[Simon] wrote in to tell us about a headphone tube amp that he just built. It is based on schematics at diyaudioprojects.com that were actually featured on Hackaday in the past. [Simon’s ...

Relying on the incisive application of an X-Acto knife, [Olson] made swift work cutting some basswood planks into pieces of the amp before gluing them together — sizing it to be only just bigger ...

As the company’s popularity has grown, WiiM has introduced higher-end — but still affordable — music streamers and streaming amplifiers. The latter of which, in my opinion, has more wide-spread appeal ...

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The EX Series features two audiophile-grade hi-fi components: the EXN100 music streamer ($1,799) and the EXA100 integrated amplifier ($2,199). The latter is most exciting. Not only are integrated ...

If you're looking to dig into the world of hi-fi systems that consist of a separate stereo receiver or integrated amplifier that powers a set of passive speakers — whether your passion is ...

Delivering a beastly 100 watts per channel of Class AB power, the EXA100’s amplifier modules are based on those found in the $5,000 Edge M power amp. It even uses the same monobloc power ...

A signal amplifier should only be used as a last resort when the television signal is weak. Even the best amplifier will still add some noise to the television signal it is amplifying/boosting ...

AV receivers are classified based on how many speakers they can power. The more amp channels and power, the higher the price. Room correction Room correction adjusts your speakers’ performance ...

Tap water is easy to access, but sometimes you need distilled water if you plan on making more complex DIY goodies, like homemade kitchen and bathroom cleaner. You should also use distilled water ...

Secure your home while saving money with our picks of the best DIY security systems. Macy Meyer is a North Carolina native who graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in English and a second BA ...

Generation Y has taken a liking to DIY (do-it-yourself) kits. Helping them in this endeavor are a few retail and food startups, which themselves are experimenting with the concept. The term “Do ...