$60 Integrated T-amp

tubeytubeamp · « **on:** 10 Aug 2005, 12:36 am »

Hi,

When will the $60 integrated T-amp be available?

Will it be similiar to the Russ Andrews Tamp available in the UK?

http://www.russandrews.com/product.asp?lookup=1®ion=UK¤cy=GBP&pf_id=4605&customer_id=PAA1047084105708KZOXEJZIXEILXMTI

Thanks
Dennis

soundboy · « **Reply #1 on:** 10 Aug 2005, 06:39 am »

I am also waiting on this $70.00 digital integrated amp. I hope it's coming soon.

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #2 on:** 10 Aug 2005, 07:35 am »

That looks pretty neat. Wonder if/when it'll be available in the US.

Greg Marberry · « **Reply #3 on:** 10 Aug 2005, 03:24 pm »

We're hoping to have an early prototype at our show this weekend. If it does arrive in time, we'll be sure to get some pictures and any additional specs / news including a projected release date.

duff138 · « **Reply #4 on:** 10 Aug 2005, 03:30 pm »

this looks interesting. I was just ready to order a sonic impact amp for work, but think I'll wait till this is released now.

BradJudy · « **Reply #5 on:** 10 Aug 2005, 05:12 pm »

Greg: If it does arrive on time, you'll have to inspect my bag before I leave.

tubeytubeamp · « **Reply #6 on:** 10 Aug 2005, 05:26 pm »

Greg,

How many sources will this amp accomodate?

Thanks
Dennis

Greg Marberry · « **Reply #7 on:** 17 Aug 2005, 04:10 pm »

Quote from: tubeytubeamp

Greg,

How many sources will this amp accomodate?

Thanks
Dennis

The prototype unit at the show only had one input. I'll certainly push to get that second input in there and possibly add a digital input. That would be cool!

tubeytubeamp · « **Reply #8 on:** 17 Aug 2005, 04:14 pm »

Thanks,

Do you have any pics?

Dennis

BradJudy · « **Reply #9 on:** 17 Aug 2005, 05:25 pm »

The prototype was a bit ugly, so I wouldn't worry about pictures. Imagine one or their R-DES boxes with binding posts on the back.

neilr11 · « **Reply #10 on:** 17 Aug 2005, 06:18 pm »

Bradjudy-
How did the little fellow sound? Does anyone know a time period when this is going to be released? I'd like to buy one or do an evaluation against my other digital amps.

BradJudy · « **Reply #11 on:** 17 Aug 2005, 07:17 pm »

Other than some noise at power-up (I'm hoping this will be cleared up before production), I thought it sounded quite good. I think I'll pick one up for use on my computer.

kbuzz3 · « **Reply #12 on:** 19 Aug 2005, 03:18 pm »

where can we get info on this version of the class d tripath thing

mlschifter · « **Reply #13 on:** 7 Sep 2005, 01:22 am »

Just to let everyone know that this product is NOT based on the TriPath modules... but another platform...

I'm testing one last circuit change (to be ready when I'm back on the 21st), and then we'll get 'er ready for production...

I can assure everyone that the chassis cosmetic will be lovely...

Thanks so much...

All the best...

mls

BradJudy · « **Reply #14 on:** 7 Sep 2005, 02:22 am »

Quote from: mlschifter

I can assure everyone that the chassis cosmetic will be lovely...

blkwrxwgn · « **Reply #15 on:** 7 Sep 2005, 09:43 pm »

OMG......

I have been waiting for this one.

This and the Monoblocks have been on my mind for a while.

Actually the whole X lineup is going to be in a couple rooms in my home.

dumpy · « **Reply #16 on:** 7 Sep 2005, 10:04 pm »

So....... I'm getting confused, as usual. Is this different than a standard amp?

mlschifter · « **Reply #17 on:** 7 Sep 2005, 11:35 pm »

Quote from: dumpy

So....... I'm getting confused, as usual. Is this different than a standard amp?

This IS (in fact) a digital amplifer...

The unit in question was originally a 30 watt per channel affair at (approximately) 69 dollars...

I would like a tad more power... I'm in the process of reviewing a second design that has more power (about 60 watts per channel / 8 ohms ~ 100 watts per channel into 4 ohms) and a little more flexibility (more about that later)... The issue is price... I believe we would have to be $99 dollars here...

Sonically... this is an amazing design...

Cool...

Thanks...

mls

mlschifter · « **Reply #18 on:** 7 Sep 2005, 11:41 pm »

Quote from: blkwrxwgn

OMG......

I have been waiting for this one.

This and the Monoblocks have been on my mind for a while.

Actually the whole X lineup is going to be in a couple rooms in my home.

It's exciting for us too...

There are a total of 10 new X Products that will all come to to life this and next year...

X-empower (smalll digi integrated)

X-ice (100 watt per channel mono-blocks)

X-head (digital headphone amp)

X-hub (digi pre-amp / dac)

X-tt (a turntable --- no joke)

etc. etc.

Loads of speakers also... (5 models to choose from starting at 89 dollars each)...

All of the electronics above are EXTREMELY well priced... Tons of value and loads of "fun-factor"...

More later... I'm in dial up from China right now... My ADSL is broken...

All the best...

mls

soundboy · « **Reply #19 on:** 8 Sep 2005, 03:08 am »

$99.00 for a good-sounding 60 watts/channel digital integrated amp still sounds good to me.

Can't wait.