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product_id: 1105915
title: "Kinter MA170 12V 2 Channel Mini Digital Audio Power Amplifier for Car or Mp3 Without Power Supply"
brand: "kinter"
price: "€ 22.93"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 10
category: "Kinter"
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# 2x18W stereo power 12V DC compact amp LED volume knob glow Kinter MA170 12V 2 Channel Mini Digital Audio Power Amplifier for Car or Mp3 Without Power Supply

**Brand:** kinter
**Price:** € 22.93
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔊 Elevate your sound game with the MA170 – where power meets style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kinter MA170 12V 2 Channel Mini Digital Audio Power Amplifier for Car or Mp3 Without Power Supply by kinter
- **How much does it cost?** € 22.93 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- kinter enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kinter brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Reliable performance even under heat stress—your long-term audio companion.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** RCA input ready for MP3 players and easy integration into any 12V system.
- • **Compact & Portable Design:** Lightweight and sleek, fits effortlessly on your desktop or in tight spaces.
- • **Ambient LED Volume Control:** A vibrant red LED on the volume knob sets the mood while you tune your sound.
- • **Crystal-Clear 36W Stereo Power:** Feel every beat with 18 watts per channel, perfect for home, car, or garage setups.

## Overview

The Kinter MA170 is a compact 2-channel digital audio amplifier delivering 18 watts per channel at 12V DC. Featuring a colorful LED-lit volume knob and RCA inputs for MP3 compatibility, it’s designed for versatile use in DIY, home, car, or garage audio setups. Lightweight and easy to install, this amp offers clean, powerful sound with durable performance, making it a top choice for audio enthusiasts seeking quality and style without bulk.

## Description

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Review: Very Nice Amplifier - This is a nice amplifier and has worked well since connecting it to my computer a few weeks ago. The sound is clean and the volume knob has nice LED lights which add to the environment when listening to music. It was simple to set up and has been simple to use.
Review: Awesome little amplifier. - Replaced an old DROK Micro Stereo Amplifier that I bought in 2017 that set in my garage and used hard and finally gave out. Used this as soon as I received it with in hour after being place on my doorstep. I resumed my old 12v 2 amp plug and a set of 6ohm Techicns book shelf speakers. It preformed without a hitch in our Texas 90 degree heat with no air flow on it for three days straight. It got warm to the touch but nothing to concerning and I was jamming it pretty loud. I do like the fact that I can adjust the bass and highs, and has great sound. I’m a huge SQ guy and this gets my approval. Hopefully I get 8 years out of it. May purchase their 2.1 later down the road but first need to upgrade my outdoor speakers. Really enjoying this amp and worth the 12 bucks.

## Features

- #1 Arcade Audio Amp
- Ideal Amp for DIY, Home, Car, Garage
- Colorful LED on Volume Knob
- 2 X 18 Watts Per Channel (12VDC)
- RCA input for MP3

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B007TUSXEY |
| Best Sellers Rank | #26,432 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #131 in Audio Component Amplifiers |
| Brand | Kinter |
| Color | red |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (4,120) |
| Date First Available | April 13, 2012 |
| Department | Electronics > Home Audio & Theater > Home Theater > Receivers & Amplifiers > Amplifiers |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 08850273109052 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Item Weight | 3.52 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 4.87 x 1.62 x 4.62 inches |
| Item model number | MA170 |
| Manufacturer | Kinter |
| Maximum Supply Voltage | 14.4 Volts (DC) |
| Minimum Supply Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |
| Mounting Type | Table Top |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Output Power | 18 Watts |
| Package Type Name | Retail package |
| Product Dimensions | 4.87 x 1.62 x 4.62 inches |
| Specification Met | Yes |
| UPC | 714439615932 600748147571 849649090955 609224910524 |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Whats in the box | Amplifier and instruction manual |
| Wireless communication technologies | Dock |

## Product Details

- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 4.87 x 1.62 x 4.62 inches
- **Manufacturer:** Kinter
- **Maximum Supply Voltage:** 14.4 Volts (DC)
- **Minimum Supply Voltage:** 12 Volts (DC)
- **Voltage:** 12 Volts

## Images

![Kinter MA170 12V 2 Channel Mini Digital Audio Power Amplifier for Car or Mp3 Without Power Supply - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6118LftegBL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Question: This states it's a 2x4w amp. But at 12v and 2 amps it seems it should be more around 24-36 watts, and back says "100 watts".  Thoughts?**
A: The specs rate this amp at 18w per channel into 4 ohm speakers using a 12v 2amp power supply. They don't say if that is RMS or peak power. Forget AxV=W, even the led bulbs burn power. I'd expect 10-15w into some inexpensive speakers that aren't pushed to hard.

**Q: Can I use it as a preamplifier?
I was thinking to connect the output to a poweramplifer step after this one.**
A: No, the outputs are already amplified.  They would blow the inputs to your Poweramp...if the inputs are rca connector and standard audio output.Guess I would ask why you would want to do this...  Although some power amps do allow stereo output  for input.... You would have to check the spec on your power amp to see if it allows amplified inputs....  They will usually be speaker terminal inputs for speaker wire.  While this amp is nice, one should not expect it to shake your auto!

**Q: What size plug does this use and what is the polarity? Wiring to 12v auto batter not 110v home.**
A: According to the manual the plug is described as: 
DC plug size: 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm 
DC input polarity: Center positive

**Q: Is it possible to hook Bluetooth up to this amp?**
A: Indeed. I have $5 Bluetooth receiver I picked up at Autozone one day feeding it via a 3.5mm strereo (headphone) to RCA cord. It's pushing two 5.25 Pyle marine speakers in a splash down, DIY, mobile unit made from an old cooler. Sound is clean, especially after some tweaking with a good amp/equalizer app on my phone.  Fishing is always better with tunes!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Nice Amplifier
*by R***U on January 3, 2026*

This is a nice amplifier and has worked well since connecting it to my computer a few weeks ago. The sound is clean and the volume knob has nice LED lights which add to the environment when listening to music. It was simple to set up and has been simple to use.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome little amplifier.
*by M***E on May 27, 2025*

Replaced an old DROK Micro Stereo Amplifier that I bought in 2017 that set in my garage and used hard and finally gave out. Used this as soon as I received it with in hour after being place on my doorstep. I resumed my old 12v 2 amp plug and a set of 6ohm Techicns book shelf speakers. It preformed without a hitch in our Texas 90 degree heat with no air flow on it for three days straight. It got warm to the touch but nothing to concerning and I was jamming it pretty loud. I do like the fact that I can adjust the bass and highs, and has great sound. I’m a huge SQ guy and this gets my approval. Hopefully I get 8 years out of it. May purchase their 2.1 later down the road but first need to upgrade my outdoor speakers. Really enjoying this amp and worth the 12 bucks.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little amp with one annoying feature (that can be easily fixed)
*by M***S on November 29, 2018*

This is a great little amplifier for under $10, and it works very well except for one minor annoyance that's easily fixed. I have a Kindle Fire hooked to some small speakers (through the headphone jack), and I use it to play rain sounds at night when I go to sleep. The problem is that even at full volume the output of the Kindle just isn't loud enough to hear the rain sounds very well. This little amplifier solved that problem- it's got more than enough power to play the sound as loud as I want. It's easy to hook up and works like a charm to boost the sound. THE ANNOYING FEATURE Several people have mentioned in their reviews that the amp contains a very bright LED behind the volume control, and when the amp is on it cycles through various colors. It's so bright that it would light up part of my room and the changing of the colors was also extremely annoying. If you're experiencing this problem (as others have mentioned in their reviews), there's an easy fix that you can do in about 5 minutes: 1) Unplug ALL the wires and connectors from the amp. 2) Pull the volume knob off (it just pulls straight off, no tools required). 3) Behind the volume knob is a clear plastic piece that's attached to the shaft of the volume control with a small flat nut. With a pair of pliers, gently unscrew and remove the nut. 4) Gently pull the clear plastic piece off. Behind it is the LED that is soooo annoying. 5) Take the clear plastic piece and spray paint the back side of it with some paint. Almost any color will do as long as it's not transparent. Give it a couple of good coats of paint and let it dry. 6) After it's dried, put the plastic piece back in, screw the nut back on, and press the volume control back on the shaft. That's it- problem solved. No more annoying light. :) (Alternatively you could follow the steps to #4 and then paint the LED with some nail polish or dark paint.) I hope this fix helps others. Aside from this one minor annoyance, this is a great amplifier for general use and I wholeheartedly recommend it.

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