Topping TP20 tripath 2020 amplifier (versus NAD C320BEE)

[avidyarthy]

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http://firenzeaudio.50webs.com/tech_classT.htm

^^ More on Tripath chip ....

What's Dr. Tripathi upto nowadays?
http://www.tula-tech.com/executives.html

 

[rallynut]

@avidyarthy,

As i mentioned, i have never had the occasion to listen to the T-amp prior to this, anywhere. That didnt stop me from doing my research :indifferent14:.

This just "happened", the amp and speakers do not belong to me. In fact, the owner used it in a different setup prior to this. And it sounded very different then!!

I just "happened" to have the few components necessary to complete the chain , and now sounds the way it does (YMMV).

Cheers.

 

[omishra]

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tech_classT

^^ More on Tripath chip ....

What's Dr. Tripathi upto nowadays?
Tula

You forgot 41Hz.com

 

[rallynut]

@ all,

Profound apologies. I have inadvertently mentioned the chip spec as the TA-2020. My bad, it is actually based on the TA-2024, i stand corrected

@hiten, youre right about the time frame, circa 2005?

The amp in that im using, as mentioned previously, is this: (T-Amp - Class T integrated amplifier - [English])

Cheers

 

[rallynut]

wow, didnt know that all that. Thanks guys!!

 

[Hiten]

@hiten, youre right about the time frame, circa 2005?
The amp in that im using, as mentioned previously, is this: (T-Amp - Class T integrated amplifier - [English])
Cheers

Have not heard them but these are lovely amps and if I am right are PWM based so should not be called digital amps. But not sure. Trends audio made pretty good high quality tripath amps. I don't have technical knowledge but good air core inductors are preferred in these amps. Also for DIY arjen helder amps are well known on ebay.
Regards

 

[avidyarthy]

Kingrex T20 vs Trends TA 10.1 amplifier shootout

Nice T amp article .........

 

[PRhythm]

Where can I get this TP20 Amp @ Chennai ?

 

[PRhythm]

Sorry for the previous Query. Learned about the availability of this mini beauty.
Can I go for TP30 (with built in DAC) or TP20 ? Please enlighten me.

 

[PRhythm]

Dear All,

Kindly help me with the links to buy this Topping TP20 Mark 2 Amp. I am not a audiophile and confused with the models available on net. (ebay, dinodirect)

Regards

 

[iaudio]

Prhythm, mp4nation stocks tp20 nowadays. Else you can buy it from indeed hi fi or arjen helder on ebay.

 

[PRhythm]

Thank you iaudio,

I found these two links from indeed hifi - ebay :

2010 New Model TOPPING TP20 MK2 TA2020 T Amp + Adapter | eBay

NEW 2011 Tripath Class T Amp TA2020 Amplifier +12V PSU | eBay

The 2011 Model's Price is low when compared to 2010 Model. Which one you audio experts recommending ?

I Would appreciate your help, please.

 

[vin_eme]

Prhythm, i bought Topping TP20 mkII from ebay. I have ordered many items from ebay (China), this item was caught in customs and had to get that cleared by paying 27% duty.

MINI TOPPING TP20 MK2 TP-20MKII TA2020 STEREO Amplifier | eBay

Also there are many vendors who manufacture these amps with TP2020 chips. So each one will have their own build quality and also the components used. I found that the shenzhen store stock these beauties with good quality components.

cheers,
Vince.

 

[dev.]

Hello Guys,

A great thread and thanks to everyone. I am very new to the audio world and so much to learn Since I have a very low budget (12 - 15K) for my audio setup, I thought TP 20 would be affordable for me. The room size is 12 * 12 and this setup will be 100% for music. I have a WD Live which I am planning to use as source. But I am confused about a few things.

1. Should I go for the original TP20 MK11 or the modified one? ( I saw someone suggested the modified / upgraded version of TP20 )
2. Speakers. I am not sure whether I should be going for S30 or JBL C1 or something else. Can you guys, please help me with this?

Thanks.

 

[avidyarthy]

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[dheerajjotwani]

Concur...

enjoying the tp20 with MA Br2

Tapatalk ka jalwa !!!

 

[vivek.saikia]

I concur too....
I am enjoying the Topping amp with the humongous KEF Q90 floorstanders!!

 

[miroflex]

I concur too....
I am enjoying the Topping amp with the humongous KEF Q90 floorstanders!!

Hi Vivek,

Of what vintage are the speakers?

Regard.

 

[sgeorge]

Thank you iaudio,

I found these two links from indeed hifi - ebay :

2010 New Model TOPPING TP20 MK2 TA2020 T Amp + Adapter | eBay

NEW 2011 Tripath Class T Amp TA2020 Amplifier +12V PSU | eBay

The 2011 Model's Price is low when compared to 2010 Model. Which one you audio experts recommending ?

I Would appreciate your help, please.

PRhythm, the 2011 model you have idicated is an SMSL amp, it's apparently not as good as the Topping (2010 model you have linked to).

 

[vivek.saikia]

Hi Vivek,

Of what vintage are the speakers?

Regard.

Well the KEF Q90 are almost 5 years old so not sure if they fall into the realm of Vintage stuff but they sound real sweet and scores over all the speakers which I have heard/auditioned.