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Post by selkec on Apr 6, 2016 23:32:55 GMT -5
Re-Atmos... 3x300 + 8 x 150.... wouldn't that be nice in ONE XPA G3 chassis?? Wow, can you imagine how cool that would be?? 11 channels in ONE chassis with big power for the fronts and more than enough for the object channels. What if it cost $2,195.00?? Genius!! Is this going to be a real option? If so, I'm getting it! Can we order one with two of the dual modules and three standard? For a 500x2 and 250x3 . if so what's that price? |
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Post by Bonzo on Apr 7, 2016 8:51:12 GMT -5
Re-Atmos... 3x300 + 8 x 150.... wouldn't that be nice in ONE XPA G3 chassis?? Wow, can you imagine how cool that would be?? 11 channels in ONE chassis with big power for the fronts and more than enough for the object channels. What if it cost $2,195.00?? Genius!! Is this going to be a real option? If so, I'm getting it! Can we order one with two of the dual modules and three standard? For a 500x2 and 250x3 . if so what's that price? I've already made some speculations, and neither anyone here has appeared to care, nor has Dan actually answered the questions. Not yet anyway. emotivalounge.proboards.com/post/805986/threademotivalounge.proboards.com/post/806983/threadPeople here are all caught up in the upgradeability of the "in the future" for adding blades. I think that's minor. What I find much more exciting is the ability to order up the amp from the beginning in strange combinations not before available. Like what you mentioned above, and what I list in my posted linked to above. |
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Post by smarties on Apr 7, 2016 9:04:42 GMT -5
"People here are all caught up in the upgradeability of the "in the future" for adding blades. I think that's minor. "
yeah I would just order the amp in the right channel version in the first place. If you're building a HT but don't have all speakers, I'd get the 7 channel version anyway.
For a stereo system and you have zero interest in HT then just get the 2 channel model.
My power amps are upgradable, but require to be send back, new backplate, modules added, and power supplies changed. Wouldn't be worth the cost, I'd just either sell them off, re-buy the models I need. Or just buy another amp of those channels I need.
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Post by pedrocols on Apr 7, 2016 9:06:59 GMT -5
I bet you 98% will never send back their amps for an upgrade once they get what they need to begin with.
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Post by smarties on Apr 7, 2016 9:16:47 GMT -5
I bet you 98% will never send back their amps for an upgrade once they get what they need to begin with. I guess useful if you're a 2 channel guy, so you buy the 2 channel model, so you then later add the 3, or 5 channels. Or you replace speakers from easier to drive to harder to drive ie 4ohm speakers all round, so before you were using a AVR + 2/3 channel, to then using the AVR as a pre only and needing all channels off board. I myself have 5 x 2 channel amps. Many years later, then bought 3 channel keeping the 2 x 2 channel amps. Then 1-2 years later replaced the 2 channel amps with a single four channel. So really adding modules in that scenario wouldn't have occured. I wouldn't want a single 7 channel amp anyway, more into stereo so having one amp on only was better, and at that time unsure of having a big amp for all channels. |
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Post by DavidR on Apr 7, 2016 9:20:39 GMT -5
I bet you 98% will never send back their amps for an upgrade once they get what they need to begin with. It doesn't matter to Emotiva. They are still ahead of the old way of doing business by having fewer parts to stock, lower shipping costs, one box fits all design. |
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Post by pedrocols on Apr 7, 2016 9:27:02 GMT -5
I bet you 98% will never send back their amps for an upgrade once they get what they need to begin with. It doesn't matter to Emotiva. They are still ahead of the old way of doing business by having fewer parts to stock, lower shipping costs, one box fits all design. Precisely! |
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Post by KeithL on Apr 7, 2016 9:36:04 GMT -5
Exactly, and a lot less of temporarily running out of one model or another.  It doesn't matter to Emotiva. They are still ahead of the old way of doing business by having fewer parts to stock, lower shipping costs, one box fits all design. Precisely! |
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Post by selkec on Apr 7, 2016 9:48:21 GMT -5
Is this going to be a real option? If so, I'm getting it! Can we order one with two of the dual modules and three standard? For a 500x2 and 250x3 . if so what's that price? I've already made some speculations, and neither anyone here has appeared to care, nor has Dan actually answered the questions. Not yet anyway. emotivalounge.proboards.com/post/805986/threademotivalounge.proboards.com/post/806983/threadPeople here are all caught up in the upgradeability of the "in the future" for adding blades. I think that's minor. What I find much more exciting is the ability to order up the amp from the beginning in strange combinations not before available. Like what you mentioned above, and what I list in my posted linked to above. I'm surprised no one besides us has mentioned this.. This would be what drives me to buy the amp. Not some costly ability to send it back to have modules added... |
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Post by Bonzo on Apr 7, 2016 10:05:40 GMT -5
I bet you 98% will never send back their amps for an upgrade once they get what they need to begin with. It doesn't matter to Emotiva. They are still ahead of the old way of doing business by having fewer parts to stock, lower shipping costs, one box fits all design. That's true for sure, but it certainly isn't stopping them from making it one of the main major selling points either is it.  More hype than substance for many.  So far regarding the part I think is important (and a few are also saying here now), Emotiva has been almost "mum is the word" about. Only Big Dan's comment about a 3x300 8x150 in the same package post has talked about it much. And hardly anyone else here has said schiit about it.  No one has even commented on my posts about crazy configurations. I'm all with Big Dan on this one. The ability to order an amp just the way you want it, with normal or somewhat odd or really odd configurations is the truly kick *bleep* part of this modularity thing. Like ordering a pizza just the way you want it. If I were him I'd be touting the crap out of that, and I bet he will once those particular blade modules are ready to go. (PS: Are there any good pizza joints in Nashville?  ) |
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Post by Bonzo on Apr 7, 2016 10:06:30 GMT -5
I've already made some speculations, and neither anyone here has appeared to care, nor has Dan actually answered the questions. Not yet anyway. emotivalounge.proboards.com/post/805986/threademotivalounge.proboards.com/post/806983/threadPeople here are all caught up in the upgradeability of the "in the future" for adding blades. I think that's minor. What I find much more exciting is the ability to order up the amp from the beginning in strange combinations not before available. Like what you mentioned above, and what I list in my posted linked to above. I'm surprised no one besides us has mentioned this.. This would be what drives me to buy the amp. Not some costly ability to send it back to have modules added... +1. Totally agree. |
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Post by repeetavx on Apr 7, 2016 10:40:20 GMT -5
I bet you 98% will never send back their amps for an upgrade once they get what they need to begin with. So what would be the two percent that were upgraded? According to the price structure, each channel will cost you two hundred dollars whether you order it pre-configured, or send it in for the upgrade. For the upgrade you have to add in shipping costs. And if you can buy the pre-configured on sale, then you could really save. I suppose that if you had a five channel ($1499), it might be cost effective to send it back in, to make it a seven channel ($1899). Rather than sell the five channel, and hope that you can get enough back to cover the cost. But for a two ($899) to four ($1299) channel, I would imagine that you could sell the old one and make out better. it's really going to depend on how much value a used Gen 3 is going to retain in the used market. On the other hand, it should make repair really cost effective for Emotiva and other authorized repair shops. And lower costs for them, is better for us. |
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Post by yeeeha17 on Apr 7, 2016 10:47:00 GMT -5
Are the blades individually warranty transferable? Are the blades each come with a 5 year warranty?
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Post by repeetavx on Apr 7, 2016 10:55:05 GMT -5
I'm really excited about the possible configurations that Big Dan has said will be available for the Gen 3s. Each Box has seven "slots". Each "slot" can "dock" either a:
Dual 150 watt channel. (Fourteen possible channels in the box)
Single 300 watt channel (Seven possible channels in the box)
Or half of a 500 watt balanced channel. (Three possible channels in the box with a slot left over)
And of course what ever kind of mix and match the power supply will support.
So I suppose that an upgrade may be used more for custom configuration changes, rather than base configurations.
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Post by copperpipe on Apr 7, 2016 11:17:55 GMT -5
It doesn't matter to Emotiva. They are still ahead of the old way of doing business by having fewer parts to stock, lower shipping costs, one box fits all design. That's true for sure, but it certainly isn't stopping them from making it one of the main major selling points either is it. More hype than substance for many. So far regarding the part I think is important (and a few are also saying here now), Emotiva has been almost "mum is the word" about. Only Big Dan's comment about a 3x300 8x150 in the same package post has talked about it much. And hardly anyone else here has said schiit about it. No one has even commented on my posts about crazy configurations. I'm all with Big Dan on this one. The ability to order an amp just the way you want it, with normal or somewhat odd or really odd configurations is the truly kick *bleep* part of this modularity thing. Like ordering a pizza just the way you want it. If I were him I'd be touting the crap out of that, and I bet he will once those particular blade modules are ready to go. (PS: Are there any good pizza joints in Nashville? ) I'm confused as to why you're trying so hard to separate the upgradability from the configurability? They're pretty much two sides of the same coin, the coin being "modular" which in this case gives both features. It may be true that most people aren't interested in upgrading, but think also of resell value; you may sell your two channel to me, and I go and turn it into a 3 channel. Options are a lovely thing to have. |
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Post by pedrocols on Apr 7, 2016 11:21:27 GMT -5
That's true for sure, but it certainly isn't stopping them from making it one of the main major selling points either is it. More hype than substance for many. So far regarding the part I think is important (and a few are also saying here now), Emotiva has been almost "mum is the word" about. Only Big Dan's comment about a 3x300 8x150 in the same package post has talked about it much. And hardly anyone else here has said schiit about it. No one has even commented on my posts about crazy configurations. I'm all with Big Dan on this one. The ability to order an amp just the way you want it, with normal or somewhat odd or really odd configurations is the truly kick *bleep* part of this modularity thing. Like ordering a pizza just the way you want it. If I were him I'd be touting the crap out of that, and I bet he will once those particular blade modules are ready to go. (PS: Are there any good pizza joints in Nashville? ) I'm confused as to why you're trying so hard to separate the upgradability from the configurability? They're pretty much two sides of the same coin, the coin being "modular" which in this case gives both features. It may be true that most people aren't interested in upgrading, but think also of resell value; you may sell your two channel to me, and I go and turn it into a 3 channel. Options are a lovely thing to have. Unless the upgrade is only available for the original buyer. |
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Post by Bonzo on Apr 7, 2016 11:34:44 GMT -5
I'm confused as to why you're trying so hard to separate the upgradability from the configurability? They're pretty much two sides of the same coin, the coin being "modular" which in this case gives both features. They are, you are right. I agree. The thing is, all Emotiva is touting at the moment is upgradability, and that's almost all anyone is talking about here. Some people are loving it, and some people think it's a waste and bashing it. That's for the individual to decide I guess. What I'm trying to point out is that upgradability is not the only reason this modularity thing is cool. Configurability is a very strong plus in my book (For me it's way cooler than the upgradability). But since hardly anyone is talking about it at all, it appears no one cares. It's like the posts that mention it have fallen on deaf ears. I'm trying to bring it up to people's attention, I'm trying to help Emotiva here, not hurt. Agree, if Emotiva allows for that, for sure. I don't think that question has been raised or answered yet but I could be wrong. +1. Totally agree. You will never hear me say otherwise when it comes to electronics. |
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Post by rbk123 on Apr 7, 2016 11:44:23 GMT -5
Not sure why this is surprising at all. Right now there's not a whole lot to discuss concerning configurability. The only options available are the current individual channel boards at the stated specs. Until other modules are announced and their specs, you can either discuss whether you want 2 channels or 7, or you can speculate. And you know how fun "speculation" is here...
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Post by Bonzo on Apr 7, 2016 12:08:52 GMT -5
Not sure why this is surprising at all. Right now there's not a whole lot to discuss concerning configurability. The only options available are the current individual channel boards at the stated specs. Until other modules are announced and their specs, you can either discuss whether you want 2 channels or 7, or you can speculate. And you know how fun "speculation" is here... Well everyone always wants me to believe everything Dan always says. So, I'm trying to be positive here. Emotiva says there will be a 500wpc doublewide blade, up to 3 per chassis. Dan has also strongly hinted that there will be a 2x150wpc blade module. So, that's why I think it's worth talking about. Emotiva says it will be, so it will be.  Pure speculation would be to wonder if there could be a 4 x 75wpc blade module, or even a 750wpc triple wide blade, or a 1500 wpc 7 wide blade.  |
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Post by repeetavx on Apr 7, 2016 13:37:30 GMT -5
Wow! A 1500 watt multi-slot blade. Now that's what I would call a monoblock!
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More hype than substance for many. 
No one has even commented on my posts about crazy configurations. 
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