Damping Factor and Overall Negative Feedback.


These specifications are assigned to some amplifiers but what is the difference between them? I had thought they were the same thing. I read the specs on a Karan Acoustics KSA 450 amp today with a high damping factor (?dumping factor?) and no overall negative feedback.
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@almarg  Hi, I understand this post is from over 10 years ago, but could you please elaborate further on why, in areas where feedback could be beneficial, a good design calls for minimum or no feedback? It seems like it should be the other way around until the feedback reaches a balanced level, avoiding excess or deficiency, right?

A good design will require minimal or no feedback to provide good performance in the areas that feedback can help, and thereby avoid the downsides of excessive feedback.

@waltersalas @tomic601 

I'm deeply sorry to hear that, but his words of wisdom will remain with us. I will trace the archives for that. I wish that every amplifier will come with a switch for adjusting feedback levels.  Thank you for sharing that.