Administrator Marc Posted November 24, 2017 Administrator Share Posted November 24, 2017 I'm simplifying my alfresco area and giving it a bit of a revamp for Summer. I'm looking for a relatively inexpensive ($500-$600) amplifier to power a pair of Klipsch outdoor speakers. It simply needs RCA low level inputs. I'll be connecting only an Alexa Echo Dot to it as a source. Technically, no volume control is required as I can control that from Alexa. It will be located outside, but under cover and away from direct sunlight and rain. At the moment the only standout is NAD's D 3020 (which does give the added bonus of Bluetooth connectivity). Does anyone have any other small footprint simple amplifier suggestions? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t_mike Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 New or used? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Marc Posted November 24, 2017 Author Administrator Share Posted November 24, 2017 Either is fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joz Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 Your're rich splash out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JSmith Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 55 minutes ago, Marc said: small footprint simple amplifier http://www.rega.co.uk/brio-2017.html Maybe worth a look... no Bluetooth though. JSmith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aasza Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 @Marc Emotiva ? https://www.stereophonic.com.au/emotiva-a-100-flex-amplifier/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Marc Posted November 24, 2017 Author Administrator Share Posted November 24, 2017 Thanks all. The Emotiva looks like a good option with it's auto sense power which would be good for outside also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgehifi Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 (edited) 8 hours ago, Marc said: 'm looking for a relatively inexpensive ($500-$600) amplifier to power a pair of Klipsch outdoor speakers. Schiit Vidar Marc, 9" X 13" X 3.5" Good sound/power/price. The way they're selling I'm sure a used one will come up soon. You'd get it trade price anyway. Or you could strike up an advertising contra deal with Mike Moffat. http://www.schiit.com/products/vidar Cheers George Edited November 24, 2017 by georgehifi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kukynas Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 Yamaha WXA-50... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Marc Posted November 24, 2017 Author Administrator Share Posted November 24, 2017 47 minutes ago, georgehifi said: Schiit Vidar Marc, 9" X 13" X 3.5" Good sound/power/price. The way they're selling I'm sure a used one will come up soon. You'd get it trade price anyway. Or you could strike up an advertising contra deal with Mike Moffat. http://www.schiit.com/products/vidar Cheers George Nice but $1149 locally, a little over the justifiable budget unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgehifi Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 2 minutes ago, Marc said: Nice but $1149 locally, a little over the justifiable budget unfortunately. Go direct, they gave me a good trade price on a Freya, yet to take it up though. And you can do advertising contra with them. Cheers George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Marc Posted November 24, 2017 Author Administrator Share Posted November 24, 2017 Contra doesn't pay our bills unfortunately Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aasza Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 (edited) @Marc Aaron Zone Amp ZA-100 https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/AARON-ZA100-Intergrated-Zone-Amplifier/162742726520 Musical Fidelity V90 http://www.carltonaudiovisual.com.au/clearance-items/musical-fidelity-v90-amp.html Cyrus 8 Integrated https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/CYRUS-8-Integrated-Amplifier/172991132978 Cambridge Audio 'One' has lots of bells and whistles http://www.synergyaudio.com/Cambridge-Audio/Network---Music-Systems/Cambridge-Audio-One--Black----S/N--1404-0446/1305/storeproductdetail.aspx Dayton Audio Power Amp Perhaps http://www.decibelhifi.com.au/dayton-audio-apa150-stereo-mono-power-amplifier/ Slightly Over Budget: Parasound Zamp V3 https://www.sydneyhificastlehill.com.au/shop/micro-mini-hifi/parasound-zamp-v-3-power-amplifier/ AVA Media Maestro 50 https://www.digitalcinema.com.au/ava-media-maestro-50-digital-amplifier.html BRIK Integrated Plus http://www.myav.com.au/epages/mymy7204.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/didi6439/Products/0094[1] Edited November 24, 2017 by aasza Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelossus Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 You can have my integrated for a good price. You can plug a USB drive directly into it and also it has some sort of Apple Connectivity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JukKluk2 Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 Admit it @Marc , this is what you're really after: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naggots Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 There's a Wadia 151 in the classifieds? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiya Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 I have been using Sonos Zoneplayer ZP100s (line in and 4 port ethernet switch) for over 10 years in multiple outdoor zones or @kukynas Yamaha WXA-50, the Multicast system is very impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmc Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 + 1 for Yamaha WXA-50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Marc Posted November 27, 2017 Author Administrator Share Posted November 27, 2017 Thanks for all the suggestions, I've looked all of them up. Yammy's WXA-50 seems to fit the bill I think 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELYAS Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 2 hours ago, Marc said: Thanks for all the suggestions, I've looked all of them up. Yammy's WXA-50 seems to fit the bill I think Hi Marc, I'm in the same boat as you but mine specifically needs an optical IN which that Yammy does have. Did you come across anything else that might fit the criteria in your research? Everything I've looked at that seems to fit the bill is either under powered or lacks an optical input. A separate DAC defeats the purpose of trying to simplify and keep everything neat too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blybo Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 (edited) 32 minutes ago, ELYAS said: Hi Marc, I'm in the same boat as you but mine specifically needs an optical IN which that Yammy does have. Did you come across anything else that might fit the criteria in your research? Everything I've looked at that seems to fit the bill is either under powered or lacks an optical input. A separate DAC defeats the purpose of trying to simplify and keep everything neat too... I know what you mean but what about a dragonfly DAC? I'm in the process of buying a Sonos Connect Amp from a member here to run my alfresco speakers which will just use ethernet connection. Sorry, no optical in. EDIT: Sorry re the Dragonfly, was getting confused with self powering USB DAC's... Edited November 28, 2017 by blybo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmoove Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 Topping TP60 https://www.shenzhenaudio.com/topping-tp60-80wpc-tripath-class-ta2022-digital-amplifier.html Assuming the Klipsch have high (90db+) sensitivity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slawrence436 Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 The Bluesound Powernode2.. I have one currently and for its size and convenience is great. Think.. Node2 with 60 watt amp in a package not much bigger than the node2. I have run several bookshelf speakers with this and it never ceases to amaze me.Might be selling[emoji6] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckinhere Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 Yamaha A-U671 (one if these in the classifieds that's new in box for $310... here) - Small footprint of 314 x 70 x 342 mm - Single stereo RCA input - Has added bonus of inbuilt DAC (for any guests that want to plug in iphone or android. Works without issue with both systems). Has good volume control for low level background music and enough power to get the neighbours knocking on your door after an afternoon on the Pinot Grigio, Alfresco style.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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