Hi folks,
I have a m-audio av32.1 system, the amplifier however gave up after some 3 years of usage. I've been looking around for a reasonable replacement (2.1 plate) but it's all either TPA-based or $200+ module plates.
The m-audio was $150, so by reasonable I mean something that would replace it, instead of going for a new. I just hate throwing stuff out.. The $50 TPA3118 plate would fit that nicely, I just don't trust any of the reviews on junk coming from China. Is it at least somewhat decent (noise/power)? Will it do the job? The m-audio's can handle 20W RMS (monitor) and 70W RMS (sub). By job I mean powering the leftover speakers in my garage - no audiophile expectations whatsoever.
PS: Perhaps it does not have to be a plate. I was thinking some class AB 2.1 monolyth, secondhand with LP crossover on the center.. Stupid or not?
Thanks.
P
I have a m-audio av32.1 system, the amplifier however gave up after some 3 years of usage. I've been looking around for a reasonable replacement (2.1 plate) but it's all either TPA-based or $200+ module plates.
The m-audio was $150, so by reasonable I mean something that would replace it, instead of going for a new. I just hate throwing stuff out.. The $50 TPA3118 plate would fit that nicely, I just don't trust any of the reviews on junk coming from China. Is it at least somewhat decent (noise/power)? Will it do the job? The m-audio's can handle 20W RMS (monitor) and 70W RMS (sub). By job I mean powering the leftover speakers in my garage - no audiophile expectations whatsoever.
PS: Perhaps it does not have to be a plate. I was thinking some class AB 2.1 monolyth, secondhand with LP crossover on the center.. Stupid or not?
Thanks.
P
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