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Fosi Audio
Fosi Audio MC101
~$62
Estimated price · may vary by retailer
The cheapest way to get a VU meter that actually works. It's a lower-powered amp (TPA3116 chip) designed for smaller rooms or desktop use, but it wins on aesthetics and fun factor.
Specifications
ClassD
ChipsetTI TPA3116D2
Power2 × 100W (Max claim) / Realistic ~30W clean
InputsRCA, Bluetooth 5.3
FeaturesLarge Illuminated VU Meter, Tone Controls
Things to Know
- ⚠Uses the older, noisier TPA3116 chip (higher noise floor than V3/A07).
- ⚠Bluetooth only supports SBC/AAC (no AptX/LDAC).
- ⚠Speaker terminals are very close together; difficult to use with thick cables.
Reviews
“Well, if you are budget-conscious audio enthusiast that looking for an affordable amplifier with good build quality and powerful enough to deliver a substantial power output on a basic speaker set-up, I will definitely recommend this one without hesitation at all.”
— Head-Fi (Zerstorer_GOhren)
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