$175 Class D amp--120 wpc

jkelly · « **Reply #340 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 12:40 pm »

I have a tiny bit of hum or buzz when I put my ear up to the speakers.
Are there any rules on internal cable lengths or routing I have to be mindful of?

***Edit: re-routing the input lines solved the problem.

Jeff

Nick77 · « **Reply #341 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 01:19 pm »

I kept all my leads as short as possible mainly cause i was short on wire. hehe
But i have the darkest background i have ever experienced.

bprice2 · « **Reply #342 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 09:14 pm »

I thought I would be receiving my new 120 wpc amp kit today, but it looks like Monday will be the day. You guys got me excited. I'm really looking forward to putting it all together and hearing what it might sound like in my system. I've even thought about getting another and taking a crack at building a couple of OB subs. I'll probably need help with that project, though. Anybody willing to give advice on this?

Nick77 · « **Reply #343 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 09:23 pm »

Hey congrats on the amp, another Austinite

Are you still running the RW Audio amp? Look forward to your impressions.

pjchappy · « **Reply #344 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 09:25 pm »

This was asked awhile ago and I didn't see an answer: Are there any upgraded PS for this floating around out there? I'm not talking about modded ones. Just curious.

Has anyone talked to Paul Hynes, Wayne, or anyone else about one?

Thanks!

Paul

zapper7 · « **Reply #345 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 09:30 pm »

BEHOLD THE 500WX2

The binding posts, RCA, and XLR adapters from Parts Express, IEC from the ebay ad others are purchasing from, Oak sides and front, 3/8" bottom and back.
$400 total with everything.
Looking to replace my PS Audio 120w ICE amps. So far more powerful, of course, but letting the tones break in before I give an overall opinion. Quite easy to wire up, case is what you make of it. Buying a metal case would have been easier, I'm sure but the oak wood has a beautifuldark character to it that matches my wlanut flooring nicely without being to dark.
Will be getting a second to biamp my speakers, then

I will post as the week goes on and give my opinions against the PS Audios.

Nick77 · « **Reply #346 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 10:14 pm »

Nice work! Thats alot a power, what are you driving.

pjchappy · « **Reply #347 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 10:20 pm »

Quote from: zapper7 on 20 Feb 2010, 09:30 pm

BEHOLD THE 500WX2

Cool. I plan on getting this kit, but going the 4 channel route with it.

Paul

zapper7 · « **Reply #348 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 10:32 pm »

Thanks

I am driving Emerald Physics CS2 right now, I love power.

I like the idea of the 4-channel ability as well. More bass than the PSA, of course, and the highs are not out of line and should get better.

pjchappy · « **Reply #349 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 10:35 pm »

What pre are you using? I looked at your system and you have the Boston Acoustics receiver listed under "Preamp," but used for HT duties.

Paul

jtwrace · « **Reply #350 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 10:39 pm »

Im sure he's using the Camelot Uther as a pre.

bprice2 · « **Reply #351 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 10:57 pm »

Quote from: Nick77 on 20 Feb 2010, 09:23 pm

Hey congrats on the amp, another Austinite
Are you still running the RW Audio amp? Look forward to your impressions.

Yep, still with the RWA Sig 30. I've seen no reason to change it out. However, I do wonder what might happen if more power was available. I'll definitely check back in with impressions.

zapper7 · « **Reply #352 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 10:57 pm »

The Camelot Uther it is, seems to mate nicely.

jtwrace · « **Reply #353 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 11:17 pm »

Quote from: zapper7 on 20 Feb 2010, 10:57 pm

...seems to mate nicely.

with anything in my experience.

pjchappy · « **Reply #354 on:** 20 Feb 2010, 11:19 pm »

That's great to hear. My pre will be a Peachtree Nova. This is from the SignalPath website: 'Outputs: If you want to add a subwoofer or outboard amplifier, the Nova features a “Class A” <30 ohm variable preamp-output that will impedance match to almost any amplifier while pushing up to 100 ft of cable.'

Paul

Nick77 · « **Reply #355 on:** 21 Feb 2010, 12:29 am »

Quote from: zapper7 on 20 Feb 2010, 10:57 pm

The Camelot Uther it is, seems to mate nicely.

Sweet! But i was wondering what speakers needed all that power?

pjchappy · « **Reply #356 on:** 21 Feb 2010, 01:07 am »

Would there be an easy way to have an option to make the kits with 2 amp modules be able to go from 4 channels to 2 channels bridged? I want to make my amp as flexible as possible.

Paul

gitarretyp · « **Reply #357 on:** 21 Feb 2010, 01:38 am »

Sure. You'd just need swap a couple of external cables and a DPDT switch in place of the on board jumpers.

jkelly · « **Reply #358 on:** 21 Feb 2010, 02:54 pm »

Here is a view into the inside of my build.
I plan to add another board shortly.

I think I will change the layout and put the amp boards
in the back and the PS in the front. However, at this point the
amp is dead quiet.

Jeff

Steidl Guitars · « **Reply #359 on:** 21 Feb 2010, 04:39 pm »

Quote from: jkelly on 21 Feb 2010, 02:54 pm

I think I will change the layout and put the amp boards in the back and the PS in the front.

Funny, I looked at the photo before I read your description and that was my thought... as a means to keep the signal wires as short as possible.

Nice work!