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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.
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 Solid product! |
| Review Date: January 18, 2006 |
| Reviewer: modifiedcontent, Brooklyn, NY |
| I had the reported switching problem ("UPDATE: This device has one annoying defect ... a "clever" feature of switching inputs automatically when it senses no input on one of the two stereo inputs ... any stretch of silence will cause it to switch"). I called AudioSource and I have to give them credit. The problem is relatively easy to solve by using Input 2 instead of Input 1 if you're only using one input. |
Compact solution to complement my IPOD
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| Review Date: October 6, 2005 |
| Reviewer: Julie, Hermosa Beach, CA USA |
My stereo configuration is four KLH outdoor "rock" (they look like pieces of granite) speakers, an IPOD, and a ten-inch deep book shelf that I wanted to use as the location for the amplifier. I looked at Fry's, Best Buy, and Circuit City and couldn't find anything that was compact enough to fit on the bookshelf unless I went really high-end with a Bose setup. I had a spare Sony surround receiver that worked fine, except that it didn't fit the shelf, plus I wasn't really looking for all the bells and whistles of the receiver because I won't be using this setup to watch TV, my CD's are all on iTunes now, and I get crummy radio reception at my house. So, the technical requirements were to be able to drive the four speakers using a line-in level input coming from the IPOD. Pretty simple.
Anyhow, I purchased the Audiosource AMP100 amplifier on Amazon (to my consternation they dropped the price 3 bucks between the time I placed the order and when I received it) and it arrived in about a week using the free shipping option. It came well packed and sealed, and was as simple to set up as you'd expect of a unit like this. So far, I have tested it once and it worked fine, in fact it sounded a little better than the Sony. All four speakers were being driven normally in A+B mode. I haven't tested the auto-on feature, but it allows the box to power up automatically when it senses a signal on one of two audio inputs. The power plug on the back of the unit is unswitched (always powered). If I have any problems with the unit I'll update this post, but so far, so good. |
Built for streaming music
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| Review Date: October 21, 2005 |
| Reviewer: John Faughnan, St. Paul, MN USA |
UPDATE: This device has one annoying defect. I'd drop the rating to 4 stars. It has a "clever" feature of switching inputs automatically when it senses no input on one of the two stereo inputs. Problem is, any stretch of silence will cause it to switch. A mechanical switch would have been a far better choice. Since I bought it I've added an external mechanical switch and given up on the secondary input.
Also, the manual Amazon deposited in my lockbox is for a different model.
Nonetheless, this is a unique device. I looked far and wide for it, and when I found it another reviewer had exactly the same need as me.
Firstly, let me help with some details. Amazon lists 3 different measurements for the depth of this device (main page, tech page, manual). The model I received is in fact:
- 8" deep using the cabinet measurement
- 9" deep including the banana plugs for speakers
- significantly deeper if one connected speaker leads with banana plugs, I use bare wire and screw in the connectors
I needed this to fit in a narrow shelf, so depth was critical. It fits perfectly, as long as I don't put banana plugs on my speakers. I threaded in the speaker wires and screwed down the banana plugs. It fit my cabinet.
The amplifier seems to have been designed to auto-switch from TV input to a CD player input. There are two rca plug inputs, one output. Two dials, balance and volume. Two sets of stereo speaker posts - A&B. You can drive A, B or both. Speakers MUST be at least 8 ohms resistance. There's even a headphone out, and you can direct sound to two speakers and the headphone. (As noted in my correction the auto-switch feature is problematic.)
I use low volumes and small speakers, to me the output is very agreeable. I am not, however, and audiophile. |
Genius Product
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| Review Date: May 14, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Robert Corr, Boston, MA |
| The reason I bought this amp was similar to another customer - I wanted something to use with my iPod so I could hook up speakers of my choosing. I didn't want/need a big-bucks home theater receiver with all the gizmos. The amp works a treat, it is solidly built and very low profile - fits in a small cabinet. Interestingly enough, I had the exact same problem with the amp switching - you actually hear it switch over if you have any silent phases in a song playing on the iPod.....was bugging me till I read the other customer's review....simply changed the input from Line 1 to Line 2 - works a treat now. |
Zone 2 and Zone 3 amps for Home Use
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| Review Date: October 30, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Michael T. Lloyd, Chicago, USA |
I am giving this product a 5 star rating, even though I am waiting for tech support to get back to me on one issue. At least they have tech support, and they are very knowledgable and helpful.
I bought 2 of these amps to power 4 sets of AudioSource in wall speakers I have installed. I have one pair in each of 4 bedrooms (the review I wrote on the speakers is also on Amazon). These amps are connected to my Yamaha 5890 receiver which is capable of driving 3 different zones using 3 different inputs, which is cool, but totally overkill for me.
When I activate Zone 2 or Zone 3 from the receiver, the AudioSource amps kick on automatically, a great feature. At first, I was having a lot of distortion in the speakers though. I called tech support, and they told me to reset the jumpers in my Russound in-wall volume controls, to allow the amp to push more power to the speakers at 8 ohms. Apparently the volume controls were cutting the resistance to 2 ohms, and the amps dont like that.
Well, I made that adjustment, and voila. The music comes through clean and clear. Not deafening, but certainly loud enough to enjoy in the bedrooms. Thus far they perform admirably, and I found no other products that match their functionality, let alone value.
But more than that 5 STARS FOR REAL TECH SUPPORT!!! They even called me back to talk, and were familiar with my volume controls and walked me thru the process. I know just enough to be dangerous, and the tech I spoke with was top notch. You just dont get enough of that these days, and I hope AudioSource keeps such a wonderful feature and resource, its truely a differentiator in today's market. Real people, with real answers, imagine that. |
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