Suggestions for a SMALL receiver or amp

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onlye
onlye Posts: 2
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In my office, I have a small Sharp receiver (actually from a mini stereo system rated at 20 watts per channel) playing a pair of TSi300 (about to be swapped for a pair of TSi400). I would like a bit more power but the size is important. The receiver currently sits in a shelf that is 16" wide and 14" deep. It is used 90% of the time playing streamed music from an amazon echo at a very moderate volume. I would like to add a bit more power but need the size (and budget) to remain small. I have searched but not found a good option. Suggestions appreciated.
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  • mrloren
    mrloren Posts: 2,454
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    This might work https://www.svsound.com/products/prime-wireless-soundbase

    maybe this too
    https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/marnr1607/marantz-nr1607-slim-7.2-ch-x-50-watts-a/v-receiver/1.html
    When I was a kid my parents told me to turn it down. Now I'm an adult and my kids tell me to turn it down.
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  • Nightfall
    Nightfall Posts: 10,067
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    PSAudio Sprout?
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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 7,973
    edited December 2019
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    The key is are you willing to buy used and what is the budget???

    The marantz slimline AVRs would work but of course be overkill. However you can get an older on on eBay for less that $200 and they sound very nice.

    This would sound MUCH better than the sharp especially with the built in DAC: https://www.safeandsoundhq.com/products/nad-electronics-d-3020-v2-hybird-digital-amplifier-factory-refurbished?variant=19686773981238&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Google Shopping&gclid=CjwKCAiA3OzvBRBXEiwALNKDP_gvWKcGvQ2BOng_e-ZhXO93B0FUHLf7NAgjxxEJOPTNLnCJ1gaJxBoCp00QAvD_BwE

    I also second the sprout as a good new option...
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,032
    edited December 2019
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    The OP should IMO definitely & seriously consider "Class D" amplifiers as a :D class (several having been mentioned already). Even the cheap ones sound pretty good (surprisingly good), IME, and there are decent ones that are small and even fairly inexpensive.

    I am in no position to recommend any specific brands or models -- but there are myriad choices at prices far below the MSRP of the Sprout (original or the current Sprout 2) This being said, I don't know what the prices are like on used Sprouts (or the NAD)... I am guessing (but it's just a guess) that they don't hold their value terribly well.


    EDIT: Here's a not-entirely-random :p example (for example):

    https://www.parts-express.com/smsl-sa-98e-tda7498e--stereo-amplifier-2-x-160w--230-214

    Take the power ratings with a big ol' grain of salt, but something like this will probably do a good job with most bookshelf or desktop speakers, at least nearfield -- and might be kind of surprising with real speakers in an actual listening space ;)

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    (note my liberal use of the subjunctive mood and of weasel-words like probably above! :) )
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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 7,973
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    Here’s another nice option: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Peachtree-Audio-Decco-Stereo-Integrated-Amp-DAC/174130078356?hash=item288af62294:g:txYAAOSw0K5d6Xoz
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    Game Room 5.1.4:     Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
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  • jdjohn
    jdjohn Posts: 3,001
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    Class-T amps should also be considered...especially if the budget is limited. Topping class-T amps are plentiful and reasonable. Their model numbers all start with 'TP', and then you can choose how much power, and how many inputs, you want/need.

    I suppose the OP is using the 3.5mm analog line-out on their Echo, with RCA plugs on the amp end of the cable. Bluetooth is an option as well with the Echo, and some of the options mentioned above have that capability. I have a Sprout in utility use and like it a lot, but the phono input (on the NAD as well) may be overkill for the OP's purposes.
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,032
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    jdjohn wrote: »
    Class-T amps should also be considered...especially if the budget is limited. Topping class-T amps are plentiful and reasonable. Their model numbers all start with 'TP', and then you can choose how much power, and how many inputs, you want/need.

    I suppose the OP is using the 3.5mm analog line-out on their Echo, with RCA plugs on the amp end of the cable. Bluetooth is an option as well with the Echo, and some of the options mentioned above have that capability. I have a Sprout in utility use and like it a lot, but the phono input (on the NAD as well) may be overkill for the OP's purposes.

    Totally concur -- I mentioned 'Class D' generically... but I really meant any and all nonlinear (PWM and whatever other switch-mode) amplifier modules/chips. They've become big business -- indeed, probably the future of hifi due to their energy efficiency (and whether I/"we" like it or not).

    At any rate, lots of decent sounding, small, and even downright cheap options out there. Expensive ones, too (not all of which, of course, are physically small).

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  • onlye
    onlye Posts: 2
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    Thanks, I appreciate the suggestions.
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