{"product_id":"audimaxim-ma2300-class-d-power-amplifier-1","title":"Audimaxim MA2300 Class D Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Audimaxim MA2300 is quite an interesting amplifier, particularly if you're looking for a lot of power without having a huge, heavy Class A\/AB power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudimaxim MA2300 — at a glance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA2300 is a two-channel Class D power amplifier designed primarily to be used with a separate preamplifier, DAC\/preamp or AV processor. Audimaxim specifies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 × 300 W into 8 Ω\u003cbr\u003e2 × 500 W into 4 Ω\u003cbr\u003eClass D amplification\u003cbr\u003eRCA and XLR inputs\u003cbr\u003e15 kΩ balanced input impedance\u003cbr\u003e30 kΩ unbalanced input impedance\u003cbr\u003eTHD \u0026lt;0.01% at 100 W\u003cbr\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio \u0026gt;100 dB\u003cbr\u003e20 Hz–20 kHz ±0.1 dB\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 8 kg\u003cbr\u003e110–240 V, 50\/60 Hz\u003cbr\u003eStandard 19-inch rack-mount capability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is an impressive amount of power from an amplifier weighing only around 8 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔊 What does 300 W actually mean?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headline specification is 300 watts per channel into 8 ohms, rising to 500 W per channel into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's serious power for a domestic stereo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means the MA2300 should have no trouble driving many demanding floorstanding speakers, particularly speakers whose impedance drops significantly at certain frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4-ohm specification is particularly interesting because it suggests the amplifier is designed to maintain substantial output as the speaker load becomes more demanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎵 What is it supposed to sound like?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the MA2300 becomes interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA review published by Stereo+ and reproduced in discussion around the amplifier described its presentation as very balanced, without an obvious emphasis towards either bright or dark. The review specifically praised its bass control, dynamics, detail retrieval and ability to produce a large soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, it doesn't appear to be designed as a deliberately \"warm\" or \"romantic\" amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's more about:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower + control + neutrality + detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes sense for a power amplifier because you can then choose the character of the system through the preamp\/source and loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e One of its biggest advantages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size is remarkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt roughly 8 kg, with a height of only around 6.6 cm, it's considerably easier to accommodate than a traditional high-power Class AB amplifier. A Norwegian dealer specifically highlighted the combination of substantial power and the amplifier's compact dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass D also has an efficiency advantage, meaning you don't have to dissipate as much heat as you would with many conventional high-powered linear amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRCA AND XLR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is another useful feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can connect the MA2300 using either:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRCA → MA2300\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXLR → MA2300\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XLR inputs are particularly useful if you're building a balanced system around a preamp or DAC with balanced outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Is it any good?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the specifications and the available listening reports, yes, it looks like a very serious power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes it particularly interesting is the combination of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e300 W \/ 8 Ω + 500 W \/ 4 Ω + compact Class D design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erather than simply being another small Class D amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also received notably positive attention in the Norwegian hi-fi community, including being highlighted as a strong-value product, with one contemporary dealer description calling attention to its combination of power, dynamics and resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing I'd want to establish before buying one\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MA2300 isn't a complete integrated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need something in front of it providing the volume control and source selection — for example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreamer\/DAC → Preamp → MA2300 → Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eor:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreamer\/DAC with volume control → MA2300 → Speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat distinction is important if you're considering it for an Eden Audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audimaxim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54628318478675,"sku":"98946892431475","price":799.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1094\/5544\/2259\/files\/1499.jpg?v=1787124909","url":"https:\/\/edenaudio.uk\/products\/audimaxim-ma2300-class-d-power-amplifier-1","provider":"Eden Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}