Product Description: AudioSource Amp 100 is a power amplifier that is versatile enough to be used to drive speakers with different impedance ratings in stereo mode. Ot also allows bridging the 2 separate internal amp circuits for higher power sound to one channel. Though designed for home use, the bridge-application makes this suitable for use in bars and restaurants, where stereo channeling might not be considered, but high quality output is definitely an issue. Unswitched 400 Watts Power Outlet Bridgeable Outlets Rubber Vibration-Damping Feet AudioSource 1-Year Warranty Unit Dimensions - 2.9 x 16.5 x 9.25
Amazon.com Product Description: A favorite of audiophiles everywhere, the AudioSource Amp 100 two-channel power amplifier is built to deliver powerful music, pure and simple, with few extra controls to get in the way. Listeners can use the Amp 100 as an independent stereo amp (50 watts x 2 into 8 ohms) when used with a preamp, as a second zone amplifier in multi-room applications, or as a rear-channel amplifier in a 6.1- and 7.1-channel system. Combine the Amp 100 with an additional monoblock amp (the Amp 100 delivers 150 watts RMS of bridged power) and a preamp and listeners can independently drive two front left/right speakers or two rear speakers, further clarifying each channel to create dynamic, high-end sound. To connect additional components to the amp, use the included stereo inputs with automatic priority override (for connecting to a source such as a receiver, CD player, or preamplifier) or the auxiliary output for creating a multi-amp setup.
The amp boasts a precise frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz and total harmonic distortion of 0.02 percent. Additional features include A, B, or A+B speaker selector switches, front-panel mounted volume and balance knobs, and five-way binding posts that work with both bare wire and banana plugs. Plus, at 16.5 by 2.9 by 9.25 inches (W x H x D), the device should fit comfortably in most rack mount or home entertainment setups. All AudioSource amps are backed by a two-year warranty on parts and labor.
What's in the Box Amp 100 amplifier, user's manual.
AudioSource Amp 100 I was looking for a specific solution for my outdoor speaker needs; I wanted to run my outdoor Yamaha speakers in mono mode as they were situated in different areas of the backyard and stereo would not have worked very well. After a bit of online research I came upon AudioSource Amps. At first glance the entry level 100 appeared rather basic but I didn't need an additional receiver or a powerhouse amp (it's just for background music) so it seemed to be the right solution. I read numerous other reviews that indicated I was on the right track.
Amazon shipped quickly and I was self installing. The printed manual wasn't crystal clear - to me at least - and as I didn't want to blow my speakers due to miswiring I called in to the free support line. I was quickly connected to a live person (who wasn't located on the other side of the world) who confimed that I was wiring correctly for a mono application and the rest of it was easy.
I'm very pleased with the 100; I only run it at 1/4 volume and that's plenty for outside listening. Any more and conversation would be difficult and the neighbors might start to get annoyed. It's turned out to be an affordable, simple solution for me.
JUNK!! My GF bought this amp as a present for me, and now she's very unhappy. We opened the shipping box, which was 5 times the size needed, removed the amp and hooked it up. We couldn't get it to do anything advertised! Nothing hooked up to it produced any sound. Only the green "ON" light and the red speaker lights worked. I called the 800 number for tech support at the mfgr. of this AudiolessSource Amp 100, and, after the normal recorded voice menu, when transferred, the phone just rang and rang. No support or customer service!! It went back today!!
Works Great! Used in the home office with two inputs, one from a DVD/CD desktop player and another from my computer SoundBlaster card, through to two Sony speakers. No B speakers hooked up. The performance is excellent and the line sensing feature works perfectly. The system turns the green power light to red (same as the line A regular color) when there is no line feed of sound. The only time this has not worked well was on just one YouTube video I was watching where the sound was very weak and the amp kept sensing it should shut down. Other than that one time, with the DVD/CD desktop and the sound card feeds, it works really good. Fry's Electronics was $149 for this, and when I got it on Amazon it was $84.99 plus free shipping. I recommend this if you want a nice amp for your computer or a remote amp for some back room house speakers.
Getting the job done The $100.00 dollar Audio Source Amp 100 took its place in my music room and was integrated into my $ 20,000 McIntosh system to provide some center channel sweetness by driving a pair of Focal SIB .5's. So far, it is performing in a most satisfactory manner and is doing exactly what I purchased it to do. I also use it alone with the Focals when recording albums and cassettes to CD, when I do not need to use my McIntosh amp and Phase Technology 10.5 Phase Coherent speakers. It does not run hot even when being pushed, and has shown no signs of clipping at moderately high volume levels. If it is hooked up correctly and manufacturer reccomendations are followed, I see no reason for problems some other reviewers encountered.
High end sound entry level price I bought this amp for use as a power amp for my main system as my carver receiver amp section went bad.So i am using this with my carver as a pre amp.And i can honesty say that i enjoy the sound of this better than my carver when it was working right.This little amp will stand toe to toe with amps costing thousands more.With that said i bought another one and have them biamped with my paradigm studio refernce 60 speakers.For a about 170.00total cost of these you can't go wrong.I've been into audio for a while now and for the price these little babies can't be beat.
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