Archive for the ‘amplifiers’ Category
April 20th, 2010 | 
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Thanko has released the Mini Guitar Amplifier that allows you to play electric guitar wherever you want. You just need to connect the device into your electric guitar and headphones. The device measures 88mm x 45mm x 26mm and weighing 65grams. [Product Page]
The DACport USB headphone amplifier from CEntrance is a 24-bit digital-to-analog converter, which promises to bring increased music fidelity to your computer and more volume. The device combines an amplifier with the company’s AdaptiWave USB technology and JutterGuard clock-management system. For connecting headphones, the amplifier provides a 1/4-inch output and an adapter for 1/8-inch plugs. Meanwhile, the DACport draws its power from USB port. Other specs include analog volume controls and plug-and-play functionality with most laptops or music servers. You can order the DACport directly from the company’s website for $500 a pop. Each purchase comes with a belt clip, six-foot USB cable and velvet carrying pouch. [EverythingUSB]
Collins America has recently introduced the BagAmp, a portable amplifier system that is perfect not only for the guitarist, but also for anyone seeking a highly portable vocal or music PA system. Measuring 3.5-inch x 36-inch x 8.7-inch and weighing 11.3 kilograms, the system adopts the company’s “Audio Piston” technology that eliminates the need for the rubber ring that holds a typical speaker cone in place. Pricing is at $699 for the US, and $749 for international regions. Each purchase comes with a folding tubular stand, a region-specific 2.5-meter long AC power cord, a multi-compartment ballistic Nylon carry bag with shoulder strap, and owners manual. [BagAmp]
If you are unsatisfied with the sound quality of your iPod, then you can use the AT-PHA30i iPod amplifier from Audio-Technica. Scheduled to be released on December 18th, 2009, the device boosts the iPod’s output power to 20mW (32Ohm) and provides a frequency response of 20Hz-20,000Hz, as well as a signal noise ratio of 95dB. The AT-PHA30i draws its power from the iPod’s battery, so it will decrease your gadget’s battery life span. The portable amplifier is compatible with iPod nano, iPod Touch 2G, and iPod Classic. [Impress]