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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
erik_squires OP
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@marqmike

I have a class b amplifier



I sincerely doubt that is true! :) It is A or AB.

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E
erik_squires OP
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But it's not just the modules. The input and output stages matter too.


They do!

Many Class D module makers provide the option to separate the input from the rest of the amp, providing a very low impedance interface. The vendor is then responsible for making their own. This could be tubed for instance.

However, I'm not here to sell that idea. All I am here to sell you is that you can build very nice sounding monoblocks inexpensively, and if you are curious about Class D, and want to tinker, here you go.

Both ICEPower and Hypex provide it all.

The ASP modules have build in power supplies. The Hypex need you to purchase that separately.

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E


stevecham
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mzk.... I’m into measurements and listening equally. I’m into it all and have been for many years. I’ve even built Marshall 45, 50 and 100 watt tube heads for local bands that sound killer. At some point I might just get interested in DIYing some Class D monoblocks. Lots are happening in this space, all for the good of audio enthusiasts. Enjoying my PS Audio M700 monblocks too, immensely. Just saying...
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erik_squires OP
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ICEPower and Hypex are some of the best amps on the planet,



Well, I wouldn't go THAT far either. I haven't heard everything, and I haven't had a chance to compare them all with all sorts of speakers.

I am however very very pleased with what I have.

But this is absolutely not something most members of this forum should attemp to build (judging by the consistent daily posted nonsense) 

The kits are super easy to assemble. The IcePower units especially.

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E
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