Well a friend bought one of them for his kids pc he's going to bring it over latter for me to see. I am interested now to see if its a massive bargain or worth paying a bit more.
The distortion is not really that bad. Compare that to your average speaker and you have distortions, magnitudes higher than this amp...
Seems like every "audiophile" wants to feed the amplifier signal directly into their brain.
Seems like every "audiophile" wants to feed the amplifier signal directly into their brain.
not meaning to be rude, but are you by any chance a seller of Lepai amps or is connected to this brand?
fyi, these amps are sold by street hawkers in the streets of Raon,
our local version of Akihabara....
they're dirt cheap that i may be tempted
to buy one and find out for myself..😀
our local version of Akihabara....
they're dirt cheap that i may be tempted
to buy one and find out for myself..😀
That's fine... If you read my post #1483:
I think this helps answer your question.
I am a school teacher by profession. I teach in a school for disadvantaged and challenged children. I am also in a missionary which helps set up schools in rural areas of Philippines, Cambodia and Indonesia. I am based in Singapore.
Ikinagagalak kong makilala ka. Tagay...
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glad you cleared the air...i have a friend who posted here about a certain speaker brand, the other posters though he was selling them...good thing i happen to know the guy and that he was genuinely awed by the fr speaker...oh well...best be careful....
You should buy one. Lepai is an extremely fun amp to "play" with. I knew about it when I was researching for a cheap, safe, battery-operable small amp for the village schools.
Sound-wise, they are very decent. I don't consider it "audiophile-quality" but is close enough at this price point.
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I agree and have posted similar comments over the years. They aren't pretty. 🙁
However, I own several and one has been running 24/7 for about 4 years with no problems at all. It runs our TV speakers (a 1958 vintage Fisher console). Still works and still sounds good. What more could you ask for?
I would restate what Kopi said in #1545, but add one thing.... For anyone that buys an inexpensive Lepai and are disappointed with it, consider donating it to the work that Kopi and his wife are doing abroad, and the rural areas of southeast Asia. He's using these little amps in places were teaching resources are very scarce, to further language education and teach kids about music. What better way to teach small children about the wonderment and joy of music. If these little amps are serving that purpose - despite their lo-fi sound then how cares.
Most of have us have so much if we live in a developed country, and can afford much nicer amps to feed our passion. There's no better satisfaction than sharing our love of hardware and the magic of music with those people thought the world with far less than most of us. I applaud the work and effort Kopi is doing, and in the interest of full disclosure, I sent him an audio 'care package' of small amps, and other gadgets that I no longer use or wanted so that he can put them to use in the villages he serves. Most mission efforts struggle financially and can use all the donations they can get - whether in cash or other material goods. It sounds to me like Kopi and the work he's doing could benefit from everyone doing a little to help the cause.
I don't mean to sound 'preachy' guys, but isn't this what it's all about?! 😀
Regards,
Rick
Ps. I have no financial or other affiliation with the Assumption Pathway School and only learned about through corresponding with Kopi.
Most of have us have so much if we live in a developed country, and can afford much nicer amps to feed our passion. There's no better satisfaction than sharing our love of hardware and the magic of music with those people thought the world with far less than most of us. I applaud the work and effort Kopi is doing, and in the interest of full disclosure, I sent him an audio 'care package' of small amps, and other gadgets that I no longer use or wanted so that he can put them to use in the villages he serves. Most mission efforts struggle financially and can use all the donations they can get - whether in cash or other material goods. It sounds to me like Kopi and the work he's doing could benefit from everyone doing a little to help the cause.
I don't mean to sound 'preachy' guys, but isn't this what it's all about?! 😀
Regards,
Rick
Ps. I have no financial or other affiliation with the Assumption Pathway School and only learned about through corresponding with Kopi.
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What more can I say... Thank you so much coming from a friend with a heart of gold.
Yes, usually the children become excited when they are able to experience and sing along with music (a very rare opportunity for them). I must say many of them can sing like angels. If we can find a way to sign them up for talent shows, I am quite sure they can make it to become the next Charice or Carly Rose Sonenclar. These children may be living in small villages but they sure have big dreams. Unfortunately, many of them will eventually end up working as factory operators (making branded western goods such as Nike, Adidas, H&M, etc), drug runners or be exploited in the sex trade. Our missionary is there to help build schools and to provide teachers to educate them to "walk the right path".
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Alright, I have another one for you guys. I have been looking around for power supplies to use for my amp. Kopi, the amp I bought did not come with a power supply, but before I go and buy anything, I have this lying around:
A Mac Mini Power Brick I no longer use. 18.5v 6a (will it be ok to use this?)
And like typical Apple fashion, It has a Wierd non-standard tip. I was wondering if I could just cut it off and replace it with a regular 5.5mm tip.
Mac Mini Power Brick Plug
A Mac Mini Power Brick I no longer use. 18.5v 6a (will it be ok to use this?)
And like typical Apple fashion, It has a Wierd non-standard tip. I was wondering if I could just cut it off and replace it with a regular 5.5mm tip.
Mac Mini Power Brick Plug
Not sure on the voltage, but if you do cut it off, make certain the proper polarity on the tip is observed!
That is way too high voltage. The maximum you can go with the TA-2021 chip is 16 volts, but still you are pushing your luck. To be safe, I suggest 12v 5A. If you can find an older Samsung or Viewsonic LCD monitor, the power adapter it uses is probably rated 12v 5A. That's how I source for additional power adapters. 🙂
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From what I have read, 13.5vdc is max and 13.7vdc is flirting with killing it. This is what I have read on here. The Tripath datasheet says 16vdc absolute max. The clones probably can't take that much. Tripath specs were measured at 13.5vdc.
18.5vdc most certainly will kill it.
18.5vdc most certainly will kill it.
In the US, try Salvation Army or Goodwill thrift stores... Look for an old Samsung, Viewsonic or IBM LCD monitor. I think they allow you to buy the power adapter separately.
Make sure it has a 5.5mm/2.5mm IEC 60130-10 Type A coaxial power connector (a.k.a. Adaptaplug "N" white, Radio Shack part number 3807940). The inner ring is "+" and the outer sleeve is "-".
Be sure to test if working before buying.
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😀 Just so you all know. I am in the Philippines. Dunno why the flag in my username is US, did not have a place to choose during registration. Yeah I did find AC adapters for monitors in an online shop. Now I know to stick to 12v 5a strictly. 🙂
That is the least we can do for the children there. Many of them have never seen or even touch a Xbox or PlayStation game console. Music from the little Lepai amp provides them a source of wholesome entertainment and a fun way to learn English.
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