Looking for a small, cheap amplifier to sit between a
Sony D250 portable CD player and a pair of Energy e:XL 15 or 16 speakers. Toying with the idea of a DIY gainclone but not sure I have the smarts to put a kit together without killing myself, or even to know whether that sort of amp is suitable for my needs.
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posted by obiwanwasabi
on Apr 1, 2012 -
3 answers
Humming sound through newly acquired amplifier when TV tuner is plugged in (even when tuner input is not active, even when amplifier is in standby mode). How to solve?
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posted by reeddavid
on Jan 25, 2012 -
18 answers
I am planning a project for a new years party involving over a hundred speakers of assorted size and Ohm values , Basically the idea is to stack all the speakers to cover an entire wall of a room and wire them all up to an amplifier(s?) what would be the best way to wire them?
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posted by 70klicks
on Dec 12, 2011 -
8 answers
As Marantz has introduced a new (but hardly improved) model, Music Direct is selling the PM8003 integrated amplifier for half usual MSRP ($499 vs. $999). From what I've read, it's a splendid piece of kit, and a solid value before the drastic discount. My question for you; would you recommend something else, for $500 or less, that you feel is superior to the Marantz? In terms of sonic character, I favor impartiality, perhaps slight warmth, but balance and purity foremost, if that informs suggestions at all. I'd like to feel I've surveyed my options thoroughly before going through with the purchase.
posted by alexandermatheson
on Oct 13, 2010 -
6 answers
Can a guitar amplifier ruin every speaker cabinet it gets plugged into?
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posted by nurgle
on Mar 27, 2010 -
2 answers
My amplifier/receiver died. I need something inexpensive (~$200) but powerful to replace it. I am not an audiophile but like my music to sound good. Should I get a simple amplifier and an HD radio tuner or troll eBay for a used receiver? I have two sets of speakers plus woofer and need about 100W per channel. Need three or four inputs. Don't need fancy 5.1 or anything. Recommendations?
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posted by misterpatrick
on Dec 10, 2009 -
5 answers
I buckled and bought a set of AKG k701 cans. They're currently hooked up directly to my Airport Express and sounding great, just lacking the final couple of decibels. Can anyone offer any advice on choosing a suitable headphone amplifier or, even better, suggest a recommendation (sub $500)?
posted by hydrophobic
on Mar 16, 2009 -
9 answers
i'm sick of blowing out my audio system. please help me pick out an affordable but good sounding system.
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posted by yonation
on Mar 31, 2008 -
14 answers
What components do I need to buy to have a solid stereo system for my home?
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posted by 10ch
on Nov 20, 2007 -
19 answers
How do I tackle feedback with a piezo pickup on a very small instrument (ukulele), running it through guitar amps or PA systems?
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posted by tmcw
on Oct 4, 2007 -
12 answers
Tell me how much I need to spend on audio preamp(s) and amplifier(s) to make my home stereo system sound jaw-droppingly great.
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posted by FelliniBlank
on Jul 27, 2007 -
7 answers
I have a Stanton Str8-20 Turntable coupled with a Yamaha CR-640 (1980 vintage) Amplifier. Playing orchestrated music, the loudest sounds of the vinyl will distort. I had to 'tune' the turntable before using it, and this was my first time. I googled but nothing helped. Can anyone give me advice regarding the distortion, which is probably relevant to the fine tuning of the turntable?
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posted by Keyser Soze
on Dec 25, 2003 -
7 answers
