CMX-2

[Pauly]

Just listened to the new podcast and was thrilled when Dan announced the CMX-2! This sounds like the perfect accessory to finally get rid of the humming in my XPA-5. I can't wait to get one. shop.emotiva.com/collections/accessories/products/cmx2

[garbulky]

Sure, but there are ground loop defeaters that might do the same job for less than 10 bucks. An expensive solution that few people really need, IMO. I wonder how many people would buy it when they read the scare words on the description without realizing most people really don't need it.

[stiehl11]

Got my Belkin for similar and it has a lot more than just 2 or 6 outlets. I'm not sure of the market for this product considering what's out there, currently. Still, if Emo makes a profit, more power to them!

[Pauly]

garbulky, I can see where you're coming from, but I've tried ground loop isolators/defeaters and they didn't work. They cured the hum in my speakers but not the hum from my XPA-5's tranny. But the CMX is cheaper than the Hum Buster and some other options, and it even matches the Emo amps, so I figure why not give it a shot. It is a little too expensive though imo, so I'll wait for a big sale or buy one used.

[garbulky]

Mar 5, 2012 23:27:41 GMT -5 Pauly said:

garbulky, I can see where you're coming from, but I've tried ground loop isolators/defeaters and they didn't work. They cured the hum in my speakers but not the hum from my XPA-5's tranny. But the CMX is cheaper than the Hum Buster and some other options, and it even matches the Emo amps, so I figure why not give it a shot. It is a little too expensive though imo, so I'll wait for a big sale or buy one used.

In that case, it might work for you!
Stupid question, what do you mean by the hum in the XPA-5 exactly? You mean the transformer hums due to voltage fluctuations? Does emotiva have a fix for it? If they use the same parts, I would be worried that the CMX-2 might hum doing the same thing! Maybe checking with Lonnie before purchase would be a good idea.

[rainier42]

Does the CMX also provide for surge protection?

[nimikipod]

Very dissapointed with Emotiva !! - no support for 220V users ? did Emotiva forget the international users ?

Major Dissapointment !!

[Lonnie]

Mar 6, 2012 9:01:58 GMT -5 nimikipod said:

Very dissapointed with Emotiva !! - no support for 220V users ? did Emotiva forget the international users ?

Major Dissapointment !!

Nope, we didn't forget our friends. we are working on a 220V version it just isn't finished yet. So stay tuned.

[HDSapper]

Mar 6, 2012 9:01:58 GMT -5 nimikipod said:

Very dissapointed with Emotiva !! - no support for 220V users ? did Emotiva forget the international users ?

Major Dissapointment !!

Not the best first post, but welcome to the Lounge none the less.

[Lonnie]

Mar 6, 2012 7:40:21 GMT -5 rainier42 said:

Does the CMX also provide for surge protection?

To a degree. All of our gear has surge protection built in, so if we added additional MOVs to the blocks it could limit the peak rise time of the current. Instead of using MOVs the Common mode chokes and caps (which are used to filter out the noise) will resist the change in voltage which will act as a surge suppressor should it get really high without limiting the dynamic characteristics needed to give the amps what they need.

[Lonnie]

HD Sapper

Sometimes I am a little slow on the uptake. It wasn't until I saw your avatar that I put together the Sapper part.

Dude, I have all the respect in the world for you. Not just becuase you ride ;D but to get through Sapper school. Now that is tough!

[HDSapper]

Thanks Lonnie. I figured it was time to create an avatar. Maybe now I won't be address as "HDSnapper" so often.

I'm know I'm not alone in saying how much I respect your work too!

[Lonnie]

Mar 6, 2012 9:52:28 GMT -5 HDSapper said:

Thanks Lonnie. I figured it was time to create an avatar. Maybe now I won't be address as "HDSnapper" so often.

I'm know I'm not alone in saying how much I respect your work too!

I appreciate it but my work is nothing is comparison to what you and everyone else who is or has served in the military has done. If your ever in the area, lets plan a ride. There are some great runs around here. Plus it would give my wife a chance to show off the new hard bags on her bike. ;D

[rainier42]

Mar 6, 2012 9:30:14 GMT -5 Lonnie said:

Mar 6, 2012 7:40:21 GMT -5 rainier42 said:

Does the CMX also provide for surge protection?

To a degree. All of our gear has surge protection built in, so if we added additional MOVs to the blocks it could limit the peak rise time of the current. Instead of using MOVs the Common mode chokes and caps (which are used to filter out the noise) will resist the change in voltage which will act as a surge suppressor should it get really high without limiting the dynamic characteristics needed to give the amps what they need.

Ok, so would this protect my gear in the event of a lightning strike nearby?

[HDSapper]

Mar 6, 2012 10:02:34 GMT -5 Lonnie said:

If your ever in the area, lets plan a ride. There are some great runs around here.

That would be great. Sounds like we should organize an EmoFest ride this year. I bet there are a lot a riders here in the lounge.

Sorry OP. Back to the regularly scheduled topic!

[Lonnie]

Mar 6, 2012 10:07:46 GMT -5 rainier42 said:

Mar 6, 2012 9:30:14 GMT -5 Lonnie said:

To a degree. All of our gear has surge protection built in, so if we added additional MOVs to the blocks it could limit the peak rise time of the current. Instead of using MOVs the Common mode chokes and caps (which are used to filter out the noise) will resist the change in voltage which will act as a surge suppressor should it get really high without limiting the dynamic characteristics needed to give the amps what they need.

Ok, so would this protect my gear in the event of a lightning strike nearby?

;D ;D ;D Nothing will protect your gear from a lightning strike that is nearby. ;D ;D ;D

If there is enough juice to jump an arc and move through open air, there is nothing in the electrical system itself that can stop it. All that a sacrificial MOV will do is prevent your gear from going up in smoke but it will still be toast internally.

[Lonnie]

Mar 6, 2012 10:14:00 GMT -5 HDSapper said:

Mar 6, 2012 10:02:34 GMT -5 Lonnie said:

If your ever in the area, lets plan a ride. There are some great runs around here.

That would be great. Sounds like we should organize an EmoFest ride this year. I bet there are a lot a riders here in the lounge.

Sorry OP. Back to the regularly scheduled topic!

GREAT IDEA!!!!!

Sorry about hijacking the thread. I will stop now. ;D

[rainier42]

Mar 6, 2012 10:16:10 GMT -5 Lonnie said:

Mar 6, 2012 10:07:46 GMT -5 rainier42 said:

Ok, so would this protect my gear in the event of a lightning strike nearby?

;D ;D ;D Nothing will protect your gear from a lightning strike that is nearby. ;D ;D ;D

If there is enough juice to jump an arc and move through open air, there is nothing in the electrical system itself that can stop it. All that a sacrificial MOV will do is prevent your gear from going up in smoke but it will still be toast internally.

How about a line serge, then?

[bootman]

Mar 6, 2012 10:42:19 GMT -5 rainier42 said:

Mar 6, 2012 10:16:10 GMT -5 Lonnie said:

;D ;D ;D Nothing will protect your gear from a lightning strike that is nearby. ;D ;D ;D

If there is enough juice to jump an arc and move through open air, there is nothing in the electrical system itself that can stop it. All that a sacrificial MOV will do is prevent your gear from going up in smoke but it will still be toast internally.

How about a line serge, then?

Against a lighting strike?

Best protection is to unplug your gear and hope the bond is good on your house and phone/catv install.

[clockwork33]

Mar 6, 2012 9:19:46 GMT -5 Lonnie said:

Mar 6, 2012 9:01:58 GMT -5 nimikipod said:

Very dissapointed with Emotiva !! - no support for 220V users ? did Emotiva forget the international users ?

Major Dissapointment !!

Nope, we didn't forget our friends. we are working on a 220V version it just isn't finished yet. So stay tuned.

Thats great news! I am looking forward to that. Thanks Lonnie