How to DIY yourself very nice Class D monoblocks


If you want to know what the hoopla is about Class D and want to put together a very nice sounding kit I have a starter recommendation for you.

Go to Parts Express and search for "ICEPower ASP"
Next, look online for Ghent Audio. They make many sets of cases.

You'll need a high power soldering iron, and screw skills.
Between those two, you can put together a very nice monoblock for around $500 a piece.

I highly recommend both. I have no financial interest in either. 
You may need wiring kits, so make sure to order appropriately.
erik_squires

Or, you will have people like myself praising you Erik for continuing to lead the charge!

Anytime you have a hobby like this one going through such a huge paradigm shift it brings out the emotions on both sides and more. Many of us who have secretly been exploring Class D and simplicity are finding soundstage and tonal bliss. It takes a slight adjustment to go from mega dollar systems to the more balanced approach that happens to cost much less. Keep in mind though that places like Agon are going to be one of the last stand forums. It's great watching Agon make the transition from old to new or more money to less or high mass to low mass and other comparisons.

I'm glad your being diligent and we want you to know your far from alone. Most may not post on the paradigm shift and many will troll the heck out of you, but these times they are a changing, and there's really no stopping progression wants it gets rolling like a rolling stone.

Michael Green

The Hypex kit is more expensive (<$1500 for a pair of monoblocks) but better quality amps and it’s so easy, no soldering needed (first gen kit did, but not current gen).
Seems that I just saw a little kit from Pete Millet for a D amp. Might have been a mono block, not sure. Really like his stuff though.
The Hypex kit is more expensive (<$1500 for a pair of monoblocks) but better quality amps and it’s so easy, no soldering needed (first gen kit did, but not current gen).

Allegedly better. Anyone who would like me to review and compare, please send me a pair... ;)

Yes, if you are interested in NCore, look for Hypex Shop