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The PA150 is a high-quality power amplifier with switchable stereo (2x150W RMS) or mono (1x300W RMS) mode. Providing improved sound quality. With two PA150 in Mono mode, you get a massive 2 x 300W RMS and a sound that is higher in clarity and detail than any equivalent stereo amplifier.
Tibo PA150 Power Amplifiers.
I bought a couple of these to try out. Here is a summary. I'm not an audiophile but do like my music.
I wanted to use these with my Tannoy XT8F's to bring out a little more soundsatge from them. Currently I have a Denon AVC-X3700H driving them in bi-wire. So getting around 105W RMS per channel to the highs and lows.
At first I used a laptop with a 3.5mm jack to RCA connected to the Tibo's and the Tannoy's, just to get a feel of the amp on its own. And they didn't quite sound right even in mono mode (I bought two of these amps - 300W RMS per amp). So I connected the Tibo's up to my Denon's via the pre-outs, and thats when it made a huge difference. It sounded much better. Don't get me wrong my Denon's sounded just as good if not a little better.
Now are these truely 150W RMS per channel, I couldn't tell you as I do not have the necessary equipment to test. What I do know and listening with my ears - everyone has different taste and listening modes. So this is just my opinion, I think they are closer to around 80W -100W RMS in stereo mode, and around 150-200W RMS in mono mode. The reason for these guestimates, I also have a pair of Sony TA-N55ES which I hooked up and they sounded more controled and much louder - I had the Sony's at around 3/4 volume, as they sounded louder than the Tibo's. The Sony's are rated at around 110W RMS per channel and 300W RMS Mono. Also bear in mind the Sony's are around 30 years old.
Granted - Class A/B and Class D amps are different and I would naturally get a different sound. So not comparing amps. Just wanted to see if Class D amps have moved on in there sound. I don't have the money for the Rotel or NAD's yet.
Now for the money the Tibo's are GREAT value. They run much cooler and take up a lot less space. I may consider using them in my HT setup. Currently have a Marantz SR7013 driving Anthony Gallo Strada's. I will test the Tibo's in mono mode for the Front R, L and C and leave the surround on the Marantz. And see if that helps drive them better. Now its trying to find the time to do this. If I do, I'll update the review.
I hope this was helpful.
I purchased this power amp to compliment my home cinema amp and I am not disappointed! With a class D type amp i was worried about quality of sound and actual power... this power amp does not disappoint!
Great quality sound with power to match! Get one and get it quick before they stop selling it!