Amplifier FAQ

With the release of power amplifiers, we wanted to expand on how they came about and why we feel they are one of the best value amplifiers available in Australia.

The elephant in the room, Class D amplification. 

Class D amplification has long been met with scepticism, often seen as efficient but lacking the warmth and fidelity of Class AB designs. However, with the introduction of Hypex’s Ncore technology, this perception has shifted dramatically.

Ncore technology addresses many of the shortcomings traditionally associated with Class D. It delivers ultra-low distortion and high linearity, resulting in cleaner, more accurate sound reproduction across the entire frequency spectrum. Unlike early Class D amplifiers that struggled with midrange and high-frequency clarity, Ncore amps produce a transparent, detailed sound comparable to, and often exceeding, Class AB designs.

Additionally, Ncore offers far greater efficiency, running cooler and drawing less power, making it ideal for high-power applications without compromising on audio performance. This combination of efficiency and "audiophile-grade" sound quality is why we believe Ncore-based Class D amplification surpasses traditional Class A/AB in many key areas.

But don't just take my word for it, see our table below comparing some of the higher end stereo power amplifiers on the market featuring Class A, A/B, G and H technology with our NAOS amplifier.

	NAOS	Amplifier A	Amplifier B	Amplifier C	Amplifier D
Power Per Channel - 4Ω	250 watts	240 watts	400 watts	200 watts	250 watts
Power Per Channel - 8Ω	175 watts	160 watts	225 watts	100 watts	175 watts
Distortion (THD)	0.0018%	0.06%	0.2%	0.07%	0.03%
SNR	124db	112db	110db	110db	115db
Class	Class D	Class AB	Class A & G	Class AB	Class G & H
Efficiency	92%	Approx. 60%	Approx. 75%	Approx. 60%	Approx. 70%
Weight	TBC	12.2kg	18kg	26.9kg	27.3kg
Price	TBC	$4,499	$5,495	$12,999	$17,999

As highlighted above, even when compared to high-end amplifiers costing up to eight times more, our Hypex-powered NAOS amplifier delivers lower distortion, a higher signal-to-noise ratio, and far greater efficiency—all in a much more compact design.

What motivated us to offer Amplifiers?

Our motivation for offering power amplifiers is the same reason we began selling speaker cables back in 2018. Just like with cables, there's a lot of marketing hype, misleading specs, and exaggerated claims in the amplifier market. Putting together the comparison table wasn’t easy—many manufacturers advertise power ratings at high distortion levels, while showing distortion specs measured at very low power, which can make their products appear better on paper.

With our amplifiers, we stick to our "No BS" philosophy. All specs are not only realistic but often surpassed in real-world use. The modules used in our amplifiers have been tested both in-house and by independent parties, so you can trust that what you're getting performs exactly as promised.

You're buying direct from the manufacturer

One of the major advantages of buying direct, aside from bypassing third-party support, is the cost savings. In the audio industry, products often go through significant markups before reaching customers. Typically, manufacturers sell to distributors with a 30-50% markup, who then sell to retailers with an additional 20% markup. Retailers often add another 30% or more, leading to a total markup of over 130% by the time the product reaches you.

With us, our profit margins are on the lower end of the manufacturer scale, and we have no distributor or dealer network, meaning you get much better value for your money—fewer middlemen, much better pricing!

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