All items tagged with audio amplifiers (137)

Bryston Introduces Back to the Future Vintage Amplifier Restoration Program

July 6, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Bryston Introduces Back to the Future Vintage Amplifier Restoration Program

Bryston has introduced a Back to the Future vintage product restoration service, offering existing or prospective users three valuable basic tiers of services that can be purchased individually or combined on each vintage product. From a complete inspection of all electrical and mechanical functions with replacement of appropriate parts, to simple cosmetic upgrades and replacement of output power transistors, Bryston wants to encourage long-lasting ownership.

The Many Takes of Audio Amplifiers in audioXpress July 2022

June 13, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

The Many Takes of Audio Amplifiers in audioXpress July 2022

Read audioXpress July 2022 to learn the latest about Audio Amplification technology, an interesting perspective on audio bandwidth measurements, and read the AXPONA 2022 report. On DIY audio, this issue offers a solid-state, modular preamplifier project by Bruce Heran, the Egg Speaker Amp and System by Reinhardt Metz, and how to achieve a triode sound by Richard Honeycutt. And Ethan Winer describes the input stages for his Guitar-Controlled Synthesizer project.

AudioControl Embraces GaN Performance for New 70-Volt Amplifier Series

May 5, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

AudioControl Embraces GaN Performance for New 70-Volt Amplifier Series

AudioControl is determined to expand its nearly 5-decade long legacy of best-in-class audio solutions by introducing a groundbreaking audio amplifier platform leveraging GaN (Gallium Nitride) semiconductors from GaN Systems. AudioControl engineers say they have created a circuit that establishes a new bar for power and sound quality, now available in the CM Series 4-channel, 3-channel, and 2-channel 70-volt Dual-Mode amplifiers.

Powersoft Introduces DSP Only Fixed Install Range Extension

April 26, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Powersoft Introduces DSP Only Fixed Install Range Extension

Powersoft announced the launch of a product line extension enabling users to enjoy all the benefits of the full Quattrocanali and Duecanali range with “DSP only” versions, making it more accessible and affordable to a wider range of users. The Quattrocanali and Duecanali range of Powersoft amplifiers have been re-engineered to offer a more streamlined option to the market, benefitting from all the advantages onboard DSP delivers in a professional amplifier.

Update Regarding the Supply of Amplifier Tubes from Tube Amp Doctor

March 16, 2022 by Joao Martins

Update Regarding the Supply of Amplifier Tubes from Tube Amp Doctor

It's a known fact that both Ukraine and Russia are important suppliers of raw materials, particularly steel and aluminum, but also many critical parts and components for the electronic industry. The invasion of Ukraine and the resulting sanctions imposed over Russia are obviously having a significant impact over the global supply of tubes. Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH, based in Germany, just released a situation update regarding the supply of amplifier tubes.

Pro Audio Technology Now Shipping Line of Modular Multichannel Amplifiers

March 14, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Pro Audio Technology Now Shipping Line of Modular Multichannel Amplifiers

Amidst worldwide supply chain issues, Pro Audio Technology (PRO) - a manufacturer of high-output loudspeakers and DSP loudspeaker controllers - created the MA series to provide its integrators with a reliable and available amplifier solution for systems designed with PRO and third-party audio products. Originally announced at the time of CEDIA 2021, the new line of modular multichannel amplifiers consists of five models, the MA-4400, MA-4242, MA-9900, MA-9942, and MA-9999.

Voice for True Wireless Earbuds, GaN, and More Exciting Audio Frontiers in audioXpress April 2022

March 11, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Voice for True Wireless Earbuds, GaN, and More Exciting Audio Frontiers in audioXpress April 2022

The April 2022 issue of audioXpress offers an overview of voice for true wireless stereo earbuds with contributed articles from Knowles and Fluent.ai. Stuart Yaniger reviews the possibilities with GaN amplifiers, and Steve Temme explains the evolution of Rub & Buzz measurements and the latest perceptual algorithms. Ethan Winer designs a sample & hold circuit for a guitar-controlled, all-analog synthesizer project, Richard Honeycutt explores the meaning of “frequency response” as applied to rooms, and Mark Driedger explains why and how to test tubes.

Focusrite plc Acquires DSP and Amplifier Experts Linea Research Holdings

March 10, 2022 by Joao Martins

Focusrite plc Acquires DSP and Amplifier Experts Linea Research Holdings

Focusrite plc, the British music and audio conglomerate company that also owns Martin Audio among other brands - and recently created Optimal Audio - announced the acquisition of Linea Research Holdings Ltd, a UK-based designer and manufacturer of professional audio equipment. The acquisition allows Focusrite to add a very strong audio amplifier and signal processing company to the group, while the founders of Linea Research join the fast growing Focusrite Group.

New Higher Power MERUS MA5332MS Class D Audio Amplifier Multichip Module Now Available

February 21, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

New Higher Power MERUS MA5332MS Class D Audio Amplifier Multichip Module Now Available

Unlocking the potential of its best-in-class power MOSFET technology, Infineon Technologies introduced the MERUS 2-channel, analog input, class D audio amplifier multichip module (MCM) MA5332MS, adding a higher power and smaller footprint device to its MERUS technology family. It is a powerful upgrade to its predecessor, offering the same or even higher output power than monolithic alternatives, without a heatsink and 50 percent less footprint.

Audio Electronics - Cascodes, Folded Cascodes, and Current Mirrors (Part 3)

February 2, 2022 by Morty Tarr

Audio Electronics - Cascodes, Folded Cascodes, and Current Mirrors (Part 3)

For those readers following the fascinating article series by Morty Tarr on "Cascodes, Folded Cascodes, and Current Mirrors," this final article in the series contains an additional section with important aspects of amplifier design. In the first two parts of this article series, Tarr discussed the technical merits of cascodes and related circuits. This useful addendum covers a simple test circuit for matching FET devices, the fascinating story of the Blowtorch Line Stage design, and additional notes on inverting and non-inverting amplifier stages and integrators. This article was originally published in audioXpress, December 2021.

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