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Need recommendations for high gain/small footprint class d amplifier

I'm looking for a smaller sized class d amplifier to biamp the bass drivers in my custom speakers, which I was told should be about a 3 ohm load.  I'd say something with at least a nominal voltage gain over 30 dB should do.  My stereo rack was built for smaller components, mainly using Bel Canto and Red Dragon currently.  I can squeeze something up to 13.75 inches into the rack but a bit narrower would be easier to work with. I've been considering the Channel Islands D-500 but would like to keep it under a $1000 used if possible.  Your recommendations are appreciated.

lcherepkai

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mapman
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@icherepkai you certainly could use them just for low end but they are designed for and most capable full range.

I like the casing designed for ventilation and the somewhat industrial look actually. Very unique. Also when you turn it on you get some cool flashing led effects from within as it powers up. The dimly lit power button is a nice touch. It’s about half the size or less of the Schitt Freya pre-amp I use it with.

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The Class D Audio Ganfet amps are small yet  awesome  and have a jumper on the back for low medium or high gain.  I use medium setting to get to decent SPL with a Schitt Freya pre-amp set on low gain output.  

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