EDN

To bias or not bias: New audio output transistors make that decision easy

ThermalTrak integrates power output transistors with thermal bias diode. One of the major design concerns in the output section of a typical class AB audio amplifier is output bias and stability over ...
EDN

ON Semi’s output audio transistors eliminate thermal lag and bias in high-fidelity amps

Phoenix, Ariz. — Today On Semiconductor is using the International Consumer Electronics Showcase (CES) in Las Vegas to show off a new family of output audio transistors with internal bias control that ...
Electronic Design

Testing connected devices from RF to audio

As the Internet of Things in all its manifestations continues to roll out, developers will need a variety of test strategies to ensure low power consumption, suitable RF performance, and even audio ...
Electronics Weekly

Presenting an open and closed case for audio testing

The increasing use of voice-activated devices has put a spotlight on audio tests – making a case for open and closed loop testing, says Eric Hodges of Audio Precision. Classically, audio tests have ...
Ars Technica

Help me fix my amplifier- it has a blown output transistor, how do I tell which one it is?

There appears to be 16 large transisitors which were mounted to the heatsink of this amplifier. It is a Planet Audio 4 channel car audio amp. From some quick Google searching, it looks like I should ...
Electronic Design

Audio Transistors Handle 350V Collector To Emitter

Emerging as the industry's highest voltage bipolar transistors designed for audio amplifier output stages, the MJL4281A (NPN) and MJL4302A (PNP) 15A, 230W power transistors specify a sustained ...
AppleInsider

Acoustic testing finds HomePod's adaptive audio tech delivers highly consistent sound

In its advertising push for HomePod, Apple has touted its smart speaker as capable of delivering consistent sound to listeners positioned anywhere in a given room. New testing backs up those claims, ...