Dirt cheap AMP with optical in?

[Teletz]

So I want to basically just get a better sound out of my TV. I got the speakers, now I just need an amp, it doesn't have to be anything fancy. Features:

- SPDIF optical in
- Stereo out 15 watt minimum

I don't want used amps with crappy POTs, I've been there before.
So I prefer a T-Amp that's new.

My budget, i'd say about 60$
Possible?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

used avr would probably be your best bet. practically anything with dts support will do.

 

[Bucknekked]

So I want to basically just get a better sound out of my TV. I got the speakers, now I just need an amp, it doesn't have to be anything fancy. Features:

- SPDIF optical in
- Stereo out 15 watt minimum

I don't want used amps with crappy POTs, I've been there before.
So I prefer a T-Amp that's new.

My budget, i'd say about 60$
Possible?

For improving the sound out of a TV, on a budget of $60, that's a tight window.
My first thought for budget improvement would be a soundbar.
It may work out that a decent soundbar will get you better sound for less work and dollars.
I know they make them under $100.

 

[j_garcia]

Normally I would not recommend a soundbar, but it sounds like that would work for what you're looking to do.

 

[lovinthehd]

Your speakers have any particular impedance requirements? What are they? No sub?

Maybe something something on this page http://www.parts-express.com/brand/smsl/622

Or this page http://www.parts-express.com/brand/lepai/471

 

[Mark of Cenla]

There are cheap DAC's that will allow one to go from an optical input to an RCA output. Then you could use any amp/receiver. A used AVR is also a good choice. Peace and goodwill.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

For improving the sound out of a TV, on a budget of $60, that's a tight window.
My first thought for budget improvement would be a soundbar.
It may work out that a decent soundbar will get you better sound for less work and dollars.
I know they make them under $100.

Normally I would not recommend a soundbar, but it sounds like that would work for what you're looking to do.

OP is already has speakers. He asked for Amp (with dac obviously), he also needs a pre-amp - so together used avr is cheapest way to go on $60 budget. I am willing to bet if OP is in US he could definitely get it from craigslist

 

[gychang]

good question, wondering myself...