UPDATED 11/16/20
Hey all,
Long-time A/V enthusiast with an extensive history on the AVS forums and more recently following this site for all the technical and objective expertise. After months of looking for the best amplifier setup over the summer, I went a DIY route and built a 4-channel NC502MP and 6-channel NC252MP build using Modushop cases. One of the reasons for the DIY route was the lack of sellers in the US, and at the time of my needs the offerings of US sellers was limited.
I found putting my amplifiers together a fun "hobby"/relaxing during the nights after I got home from school (working on a PhD currently). So I got to thinking, could I offer a no frills, low cost option for US buyers without much overhead/need to charge more than necessary to turn a small profit while providing a quality product? After a couple of weeks of spitballing and working on a case prototype that is cost effective, I believe the answer is yes.
PRICING:
In the 19" wide x 14" deep Aluminum Case (2U):
8 channel NC252MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $1549 shipped
6 channel NC502MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $1649 shipped
In the 17" wide x 12" deep Aluminum Case (2U):
6 channel NC252MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $1249 shipped
4 channel NC502MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $1079 shipped
4 channel NC252MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $849 shipped
In the 12" wide x 12" deep Aluminum Case (2U):
4 channel NC252MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $849 shipped
2 channel NC502MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $679 shipped
2 channel NC252MP, XLR inputs (Neutrik), 12v trigger, Power LED = $529 shipped
* For those who know they do not need a 12v trigger at all, I can knock $15 off the price per module (so 2 channel amps would be $15 off, 4 channel amps $30 off, etc)
* Discounts available for those purchasing two or more amp builds
* Mixing and matching NC502 and NC252's are possible when using the 17" and 19" wide cases
I am keeping a low stock of parts until I can see how much interest is out there. As I said, this is not going to be a main source of income or business for me. More small profit margins since this is going to be a hobby endeavor and an entry level offering for those in the States. If it gains traction, a website may be up and running by the end of the year. Until then I am open to PM's. As long as I have the modules in stock, turn around time for building would be 1 week maximum.