On a solid state amp, the bias ajustment determines how "enriched" in class A-B the amp runs. The higher the bias, the longer the amp stays in class A. I built a Hafler DH200 about 25 years ago and the bias is turned up to about 3 times the stock setting. The amp runs real toasty and sounds much better. It is still working fine in my daughter's system. As I recall, I removed the rail fuses and clipped a digital meter across the fuse terminals while adjusting the bias pots. This is NOT a recommended mod for all amps as some of them will go up in smoke. Don
Please explain
Is there a simple explanation available for "Bias" in relation to amps (especially SS if they are different). I notice posts refering to adjusting Bias - why? what is accomplished? Is there perhaps a web location that explains a lot of the basics that would be useful to those still learning?
I've looked thru the archives but didn't notice aanything that answered my question (I admit I could have missed it).
I thank all of you for your help
I've looked thru the archives but didn't notice aanything that answered my question (I admit I could have missed it).
I thank all of you for your help
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