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Category: Power amplifiers

  • The New nx2-Amplifier: a 100W CFA Power Amp

    The nx2 produces >100W into 8 ohms and >200W into 4 Ohms both channels driven. At 100W into 8 ohms, the measured distortion is below 30ppm while at 200W, it is below 40ppm. The amplifier features 700ns rise/fall times and an EF2 output stage using three pairs of output devices, allowing it to drive difficult…

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  • Why I Design Current Feedback Amplifiers

    A considerable amount has been written about voltage feedback amplifiers (VFA) over the years, but comparatively little attention has been paid to current feedback (CFA) types.  Both Robert Cordell and Douglas Self focus almost exclusively on VFAs, with little to no in-depth analysis or consideration of CFAs as viable alternatives to the prevailing VFA-dominated linear…

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  • Hifisonix Ripple Eater PSU for the sx and kx-Amplifiers

    The PCB’s are  through hole plated and silk screened and are available from Jim’s Audio here: Ripple Eater PSU for kx and sx Amplifiers (please note these PCB’s are not available from the Hifisonix Shop) Here is an Excel file with the BOM:  Ripple Eater PSU BOM The BOM is provided for assistance – always…

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