are surprisingly demanding in comparison to my receiver's internal amp (Definitive Technology StudioMonitor 350s - they are listed as "compatible" with 8 ohms but the truth is they need something that will drive 4 ohms). The internal amp in my receiver was clearly being taxed by the speakers when the volume was turned up; it wasn't hard clipping, but it would lose bass response and sound "screechy." At whatever volume I've tested, The Crown just plods through without a hitch and seems to have plenty of reserve. I'll wear out before the amp does because of my ears. I don't see the need to turn up the preamp volume much louder, and the input level stays around -30 even with the input gains set to the 3 o'clock position.What then is the warning? When the amp is turned on, there is a slight but noticeable hiss. Gain level or input have no impact (I tried it with my receiver completely off and the hiss remained). It can be heard during quiet sections of music and movies. Although it is not terrible and mimics good master tape hiss, if you have a slight obsession with your audio it might irritate you. I've checked around and it seems usual for these amps; I suppose it's just the cost of tons of cheap power. It will undoubtedly be audible if you use highly sensitive speakers. The amp is made to be used at output levels that would normally cover the noise, thus I am not taking away a star for that reason. Just something to take into account for residential users. As I mentioned, I have never even pushed the amp that far, therefore I have never heard the fans.
4.6/5
Ac input voltage: 220V, 50/60Hz
Efficient forced-air cooling prevents excessive thermal buildup
Stereo/parallel/bridge-mono Mode
Power: 300W at 4Ω, 200W at 8Ω
Two level controls, power switch, power LED, and six LEDs which indicate signal presence, clip and fault for each channel
User selectable input sensitivity - 0.775V and 1.4V
Electronically balanced RCA & XLR inputs; Binding post and speak on outputs
Input: balanced XLR (x2), unbalanced RCA (x2); output: speak on (x2), Binding post (x2 pair)
$234
In my situation, this amplifier offers excellent value for the money. This amplifier serves as a power amplifier for a pair of extremely current-hungry Magnepan 1.4 speakers that I'm driving. For $250, I recently bought a pair of used Magnepan 1.4 speakers. These have a 5 ohm impedance rating, which is on the low end for the majority of all-purpose home audio gear. A Marantz SR 7007 receiver, which can output up to 195 watts into 6 ohms and 125 watts into 8 ohms, was powering my system at the time. However, it is not rated to drive the 5 ohm load I'm considering. In order to turn up the volume and properly try out these speakers, it didn't appear like the power supply on the built-in power amplifier would be able to handle the current demands. In other words, at greater volumes or peaks, the low resistance speakers would use more current than the receiver's power supply could safely offer, which might potentially harm the amplifier or cause it to overheat.In order to assure I would never experience any issues, I searched for a good power amplifier that was rated down to 4 ohms or less. Unfortunately, you will have to pay quite a premium for the amplifier once you start looking at home audio amplifiers with this kind of power source. Although I believe that these speakers would have benefited from the current and more advanced amplifier design that may have come from a high-end audiophile amplifier, I simply wasn't looking to spend $1,000 to get that type of power.the Crown amplifier comes on. A buddy of mine who enjoys audiophilia on a budget suggested the Crown amps as offering fantastic value. I thought it was a smart investment to at least try out this amp for my purposes after spending a week reviewing them and truly looked around, especially using Amazon as I could simply just send it back if I wasn't completely satisfied. What harm could it possibly cause, then?The amplifier arrived on Tuesday after I placed my order on Sunday using free Prime two-day shipping. It sounded fantastic! I connected this immediately to the pre-outs on my Marantz receiver and set the gain on the Crown to maximum output after testing it at low output levels on the receiver and power amp to look for any obvious issues (I'll explain why I turned the gain all the way up on the Crown in a second). Simply incredibly pure sound. After making a few short adjustments to the subwoofer crossovers, the Magnepans received a full range signal for the first time. I bet that this inexpensive system would outperform ones that cost several times as much as I have. It has better sound and detail.In order to help others learn more quickly than I did, I'll try to summarize some of the lessons I've learnt via this process.1. Before feeding a device into a Crown power amplifier, you should properly examine and understand what the device's pre-amp output is. The Crown contains a switch that lets you choose between setting its sensitivity to 1.4 v or 0.775 v. Pro gear is primarily characterized by 1.4 volts. The 0.775v is more typical of household audio gear. The setting of 0.775 v is perfect for my purpose because my Marantz outputs 0.4 v (the difference between 0.4 v and 0.775 v isn't too huge and can be made up for by purchasing a higher wattage rated amplifier).Why, therefore, is this significant? With a maximum voltage that the preamp circuit can reasonably output without clipping, the pre-amp signal is transmitted as a variable voltage. You may quickly destroy your equipment by pushing the volume on your preamp too high and asking it to send a signal that is too strong for the pre-amp circuit. This will result in a lot of distortion and clipping. You should steer clear of this at all costs. You risk asking the power amplifier to amplify the signal too much, exceeding the power rating of the power amplifier, and experiencing signal clipping if you turn the volume up too high if the pre-amp signal being sent to the power amplifier is significantly higher than the power amplifier's sensitivity rating. You must therefore comprehend this mating and get pretty near to it. Even with all of the gains on the power amp and the pre amp set to maximum, if you set it way too low, you will never receive the full output that the power amplifier is capable of. This might be acceptable if you use an amplifier that is larger than what your speakers actually require.Therefore, my application fits into this group. I have the power amp set to 0.775 v, however my receiver only outputs 0.4 v. I think my speakers have a 200 w RMS maximum power rating. Since the Crown XLi1500 puts out roughly 400 watts into a 5 ohm load, I really don't want to be sending that much power into my speakers. I should still be able to get close to 300 w into these speakers with my setup, which is plenty of power, according to Crown technical support.Generally speaking, you should think about getting an amplifier with a rating a little bit higher than your application so that you always have power reserves in the amplifier when operating to avoid clipping (and just don't go crazy with turning the volume up too high). This makes sure you have a clear sound and lots of headroom so your amp won't get damaged. BUT the Crown has separate gain settings which you will likely want to lower down if the amplifier is likely to deliver a much higher power into your speakers than the rating of your speakers so that you don't blow those either. Basically, you want to adjust the gain on the power amplifier for your needs and never touch the gain again. (many installers even lock these knobs or pull them off altogether so that the end user can't move them and harm their equipment). All of your volume control should be coming from the pre-amplifier circuit by adjusting the voltage on this signal. In my case this is the volume knob on the Marantz receiver.As I noted above, I have turned the gain all the way up on the Crown for my application as this allows me to get up to the 200-300w range for peak signals.... which is going to allow me to really maximize what these speakers are capable of without having to really stress the pre-amp circuit in my receiver and cause clipping. You want to have a nice balanced output on both outputs so no single piece of equipment is overstressed and asked to operate outside of its recommended range.So, if you keep these basic concepts in mind and do a bit of research for your application upfront, I think you will be pleasantly surprised with the results. Happy hunting!!!Uodate: I have actually revised a bit of what I stated above. I have turned the gain down to about the 2 o'clock position on this amp to try to keep the RMS power loading closer to the rating of the speakers. The amp still has plenty of ability to send higher power to these speakers at peak loads.... I think.Either way, I have other speakers in my 7.2 system running off the power amp section of the MARANTZ. utilizing the built in Audacity room calibration with the power amp at these levels really seems to give a nice balance between the gain settings at the preamp in the MARANTZ and the output from the MARANTZ and the Crown. So, I now have plenty of power going to the Magnepans and has a nice balance with the klipsch speakers being powered off the MARANTZ. Overall, just a great product!
4.6/5
AC input voltage: 220V, 50/60Hz
Two level controls, power switch, power LED, and six LEDs which indicate signal presence, clip and fault for each channel
Electronically balanced RCA & XLR inputs; binding post and Speak on outputs
Stereo/parallel/bridge-mono mode
User selectable input sensitivity - 0.775V and 1.4V.Voltage Gain : 33 dB
Efficient forced-air cooling prevents excessive thermal buildup
Power: 750W at 4Ω, 500W at 8Ω
Input: balanced XLR (x2), unbalanced RCA (x2); Output: Speak on (x2), Binding Post (x2 pair)
$234
In my situation, this amplifier offers excellent value for the money. This amplifier serves as a power amplifier for a pair of extremely current-hungry Magnepan 1.4 speakers that I'm driving. For $250, I recently bought a pair of used Magnepan 1.4 speakers. These have a 5 ohm impedance rating, which is on the low end for the majority of all-purpose home audio gear. A Marantz SR 7007 receiver, which can output up to 195 watts into 6 ohms and 125 watts into 8 ohms, was powering my system at the time. However, it is not rated to drive the 5 ohm load I'm considering. In order to turn up the volume and properly try out these speakers, it didn't appear like the power supply on the built-in power amplifier would be able to handle the current demands. In other words, at greater volumes or peaks, the low resistance speakers would use more current than the receiver's power supply could safely offer, which might potentially harm the amplifier or cause it to overheat.In order to assure I would never experience any issues, I searched for a good power amplifier that was rated down to 4 ohms or less. Unfortunately, you will have to pay quite a premium for the amplifier once you start looking at home audio amplifiers with this kind of power source. Although I believe that these speakers would have benefited from the current and more advanced amplifier design that may have come from a high-end audiophile amplifier, I simply wasn't looking to spend $1,000 to get that type of power.the Crown amplifier comes on. A buddy of mine who enjoys audiophilia on a budget suggested the Crown amps as offering fantastic value. I thought it was a smart investment to at least try out this amp for my purposes after spending a week reviewing them and truly looked around, especially using Amazon as I could simply just send it back if I wasn't completely satisfied. What harm could it possibly cause, then?The amplifier arrived on Tuesday after I placed my order on Sunday using free Prime two-day shipping. It sounded fantastic! I connected this immediately to the pre-outs on my Marantz receiver and set the gain on the Crown to maximum output after testing it at low output levels on the receiver and power amp to look for any obvious issues (I'll explain why I turned the gain all the way up on the Crown in a second). Simply incredibly pure sound. After making a few short adjustments to the subwoofer crossovers, the Magnepans received a full range signal for the first time. I bet that this inexpensive system would outperform ones that cost several times as much as I have. It has better sound and detail.In order to help others learn more quickly than I did, I'll try to summarize some of the lessons I've learnt via this process.1. Before feeding a device into a Crown power amplifier, you should properly examine and understand what the device's pre-amp output is. The Crown contains a switch that lets you choose between setting its sensitivity to 1.4 v or 0.775 v. Pro gear is primarily characterized by 1.4 volts. The 0.775v is more typical of household audio gear. The setting of 0.775 v is perfect for my purpose because my Marantz outputs 0.4 v (the difference between 0.4 v and 0.775 v isn't too huge and can be made up for by purchasing a higher wattage rated amplifier).Why, therefore, is this significant? With a maximum voltage that the preamp circuit can reasonably output without clipping, the pre-amp signal is transmitted as a variable voltage. You may quickly destroy your equipment by pushing the volume on your preamp too high and asking it to send a signal that is too strong for the pre-amp circuit. This will result in a lot of distortion and clipping. You should steer clear of this at all costs. You risk asking the power amplifier to amplify the signal too much, exceeding the power rating of the power amplifier, and experiencing signal clipping if you turn the volume up too high if the pre-amp signal being sent to the power amplifier is significantly higher than the power amplifier's sensitivity rating. You must therefore comprehend this mating and get pretty near to it. Even with all of the gains on the power amp and the pre amp set to maximum, if you set it way too low, you will never receive the full output that the power amplifier is capable of. This might be acceptable if you use an amplifier that is larger than what your speakers actually require.Therefore, my application fits into this group. I have the power amp set to 0.775 v, however my receiver only outputs 0.4 v. I think my speakers have a 200 w RMS maximum power rating. Since the Crown XLi1500 puts out roughly 400 watts into a 5 ohm load, I really don't want to be sending that much power into my speakers. I should still be able to get close to 300 w into these speakers with my setup, which is plenty of power, according to Crown technical support.Generally speaking, you should think about getting an amplifier with a rating a little bit greater than your application so that you always have power reserves in the amplifier when operating to avoid clipping (and just don't go crazy with pushing the volume up too high). This makes sure you have a clear sound and lots of headroom so your amp won't get damaged. However, the Crown has additional gain settings that you may want to adjust downward if the amplifier is going to deliver much more power into your speakers than their rated power, so as to avoid blowing those as well. Basically, you should adjust the power amplifier's gain to your needs and then leave it alone. To prevent users from adjusting them and harming their equipment, several installers even lock these knobs or remove them entirely. By altering the voltage on this signal, the pre-amplifier circuit should be your sole source of volume control. In my situation, it's the Marantz receiver's volume control.In order to fully utilize the potential of these speakers without severely taxing the pre-amp circuit in my receiver and resulting in clipping, I have pushed the gain on the Crown all the way up for my application, as this enables me to get up to the 200–300w range for peak signals. So that no one piece of equipment is overworked and asked to run outside of its recommended range, you want to have a nicely balanced output on both outputs.So, if you keep these fundamental ideas in mind and conduct some preliminary research for your application, I think you will be pleased with the outcomes. Happy searching!Update: I actually made some changes to what I previously said. To try to maintain the RMS power loading closer to the speaker rating, I have cut down the gain on this amp to roughly the 2 o'clock position. The amplifier still has the capacity to drive these speakers with more power at peak loads, I believe.In any case, I also have additional speakers in my 7.2 system that are powered by the MARANTZ. Using the power amp at these levels with the built-in Audacity room calibration really seems to give a wonderful balance between the gain settings at the MARANTZ preamp and the output from the MARANTZ and the Crown. Now that the Klipsch speakers are driven by the Marantz, I have plenty of power going to the Magnepans and a wonderful balance. Simply a superb product all around!
4.5/5
★2000mAH-rechargeable voice amplifier: ★Built in 2000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery. Continuously working time up to 20 hours. You can use USB cable to charge this mini voice amplifier( Power Supply 5V-0.5A) and it only needs 3-5 hours to be fully charged.
★Anti-howling voice amplifier with wired headset: ★Using the latest voice amplification technology, Reduce the horrible squeaking between the microphone and the voice amplifier.voice amplifier comes with wired microphone headset, supporting wireless microphone headset. Mini size: L 3.3*W 1.4*H 4.6 inches and weight 0.41lbs. You can use the back clip to fix it on your belt or pocket and also can use waistbelt to tie it around your waist or hang it on your Neck.
★Multi-function mini voice amplifier: ★Support TF card playback and USB flash drive playback. Support 3.5mm AUX audio input, Can Be used as a wired speaker. One-touch recording, only need to insert a TF card or microphone for recording. Additional FM radio and display capabilities, let you see at a glance.
★Packag list and 1year warranty : Bietrun offers 1 year warranty and free replacement service.When there're problems, write to us and we will solve your problems quickly. Packag: 1 x Voice Amplifier, 1 x Headset Microphone, 1 x USB Charging Cable, 1 x 3.5mm Audio MP3 Cable, 1 x Adjustable Strap, 1 x Instruction .
★13w High-powered voice amplifier: ★The Bietrun voice amplifier with 13W large speakers can cover approximately 1000 square meters. Voice Amplifier for teacher, trainer, singer, coacher, tour guide, shopping mall, presentation, outdoor speech and etc.
$234
Being a teacher, my sister required a tool to help her shout more in her classes. I gave her this amazing gift as a surprise, and she adores it! It also has an FM radio option, but my sister doesn't use it anyhow.I like that it features a USB port for charging the tablet, eliminating the need for battery changes. It's great that you can adjust the device's volume to make your voice louder or quieter depending on the distance.Cool thing is that when I tested it out, it essentially functioned like a microphone to me but without "speakers," whereas this device actually has tiny speakers built right in, which elevates your sound. Since my sister is impressed with this equipment, I'll give it a rating of five stars.If an older person has hearing issues, I believe they might profit from this. You can get one and crank up the volume to make yourself heard better. Overall, extremely straightforward and simple to use, so I can't really criticize!
4.4/5
XLR and TRS input connector with locking mechanism
High power and "drummer proof" headphones output
Level control with power on/off switch
Ultra-compact and lightweight design
In-ear monitor amplifier for personal monitor applications
$234
My Samsung Chromebook, which is fantastic by the way, has a very meager headphone output, so I bought this tiny headphone amp to improve the signal. Instead of earbuds, which I detest, I use a set of AKG K240 phones. I've worked in the audio field for 60 years as a tech, FOH mixdude, musician, etc., and I have a little hearing loss, so this Behringer gadget worked out to be just what I needed. It has a tank-like construction, and the connectors appear to be fairly durable (so far). More level than I need, which is beneficial if you're watching anything on YouTube that someone who doesn't know much about audio levels uploaded. You can simply fix for less-than-ideal levels with this gadget. The instructions states that it requires two AAA batteries, and the battery life is 12 hours. I use some Tenergy Li-MH 1000 mAh cells to power mine, and I can go around 18 hours between charges. The gadget has a male XLR/1/4" TRS connector for input and a normal 3.5mm TRS female connector for output. Clean, immaculate signal with lots of headroom. Although the detent for the power switch at the bottom of the pot's rotation doesn't click much, the output level pot has a nice feel to it as well. When the batteries are failing, the green pilot LED turns red. In my application, I would prefer that the unit didn't have a belt clip, but there isn't a way to get rid of it short of using a hacksaw. The steel case slides apart with only the push of a button allowing incredibly simple battery access. A stereo-mono switch is located inside; I set it to stereo (it is initially set to mono) and haven't changed it since. It is manufactured in China, but unlike many Chinese goods, it was made by workers who genuinely cared about its quality. I might purchase a couple more to give to my friends.
4.4/5
Built-in Talkback microphone with Level control for direct communication with musicians
All-in-one Master Volume controller, Source selector, Monitor switcher and Talkback box
Premium, ultra-low noise and high headroom studio control and communication center
4 stereo inputs with independent level controls plus additional Monitor Mix input for your DAW
3 independent and adjustable Monitor outputs to connect up to 3 sets of studio monitors
$234
If you're seeking for a quick way to access and adjust many monitors, this is quite appealing, practical, and useful. I've got nine speakers hooked through this unit in different configurations, and I appreciate how easy it is to move about the lot from one central place using just one piece of equipment.It seems like the quality is pretty strong and robust. It's constructed like a tank, so be careful not to step on it. Simple to use and install (user intuitive) This is a tempting purchase due to the pricing in comparison to rival products.Its enormous size is the sole drawback. Due to its size, this equipment will probably not be useful if you have a very compact workstation or setup. I believe it would be more successful if Behringer could create a comparable device with a smaller footprint.
4.2/5
ã€Multifunctional voice amplifier】FM mode,bluetooth voice amplifier Support Bluetooth connect ,TF card to playing music.You can choose the song you want arbitrarily , repeat single tune or even plug in a wired microphone to sing while playing a song, become a small karaoke environment.portable amplifier also can be used as radio,recorder, Computer and phone speaker.
ã€Supports】personal voice amplifier can be used in meeting room,classroom,outdoor or at home to expand the sound and protect the throat.Giecy will provide 12 months warrantly and 30 days full refund without any reasons.
ã€Customized amplification mode】Mini voice amplifier are tailored for indoor and outdoor modes .You can choose the suitable amplification mode when you turn it on.When you are outdoors, choose to adjust the volume of the reverb mode to make the sound more powerful, making the sound cover a wide area.Indoor,adjust the reverb mode to reduce howling or turn off, making the original sound amplification clearer and no noise.
ã€Mini Voice amplifier】The small voice amplifiers weights only 0.304 Ib(two eggs),making it easier and more convenient to carry.Made of durable and wear-resistant ABS material.It is a great gift for teachers,elderly,kids and friends etc.(Size 3.74*2.79*0.98IN)
ã€High security battery】teacher amplifier Rechargeable lithium battery with high safety index, long battery life.In addition, there will be a voice broadcast to remind that the battery is low .Please use it with confidence.
$234
Last night during our Girl Scouts meeting, I had the opportunity to use this, and let me tell you, it prevented me from speaking too loudly so that everyone could hear me. The fact that everyone could hear the directions worked well throughout the singing as well! Come pick-up time, parents also enjoyed it. Each child played with it and amplified their voice in turn. It was funny and enjoyable.Seriously, this is the best little gadget ever! Although it's not a toy, my kids and I have had the most fun with it anyway! I enjoy that we can play music on it and sing along, even if it can get rather loud. Both inside and exterior have seen use. It's excellent! I'm eager to use it during gatherings as well. There is no back noise and the headset is good. Now, Simon Says is much more enjoyable.
4/5
ã€Amplifier with Two Microphones】UHF wireless microphone and wired microphone.UHF technology wireless microphone amplifier more resistant to interference, longer transmission distance and better listening experience.The wireless ear hook is removable.
ã€Light weight power box】this microphone and speaker set is a portable public address system. You can take it to multiple locations such as classrooms, bingo calling and outdoors. A big help in speaking to 50+ members in your group.
ã€Rechargeable Speaker】Wireless portable voice amplifier built-in a 1800mah lithium battery and can be used continuously for about 8-15 hours.The wireless microphone can be used for about 3-5 hours.
ã€Supports Music Playing】 TF (Micro SD) card playing & USB flash drive playing. You can repeat single tune, loop all music and switch songs. Supporting 3.5mm AUX audio input (Mic port can be used as AUX port), Easy to use as a wired speaker.
ã€Wireless Voice Amplifier】 Amplifies your voice and saves your throat when you have a difficult time speaking loudly enough. Delivering 10w clear and soft sound to cover about 10000 sq.ft (1000 ㎡).
$234
amazing small thing used it as a strolling musician over the holidays. The wireless headset performed flawlessly, and I connected the guitar to the mic input. Despite not having a separate volume control, you can balance the sound using the guitar's volume control. Don't misunderstand me; this is not a high-fidelity system, but the sound range puts the sound out there and gives your voice more power. I've used more expensive, larger, bulkier systems before, but for the price and size, this one wins hands down! I really appreciate the analog volume control, which makes it simple for me to change the volume as needed. (I have another small device with digital volume, and it is quite challenging to change the level on the go.) Just get a guitar cable that goes from 1/8 to 1/4. FOR THE PRICE, IT IS UNBEATABLE!
3.7/5
AUTOMATIC COOLING FANS: Two 2-speed DC fans supply cool air to the amplifier. The fans switch to high speed automatically when the unit requires additional cooling
POWER LED: Built-in power LED indicators illuminate when the AC main power is being supplied to the amp and both channels are operational
BLUETOOTH COMPATIBLE: Built-in Bluetooth wireless music streaming ability works with all of today’s latest devices including smartphones, tablets, laptops and computers. Hassle-free receiver pairing allow you to stream wireless audio instantly
SAFETY CONSCIOUS POWER SWITCH: When the power amp is turned on, there is a three-second delay, which reduces/eliminates the turn-on transients associated with the system equipment connected to the amplifier and protects loudspeakers
SHOCKPROOF BINDING POSTS: Shockproof binding posts are provided. For each channel, the outputs are in parallel and the speaker connection cables can be terminated with banana plugs or stripped wires
$234
This review is for June 2014.Me: I'm a serious audiophile. I am aware of the sound that well-driven class A vacuum tube amplifiers may make. That serves as the benchmark for our study.I entered the situation on a tight budget and with my eyes wide open. I didn't have $500 or more to buy on an amp, especially one that would claim absurd wattage yet fall short of it.This took the place of a pricey name brand home entertainment amp that was advertised as having 750 watts of power but actually only produced a tiny portion of that amount per channel.I think I may have received a new and improved variant of this amplifier based on previous reviews that complained about fan noise and other issues.I have two stereo amps that cost next to nothing and have withstood the test of time: a Pyle 40 and another 15 watt per channel model.First off, my goal was to drive a pair of decent speakers from the 1970s—rated at 160 REAL watts continuous and 500 peak—to a volume that comfortably filled the room for both musical use and occasionally serving as our company's public address system. I wanted clean sound in plenty, but for me, 100 watts per channel of REALLY pure sound would be sufficient.Next, since this device is a commercial one, there are no RCA connectors on it. To connect to a source, you will require an adapter cable. It can be XLR to RCA or phono.Then, there is no mixing and only really one input. You are therefore good for one source and one set of speakers. If not, a mixer or other similar device will be required to choose inputs.The end result: I was able to provide it with a clear two-channel stereo output.I had success using 8 ohm speakers, so I can't speak to my experience with 4 ohm speakers, but based on what I understand this product to be and other reviews, I probably wouldn't try running 4 ohm speakers with it.According to the advertisement, 1000 Chinese watts are equivalent to 500x2 watts at 4 ohms and 250x2 at 8 ohms.Reality: The device will likely last longer with speakers rated at 8 ohms and half the recommended wattage.Sound-wise, it sounds and feels like a nice clean 75–100 watts should with those speakers at full clean output (the clipping light on the amp flickers maybe once per ten seconds). The feel is about perfect for 75–100 watts, and in the past I've pushed them with 500 watt per channel vacuum tube amplifiers.It works well as long as you don't intend to use the 4 ohm speakers, hook it up, and let it rip at maximum volume regardless of distortion, as long as you don't intend to treat it like a crazy teenager, and as long as it doesn't automatically commit suicide.The amp I bought has a clear sound, and the fans only turn on when the volume is turned up to a point where they can be heard over all but the quietest musical compositions. Not that horrible even then. What fan, ask the listeners of the system?No hum or surprises right out of the box. Prior to turning it on or off, do make a plan to turn it down.Conclusion: If you want to use genuine speakers at a respectable volume with enough headroom to sound good, this is as good as anything I've heard since the early 1990s.You've come to the correct place if the idea of taking a chance for less than $100 in the hopes of winning the jackpot appeals to you.Additionally, I can't find any UL or other approvals on it. Beware the buyer!
3.7/5
Unipolar Pulse Density Modulation (UPDM) amplifier consumes ultra-low power.
Output Power: Output Power: 2 x 750W RMS @ 8-Ohm Stereo, 5000W peak output.
Overload protection functions keeps your PA speaker and subwoofers worry free.
Rugged, heavy duty metal 1U rackmount chassis holds up to touring applications. Ultra-lightweight (weighs less than 7 lbs) makes it easy to transport.
XLR input and speakon output connectors provide great compatibility and enables the amplifier to easily fit into your PA rigs.
$234
This tiny amp has truly astonished me. For fear of overtaxing my monitors, I had to reduce the increase to 11–12 hours. Similar to the prior point, the knobs should be labeled "volume," however that can be disregarded. Although the knobs are little, it would be more difficult for a ding-a-ling to touch them if you weren't watching. This is the type of amplifier I've always wanted: straightforward, all-gain, no other fluff, speakon output, xlr input, compact, light, and powerful. In a quiet environment, the fan is audible, but in a live situation it is lost in the background. I plan to purchase more of these.
There is no simple answer to this question. It depends on a number of factors, including the type of amplifier, the quality of the components, and the intended use. In general, however, the higher the wattage, the more powerful the amplifier. This means that it can produce louder sounds and can drive speakers more effectively. It also means that it is more likely to produce distortion at high volumes.
The 3 basic types of power amplifiers are class A, class B, and class AB. Class A amplifiers are the simplest and most common type. They are typically used in small systems such as radios and small PA systems. Class B amplifiers are more efficient than class A amplifiers, but they require more careful design to avoid distortion. Class AB amplifiers are a compromise between class A and class B, offering good efficiency and moderate distortion.
Amplifiers are devices that increase the strength of a signal. There are four main types of amplifiers: voltage, current, power, and audio. Voltage amplifiers increase the voltage of a signal without changing its other properties. Current amplifiers do the same thing with current. Power amplifiers increase the power of a signal, and audio amplifiers amplify sound signals.
Power amplifiers are devices that amplify electrical power. They are the last stage in an audio signal chain before the speakers. Power amplifiers take a low-power signal from a preamplifier or mixing console and convert it into a signal that can drive a speaker. The power output of a power amplifier is measured in watts. The higher the wattage, the louder the amplifier can make a speaker. Power amplifiers are available in a variety of wattages, from low-power practice amplifiers to high-powered amplifiers for live concerts. The most
There are six types of power amplifiers: 1. Class A 2. Class B 3. Class AB 4. Class C 5. Class D 6. Class E Class A amplifiers are the simplest and most common type. They are typically used in small applications such as radios and portable audio players. Class B amplifiers are more efficient than Class A amplifiers, but they require more careful design to avoid distortion. Class AB amplifiers are a compromise between Class A and Class B, offering good efficiency and low distortion. Class C amplifiers are
There are many types of amplifiers, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. The best class of amplifier depends on the application. For example, Class A amplifiers are typically used in audio applications because they have low distortion. Class D amplifiers are used in applications where power efficiency is important, such as in portable electronics.
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