Not sure if this is the right area to post this…
I would really enjoy Audioholics reviews/tests of some of the newer, small, class D, relatively inexpensive streaming amps.
There are 2 new models with higher advertised power specs that I am particularly interested in:
SVS Powerbase ($499) with 150 w/ch into 4 Ohms advertised power
Sonos Amp ($599) with 125 w/ch into 8 Ohms advertised power
Would love to see some real power and DAC performance measurements.
The ultimate question is whether this new breed of class D streaming amps has a place in a high performance 2-channel system, driving nice floorstanders or bookshelf speakers.
Personally, I already have a multi-channel system with a pre-pro and class A/B power amps, and also have a separate 2-channel system with a class A/B amp. However, these class D streaming amps are an interesting proposition in terms of all-in-one connectivity, small form-factor, low heat output, and relatively low cost. However, could they replace a good class A/B amp and a separate DAC (plus streaming device)? That’s the question.
Some other examples of class D streaming amps of interest:
Denon Heos Amp
Yamaha WXA-50
Klipsch Powergate