Nilai amp has quite the internal light show too…
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I was originally planning a build thread, but the instructions for these Nilai products are really good. Much better than the ones available for the NC400. Not only is there a comprehensive manual but animated video too. My only gripe was the use of wave washers to fasten the end panels. Hypex tells me they are proven to help ensure the case parts are grounded properly but getting them in place for the back panel is tricky. If they are not properly retained, one or more could end up inside the amp and cause a potential short.
Hypex also has a young builder that has done build reviews and they are posted to diyclassd.com. While no measurements are shown, it does provide a potential buyer with a way to gauge the effort and difficulty level of the DIY task.
Finally, my only real complaint is the very small power switch on the front panel. I think it should be a nicer switch and an override provided for those who might power the amp via a smart power strip. If you have any other questions prior to Amir's review, just let me know!
p.s. should clarify that the build review for the mono amp and preamp were done by Audio Appraisals and the stereo amp is by Alpha Audio. All are useful, just not really needed given the well written instructions.
Hypex also has a young builder that has done build reviews and they are posted to diyclassd.com. While no measurements are shown, it does provide a potential buyer with a way to gauge the effort and difficulty level of the DIY task.
Finally, my only real complaint is the very small power switch on the front panel. I think it should be a nicer switch and an override provided for those who might power the amp via a smart power strip. If you have any other questions prior to Amir's review, just let me know!
p.s. should clarify that the build review for the mono amp and preamp were done by Audio Appraisals and the stereo amp is by Alpha Audio. All are useful, just not really needed given the well written instructions.
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I will embarrassingly admit I overlooked the tiny power switch and initially thought I have a DOA unit.Finally, my only real complaint is the very small power switch on the front panel. I think it should be a nicer switch and an override provided for those who might power the amp via a smart power strip. If you have any other questions prior to Amir's review, just let me know!
so I totally agree . I initially thought it is some kind of a reset if some protection gets tripped. I also thought the power wire “maybe” could have been better?!? But probably sufficient…Dirk_67
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soundimports.eu has the 2 amp kits in stock now as well:
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My Makua has tons of lights inside too (Mola Mola is a brand from Hypex).
Picture is a bit worrisome though looking at free shielding wiressoundimports.eu has the 2 amp kits in stock now as well:
Order the Hypex Nilai500DIY Nilai® Mono amplifier kit
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does not look like shielding to me, rather some filling strands... (non-conductive)
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Looks like coconut fibers or something like that,I never saw such thin copper for shield.
(you can tell by looking the other end of the cable):
Some cable manufacturers use cotton fibers between conductors for filling and less microphony presumably. Canare speaker cables for example.
soundimports.eu has the 2 amp kits in stock now as well:
Order the Hypex Nilai500DIY Nilai® Mono amplifier kit
Buy the Nilai Mono Kit online at SoundImports ✓ Same day shipping ✓ Low shipping ratesOrder the Hypex Nilai500DIY Nilai® Stereo amplifier kit
Buy the Nilai Stereo Kit online at SoundImports ✓ Same day shipping ✓ Low shipping rates
Wish Hypex would start diverting some of these modules and power supplies to individual sales as they said they would rather than putting them all into these kits...
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it is certainly not coconut, but some kind of plastic fibre filler...
Correct, it is insulation. There is no shield (or need for one).
Hypex has really paid attention to details on this kit. The end of this wire inside the binding post been terminated with ferrules.
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Thought that it might help to let ASR members know what they will encounter with the review posted below. I approached with low expectations based on their other posted reviews. The first 1.5 hours is a listening session and subjective review. So if that is not what you desire, skip ahead to the measurements and you will see objective results sprinkled with enough subjective superlatives that you do not need the first 1.5 hours unless you want. The results are predictable, but no spoilers from me!
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January 29, 2023 – 10:30 CET – Live Stream Review – Three times Class D! Hypex, Purifi, ICEpower
Alpha Audio - January 29, 2023 – 10:30 CET – Live Stream Review – Three times Class D! Hypex, Purifi, ICEpower
YES!!! The first live stream of this year! And we are going to make another great one! This time: 3 x NEXT GEN class D. The latest Hypex Nilai, the latest generation Purifi Eigentakt and a nice ICEpower class D amplifier. These are three power amplifiers that you can also make your own. In short:…
alpha-audio.net
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I have some "datasheet confusion":
on the first page it is written: THD+N 0.00015%
later in the technical data table: THD+N 0.00050%
what's the explanation for that ? (THD+N measured at different power levels ?)
on the first page it is written: THD+N 0.00015%
later in the technical data table: THD+N 0.00050%
what's the explanation for that ? (THD+N measured at different power levels ?)
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Seems that way. Look at Fig 3. But either way. Well well below “worrying” levels ;-)
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What next gen x3???January 29, 2023 – 10:30 CET – Live Stream Review – Three times Class D! Hypex, Purifi, ICEpower
Alpha Audio - January 29, 2023 – 10:30 CET – Live Stream Review – Three times Class D! Hypex, Purifi, ICEpower
YES!!! The first live stream of this year! And we are going to make another great one! This time: 3 x NEXT GEN class D. The latest Hypex Nilai, the latest generation Purifi Eigentakt and a nice ICEpower class D amplifier. These are three power amplifiers that you can also make your own. In short:…
Purifi is older and Ice Power is the 2016 NON Edge model.
Pity,they seemed like nice guys with measurements and everything...
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what do you mean exactly ?
- the "nilai 500" is the latest from hypex
- the "EVAL3 1ET7040SA" is the latest from PURIFI
- the "700AS2" is out of the latest AS Series from Icepower
Is the 700as2 ICEEdge based? I cannot find information to that regard.
