"paul packer" wrote in message
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On Sun, 25 Sep 2005 00:59:02 +0800, "Alan Rutlidge"
wrote:


Yes. Only to have it go bang in your face.

No necessarily.

Are you Scottish, Alan?

Nee laddie, I naught be Scottish. But what has that got to do with the cost
of DIY amplifiers?


I've built plenty of SS amplifiers including pre-amps and
power amps to in excess of 300W RMS per channel with no problems.

No doubt. I really meant if I were to build it. :-)

Kit amplifiers require a reasonable degree of soldering skill (assuming you
want it to last), basic hand tools such as diagonal wire cutters, small
pliers and an assortment of screwdrivers. To get the average SS power amp
up and running requires only a multimeter as basic test equipment. Testing
for performance is usually beyond the average home constructor because of
the test equipment required (low distortion oscillator, N&D set, a CRO and
dummy loads). You'd be surprised just how simple to can be. Gee even Phil
can assemble kit speakers.

Cheers,
Alan