Maya Monoblocks?

[Rhythm Willie]

JUst wondering if the Maya can be separated to make monoblocks as I did with the 100N+ and the Soraya's

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[AKSA]

Hi RW,

Yes, in a word! The modules incorporate two independent power supplies; +65V on the left, and -65V on the right. The module has its own MF30-100 heatsink. I normally build two monoblocks in one case with two 300VA toroids as power, but if you order the modules along you can do it yourself in two boxes for true monoblock.

I have just developed a 130W amplifier which is called the Titan, after Mahler's great symphony. It has similar dimension as the Maya (which is at least 200W) but uses a bipolar output stage. The Titan will also be a little cheaper than the Maya (simpler circuitry by stunning sound quality) and should be available in about three months. Covid has changed all our ambitions in recent times!!

Thanks for the post!

Hugh

 

[Rhythm Willie]

Sounds good Hugh, I have a couple of 400VA, 45v transformers that should do the job, boy I've compared many amps, the Sorayas are hard to beat, must catch up for a coffee next time I'm in Melbourne.

 

[Rhythm Willie]

Hi Hugh, hope you are handling the lockdown in Vic, we are lucky ATM in SA, just wondering how things are going with the "Titan"

 

[AKSA]

Nearly there, Denis, but I'm held back by a couple of amp deliveries this week!
Should be done end next week, then I will start the listening tests.......

Thanks for your interest!

Hugh

 

[audiostar]

Hi Hugh,

Titan requires 300 VA per channel per module for one monoblock. What are the consequences for using 400 VA for one monoblock?

 

[AKSA]

Absolutely no problem AS, it would, in fact, add a little power into low impedance loads since the rails will not sag as much under load!

Hugh