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3E Audio, a recognized player in the DIY world, now offers a Class D Stereo amplifier incorporating audiophile Hi-Fi components. The A5se amplifier is based on one TI TPA3251 chip in BTL configuration, and two dual OPA1656 OPAs. This means it can deliver up to 2x140W into 4 ohm.
In terms of connectors, the 3E Audio A5se features an RCA input, a convenient balanced XLR/Jack 6.35mm combo input, and an output on speaker terminals. The RCA input gain can be adjusted (LOW=23dB, HIGH=26dB), and the preamplifier stage and volume control can be bypassed for use as a power amplifier. Versatile and high-performance, this little amplifier is able to offer a good reserve of power while preserving the final sound reproduction.
A7
A7se
A7 Mono
A5se
A5
Amplification chip
2x TPA3255
2ch - PBTL
1x TPA3255
2ch - BTL
1x TPA3255
1ch - PBTL
1x TPA3251
2ch - BTL
2x TPA3251
2ch - PBTL
Output power
(4 ohm, THD+N=1%)
2x 250W
2x 230W
1x 260W
2x 140W
2x 150W
Output power
(8 ohm, THD+N=1%)
2x 140W
2x 130
1x 150
2x 70W
2x 80W
Load impedance
2-16 ohm
4-16 ohm
2-16 ohm
4-16 ohm
2-16 ohm
The TPA3251 amplifier chip offer a consistent level of output power, as the 3E Audio A5se delivers up to 2x140W under 4 ohm and up to 2x70W under 8 ohm (THD+N = 1%).
The preamplifier stage of the 3E Audio A5se is made up of two double OPA1656 OPAs mounted in DIP 8 and easily replaceable with pliers, thanks to the design of the case. In fact, the OPAs can be accessed through two hatches without opening the case. Here's a non-exhaustive list of compatible OPAs: OPA1656, OPA1602, OPA2134, NE5532P, LME49720, LM4562, MUSES02, MUSES8920, NJM4580, NJM4556, NJM2068, OP249, AD827, etc.
Please take care not to damage the device or the OPAs when replacing or handling them. Any damage to the device caused by improper handling by the user (reverse mounting of OPAs, mounting of non-compatible OPAs, etc.) will invalidate the product warranty. Please refer to the manual to carry out the operation.
ELNA Silmic II capacitors have proven capacities and are often used in Hi-Fi applications.
Rubycon capacitors meet high current requirements, reducing noise and improving THD.
The coils used in the amplifier provide improved linearity and reduced distortion, while delivering the best performance whatever the load.
These highly reliable LC filter capacitors ensure optimum audio performance.
1 | Left channel status LED |
2 | RCA input status LED |
3 | Multifunction button |
4 | XLR input status LED |
5 | Right channel status LED |
6 | Balanced XLR/Jack 6.35mm combo input |
7 | RCA input |
8 | RCA gain control |
9 | Speaker terminal output |
10 | Volulme bypass |
11 | 36V-38V DC power supply via DC jack |
12 | 12V Trigger |
Technical characteristics
Specifications | |
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Product type | Class D amplifier |
Channels | Stereo |
Amplification chip | 1x TI TPA3251 |
OPA | Dual OPA OPA1656 |
Architecture | PFFB |
Inputs | 1x Single-ended RCA input 1x Balanced XLR/jack 6.35mm combo input |
Output | 1x Speaker terminal output |
Input impedance | RCA : 10kΩ XLR/TRS : 20kΩ |
Volume attenuation | -50dB |
Volume bypass | |
RCA gain control |
Audio specifications (RCA IN) | |
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THD+N (5W) | 0.0004% @ 4Ω 0.0005% @ 8Ω |
SNR (1% THD+N, 1KHz, A-wt) | 121dB |
Dynamic range (1% THD+N, 1KHz, A-wt) | 121dB |
Frequency response (±0.5dB) | 20Hz-30KHz |
Noise (A-wt) | < 13uVrms |
Crosstalk | -100dB |
Gain | 23dB / 26dB |
Input sensitivity | 1.75Vrms |
Output power (1% THD+N) | 2x 140W @ 4Ω 2x 70W @ 8Ω |
Output power (10% THD+N) | 2x 170W @ 4Ω 2x 90W @ 8Ω |
Output impedance | 2Ω-16Ω |
audio specifications (XLR IN) | |
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THD+N (5W) | 0.0004% @ 4Ω 0.0003% @ 8Ω |
SNR (1% THD+N 1KHz A-wt) | 123dB |
Dynamic range (1% THD+N 1KHz A-wt) | 123dB |
Frequency response (±0.5dB) | 20Hz-30KHz |
Noise (A-wt) | < 13uVrms |
Crosstalk | -100dB |
Gain | 17dB |
Input sensitivity | 3.5Vrms |
Output power (1% THD+N) | 2x 140W @ 4Ω 2x 700W @ 8Ω |
Output power (10% THD+N) | 2x 170W @ 4Ω 2x 90W @ 8Ω |
Output impedance | 4Ω-16Ω |
General | |
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Supply voltage | 36V-38V DC 5A |
Power consumption | OFF: < 0.2W ON (no audio) : 6W |
Dimensions | 170 x 168 x 46mm |
Weight | 1000g |
Package | 1x 3E Audio A5se amplifier 1x 38V 5A power adapter |
Input | RCA |
Input | XLR |
Input | Jack 6.35mm |
Output | Speaker terminal |
Color | Black |
Channel | 2 (Stereo) |
Class | Class D / T |
Amplifier chip | TPA3251 |
Power (W) | 140.0 |
Remote Control | No |