I previously reviewed the Nord One NC1200DM Signature Stereo class-d amplifier. Here is a brief tear down of the same.
The NC1200Dm is a "dual mono" configuration with two power supplies, two hypex NC1200 amplifier modules and two NORD designed "buffer" (preamplifier) stages:
As I noted in the tear down of the Nord Three Purifi amplifier, I am not happy with the pair of voltage regulators in the buffer boards hanging in the breeze. Those heatsinks should be larger/heavier and soldered to the PC board.
I don't understand why the buffer stages are sandwiched between the noise power supply and power amp. They should be to the back of the unit.
I am pleased that no double stick tape is used to fasten the power cables to the heat sinks.
That's it really. Not much else to critique.
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As always, questions, comments, corrections, etc. are welcome.
It takes a lot of energy and stamina to tear down an amplifier. I have to get the right screwdriver, find all the screws, and undo them without damaging anything. Super delicate work and tiring. Need a pick me up in the form of more cash in my pocket. So please donate generously using : https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/how-to-support-audio-science-review.8150/
The NC1200Dm is a "dual mono" configuration with two power supplies, two hypex NC1200 amplifier modules and two NORD designed "buffer" (preamplifier) stages:
As I noted in the tear down of the Nord Three Purifi amplifier, I am not happy with the pair of voltage regulators in the buffer boards hanging in the breeze. Those heatsinks should be larger/heavier and soldered to the PC board.
I don't understand why the buffer stages are sandwiched between the noise power supply and power amp. They should be to the back of the unit.
I am pleased that no double stick tape is used to fasten the power cables to the heat sinks.
That's it really. Not much else to critique.
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As always, questions, comments, corrections, etc. are welcome.
It takes a lot of energy and stamina to tear down an amplifier. I have to get the right screwdriver, find all the screws, and undo them without damaging anything. Super delicate work and tiring. Need a pick me up in the form of more cash in my pocket. So please donate generously using : https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/how-to-support-audio-science-review.8150/