Fosi Audio V3 Mono Amplifier Review

[Fosi Audio]

Could be fun to try the amps with a preamp with a streamer

Does fosi audio plna on making a preamp that matches the power amps ? (regardless if it has a built in streamer or not)

Yes, we're making one with XLR balanced and RCA output.

 

[Lednek]

What is the power of your surrounds?

They are infinity r152 rated to 125W 6ohm 87 db sensitivity. My dennon is rated at 105wpc(2 channels driven) in a 7.2 setup the side and rear channels have very little happening compared to the fronts and center. With the moniblocks handling the three front speakers, the receiver should have oodles of headroom powering four surrounds, even at painful unsustainably loud levels.

 

[avdoc]

Thank you all for your support; we are indeed close to reaching our 300K goal. We have heard your voices and will explore new options for the stretch goal.

If I may make a request, if possible could you include 2 OpAmp chips rather than just 1? Thank you.

 

[Rover]

Yes, we're making one with XLR balanced and RCA output.

A remote control (remote control) is a must.

 

[EddNog]

A remote control (remote control) is a must.

Agreed, this part is critical.

-Ed

 

[billymac]

Yes, we're making one with XLR balanced and RCA output.

Assuming you're referring to the ZD3? Anxiously awaiting news/updates on this. Have a couple potential use cases for it, including pairing it with dual V3M's.

@Fosi Audio any hint on when we might hear more about it?

 

[Bleib]

Assuming you're referring to the ZD3? Anxiously awaiting news/updates on this. Have a couple potential use cases for it, including pairing it with dual V3M's.

@Fosi Audio any hint on when we might hear more about it?

They're talking about a pre-amp. And I agree with another person, it needs a remote

 

[billymac]

They're talking about a pre-amp. And I agree with another person, it needs a remote

DAC - Is there a ZD3 in our near future?

Seems pretty specific....

community.fosiaudio.com

 

[gasolin75]

Yes, we're making one with XLR balanced and RCA output.

If i had to buy one i would want it with tone controls with tone defeat, 4 inputs (one or two digital in), bt and streaming, for me it would be radio,net,dab radio, mabye fm (don't need a remote, mabye some do)

Price as one fosi audio v3 mono amp 159 euros at audiophonics mabye 450 euros for the 2 amps and the preamp with basic but good streaming

 

[Psinet]

Yes, we're making one with XLR balanced and RCA output.

What I am really interested in is integrated HPF/LPF/crossover tech from Fosi to drive passive 2.1 systems. For example I currently use the BT30D Pro because it removes the sub output from the main stereo output. For some strange reason the ZA3 and V3 lacked this. But the BT30D Pro is somewhat underpowered and lacks the audio fidelity.

These amazing monoblocks are...well, amazing - and I could integrate 3 of them to run my 2.1 setup (or maybe a ZA3 and one monoblock for the sub). But without some form of HPF/LPF/crossover function, it is unworkable, and I don't really want to buy and integrate an extra dedicated crossover device.

IMHO, DIY passive 2.1 systems are the most affordable way for people to get into full-range high fidelity audio.

 

[billymac]

What I am really interested in is integrated HPF/LPF/crossover tech from Fosi to drive passive 2.1 systems. For example I currently use the BT30D Pro because it removes the sub output from the main stereo output. For some strange reason the ZA3 and V3 lacked this. But the BT30D Pro is somewhat underpowered and lacks the audio fidelity.

These amazing monoblocks are...well, amazing - and I could integrate 3 of them to run my 2.1 setup (or maybe a ZA3 and one monoblock for the sub). But without some form of HPF/LPF/crossover function, it is unworkable, and I don't really want to buy and integrate an extra dedicated crossover device.

IMHO, DIY passive 2.1 systems are the most affordable way for people to get into full-range high fidelity audio.

Nope. Prioritize DAC, power, signal, inputs, outputs. Give us 12v trigger and a remote. Bonus for phones and their magic, but unnecessary. Beat the DX3Pro+.

 

[Psinet]

Nope. Prioritize DAC, power, signal, inputs, outputs. Give us 12v trigger and a remote. Bonus for phones and their magic, but unnecessary. Beat the DX3Pro+.

DAC? I think you are on the wrong thread. This is an amp.

Also, I am talking about what I want - not what you want. Plus the post got 2 likes in minutes.

 

[surroundman]

I am pretty sure that a standby auto on/off feature is more desirable compared to a 12v trigger. Feel free to open a new thread for poll's sake.

 

[DavidM1]

I am pretty sure that a standby auto on/off feature is more desirable compared to a 12v trigger. Feel free to open a new thread for poll's sake.

That was a standout feature for me. My DAC has balanced outs but no trigger out.

 

[Yannick]

Considering the major issues I had with trying to get previously owned devices' signal sensing to function properly (e.g. simply not turning on with music playing at what I would consider a reasonable, if not necessarily 'loud', volume), I am firmly in the camp of the 12v Trigger Partisans. I note that none of the reviews I have read or watched of the V3 Mono so much as mention how well the auto sensing works on the amps; I take that to mean either it works well enough not to be an issue, or (the pessimist in me) nobody actually played around with it. Hoping desperately for the former.

 

[gasolin75]

What I am really interested in is integrated HPF/LPF/crossover tech from Fosi to drive passive 2.1 systems. For example I currently use the BT30D Pro because it removes the sub output from the main stereo output. For some strange reason the ZA3 and V3 lacked this. But the BT30D Pro is somewhat underpowered and lacks the audio fidelity.

These amazing monoblocks are...well, amazing - and I could integrate 3 of them to run my 2.1 setup (or maybe a ZA3 and one monoblock for the sub). But without some form of HPF/LPF/crossover function, it is unworkable, and I don't really want to buy and integrate an extra dedicated crossover device.

IMHO, DIY passive 2.1 systems are the most affordable way for people to get into full-range high fidelity audio.

smsl makes on the smsl a50 pro but for a passive subwoofer https://www.smsl-audio.com/portal/product/detail/id/867.html

 

[Sputnik]

It would be very interesting to see Fosi make a balanced pre-amp along the lines of the Schiit Freya/Kara, Gustard P26, ...

 

[gasolin75]

It would be very interesting to see Fosi make a balanced pre-amp along the lines of the Schiit Freya/Kara, Gustard P26, ...

Dac that can be used as a preamp like a topping E30 ?

 

[Sputnik]

Dac that can be uses as a preamp like a topping E30

There's already 1 of those coming out like every other week.

Just like with the monoblocs, I'm hoping for something different, something that usually costs too much because it is a niche product. But when you can make them perform great at a very affordable price, it becomes a hit.

Monoblocs are nothing new, but with the V3 mono, everyone can afford it, and many want it. It would be awesome if they could do the same with a balanced pre amp. Not another dac that can also do a bit of pre amping.

2 balanced ins, 2 or 3 SE ins, nice buttons and volume control.

Currently many use their dac as a pre-amp, because it's not worth spending 800, 1100 for a dedicated pre. But a good dedicated pre makes controlling your audio so much nicer.

 

[gasolin75]

TOPPING L70 is balanced

A streamer as a preamp ?

WiiM Ultra streamer

WiiM Ultra streamer with touchscreen and improved DAC teased for High End Munich launch

Official launch on 9th May

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