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  • @cheapaudioman
    @cheapaudioman  Před měsícem +6

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  • @mikeyang6840
    @mikeyang6840 Před měsícem +22

    The Chinese power amps need to specify RMS power ratings instead of peak power!

  • @7.12_am
    @7.12_am Před měsícem +56

    Is this what happens when you leave him home alone? He just starts putting on shaving cream in the living room?

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  Před měsícem +15

      pretty much

    • @user-mz6lt2pr9s
      @user-mz6lt2pr9s Před měsícem +1

      Looks like rabies but he still has the beard. Guess the shaving cream needs a razor.

    • @roadfordays
      @roadfordays Před měsícem

      They have medication for this behavior

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  Před 29 dny +1

      @@roadfordays I’m on a ton. Looks like a need to go back to the psychiatrist for a tune up

  • @clarencehoover6748
    @clarencehoover6748 Před měsícem +5

    Separate power supplies make sense for a variety of reasons. One practical logistical reason is when your monoblocks are located a large distance apart.

  • @JoMiTo83
    @JoMiTo83 Před měsícem +7

    Super cool, I would like a 2.1 preamp with mono amps like this. It should include a crossover dial as well.

  • @nicksparey9506
    @nicksparey9506 Před měsícem +4

    Great review, V3 Mono's with Sparkos Op Amps? Also how's the gain compared to the ZA3? I'm considering using my current ZA3's (with Sparko's) to drive the bass units on my Martin Logans and getting a pair of V3 Mono's to drive the Stat panels, obviously the Sparko's would be better used in the V3 Monos.

  • @robsandler1818
    @robsandler1818 Před měsícem +10

    Great Review, just wanted to let you know that FOSI is having quality control issues. There have been numerous reports of issues with the ZA3 and I experienced one of them. I purchased a ZA3 from their initial offering and then I like it so much, I purchased a 2nd from the their 3rd (i believe) run so that I can run them as Mono blocks. I connected them to my preamp so I set them both to Max Volume. Well newest ZA3 is putting out about 75% of the wattage as the old one. I reached out to customer suppport and this is yet unresolved.

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  Před měsícem +8

      keep trying. I'd always buy through amazon though too as you have their customer support and you can leave feedback on the product. seems like nothing gets a company's attention faster than a 1 star review. I've heard good things about their customer service though. if you still can't get a resolution on it then let me know somehow and I'll send a message over to them

    • @robsandler1818
      @robsandler1818 Před měsícem +2

      @@cheapaudioman Thanks for your help. You're my "GoTo" audio equipment reviewer.

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  Před měsícem +5

      @@robsandler1818 lol. You may want to seek more qualified help…

    • @owenlaprath4135
      @owenlaprath4135 Před měsícem +1

      You have NO quality control "issue". Between different runs, they will take whatever chips are available, and different chips will have different programming and parameters, meaning, they will be DIFFERENT chips. These are NOT the old analogue days, when transistors would match, and resistors would be inserted to match levels!
      If you do not match the amps to exactly equal versions, you are in a mammary-glands up position!

  • @crisjr6478
    @crisjr6478 Před měsícem +2

    I just got that fosi audio amp/speaker switcher. Its awesome. VU meters are life.

    • @psysword
      @psysword Před měsícem

      Got the Za3 monoamps. Satisfied for a couple of years. Rocks like a champ.

  • @larrygaines7462
    @larrygaines7462 Před měsícem +3

    They actually listened to the 3255 cult ,had this running for a year. My Diy disabled budget, hi tech 2.1 system, is quite adequate accurate and loud as car systems . Ooh the look in their eyes. Priceless!

  • @unbornchiken
    @unbornchiken Před měsícem +1

    Hi Randy! How do you think the v3 mono compares (sound quality-wise) with AVRs like the Marantz NR5015 or similar?

  • @insertnamehere8121
    @insertnamehere8121 Před měsícem +2

    Fosi, keep doing what you’re doing!

  • @JoeOrber
    @JoeOrber Před měsícem

    That Harry’s section is worth the video itself hahaha 😂… wow, these speakers are amazing paired with these “little” amps from Fosi Audio. Separating the power supply from the amp is a very wise option because of two main reasons: heat generation, induced distortion and cabinet size. Wait, so that’s three reasons 🤨… thank you for the great content, having the dB meter interactively helps a lot to show what a real-life experience with these amps and speakers would be, instead of others just showing a bench with oscilloscopes and a computer; those are helpful too, but in a very different way. Keep up the great work 😊

  • @d.r.martin6301
    @d.r.martin6301 Před měsícem

    For 13 years I've been living with a Crown XLS class D amp and have been happy with it. In a musical sense, has the state of the Class D art advanced substantially with the advent of these little Chi Fi amps? Would they be musically superior? I've been thinking of trying the Fosi ZA3. Do these new monoblock Fosi's make even more sense?

  • @SUBtrauma
    @SUBtrauma Před měsícem

    This might be a dumb question, but if I wanted to use this on a single sub, could I design/build a crossover, and just 3d print an enclosure for it and run the wires through? I'm super new to audio stuff, and keeping car, live, hifi, and surround peripherals straight has been tough.

  • @AudioFPP
    @AudioFPP Před měsícem +5

    Fossi and Douk audio are pretty innovative for affordable portable audio systems.

    • @AudioFPP
      @AudioFPP Před měsícem

      does anyone know? how I can get aknowledge by Randy on here? I really enjoy his content. I know he has alot of things on his mind. Could it be the algorythems for the phone app on the google playstore? or outdated android software?

  • @blinkingmanchannel
    @blinkingmanchannel Před měsícem +2

    I love the grin when he's expecting it to distort and it doesn't. What do you do with the power brick? In my mind, this is an easy insertion into an existing setup, then gradually deal with DAC and streamer(s). I guess I can use gaffer tape to hide the amps on the back of the speakers...

  • @aeon7748
    @aeon7748 Před měsícem

    What has a fuller sound, two of these in mono or one Schiit Gjallarhorn? I'm considering this for nearfield for a Desktop setup, my listening levels are not that high.

  • @timbacchus
    @timbacchus Před měsícem

    Is your audio tester an app on your phone? Where can I get it? Did your watt meter indicate 200 watts?

  • @sparklemotionguitars
    @sparklemotionguitars Před měsícem +1

    I have the ZA3. I liked it so much that I bought 43 more and are using them as mono blocks in my multi-sampled system. with the Sparkos op-amps, they're remarkable

    • @10sassafras
      @10sassafras Před měsícem

      I’m guessing there are a couple of commas missing. 😂

    • @psysword
      @psysword Před měsícem

      Lol

  • @KimmoJaskari
    @KimmoJaskari Před měsícem

    I do need two more channels of amplification for my home theater... this may be the way. I went ahead and pledged a pair of these. My Marantz Cinema 70s is working great with 5.1 but it can do 7.1 - and with full pre-outs, these will be perfect to drive my main stereo pair and take that load off the weak internal amp.

  • @michaelwright1602
    @michaelwright1602 Před měsícem +6

    Thanks Randy! I was wondering when you would get a pair of these, so that means we will be able to purchase real soon! I have a single ZA3 running a pair of the Magnepan LRS+ speakers, and the little Fosi did not have any issues, it drove them easily without even breaking a sweat. No distortion at high volume, incredible separation and it simply sounded very very good. My only complaint, is the dimensionality of the amp, but that is an inherent issue with all Class D amps. The Class D amps are very two dimensional, vs a Class A/B and its 3 dimensionality. But, I will be purchasing a pair of these Fosi V3 mono blocks, as they are just simply too cool not to own.

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  Před měsícem +7

      that's bananas you can drive Maggies with these. I heard a great podcast from John Darko about THD. I think if an amp has really low thd and doesn't have a lot of even order harmonics it reduces the 3 dimentiality of the sound. in the race to the lowest THD I think some companies have forgotten that some even order harmonics (distortion) is actually a very good thing. tube folks have known about it for years and care not about measurements

    • @michaelwright1602
      @michaelwright1602 Před měsícem +5

      @@cheapaudioman So true on the THD and "distortion". I run a pair of the Zu DW6 Supremes with a 10w tube amp and they sound incredible. But, back to the Maggies, yes this silly little ZA3 did not even flinch or even get warm after around two hours of listening, which really impressed me. I then drug out my 800 pound first gen Emotiva XPA2, the Fosi went back in the box. That old Emotiva amp will simply not go away.

    • @michaelkaiser5994
      @michaelkaiser5994 Před měsícem +2

      @@michaelwright1602I know what you mean. Using a first gen XPA 3.

    • @quaternion
      @quaternion Před měsícem

      ​@@cheapaudiomanThat's the reason why you can add even order harmonics with ESS DAC's. Not every manufacturer implemented that functionality but it's there.

    • @michaelwright1602
      @michaelwright1602 Před měsícem

      @@michaelkaiser5994 I have had folks tell me these first gen XPA amps are not musical. I had the Parasound A23+ in here, and actually prefer the sound out of the XPA. I also had one of Emo's new DR2-XPA units, and it sounded sterile and lifeless, like a Class D amp. I then went to Zu speakers and had no real need for these amps, as I went to tubes. But, I keep that old XPA2 in the house, it is one of those, "In an Emergency, Break Glass" pieces of gear I feel I must keep.

  • @9mmmike642
    @9mmmike642 Před měsícem +8

    All hail Wayne Static. RIP. Great shirt, Randy.

  • @rupertherbert594
    @rupertherbert594 Před měsícem

    thanks for the video (and for leave your beard on) :)
    Which preamplifier could you suggest for control these two little beasts?

  • @kevinmcgrath3591
    @kevinmcgrath3591 Před měsícem +2

    you'd get about 13,300 of these for the price of that $4m system at Axpona, thats 3,192,000 watts - its a no brainer (speakers extra)

  • @OnEMoReTrY121
    @OnEMoReTrY121 Před měsícem

    Are you going to be reviewing the Emotiva XC1 or XC2? I have a C2+ and audio clarity is a bit rough for anything off axis. Debating buying an XC2 but waiting on reviews.

  • @CalCobra
    @CalCobra Před měsícem

    Got up early to hit the Kick Starter Fosi V3 Early Bird and landed a pair of V3's with PSUs (and a free tshirt before their Kick Starter early bird sold out, it sold out in about 30 minutes, amazing!
    Can't wait to get these, going to go full XLR, now just need to decide which XLR preamp (with tone controls) to get, perhaps the Douk Audio T8 PRO, just not sure I want the tubes. 🤔

  • @MechAdv
    @MechAdv Před měsícem

    I can totally see this thing being awesome for some DIY subwoofers filtered through a miniDSP or a cheap Dayton LF DSP. Wonder if it would immediately go into protection with a 2 ohm load. 😅

  • @maxjasmine
    @maxjasmine Před měsícem +14

    The Harry's commercial made me forget the real reason for the video.

  • @SlotHits777
    @SlotHits777 Před měsícem +24

    That new Fosi monoblock is the bees-knees of hifi amps at low cost.. but highly recommend separate power supply for each amp

    • @skankhunt420
      @skankhunt420 Před měsícem

      There's power strips for hifi, like one from dynavox.
      They usually bring the silence people are looking for

    • @rakitakhan
      @rakitakhan Před měsícem +1

      I have 2 of the Aiyima A07 Max's running a set of Delcoid LM-1 satellites and matching sub. The sub is a pain to run but these work nicely. The amps seem a bit treble forward but I can deal with it. That said, I think I'll be going back to a class A/B amp soon.

    • @SlotHits777
      @SlotHits777 Před měsícem

      @@rakitakhan imo, not really a sub amp.. mains, center, surrounds are better use case

    • @rakitakhan
      @rakitakhan Před měsícem +2

      @@SlotHits777What I'm running is a sub/sat system...into the sub and out to the sats. This isn't a sloppy POS sub. These speakers are over 40 yrs old and now would now cost about $7k to $8k. I used to drive them with a GAS Ampzilla. The Aiyima amps DO sound good and they drive the sub with no issues. I just prefer the sound of an A/B amp.

  • @Simplyflyit
    @Simplyflyit Před 26 dny

    Utilizing a reasonably good sounding Tube pre amp can really help to overcome some of the ( very few) shortcomings of this amplifier. Currently I am listening to the Aiyma 6A2 pre amplifier, with a pair of Nobsound G2 pro mono amps. This cheap little pre amp delivery the holographic image lacking from the already decent soundstage the tp3255 amps are known to produce. Add's a bit of magic, presence... mid range bliss and with a lot more ( noise free ) gain. Oh.. and don't forget to power the whole kit with lithium polymer batteries.. I use a set of 6s 5000mAh 90c lipos for the main channel amps , and an additional 3s 5000mAh to power the pre amp. Heaven for peanuts

  • @owenlaprath4135
    @owenlaprath4135 Před měsícem

    Ever try the Dayton Audio line by PartsExpress?
    I have: APA150 (still on sale), APA102BT (still on sale), DTA100a (long since discontinued), and love 'em all!
    The baby DTA100a is my desk computer-amp, and I hope it lasts forever, same wish for the other 2, which are in the living room (APA150) and library (APA102BT)!

  • @wenzdaze4018
    @wenzdaze4018 Před měsícem +1

    I noticed FA has an option for 2 monos with 2 48v/10A I think that would be better with noise

  • @robertendsley8312
    @robertendsley8312 Před měsícem +1

    So obviously you need a preamp to control volume. What did you hook them up to? Does it fine with two power supplies?

  • @EastTexasHomestead
    @EastTexasHomestead Před měsícem

    I totally laughed out loud when you stated placing shaving cream all over your face 🤣 Best sponsored spot ever

  • @jerome1645
    @jerome1645 Před měsícem +1

    Hi ! I bought two ZA3 two months ago and I love them. But these V3 Mono looks fantastic with the auto off and no volume knob. Are they sonically better than the ZA3 ? Should I sell my ZA3 to buy these ??? Thanks !

    • @pierredelux2319
      @pierredelux2319 Před měsícem

      I did the same and wondering the same too... do I upgrade!?!

  • @SlotHits777
    @SlotHits777 Před měsícem +1

    were you using the single power with shared power cable or separate power for each amp? another channel reviewer had distortion problem quite obvious when he used one power supply, but it was fixed when used separate power supplies

    • @danmarjenka6361
      @danmarjenka6361 Před měsícem

      He said he was using the single power supply with the splitter. Maybe Fosi has already fixed the buzz issue that was occurring with earlier units.

  • @bpalpha
    @bpalpha Před měsícem +1

    I've been waiting for a decent simple mono power amp for a while. I hope other manufactures catch on. Kind of wished you'd picked a common song (GnR Sweet Child O' Mine?) and run it through this system giving us a description of the amps "characteristics"? How you felt about the songs quality in playback. Those Emotivas look REALLY sweet. I want my next system to be towers rather than the 2.1 I'm running now.

    • @kadajawi2
      @kadajawi2 Před měsícem

      Andrew Robinsons review of these Ti based amps wasn't that... great (in his case it was the Wiim Amp). I wouldn't expect too much out of these. But it all depends on your speakers. If you have decent ones and some money, try the Purifi-based DIY kits. Or the HypeX Nilai-based kits.

  • @paulmcdonough9595
    @paulmcdonough9595 Před měsícem

    Does anyone know if you can order a second PSU for these, so that I can locate each amp behind their respective speaker without having to use the 'Y' cable?

  • @rayr4320
    @rayr4320 Před měsícem

    You are becoming an extraordinary sales spokesperson.

  • @jp93309
    @jp93309 Před měsícem

    What is the continuous power rating for 8ohm at 20hz-20khz, 2 channels driven? So I can compare that with what my avr produces.

    • @joshjames541
      @joshjames541 Před měsícem

      These are monobloc so it’s just one channel driven and the Fosi website says 120w at 8ohm with the 48v PSU

  • @blinkingmanchannel
    @blinkingmanchannel Před měsícem +1

    Hey, now that I'm thinking about this: What other device would do a better job of amplification, at any price, below the tested output of 88 dB? I'm literally thinking this is the best dB/$ (full stop) at any price, no? (I'm assuming I will get heat sink off Amazon for $-nothing.) The only other value-added component in the chain is the DAC, right? (Wall power...DAC...Fosi... speakers.)

    • @kadajawi2
      @kadajawi2 Před měsícem +1

      Better job at amplication? Benchmark AHB2. Yes, it is more expensive, but it is as close to perfection as you can get.

    • @blinkingmanchannel
      @blinkingmanchannel Před měsícem +1

      @@kadajawi2But dude! That's a little more than 10x the money... But it would be fun to hear it all well enough to get picky about choices made in the recording studio. Todd Rundgren used to talk about that.

  • @myfreakyvalentine
    @myfreakyvalentine Před měsícem

    Be nice to know how they perform with more subtle sonic characteristics, detail, imaging etc.. My old 150w p/c power amp also pumps hard, but it's not the best in all areas.

  • @MrAzeker
    @MrAzeker Před měsícem +12

    Ask them to build one with a GaN MOSFET.

    • @azar3006
      @azar3006 Před měsícem +2

      According to Bruno Putzi “ the father of class D” GaN FET makes a difference in 100k HZ plus range, well beyond human hearing !

  • @michaelsparrow4798
    @michaelsparrow4798 Před měsícem +1

    Yes, it has an XLR connector, but is that input truly/fully balanced?

  • @michaelmcanulty9642
    @michaelmcanulty9642 Před měsícem +2

    What app are you using to measure dB? I have my SSCS5 speakers connected. Testing different amps.

  • @stevefink6913
    @stevefink6913 Před měsícem +2

    Awesome ! Perhaps you could persuade them to make an equally high quality FM Tuner/Pre to drive them, w/presets !! Big Fan of your Channels & Patience (watched Live Stream yesterday) !!

  • @WireHedd
    @WireHedd Před měsícem +2

    ***must resist GAS/FOMO urge to buy!!!***
    These look awesome and I am seriously trying to find a way to justify buying a pair with a new set of speakers but ARRRGG I have too many as it is.
    Time to sell something. LOL
    Thanks for this one Randy. You looked like you had an absolute blast with these.

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  Před měsícem +2

      tons of fun. I think that it also had something to do with the speakers

  • @jonfoss3437
    @jonfoss3437 Před měsícem

    I just ordered the marantz steteo 70s, will i be happy?

  • @asphaltcandy
    @asphaltcandy Před měsícem

    Oh GOD FUNNY ! refreshing!!!!!! Coming back for more!

  • @ludikonj8927
    @ludikonj8927 Před měsícem

    What would you recommend for polk r700 speakers?
    I don't have much choice in my part of the planet... And I seen these in the guitar shop, i think they would be nice for my size of the room and my type of music 😁

    • @danmarjenka6361
      @danmarjenka6361 Před měsícem

      Not these. They might clip and damage your $$$$ Polks.

  • @MultiRalvarado
    @MultiRalvarado Před měsícem +1

    Yes we need the balanced PreAmp. I don’t like a single power supply for 2 amps with a split cable 😂, its like have a single amp. In other channel mentioned the noise of that power supply. I tested 2 V3s to supply power for a bi wire speakers and was awesome. Try that and compare, i believe its cheaper and more balanced sound. Did you find something different in soundstage?. 🤦🏻‍♂️please don’t say the soundstage was awesome listening electronic music produced by a synthesizer!

  • @rene2666
    @rene2666 Před měsícem

    Hi, i use an old Denon PMA 560 with Wharfedale evo 4.1 and when its on but not playing music you can hear a kind of noise like "sssss"
    What can i do to stop it?
    Thanks

    • @tnyut4588
      @tnyut4588 Před měsícem

      For sharing my experience...I had the same problem when connected to TV.I selected to the other sources but no "ssss".I changed a new rca cables to TV and it solved!...Hope it be useful.

  • @Simon_Hawkshaw
    @Simon_Hawkshaw Před měsícem

    I will be getting 2 of these Fosi V3 Monos in a short while. Thank you so much for sharing this with us all. I don't think they should slow down their product releases, as long as their quality is high and possibly improves on previous releases. I'm glad you shared 'Harry's' products. My nickname since junior school! 😂😂 But I'm confused. You and my beard back but get sponsored by shaving products! 😂😂😂😂 Take care, brother. BTW, please share the name of your phone sonic apps, thanks.

  • @feronous8207
    @feronous8207 Před měsícem

    Much for Free Range Pomeranian Taco? Also.. How does this compare to the Topping LA90 ??

  • @Monkeyseemonkey79
    @Monkeyseemonkey79 Před měsícem

    Staging then side-by-side = blocking air vents?

  • @killebrewje
    @killebrewje Před měsícem

    I like seeing the story boards in the office area. At least I think they are story boards?

  • @andreasr6632
    @andreasr6632 Před měsícem

    Can i use a pair of those straight with a Wiim Pro Plus or do i need a pre amp for volume control?

    • @KimmoJaskari
      @KimmoJaskari Před měsícem

      You need a pre-amp. If you want to regulate the volume at any rate.

  • @GGray-gg4yn
    @GGray-gg4yn Před měsícem

    Harry's is the best 60 seconds on Utube !!
    Me the young version of the old Handel's Messiah guy.

  • @Hookem46911
    @Hookem46911 Před 13 dny

    Hoping you would compare the XLR and RCA outputs. My ZA3 with 3 Sparko's opmaps XLR output sounds way better than the RCA outputs. If possible could you please A/B the outputs on the ZA3 and the Z3 mono blocks. Being the owner of the Z3 and the ZA3 with 3 Sparko's opamps some A/B testing of the XLR/RCA outputs would be helpful for persons who might be considering purchasing the Z3 monoblocks.

  • @dustins869
    @dustins869 Před měsícem

    What is the song playing at 7:56?

  • @BobbyExcellence
    @BobbyExcellence Před měsícem +5

    When they went to Stripes and ran out of Copenhagen 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. That's phenominal, bro. I have seen that roughneck reaction 😂😂

  • @skankhunt420
    @skankhunt420 Před měsícem

    Daaamn, "discount fruits" is already banging, only through my tablet speakers 😂
    Didn't knew that about you, Randy 😅

  • @bjmarchives
    @bjmarchives Před měsícem

    I ordered a pair of ZA3 with 48v psu for mono. Haven’t opened them. Wondering what to do..

    • @34332
      @34332 Před měsícem

      Sell them, get the V3 Mono's. No load dependency, signal autodetect. No volume knob.

  • @chiefanalyst1163
    @chiefanalyst1163 Před měsícem

    I hate ads. However, the Harry’s ad was better than any ad during the last Superbowl. Very amusing and actually watched the whole thing.

  • @xerosphoenix
    @xerosphoenix Před měsícem

    So...how does this compare to a schiit gjallarhorn or other higher end stuff?

  • @barneyrubble9309
    @barneyrubble9309 Před měsícem +1

    The usual Fosi launch....not a single bad comment despite the issue they admit to having with the noise when running them off a single psu.
    As if volume is any type of test of sound quality!!
    Needs xlr for mono blocks cos you want them closer to the speakers

  • @bossDmaster
    @bossDmaster Před měsícem

    I hate sponsers but I get it. Your bit was the best one I have seen. Well done.

  • @kmecaj82
    @kmecaj82 Před měsícem

    Would anyone recommend an outdoor amplifier, 4 channel, WiFi, AirPlay, Bluetooth ? I have 4 DT AW650 speakers to power.

  • @buckaroobonsi555
    @buckaroobonsi555 Před měsícem

    Copenhagen wow we are rocking it old school! That was my Dad's poison of chooice for many many years! I did not know it was still a thing in 2024! LOL

  • @kadajawi2
    @kadajawi2 Před měsícem

    I was hoping for something like this, though not a mono variant. Give me an affordable stereo power amp so I can power my rear speakers. The regular V3 has the problem that it has a volume knob...

  • @andreasr6632
    @andreasr6632 Před měsícem

    I see on their page advertising them to power even bigger setups as dedicated amps for each speaker but how can the signal be splitted in 5 amps?

    • @leetaylor13
      @leetaylor13 Před měsícem

      AV amps can use plenty of surround channels.
      I've ordered 4 and want an additional 2 for a 3 way active stereo setup (separate amp for each bass, mid, tweeter, both left and right).

    • @joshjames541
      @joshjames541 Před měsícem

      The Schiit audio surround pre amp called Syn for $399 has 5.1 channel pre out so would be a good option for someone wanting 120w per channel from five of these amps, and a good pre amp. No other AVR setup for under a grand (that I’m aware of) is going to be pushing out 120w per channel with all channels driven.

  • @PhillioDoede
    @PhillioDoede Před měsícem

    This is going in the right direction though I'd rather see a dual mono design like this in a 3/4 or full sized component chassis with the PS built in because what good is one and at this kind of power the small foot print doesn't make any sense. Also I really hope Fosi has a pre-amp coming to pair with this, 3-4 inputs, subwoofer out and a remote would be perfect.

  • @Brian_Romska
    @Brian_Romska Před měsícem +1

    Nice job with the sponsor Randy! these amps are that good for $300 a pair? What a time to be alive!!!

    • @kadajawi2
      @kadajawi2 Před měsícem

      I'm not so sure about that... there's a ton of hype around these days. Remember when the XTZ Edge A2-300 was heavily hyped? It's pretty good (perhaps better than this? And also quite affordable), but there are better amps. Saboton sounds terrible on the XTZ, while a NAD C298 makes it much more listenable. On my Benchmark AHB2 it actually sounds good. There are differences.
      That being said, I'd be curious to buy this (well, I'd prefer a stereo variant at a lower price tag) to power my rears, but I'd absolutely connect my fronts to them to see how good the Ti-amps actually are.

    • @joshjames541
      @joshjames541 Před měsícem

      It’s closer to $220 for a pair. I backed the a kickstarter campaign for three of these with three 48v PSUs and added three RCA cables so I can run these off my Denon AVR to power LCR channels. Was $360ish with the cables, around $330 for three without the cables

  • @Kclerie
    @Kclerie Před měsícem

    On the kick starter page but I can't figure out how to buy them?

    • @ricochet243
      @ricochet243 Před měsícem

      What did you go for in the end?

  • @jasonromich9919
    @jasonromich9919 Před měsícem

    These look nice, but i just purchaed 2, AO7 max's. Theyll do the job for now and at half the price, 140 for 2.

  • @gibstera5580
    @gibstera5580 Před měsícem

    I have a single ZA3, and I was just wondering if this new amp in conjunction with the ZA3, both in mono, will work?

    • @joshjames541
      @joshjames541 Před měsícem +2

      I think the issue will be volume matching because the ZA3 has the volume knob and this doesn’t. Probably some way to sort it out with the pre amp I guess.

  • @scrivs1976
    @scrivs1976 Před měsícem

    Heavy on the "Pimp My ride/Cribs" vibe 😗

  • @mattwilkie5696
    @mattwilkie5696 Před měsícem

    5 amp or 10 amp power supply? I’m just curious it’s asking on kick starter. If the amp can’t draw more than 5 amp would you really need more?

  • @MarkShank
    @MarkShank Před měsícem +9

    He’s back in the lab! I love it. I have to be honest, those curtains in his living room scare me. I’m afraid my wife will see me watching the video and get ideas.

  • @Gary_J
    @Gary_J Před měsícem

    What's that db app called? Cheers

  • @ENGBriseB
    @ENGBriseB Před měsícem

    Sill the best audio Man to Watch. Thanks for making it still entertaining event though i have a good setup. Or do i ?

  • @matthawthorne-gu1zd
    @matthawthorne-gu1zd Před měsícem +16

    The music used in this video is so irritating....

  • @mylesm3853
    @mylesm3853 Před měsícem

    What would be the best way to add a subwoofer?

    • @leetaylor13
      @leetaylor13 Před měsícem

      What do you want to add a subwoofer to? The A3 mono will drive a modest 4 ohm sub but is goimg to be a good choice in only a few situations.

    • @Fidelity_Sound
      @Fidelity_Sound Před měsícem

      From the pre amp that you have hooked up to these amps.

    • @mylesm3853
      @mylesm3853 Před měsícem +1

      @@Fidelity_Sound Any recommendation for a reasonable pre-amp for a $100 monoblocks, most that I have seen are way more expensive than the amps.

  • @DanDuke
    @DanDuke Před měsícem

    Odessa Texas... I understand that reference lol

  • @larryhoffman7471
    @larryhoffman7471 Před měsícem

    Are they class d amps? I can’t think of another type that can be small and powerful. Class d can sound good or not. Please compare them to a good class a-b amp and compare the sound.

  • @invisiblekid99
    @invisiblekid99 Před měsícem +4

    Do I want to check out ASR forum? No thanks.

  • @blinkingmanchannel
    @blinkingmanchannel Před měsícem +6

    The ad is almost as much fun as the Fosi news! 😂😂😂

  • @michaelsparrow4798
    @michaelsparrow4798 Před měsícem +1

    Published power rating at 1% is at 1kHz. At 20Hz or 20kHz, it would be significantly less.

    • @MechAdv
      @MechAdv Před měsícem

      Hmm that’s a really good point. I was thinking these would be good for a DIY high sensitivity subwoofer, but yeah LF distortion would need to be tested.

  • @ChrisGWGreen
    @ChrisGWGreen Před měsícem

    Your neighbours must love you 😂 that said I’m sold

  • @AlexGrGR66
    @AlexGrGR66 Před měsícem +6

    I would like them with separate power supplies. They could be used for more channels out of a home cinema preamp

    • @quaternion
      @quaternion Před měsícem +1

      That's exactly what I am planning. 😁
      13 of them to be precise. I hope they turn out to be reliable and the QC-issues be resolved. 😉

    • @ricochet243
      @ricochet243 Před měsícem +1

      @@quaternion Thirteen?!? I like the sound of this, what’s the project??

    • @quaternion
      @quaternion Před měsícem

      @@ricochet243 The project is named 'Mom's a retired blind widow who needs some entertainment now and then' 😂

  • @imjustherefortheks
    @imjustherefortheks Před měsícem

    Even if it was made with the horn of the last winged unicorn, still class D 😂 😂 😂

  • @l_o_c_o_666
    @l_o_c_o_666 Před měsícem +1

    Yes this is off topic but awesome shirt bro

  • @SuperMcgenius
    @SuperMcgenius Před měsícem

    It might be interesting to use a higher quality power supply.

  • @bradthurkle7217
    @bradthurkle7217 Před 29 dny

    $500 Australian for the little amp wow 😮. Sounds mint tho.

  • @scottlarson281
    @scottlarson281 Před měsícem +1

    Again, two of these in a single enclosure. Power supply built in. Preamp built in. Volume control. Separate bass and treble controls. Bluetooth capability. Why not?

    • @kadajawi2
      @kadajawi2 Před měsícem

      Erm, so you want... a Fosi V3?

    • @Hirnlego999
      @Hirnlego999 Před měsícem

      @@kadajawi2 No PFFB though

  • @WarriorProphet
    @WarriorProphet Před měsícem

    So if you use the splitter it's gonna have the same power as a za3 with the old power supply....so dumb. But at least you can use the ten amp on the za3 and even the old bed series now.

  • @spons1982
    @spons1982 Před měsícem

    why has no one done any reviews on the XT line up yet? I've got the XT3s and love them

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  Před měsícem +1

      soon. XT1 will be one of my next videos. probably Tuesday

  • @brentjablonski3730
    @brentjablonski3730 Před měsícem +3

    Dude, you EARNED that sponsorship!

  • @nathanaelcole8466
    @nathanaelcole8466 Před měsícem

    Ahhh! You push it push it!!

  • @StrangeBrewReviews
    @StrangeBrewReviews Před měsícem +1

    Pair with the douk t8 pro preamp.

    • @stfnphil
      @stfnphil Před měsícem

      They might not be a good impedance match for tube preamps.