Channel Master Ultra Mini 2 TV Antenna Amplifier Review

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You may be thinking that you’re done looking for the Best TV Antenna when you finally buy and install it. But if you want to get even more channels you might want to check out some Best TV Antenna Amplifiers too. The Channel Master Ultra Mini 2 TV Antenna Amplifier is a great choice for its versatility and durability.

Why We Like It – Channel Master Ultra Mini 2 TV Antenna Amplifier

The Channel Master Ultra Mini 2 TV Antenna Amplifier is another in a long line of successful Channel Master products. You can choose a selection of output ports based on the number of TVs you have, and you don’t have to worry about incompatibility because it works with all antennas.
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  • Variable Output Ports
  • Comes with Coaxial Cable
  • Indoor and Outdoor

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  • Comparatively Louder than most Other Amplifiers

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Performance

One thing the Channel Master Ultra Mini Distribution has over its competitors, such as the DrillTop TV Antenna Amplifier, is that you can get two output ports, four, eight, or even just one. You can purchase the unit with the same number of TVs you have or number of TVs you’re going to use it on and not the standard four outputs most amplifiers come with.

Ease of Install

Unlike the Antronix Four Output Amplifier, the Channel Master will work with any antenna so there’s no need to double-check compatibility. It won’t work with satellite signals, but that’s common throughout all TV amplifiers, so we won’t hold that against it. Bonus, it also comes with a coaxial cable. This may not seem like a big deal, but you’d be surprised.

Durability

Courtesy of the strong metal build that’s also weatherproof, the Channel Master can be used indoor or outdoors. It uses an AC/DC power adapter, and has a powder coating that protects against corrosion should you choose to keep it outside. If you’re mainly going to have amplifier power inside, check out the Reliable Cable Product TV Digital Signal Amplifier as an alternative.

Range

If you’re just looking for a simple amplifier to boost your TV reception, this could be it. The Channel Master will give you an increase of 15dB from each amplified output, which isn’t too shabby at all. It also has a passive return of -4.6 dB, a 1002 MHz forward path, and a 5 to 42 MHz return path. It can also operate with HDTV and digital and analog broadcasts.

Value

Noise level isn’t really something people consider when it comes to TV amplifiers, but the noise level on the Channel Master is comparatively louder. At 2dB it’s hard to say it’s loud, but it’s about 1-2dB higher than its competitors. Still, it’s a small, 12 ounce unit that can easily be put out of the way if you want to just install it and forget about it. If this is an issue to you, then you can check out Winegard Preamplifier, which has an impressive 1dB noise level.

Channel Master Ultra Mini 2 TV Antenna Amplifier Wrap Up

If the only negative that comes with the Channel Master Ultra Mini 2 TV Antenna Amplifier is that it’s a little louder than its competitors, then you have a winner on your hands. But even still, at 2dB, it’s not that loud. Normal human conversation ranks at 30dB, if you want a comparison.

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