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Post by jamrock on Jun 29, 2012 18:24:25 GMT -5
Are you ready for this? The XPR-5 is rated at 400 wpc into 8 ohms. The XPR-1 is rated at 1kw (1,000 wpc) into 8 ohms and 2Kw into 4 ohms. No other amp in the series was mentioned. They will be on sale in July 2012. Specs to be posted by or on July 2nd. They recommended 20A circuit but works o'k on 15A also ;D
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Post by danr on Jun 29, 2012 18:35:23 GMT -5
I believe that while they did not specifically discuss its capabilities, they did mention the XPR-2 was coming (sounded like with the XPR-1) too. I think they said, "not far behind". Just going from memory here.
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Post by stiehl11 on Jun 29, 2012 20:42:40 GMT -5
They mentioned, though, that it was shipping with a 20 amp power cord (one vertical, one horizontal blade on the plug). I wonder how many noobs are going to get one and then whine and complain that the plug is wrong on the power cord???
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 20:55:24 GMT -5
They mentioned, though, that it was shipping with a 20 amp power cord (one vertical, one horizontal blade on the plug). I wonder how many noobs are going to get one and then whine and complain that the plug is wrong on the power cord??? Any noobs who do not understand the difference must ship their XPR immediately to me.  If you don't know the difference between a 15a and 20a outlet... you shouldn't be buying an amp like this (IMHO). |
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Post by Dark Ranger on Jun 29, 2012 20:55:26 GMT -5
Lonnie and Dan did point that out in the podcast. I think it would be wise to mention the required plug type on the XPR-5 product page and manual. I mean make it stand out.
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Notice: the XPR-5 is a powerful amplifier! For best performance and stability, it must be connected to a dedicated 20-amp circuit utilizing (plug type).
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Another option would be to include a close-up shot of the male power connector in the array of product images.
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Post by stiehl11 on Jun 29, 2012 21:00:49 GMT -5
They mentioned, though, that it was shipping with a 20 amp power cord (one vertical, one horizontal blade on the plug). I wonder how many noobs are going to get one and then whine and complain that the plug is wrong on the power cord??? Any noobs who do not understand the difference must ship their XPR immediately to me. If you don't know the difference between a 15a and 20a outlet... you shouldn't be buying an amp like this (IMHO). On another note, it's nice that Emotiva will ship both cords. I did not hear that they would be shipping both cords... only the one (but the other would be available). I might have misunderstood; wouldn't be the first time. |
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 21:04:08 GMT -5
Ahhh... I just listened to the podcast
Sounds like they are shipping 20a plug only, needs a 20a outlet. Sounds like it really needs an outlet that can provide 20a.
So forget 15a discussion.
I imagine like previous amps, it can run happily on 220v.
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Post by Dark Ranger on Jun 29, 2012 21:10:49 GMT -5
On another note, it's nice that Emotiva will ship both cords. Just curious, where did you hear that? It wasn't mentioned in the podcast. Now, Dan did mention they run them on "normal outlets all the time." |
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 21:11:30 GMT -5
On another note, it's nice that Emotiva will ship both cords. Just curious, where did you hear that? It wasn't mentioned in the podcast. Now, Dan did mention they run them on "normal outlets all the time." I misunderstood a previous post. My apologies! I'm tired and my reading comprehension is lacking... |
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Post by Dark Ranger on Jun 29, 2012 21:14:58 GMT -5
Ah, no worries. In any case, the XPR-5 is gonna be one heck of an amp! |
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 21:54:49 GMT -5
I agree... should be massive!
I'm glad to see an amp that isn't watered down (ie, lower VA xformer) for the masses..
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Post by Topend on Jun 30, 2012 0:20:57 GMT -5
So in Oz we have 240v and usually 10amp outlets with 15amp available if wired.
USA 115v x 20amp = 2300watts
AUS 240v x 10amp = 2400watts
AUS 240v x 15amp = 3600watts
We should have plenty in reserve.
Dave.
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Post by danr on Jul 1, 2012 8:24:38 GMT -5
Do we know how far the XPR-1 and XPR-2 are behind the XPR-5?
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Post by jamrock on Jul 1, 2012 8:41:42 GMT -5
The podcast said that they were behind the XPR-5. How far, it was not stated. But it did sound to me like they were on the ship that left the port right after the one that had the XPR-5s ;D BTW, does anyone share my sinking feeling that the R-Series amps will not have a 7 channel sibling?  And oh! If anyone wants to know why I would need a 400 wpc x 7 ACD @ 8 ohms amp? I really don't or will ever need one. But boy, do I like to have the bragging rights when it comes to power. It also rules out very clearly, that when the sound from my speakers are not right any longer, it is the speakers ALONE that needs a change. Otherwise, it just enhances testerone I guess ;D |
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Post by Entity on Jul 1, 2012 9:30:03 GMT -5
Didn't someone already say that they weren't going to have a 7 channel version? Something about not being viable for running on home circuitry?
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Post by LCSeminole on Jul 1, 2012 9:31:38 GMT -5
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Post by danr on Jul 1, 2012 10:26:12 GMT -5
Depending on how crazy they go with the prices on these, I think I am going to go with:
XPR-1 x 3
XPR-2 x 1
I run Revel F12 Full Range floorstanding speakers in the rear. I know people argue about not needing a ton of power, but in my experience, higher power just makes things so effortless amd dynamic. So when Lonnie said in the podcast that the XPRs "come to life like you cannot imagine" during an action scene (or something like that)...that's been my experience as well with high powered amps.
My backup plan if these XPR 1 & 2 are priced too high is to go with an XPR-5 or XPA-1 x 3 + XPA-2...
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Post by The Mad Norseman on Jul 2, 2012 11:20:49 GMT -5
XPR-5 at 400w x 5? I think I may have just found my future amp!  Now, do these have 32db gain like the XPA series do? Or maybe (better yet!) adjustable gain? (the best of both worlds). Because I'd like to know that I can drive it with my Yammy's pre-outs to full output you know...without having to turn it up to -0db to get to my usual listening levels! ...looking forward to seeing more detail on these, and the pricing... I have a dedicated 20Amp circuit/outlet I had put in for just this purpose, but if the XPR-5 is plugged into it can I also use it for one of my subwoofers, the Yammy, and source components too I wonder?  |
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Post by Pauly on Jul 2, 2012 11:23:03 GMT -5
XPR-5 at 400w x 5? I think I may have just found my future amp! Now, do these have 32db gain like the XPA series do? Or maybe (better yet!) adjustable gain? (the best of both worlds). Because I'd like to know that I can drive it with my Yammy's pre-outs to full output you know...without having to turn it up to -0db to get to my usual listening levels! ...looking forward to seeing more detail on these, and the pricing... I have a dedicated 20Amp circuit/outlet I had put in for just this purpose, but if the XPR-5 is plugged into it can I also use it for one of my subwoofers, the Yammy, and source components too I wonder? The last I heard, the XPR will have a 29db gain. |
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Post by Jim on Jul 2, 2012 11:43:35 GMT -5
Wasn't today supposed to be the big day? (July 2)?
Don't see anything on the Emotiva.com site yet.
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