Buckeye Amps: New US based Hypex multichannel amplifier builder, line-up announcement!

[Buckeye Amps]

What do the new cases look like?

The new small case has pictures posted on the first page (first post), along with the rackmount case (though all new rackmounts will also have the logo on them). The 4 and 6/8ch cases are shipping soon, so will post pictures when I get them.

 

[Buckeye Amps]

Also, I have (3) of the original 19" 6/8ch cases left in stock. Would be willing to offer a discount to anyone who would take a build in one of those cases over the new ones so I don't have wasted inventory.

 

[thegeton]

I know, it's the honeymoon phase, but I just set up my desktop system with my new Buckeye NC252MP and it's pretty amazing.

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Fabulous transparency!

 

[geekpryde]

Ordered mine today. 2 channel with small case with new logo.

Dumb question, not sure if it's been answered. Will the amp come with a simple "owners manual"? with specs and a diagram labeling the left / right input / outputs, explaining the trigger and also the operation of the two on/off power toggles, among other things owners manuals normally detail?

 

[thepiecesfit]

Ordered mine today. 2 channel with small case with new logo.

Dumb question, not sure if it's been answered. Will the amp come with a simple "owners manual"? with specs and a diagram labeling the left / right input / outputs, explaining the trigger and also the operation of the two on/off power toggles, among other things owners manuals normally detail?

You get an insert with the trigger switch explanation but no owners manual. With regards to labeling inputs/outputs this amp doesn’t have any. Your preamplifier will determine what is the left and right channel so there is where you want to make sure the amplifier speaker terminals go to the matching speaker and balanced preamp output. But as far as having a right and left on the amplifier itself it doesn’t really matter which one you use.

 

[Buckeye Amps]

New large case (6/8ch)

 

[CJPopovich]

Excited! Just hit the button on the invoice for a 2 channel NC502MP in a rack mounted case. Should drive the Revel F226BE's just fine. It's all coming together....

 

[geekpryde]

Bought XLR cables, terminated Speaker wires, mini Desktop stands for the speakers, and a few other things in preparation for my Buckeye amp.

I also prewarned my boss that his face is going to be melted off, so there no way he will be surprised when it happens. I will post pics when my amp arrives in a ~ month.

Orders placed to date seem to be jumping every day! Time to quit school and go full time, LOL.

 

[thepiecesfit]

Would an automotive type relay work? The two below are similar size and add 10 seconds to the start and also use 5 pin, minus the mounting lug. I figured something that would use the quick connect terminals so I'm not cutting short wires in case it doesn't work.

Aharon Time Delay Relay 10 Seconds 5 pin 12V 30A 5 pin SPDT
iJDMTOY’s 5-pin 12V 10-second time delay relay module

 

[Dundas]

He is using a 4 pin normally open 12VDC automotive relay #J115F31A12VDC but you could still use the 5 pin but the amazon review comments about high resistance would give me pause.
The spec sheet for the Buckeye relay is here:
https://www.onlinecomponents.com/en/datasheet/j115f31a12vdcs9-51176069/

 

[thepiecesfit]

He is using a 4 pin normally open 12VDC automotive relay #J115F31A12VDC but you could still use the 5 pin but the amazon review comments about high resistance would give me pause.
The spec sheet for the Buckeye relay is here:
https://www.onlinecomponents.com/en/datasheet/j115f31a12vdcs9-51176069/

Thanks I was able to pull the part number as well. Might keep looking neither of those relays provide the data sheets. Seems like the options are limited with the delay time option when using the quick connect terminals.

 

[Buckeye Amps]

Quick connect terminals limit a lot of the choices unfortunately, even for normal relays. While I've gotten a lot better at soldering (the 3.5mm jack and resistor for the LED), anything I can do with quick connects helps me overall with consistent build quality and time.

If you tried a new relay and needed to switch back to quick connects I wouldn't mind sending a few and a new 3.5mm jack if the wires end up being too short switching back.

 

[Buckeye Amps]

Case comparison pictures

 

[mattf]

The spec sheet for the Buckeye relay is here:
https://www.onlinecomponents.com/en/datasheet/j115f31a12vdcs9-51176069/

Can folks who are more knowledgeable with electronics help me interpret the sheet?

I'm wondering what the minimum voltage required to trip the relay would be... I see "Pick Up Voltage" (9V) and "Release Voltage" (1.2V)... does that mean that it turns "on" at 9V and doesn't drop it 'till the DC falls below 1.2V?

 

[Buckeye Amps]

Can folks who are more knowledgeable with electronics help me interpret the sheet?

I'm wondering what the minimum voltage required to trip the relay would be... I see "Pick Up Voltage" (9V) and "Release Voltage" (1.2V)... does that mean that it turns "on" at 9V and doesn't drop it 'till the DC falls below 1.2V?

Yes. Though as someone said earlier, it might not be a guaranteed value. I use a 9V battery to test the relays before shipping. But it may be possible 5v (which some DACs provide for triggers) would trigger the relay.

 

[Dundas]

Mine won't trip with 5V but there are many 5V to 12V USB converters available:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07J6NYVJV/

 

[Buckeye Amps]

And the new Medium case

 

[Buckeye Amps]

Also, I have a Spring Cleaning sale going on. I have a few 17" and 19" cases (the original ones) left. $40 off any order using the 17" case and $80 off any order using the 19" case. While supplies last!

 

[sg1838]

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[thegeton]

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