An Accurate Inverse RIAA Network
The diagram above summarizes the interaction of the cutting head response (purple) and the playback EQ (red) which produces the final flat response (green). Note that the cutting head and the phono pickup (cartridge) are velocity transducers and therefore the…
hifisonix kx2-Amplifier
The hifisonix kx2-Amplifier features outstanding distortion and noise performance, coupled to switchable class A, AAB or AB operation. It delivers 15W RMS class A into 8 ohms at less than 20 ppm distortion, and >80 watts RMS into 2 Ohms…
RIAA Equalizer Amplifier Design
This article explores the intracacies of phono amplifier design, culminating in a few practical designs. Special emphasis is placed on overload margins (critical if you want good sonics from your EQ amp), driving the EQ network adequately and noise. RIAA Equalization…
Ground Loops
Updated with new material 7th January 2019 This set of c. 50 slides is the culmination of my experience over a period of about 25 years building numerous power amplifiers and preamplifiers. I first started out in audio around 1975…
Simple Ripple Eater PSU for the sx and kx-Amplifiers
The latest PCB’s are gold plated, through hole plated and silk screened for just $11.99 (excl. shipping) and are available from Jim’s Audio here: Ripple Eater PSU for kx and sx Amplifiers Here is an Excel file with the…
