Amplifier Reviews (249 Reviews)
Aric Audio Transcend Push-Pull Tube Amplifier Reviewed
Aric Audio has managed to combine the smooth, natural timbres of SET designs with the oomph you only get from a push-pull design. Continue Reading
Amplifier Reviews
Alongside the AV preamp or stereo preamp, an amplifier is the second piece of a separates-based audio system—it provides the power for your speakers. Going the separates route is generally considered to be the higher-performance option, as opposed to using an all-in-one AV receiver, because the manufacturer can focus more on selecting just the right components and design elements for that device’s specific function. And you can focus on choosing the right amplifier technology (Class A, Class AB, Class D, etc.) and configuration (mono, stereo, five-channel, etc.) for your needs. Learn more about amplifiers through the Resources below, then check out our review archive to read the latest amplifier reviews.
AV Receivers vs. AV Separates: Which Is Right for You?How to Pick the Right Amp for Your Speakers (or Vice Versa)
What’s So Irresistible About a Single-Ended Triode (SET) Amp?
Amplifier Types Explained from Electronic House
Mono, Stereo, Multichannel, Class A, Class AB and Digital Switching amps are reviewed from the top makers in the audiophile business.
Amplifier Reviews Archives
Jul 23, 2018
Micromega M-150 Integrated Amplifier Reviewed
How on earth Micromega managed to cram 2x 150 watts of Class AB amplification and dual power supplies into this slim little integrated amp is beyond us, but it sounds as delicious as it looks. Continue Reading
Jul 09, 2018
PS Audio Sprout100 Reviewed
Steven Stone says that the updated PS Audio Sprout100 isn't merely better than the original; it's a great little overachiever with the right inputs and outputs to put together a first-rate desktop or room-based audio system. Continue Reading
Jun 18, 2018
Mark Levinson No.585 Integrated Amplifier Reviewed
Mark Levinson is one of the venerable brands in the audio industry. The company started over 45 years ago and... Continue Reading
Feb 14, 2018
AricAudio Transcend Series KT120 SE Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
After I wrote the article What's So Irresistible About a Single-Ended Triode (SET) Amp? I started to receive scores of... Continue Reading
Jan 29, 2018
Pass Labs XA25 Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
In this week's featured review, Terry London auditions the XA25 amplifier from Pass Labs. This pure Class A stereo amplifier is rated at 25 watts RMS into eight ohms and 50 watts into four ohms. Continue Reading
Jan 17, 2018
Control4 Triad One Streaming Amplifier Reviewed
Over the past few years, I've seen integrated amplifiers progress in ways that outpace the rest of the traditional, high-end... Continue Reading
Jan 01, 2018
Bryston 14B³ Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
Greg Handy auditions Bryston's 14B³ stereo amplifier, a Class AB design rated at 600 watts per channel at eight ohms and 900 watts per channel at four ohms. Continue Reading
Dec 18, 2017
Home Theater Review's Best of 2017 Awards
It's that time of year again--when the HomeTheaterReview.com staff looks at all of the products we reviewed this year and picks the best of the best. We've tried to hit all the product categories and price points. We hope you enjoy our Best of 2017 list. Continue Reading
Oct 30, 2017
Naim Uniti Atom All-in-One Wireless Music Player Reviewed
Dennis Burger explores the Uniti Atom all-in-one wireless music player from Naim. This audiophile music system combines a streaming audio player and DAC with a Class AB integrated amplifier and stereo-preamp capabilities for $2,999. Continue Reading
May 10, 2017
Benchmark AHB2 Reference Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
Every enthusiast, audiophile, and equipment reviewer has different criteria for selecting reference equipment. Some embrace gear based just on sound... Continue Reading
Jan 09, 2017
Classé Sigma 2200i Stereo Integrated Amplifier Reviewed
Dennis Burger reviews Classé's Sigma 2200i integrated amplifier, which embraces some features not commonly found on an integrated amp--like HDMI video switching and AirPlay support. Continue Reading
Dec 14, 2016
Wadia a102 Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
Wadia Digital was founded in 1988 by engineers formerly from 3M (Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company) who believed in the... Continue Reading
Dec 05, 2016
Home Theater Review's Best of 2016 Awards
'Tis the season for Home Theater Review's annual best-of list, where we select the best products we've reviewed in the past 12 months. Continue Reading
Nov 30, 2016
Linear Tube Audio ZOTL40 MK.II Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
After my amazing experience reviewing the MicroZOTL2.0 preamplifier back in May, I was informed by Mark Schneider, owner/engineer of Linear... Continue Reading
Nov 07, 2016
Pass Labs INT-60 Integrated Amplifier Reviewed
Terry London explores the Pass Labs INT-60, a 60-watt integrated amplifier (the first 30 watts are pure Class A) with balanced inputs and outputs. Continue Reading
Sep 21, 2016
Pass Labs XA30.8 Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
Ben Shyman explores the XA30.8 from Pass Labs. This 30-watt stereo amplifier is a Class A solid-state design with an MSRP of $6,800. Continue Reading
Aug 22, 2016
Lyngdorf Audio TDAI-2170 Integrated Amplifier Reviewed
Greg Handy reviews Lyngdorf Audio's TDAI-2170 integrated amplifier, which is rated at 170 watts per channel and has a modular design that allows for different input/output configurations. Continue Reading
Jul 04, 2016
Monoprice Monolith 7 Seven-Channel Amplifier Reviewed
Dennis Burger reviews Monoprice's new $1,499 Monolith 7 seven-channel amplifier, a Class AB design with a power rating of 200 watts per channel. Continue Reading
Mar 14, 2016
Rotel RC-1590 Stereo Preamplifier and RB-1590 Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
Greg Handy reviews the new RC-1590 stereo preamp and RB-1590 stereo amplifier from Rotel. See how the dynamic duo performs in this week's featured review. Continue Reading
Feb 15, 2016
Outlaw Audio Model 5000 Amplifier Reviewed
Myron Ho reviews Outlaw Audio's Model 5000 amplifier, a five-channel, Class AB design rated at 120 watts per channel that's priced at just $599. Continue Reading