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Gallium Nitride GaN Class D Amplifiers
@jfrmusic, the dual mono stereo (DMC) unit is $4000, not $5500. I do sell ultra monoblocks as well that are more expensive and can be configured to be $5500. Reach out with any questions.  
This weekend, Feb. 16-18th - 2024 Florida International Audio Expo
@doyle3433. Glad you enjoyed it. We are taking request all weekend, when you come back have your favorite track on your mind.  
This weekend, Feb. 16-18th - 2024 Florida International Audio Expo
We will be at the show and our room 406, will debut three new products: 1. Starkrimson Mono Premium 2. PecanPi+ Streamer Premium 3. Soundfield Audio 1212OB speakers. See the full info on the FB event page I have set up here: https://fb.me/e/32VP... 
Who is excited about Capital Audiofest 2023?
If anybody stopped by rooms 708, 857, and 859 I would like to hear your thoughts/feedback/comments.    
Who is using I2S cables?
Hollis Audio Labs is doing some very impressive stuff, they are using my amps in their setup at CAF2023, and I am looking forward to meeting Rich. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=829154938719562&set=a.549762199992172  
Auralic Vega G2 or Denafrips Pontus II 12th + streamer?
@evank, you are not the only one. I have a bunch of customers with this combo, seem to work very well.  
Preamp for a GaN-FET amp...
@alaindexe The amplifier are very reliable when used properly. You can see the instructions on my website. I have been selling these since 2018 so many amps have been in serivice for 5+ years now. Regarding your other questions, you can plug a d... 
Preamp for a GaN-FET amp...
I have a number of customers with one of these, I have only heard positive things: Topping Pre90 Gustard X26 SMSL HO200 The amps have an input impedance of 44k, making them easy to drive with pretty much any pre-amp.        
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What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@blisshifi I send you a PM.  
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
I found @nickintroy’s evaluation surprising as I have a number of customers that replaced their H390s with the Ultras. @blisshifi The configuration that he used was a V2 with a single power supply and upgraded capacitance ($3050 MSRP)  
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@blisshifi, ok. feel free to reach out any time.  
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@oceanandmountains I have a number of customers using my 150W amps with speakers that are 100dB plus, I think one guy even has speakers that are ~110 dB. I have only heard good things from these customers. @rajugsw uses my 500W amps with Cornwal... 
What are the best GaN Amplifiers available today?
@blisshifi you can demo the amp though the tour that is currently going, right now there would only be one person in front of you. https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/orchard-audio-starkrimson-stereo-ultra-amp-tour.1148415/page-29#post-32549578