Re: distortions in amplifiers

>if i was to build an amplifier what are the main types of distortion
>you think i will come across and what could be done to reduce or avoid
>them
>
Hi, Adam.  A pretty good basic answer to your question is contained on the
following web page:

http://www.rocketroberts.com/techart/amp.htm

Try Googling audio distortion for more.

If you want a good answer, you should give more information, but...

As a beginner, you might want to go with one of the many kits that are
available for audio (I assume) amplifiers.  There are a wide variety in many
price ranges.  If your soldering and construction skills are a little light,
get one of the less expensive kits to start with.  Measuring distortion usually
requires some pretty expensive equipment, which the home hobbyist doesn't have.
 Also, there's quite a bit of math and electronics theory behind designing a
good low distortion amplifier, as well as various pitfalls in construction,
layout, &c.  It might not be a good place to start.

Good luck.
Chris