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Integra DTA-70.1 THX Certified Amplifier First Look Integra DTA-70.1 THX Certified Amplifier First Look When you consider that the Integra DTA-70.1 has received THX's Ultra2 rating, its a sure bet there are loyal Integra/Onkyo fans that can't wait to get their hands (and ears) on this 50 lbs beast.
NAD M2 Direct Digital Amplifier Preview NAD M2 Direct Digital Amplifier Preview The NAD M2 Direct Digital Amplifier is really sort of a hybrid. It is a traditional amp with non-traditional inputs. It is an integrated amp in spirit but doesn't have all the functionality.
Seymour AV Ice Block 5001 500watt Monoblock Amplifier Review Seymour AV Ice Block 5001 500watt Monoblock Amplifier Review It's not hard to see that I'm impressed with the Seymour AV Ice Block 5001 500watt Monoblock Amplifier. It has plenty of power, great aesthetics, and near perfect functionality.
Emotiva UPA-2 Stereo Amplifier Review Emotiva UPA-2 Stereo Amplifier Review The Emotiva UPA-2 Stereo Amplifier is an incredible solution to turn a $500 AV receiver into a real powerhouse - and for FAR less money than it would cost to buy a comparable quality flagship product.
Axiom Audio A1400-8 Digital Multi-Channel Amplifier Review Axiom Audio A1400-8 Digital Multi-Channel Amplifier Review Axiom Audio has redefined performance expectations of Class D amplifiers with their A1400-8. Sporting 200 watts per channel all channels driver, this amp is a real space saver.
Bryston SST² Series Amplifiers Bryston SST² Series Amplifiers Bryston’s SST amplifier line begins with the 2B SST (100 watts per channel 8-ohms, 180 per channel 4-ohms at $2650 US) to the 28B SST (1000 watts mono into 8-ohms at $8000 US).
Seymour AV ICE Block Monoblocks Seymour AV ICE Block Monoblocks Seymour AV was showing off their ICE Block amps at the Audioholics State of the CE Union event. They had two of their new Ice Block amplifiers on display. Both were the $1299 1000w models.
Emotiva XPA-2 Two Channel Amplifier Review Emotiva XPA-2 Two Channel Amplifier Review The Emotiva XPA-2 is a two-channel amplifier is one of the most powerful, highest value amplifiers we've reviewed to date. It is a lone wolf in a pasture of sheepish amplifiers.
Rotel RMB-1085 Power Amplifier Review Rotel RMB-1085 Power Amplifier Review At only 100 watts, I couldn't say that the RMB-1085 was a huge improvement over the internal amps of my receiver with my 8 ohm speakers. It does have an undeniable cool factor and plenty of power.
Denon POA-A1HDCI 10 Channel Power Amplifier Review Denon POA-A1HDCI 10 Channel Power Amplifier Review Review: The Denon POA-A1HDCI 10 channel audio amplifier offers a slew of connectivity features and power few multi-channel amps can match. Its rated at 150wpx x 10 but can be bridged for double power.