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expiredcvp33 posted Feb 20, 2025 07:15 PM
expiredcvp33 posted Feb 20, 2025 07:15 PM

FOSI Audio new P4 pre-amp controller + ZA3 amp $195

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Fosi Audio P4 Preamplifier
$99.99 drops to $74.99

Fosi Audio ZA3 Amp
$149.99 drops to $119.99

TOTAL $195 free shipping and no tax


- P4 The Compact Control Hub for Your Home Audio System
- ZA3 Stereo Amplifier 2CH w/ TPA3255 Chip set

https://fosiaudio.com/products/p4...A&mktg_wl=

Features for the P4
  • ​supports up to 3 RCA inputs
  • 3-Level Gain Adjustment
  • Treble & Bass Adjustment
  • Perfectly Paired with the V3 Amp
  • New product bundles - Save up to 25%
​Features for the ZA3
  • PBTL Mono Mode Support
  • XLR Input / 12V Trigger in
  • Op-Amp Rolling: SS3602, MUSES02, OPA2134PA
  • Replaceable Knobs: Black Knob
  • Buy with P4 Preamplifier - Save up to 25%!
*If you just need the Fosi P4 use code FOSIP425 and it drops to $75

*You can also add the V3 to the bundle versus the ZA3 for $160


QA note: if you want both items in the bundle, use this link: https://fosiaudio.com/a/bundles/b...e-15!-b5vt
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Fosi Audio P4 Preamplifier
$99.99 drops to $74.99

Fosi Audio ZA3 Amp
$149.99 drops to $119.99

TOTAL $195 free shipping and no tax


- P4 The Compact Control Hub for Your Home Audio System
- ZA3 Stereo Amplifier 2CH w/ TPA3255 Chip set

https://fosiaudio.com/products/p4...A&mktg_wl=

Features for the P4
  • ​supports up to 3 RCA inputs
  • 3-Level Gain Adjustment
  • Treble & Bass Adjustment
  • Perfectly Paired with the V3 Amp
  • New product bundles - Save up to 25%
​Features for the ZA3
  • PBTL Mono Mode Support
  • XLR Input / 12V Trigger in
  • Op-Amp Rolling: SS3602, MUSES02, OPA2134PA
  • Replaceable Knobs: Black Knob
  • Buy with P4 Preamplifier - Save up to 25%!
*If you just need the Fosi P4 use code FOSIP425 and it drops to $75

*You can also add the V3 to the bundle versus the ZA3 for $160


QA note: if you want both items in the bundle, use this link: https://fosiaudio.com/a/bundles/b...e-15!-b5vt

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Feb 20, 2025 07:24 PM
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lattiboyFeb 20, 2025 07:24 PM
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Great gear! This combo will get you 95% of your amplification needs, especially if you get a larger power supply for the amp. (EDIT: this comes with the largest power supply included! Even better deal!)

Lets you focus on the speakers and the room which are really where the high end is accessible for reasonable money.

I use their high power Bluetooth amp with a pair of hard to drive Cambridge Soundworks speakers and it drives them with ease.

I personally like their tube preamps which allow you to try out different tubes to see if you like the effect. It's often subtle, but I find it preferable to DSP. I've used super expensive tube preamps and would still pick one of the Fosi with Bluetooth and a remote as the performance is very similar to something costing $500-1000. As most things audio, it comes down to preference and gear used.
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Quote from lattiboy :
Great gear! This combo will get you 95% of your amplification needs, especially if you get a larger power supply for the amp. Lets you focus on the speakers and the room which are really where the high end is accessible for reasonable money.

I use their high power Bluetooth amp with a pair of hard to drive Cambridge Soundworks speakers and it drives them with ease.

I personally like their tube preamps which allow you to try out different tubes to see if you like the effect. It's often subtle, but I find it preferable to DSP. I've used super expensive tube preamps and would still pick one of the Fosi with Bluetooth and a remote as the performance is very similar to something costing $500-1000. As most things audio, it comes down to preference and gear used.
Pricing above comes with the 48v5a power supply so you're getting all of the watts. Couple this with a set of KEF's or Sony SCCS5's and a nice sub and you'll have about all the dB's you could ever want.
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Feb 20, 2025 08:19 PM
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lattiboyFeb 20, 2025 08:19 PM
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Quote from cvp33 :
Pricing above comes with the 48v5a power supply so you're getting all of the watts. Couple this with a set of KEF's or Sony SCCS5's and a nice sub and you'll have about all the dB's you could ever want.
Thanks for pointing that out! I updated my comment.

Also, I didn't realize this lets you do opamp rolling!

It's the digital equivalent of tube rolling and has an audible effect on sound. I've got Burson and Sparkos opamps I switch out occasionally in my way too expensive Burson pre amp and it really does change the sound signature more than you'd imagine.
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Quote from lattiboy :
Thanks for pointing that out! I updated my comment.

Also, I didn't realize this lets you do opamp rolling!

It's the digital equivalent of tube rolling and has an audible effect on sound. I've got Burson and Sparkos opamps I switch out occasionally in my way too expensive Burson pre amp and it really does change the sound signature more than you'd imagine.
All good. I have a mix of systems coming from Aiyima, Fosi, Nobsound and others. And a mix of components - amps, pre-amps, equalizer, component switcher, DAC, etc. Going to test a few things and pull together the best of the best for a strong near field system in my home office. The 'cast offs' will be used to create another 3 systems for garage, bedroom and work.
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FranksAndBeansFeb 20, 2025 09:59 PM
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These little amps are impressive, ZA3 is an update to the V3. V3 has fewer features.

If you buy them separate pay close attention to the power supply, as it has a large influence on output.

At 8 ohms these push an honest 35wpc with the 32/5a supply or 90wpc with the 48/5a supply, so the power supply is very important. 4 ohms is 60 / 140 watts based on the power supply.

Bridged isn't linear, 4 ohms in one channel is about 200 watts with the big power supply.

That's within spitting distance of most midrange AVRs, and better than most all of them on the low end.

They're doing this type of product really well, and I hope they keep it up.
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Quote from FranksAndBeans :
These little amps are impressive, ZA3 is an update to the V3. V3 has fewer features.

If you buy them separate pay close attention to the power supply, as it has a large influence on output.

At 8 ohms these push an honest 35wpc with the 32/5a supply or 90wpc with the 48/5a supply, so the power supply is very important. 4 ohms is 60 / 140 watts based on the power supply.

Bridged isn't linear, 4 ohms in one channel is about 200 watts with the big power supply.

That's within spitting distance of most midrange AVRs, and better than most all of them on the low end.

They're doing this type of product really well, and I hope they keep it up.
Required watching for those that are new to minis like me. 48v/5a driving the ZA3 at 4 ohms and 175 watts per channel before clipping, nearly 2 x 200w RMS burst power. This is THE video that put these systems on my radar.

https://youtu.be/fICMe0QvYrE?si=n-w29tMrPAoUbczq
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Can't wait for mine to arrive. Testing some Micca MB42X G2, Dayton Audio B65's and Sony SSCS5's on my new/old setup.

https://youtube.com/shorts/Kq6ebh...dXHhP3NM9-

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WickedDripFeb 24, 2025 10:14 PM
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You'll want to add one of these from source to pre amp.

https://a.co/d/9XrxonA
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Quote from WickedDrip :
You'll want to add one of these from source to pre amp.

https://a.co/d/9XrxonA
Agreed. A quality piece for sure, just waiting for it to go on sale again (which rarely happens). Switching with my current setup is all RCA's through a simple 4 way $20 switcher and the LC30 pictured below allows for amp and speaker switching so I'll be experimenting some different combo's. I'll keep the best 3 and re-gift the rest to my sons.

Currently have the follow already or inbound in addition to what's pictured below:

- Douk Audio dual meter spectrum analyzer
- Nobsound EQ5 Pro (my second on as these work amazingly well)
- Nobsound L3
- Aiyima A80 PFFB (pre-order, just shipped)
- Fosi ZA3
- Fosi Z3 x 2 (going to try running these mono)
- Fosi P4
- Fosi P3
- Fosi BT30D x 2 (they were around $50 after rebate on Temu and they accidentally sent me 2)

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Quote from WickedDrip :
You'll want to add one of these from source to pre amp.

https://a.co/d/9XrxonA
Found it on AliExpress for $61 after rebates.
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jwkodaFeb 28, 2025 02:30 PM
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Quote from cvp33 :
Found it on AliExpress for $61 after rebates.
Do we need to add 10% to that price for the tariff on products from China?
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Do we need to add 10% to that price for the tariff on products from China?
So far no......but in the future, just keep watching the prices. They'll move up accordingly. Unless you are a 'flat-earther' and mistakenly believe that prices won't go up $1 for $1 with tariffs. LOL

*Also one of the reasons I bought/ordered everything I wanted now. Still waiting for the:

Fosi P4 pre-order - direct
Fosi V3 - aliexpress
Aiyima A80 PFFB pre-order - aliexpress
Douk VU56 pro - aliexpress
S.M.S.L. SU-1 - aliexpress






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