Ordering 502s for surrounds is just insanity in my opinion, but to each his own...
I do try to be honest whenever a new customer gives me their speakers and "needs" by pointing them to using NC252s for surrounds (and especially Atmos). But I still get a few "Do you have an 8ch NC502" amp inquiries here and there. I do not expect to sell a lot of these if I offer them (more so think people may opt for the case for their 6/8 channel NC252 or 6ch NC502 setups at a minimum) but it can't hurt to have the option there.Ordering 502s for surrounds is just insanity in my opinion, but to each his own...
Can I exchange my new 6 channel 502 for an 8 channelUpdate:
I am in the process of designing a new case. The initial dimensions are looking like the usual 17" wide, around 12-13" deep and.....about 6" tall with feet. Why so tall? Well, how else would I fit 8ch of NC502 on their sides with heatsink cooling?
This is still early stages of working on the design. No other details yet but in my typical fashion, I am shooting for a price under $2099.
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The only thing I still can't "compete" with is the micro controlled on/off (soft start). So far, this hasn't been an issue. I've had my NCxxxMP amps in my personal setup for over 18 months now and never an issue with inrush current tripping a fuse, dimming lights, or popping.Can I exchange my new 6 channel 502 for an 8 channeljust kidding....well kind of..
That is pretty cheap for 8 channels.
Also the monolith one is $3000 for an 8 channel and you are at their 8 channel 252 price! Good job!
I’m starting to hate you now!What? Me try to "undercut" a competitor? I would never!
It would definitely be dual 15amp IEC inputs. And yes, I would finally flip the XLR inputs for this one (and have the speaker binding posts on the bottom)
Clipping indicators would be optional via the add in module I am still developing with another forum member
He will upgrade you to 8 channels for the small, one time, fee of $2149I’m starting to hate you now!Maybe consider some type of upgrade kit package for existing Customers?
I'm working on that detail, actually. Just want to find the best way for both myself and customers.I’m starting to hate you now!Maybe consider some type of upgrade kit package for existing Customers?
Obviously you need to make a decent profit to do this service and I would be interested in what you design. Some type of kit or send in for upgrade would be above and beyond normal Customer Service. But a fee arranged repurpose upgrade process would be very interesting to some I think.I'm working on that detail, actually. Just want to find the best way for both myself and customers.
One of the perks of being owner/builder and an enthusiast myself, I try to offer what I know I'd want (upgradeable AV components is often asked for but hard to deliver).Obviously you need to make a decent profit to do this service and I would be interested in what you design. Some type of kit or send in for upgrade would be above and beyond normal Customer Service. But a fee arranged repurpose upgrade process would be very interesting to some I think.
Definitely possible. For this case design I am open to rearranging things for best use. However I also don't want to make others feel they are missing out if they choose other offerings that don't have these thingsWould it be possible to have a power button on the front?
Speaking of power switch on the front, would there be some unhappy side effect to moving the trigger-enable button to the front? (It acts as a standby button when there is no trigger, of course.)Definitely possible. For this case design I am open to rearranging things for best use. However I also don't want to make others feel they are missing out if they choose other offerings that don't have these things
No, that's what the "power button" would be (standby switch, Power button, etc....same purpose). Only thing that kept me from implementing it right from the start of business was finding a good one with an LED at a reasonable bulk price.Speaking of power switch on the front, would there be some unhappy side effect to moving the trigger-enable button to the front? (It acts as a standby button when there is no trigger, of course.)
Rick "whose other equipment lacks a trigger output" Denney
I was trying to preserve the light ring. It is easier for those who don't want light to block it out or dim it, vs not having an LED at all for those who do want an indicator.4 usd without light ring (best for home theater imo).
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And yes, I would finally flip the XLR inputs for this one (and have the speaker binding postson the bottombelow them)