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Other Stuff => Archived Manufacturer Circles => Aluminati Sound => Topic started by: AluminatiSound on 6 Sep 2013, 09:51 pm
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This thread is intended for Inferno~200 discussion and support.
We are going to start from the beginning, since we are actually still at the beginning with this project and will post a lot of pictures. Are you ready :thumb:
For the longest time, Jas and i have loved to machine large blocks of aluminum, the CNC mills just chew up the aluminum like bubble gum. We could easily purchase a stamped steel chassis for 10% of the cost but wheres the fun in that. With our fully machined cases, you get a very unique amp that only a hand full of audio companies offer and they offer this at a much higher profit margin than ours.
Shown below are the final production CAD models, they were drawn in Gibbs CAM 2013+. This program also has a very extensive CAM platform(computer aided machining). We machine everything off the CAD models and can instantly generate run times before we machine to maximize speed.
The case will measure 2.5" tall by 13.4" wide by 10" deep. Rough weight estimate will be right around 20lbs fully assembled. Amplification will be provided by 200ASC Ice Power board. It will provide 100watts@8ohms and 200watts@4ohms to each of the two channels.
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A lot of thought went into the cover to incorporate both style and proper ventilation.
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To reduce costs the amps will not be screen printed or laser engraved but rather machined engraved prior to anodizing. The Aluminati Sound logo will be a buffed stainless piece. It will be black lit using red LEDs.
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Picture showing pocket for LEDs.
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High quality connectors will be used through out the amps. Both XLR and SE (RCA) can be used with a flick of the toggle switch. Speakers are connected to the 5 way binding posts. The amp is intended to stay on as it uses hardly any power at idle but a power switch is provided at the power input if need be.
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We take pride in these pictures. It takes a long time to design and perfect the interior layout of these cases. Everything was done for a reason to provide the best sounding amplifiers.
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Separated from the interior space as the amp modules, is the power inputs. This reduces interference greatly.
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The first Inferno~200 will be produced this weekend.
Standard finishes are black and clear anodizing but other colors options are possibly for an up charge.
Our amplifiers come with a 2 year all parts and labor warranty.
We are selling the Inferno~200 for $1,250 shipped.
If you are interested in the very first 200, please pm or email us at aluminatisound@gmail.com.
More pictures to come this weekend :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
UPDATE
Made the very first Inferno this morning, we'll make the stainless logo piece later this week and it will be ready to test!
The block of aluminum for the case weighed in at 35lbs when we started and now weighs 9.5lbs, a lose of 25.5lbs!!!
A few things had to be tweaked while we were running, like recessing the RCA jacks further and adding more clearance for the IEC input but it's very easy to adjust things on the fly.
Machined aluminum can scratch very easily, even with your finger nails if you rub it enough, so we have always prep'd our cases before anodizing with 3m scotch brite and it really makes for a nice finish. You can see in the pictures, the first set are at the shop with a machined finish and those at my house after being scotch'd.
Tomorrow we'll bring the amp to a packaging service center just down the road to get some custom boxes made with foam inserts and will use these to ship our amps to customers.
More updates to come after test assembly, anodizing and final assembly. We should have a 100% completed amp in a few weeks.
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Best,
Matt and Jas
UPDATE
We contacted Ice Power and the Ice Power amp modules are UL listed :thumb:
This morning we made the stainless logo pieces, tested the LEDs and they look fantastic!!
As you can see in the pictures, we test fit all the connectors and 200ASC amp boards and everything went together without a hitch. Off to anodizing tomorrow afternoon. We hope to have the very first completed ready to ship Inferno~200 amp by early next week :D
Best,
Matt and Jas
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We got some time to take a few shots of the Inferno~200 after anodizing. The black anodizing sure does look pretty and will be wired up in the next few days :)
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Best,
Matt and Jas
Just a few quick pictures.
Better ones will be posted tomorrow, with some internal shots too, to show off our wiring :)
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Best,
Matt and Jas
All done folks and boy does it sound fantastic!! We had lunch at my house today, both Jas and I really want one now :) But will probably make a few extra Diablo~500's :thumb:
We'll be creating a FS thread just for this amp later tonight. It is a true one of a kind amp, since we are making one of them but it does come with a 2 year full coverage warranty!
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Best,
Matt and Jas
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Love the chassis work.
What modules are being used? (ICE, Hypex, something else?)
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Love the chassis work.
What modules are being used? (ICE, Hypex, something else?)
We are using Ice Power modules. From listening tests, we find it hard to tell the differences between the Ice Power modules and other class D module manufactures (Abletec, Hypex, Class D Audio).
Best,
Matt and Jas
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which abletec module have you tested?
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The first Inferno~200 will be produced this weekend.
Standard finishes are black and clear anodizing but other colors options are possibly for an up charge.
Our amplifiers come with a 2 year all parts and labor warranty.
We are selling the Inferno~200 for $1,350 shipped. This price might change up or down as we are not 100% sure on anodizing costs quite yet.
If you are interested in the very first 200, please pm or email us at aluminatisound@gmail.com.
More pictures to come this weekend :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
:drool:
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THANK YOU MATT & JAS!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Please keep us posted with more info and photos! If there's going to be a demo unit available at some point to go "on tour" for a few of us to try, please mark me down for an audition. I'd love to give this a listen and post some comments.
AC'ers:
I must say that Matt Kraemer/Alumiati has been a pleasure to deal with. A++ with design, fabrication, assembly, service/communication, etc. etc.
With all buyers, it comes down to three things about their purchase:
Quality. Service. Price.
In my experiences, you generally won't find businesses who can provide you with the "best" of all three things (best quality, best service and the best prices). I'm sure there are a few more hidden gems out there, but I personally only know of two companies who fit the description above in the audio arena..... ALUMINATI (and Daedalus Audio).
I have no affiliation with either company.
Greg
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which abletec module have you tested?
Hi Cab,
We purchased an ALC1000 and found it be a very good module but it is not as stable as the ASP Ice Power modules into low loads.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Matt & Jas,
Very nice :rock:
Best,
Anand.
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The original post says you are using the 200ASC modules, but the most recent post says "We purchased an ALC1000 and found it be a very good module but it is not as stable as the ASP Ice Power modules into low loads".
So are you in fact using the ASC vs. the ASP ICEpower modules?
Is their any sort of custom input module to increase the input impedance for compatibility with a wider range of preamplifiers?
Steve
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The original post says you are using the 200ASC modules, but the most recent post says "We purchased an ALC1000 and found it be a very good module but it is not as stable as the ASP Ice Power modules into low loads".
So are you in fact using the ASC vs. the ASP ICEpower modules?
Is their any sort of custom input module to increase the input impedance for compatibility with a wider range of preamplifiers?
Steve
Hi Steve,
When i referenced the Abletec ALC1000, i was saying we listened to this module before deciding on Ice Power. The 200ASC is the board going into Inferno amp.
Don't get me wrong there are a lot of manufactures that make awesome class D modules but we decided on Ice Power.
There are no custom input buffers on the Inferno or Diablo amps, we used a tube pre amp last month when we were testing the Ice Power boards and we could not hear a drop in high frequencies. Only a select few tube pre amps have a very HIGH output impedance.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Today we picked up material for the first Inferno amp. The block weighs in at 35lbs and will lose around 20lbs from machining. We are excited to start machining tomorrow!!
Please refer back to the OP in this thread, as we'll add more pictures and information about the amplifier as things progress.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Beautiful (and I couldn't think of a better name)! Very nice...thank you for your work.
Best,
John
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Beautiful (and I couldn't think of a better name)! Very nice...thank you for your work.
Best,
John
Hi John,
It just came to us one day and we are running with it. Can't think of anything better :D
Best,
Matt and Jas
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:drool:
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THANK YOU MATT & JAS!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Please keep us posted with more info and photos! If there's going to be a demo unit available at some point to go "on tour" for a few of us to try, please mark me down for an audition. I'd love to give this a listen and post some comments.
AC'ers:
I must say that Matt Kraemer/Alumiati has been a pleasure to deal with. A++ with design, fabrication, assembly, service/communication, etc. etc.
With all buyers, it comes down to three things about their purchase:
Quality. Service. Price.
In my experiences, you generally won't find businesses who can provide you with the "best" of all three things (best quality, best service and the best prices). I'm sure there are a few more hidden gems out there, but I personally only know of two companies who fit the description above in the audio arena..... ALUMINATI (and Daedalus Audio).
I have no affiliation with either company.
Greg
Greg,
Thanks for the kind words. Soon you'll be enjoying your custom amps :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Hi Matt and Jas,
Boy I envy you guys.
I'm a 33 year CNC machinist with 15 years Surfcam experience and would love to be building/designing audio gear with you two.
Nobody builds enclosures out of solid aluminum that I'm aware of. :thumb:
All the best to you both.
WireNut
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Hi Matt and Jas,
Boy I envy you guys.
I'm a 33 year CNC machinist with 15 years Surfcam experience and would love to be building/designing audio gear with you two.
Nobody builds enclosures out of solid aluminum that I'm aware of. :thumb:
All the best to you both.
WireNut
Hi WireNut,
Thanks for the warm wishes. We use to have both Gibbs and Surfcam in the shop but moved over to all Gibbs just a few years ago. I primarily do surfacing/3d machining and 4th axis work. Those kinds of parts can be stressful but they are a fun challenge!
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Seems like there are many people selling ice and other module amps. Your strength is obviously the casework. You might consider simply selling custom cases as there are no real competitors in that market...Best of luck.
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Seems like there are many people selling ice and other module amps. Your strength is obviously the casework. You might consider simply selling custom cases as there are no real competitors in that market...Best of luck.
Hi cab,
You are correct, only a few companies do cases like us but for now we are going to sell complete products. In the future we might do cases in 2ru,3 and 4 and the end user would just have to drill a few holes were needed and they'd have an awesome case for their project.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Selling cases only would also let you off the hook in terms of being able to provide customer support, looking to the future, and jumping through the hoops of getting UL approval - or maybe you don't need that in the USA.
In Canada, anything that is marketed and plugs in to the wall needs a CSA approval sticker. Recently that requirement has been amended so that UL approval is equivalent and sufficient, but one or the other is needed to stay within the law.
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Selling cases only would also let you off the hook in terms of being able to provide customer support, looking to the future, and jumping through the hoops of getting UL approval - or maybe you don't need that in the USA.
In Canada, anything that is marketed and plugs in to the wall needs a CSA approval sticker. Recently that requirement has been amended so that UL approval is equivalent and sufficient, but one or the other is needed to stay within the law.
Hi Russell,
We are looking into this, the Ice Power modules are pre approved for safety by CSA but we will try to get the UL cert :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Even if the modules themselves have CSA or UL approval, installing them into a case that has an AC mains connector wired to the board does not necessarily carry the certification to the completed appliance.
Steve
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Even if the modules themselves have CSA or UL approval, installing them into a case that has an AC mains connector wired to the board does not necessarily carry the certification to the completed appliance.
Steve
Hi Steve,
This is very true, we just sent an email to CSA Group to get things started but will contact UL too.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Jas and I are getting up early tomorrow morning to machine the first Inferno case and cover. Please refer back to the OP for updates with pictures and information.
Then it's time for football baby!!
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Matt, I want a higher powered amp than the inferno 200. When are you going to start making it? Specs?
Ramon
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Matt, I want a higher powered amp than the inferno 200. When are you going to start making it? Specs?
Ramon
Hi Ramon,
We are going to offer two different stereo amps. The Inferno~200 and Diablo~500, they will provide 200wattts and 500watts respectively.
The first Inferno we'll make tomorrow will prove out the case design and amp assembly for the Diablo. A few weeks from now, the first Diablo will be created and a thread will be made to show progress.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Believe it or not, one of the CSA requirements for a device that runs off A.C. and is plugged into the wall (and has a captive power cord) is that said "appliance" (this includes amplifiers) must be able to be held up by its cord!
I suppose having an IEC power connector gets you around this requirement.
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UPDATE to OP but i will post the recently added pictures here as well.
We machined the first Inferno amp this morning and everything turned out great!
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Best,
Matt and Jas
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The amp we made this morning will be black anodized and has no owner yet. We got good deals on packaging and anodizing prices so we are selling the Inferno~200's for $1,250 shipped. That is a stupid crazy price for all the hard work we are putting into these amps!!
If you are interested in this amp please contact us at aluminatisound@gmail.com
Best,
Matt and Jas
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The amp we made this morning will be black anodized and has no owner yet. We got good deals on packaging and anodizing prices so we are selling the Inferno~200's for $1,250 shipped. That is a stupid crazy price for all the hard work we are putting into these amps!!
If you are interested in this amp please contact us at aluminatisound@gmail.com
Best,
Matt and Jas
A thing of beauty :thumb:
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A thing of beauty :thumb:
Thanks WireNut!!
We are very excited to give this baby a listen :thumb:
Best,
Matt and Jas
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We contacted Ice Power and the Ice Power amp modules are UL listed :thumb:
This morning we made the stainless logo pieces, tested the LEDs and they look fantastic!!
As you can see in the pictures, we test fit all the connectors and 200ASC amp boards and everything went together without a hitch. Off to anodizing tomorrow afternoon. We hope to have the very first completed ready to ship Inferno~200 amp by early next week :D
Best,
Matt and Jas
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This amp still has no owner..... Who's it going to be :icon_twisted:
We've had numerous inquires for the Diablo~500 and those haven't even been made yet :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
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This amp still has no owner..... Who's it going to be :icon_twisted:
We've had numerous inquires for the Diablo~500 and those haven't even been made yet :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
Hi Aluminati guys and all Audio Circle members.
Very nice work. :thumb:
Guy 13
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Very nice!
In the future, will there be a choice of LED colors... blue?
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Very nice!
In the future, will there be a choice of LED colors... blue?
Hi Greg,
Yes any color is possible :) well the ones they make at least.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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I want the 500 in blue LED and silver color case! :thumb: When is this going to start?
Ramon
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I like the orange illumination on the switch unlike all the cheesy neon blue nonsense that you see around like the Emotiva line etc... Excellent and wish you much luck and if I was looking for an amp, this would definitely be one up my alley but with at least half a dozen amps on cue, I need a new amp like I need a hole in my head. jijijij. :thumb:
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We are starting to rethink having two amplifier models. The requests and emails about the Diablo vastly out weigh the Inferno.
Moving forward we will only run Inferno's on request. Diablo's will be ran normally and we will have an inventory of them ready to ship.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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I like the orange illumination on the switch unlike all the cheesy neon blue nonsense that you see around like the Emotiva line etc... Excellent and wish you much luck and if I was looking for an amp, this would definitely be one up my alley but with at least half a dozen amps on cue, I need a new amp like I need a hole in my head. jijijij. :thumb:
I partially agree. The Emotiva gear isn't for me and I feel that owners of all the over lit components out there could probably conduct night landings for small aircraft....but if THEY like it - that's really all that matters.
However, there is a reason that most manufactures are using blue illuminations. Although dim red lighting is great for night navigation, military, etc. blue IS easier on the eyes over extended periods in low lighted situations.
Studies for years, and documentaries on TV have shown that on average the color blue has the most relaxing effect on humans. Higher percentages of people tested with the color red indicated they were noticing opposite effects - increased stress. Red is continuously rated as the most stressful color for humans. To me the old saying is true..... "cool blue" but having a wide plethora of choices from Aluminati is killer. Thanks Matt and Jas :thumb:
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We contacted Ice Power and our amps are UL certified :thumb:
I assume you meant to say that the ICE Power modules you are using are UL certified.
Unless you submitted your completed product to UL for certification and passed, your amps are not UL certified.
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The Emotiva gear isn't for me and I feel that owners of all the over lit components out there could probably conduct night landings for small aircraft....but if THEY like it - that's really all that matters.
If you don't care about family members or guests, then I guess that's really all that matters. I had the unfortunate "pleasure" to spend an evening in an all-Emotiva living room. The glare was irritating, uncomfortable and objectionable.
However, there is a reason that most manufactures are using blue illuminations. Although dim red lighting is great for night navigation, military, etc. blue IS easier on the eyes over extended periods in low lighted situations.
Studies for years, and documentaries on TV have shown that on average the color blue has the most relaxing effect on humans. Higher percentages of people tested with the color red indicated they were noticing opposite effects - increased stress. Red is continuously rated as the most stressful color for humans.
There is a big difference between reflected light off of a light blue or green hospital wall versus transmitted high intensity light from blue bulbs and LEDs. Some scientists have gone so far as to state that there are negative health effects from prolonged exposure to short wavelength blue light. I don't know about that, but I know that I personally find them irritating. The eye is so much more sensitive to the blue light spectrum, so care has to be taken to make them a lot dimmer than their red, amber or green counterparts.
A lot of manufacturers don't understand this and produce components with bright blue lighting. I tape over brighter blue LEDs and would pay extra to get the components in any LED color other than blue.
Steve
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I assume you meant to say that the ICE Power modules you are using are UL certified.
Unless you submitted your completed product to UL for certification and passed, your amps are not UL certified.
This is correct. It was worded wrong.
The boards inside our amps are UL listed.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Today we are dropping off the Inferno amp for black anodizing. We hope to have it back by Friday. Tons of pictures then :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Today we are dropping off the Inferno amp for black anodizing. We hope to have it back by Friday. Tons of pictures then :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
Looking forward to seeing the pics! This looks like a excellent deal.
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Looking forward to seeing the pics! This looks like a excellent deal.
We are very exited too!
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Matt, I am looking forward to it especially the diablo 500 :wink:
Ramon
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So I guess you guys are going with the ASP 500 for the Diablo? I would suggest considering two 125ASX modules in BTL mode for a better sounding stereo amp. The 125ASX series has some sonic advantages over the older designs from ICEpower.
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So I guess you guys are going with the ASP 500 for the Diablo? I would suggest considering two 125ASX modules in BTL mode for a better sounding stereo amp. The 125ASX series has some sonic advantages over the older designs from ICEpower.
Hi Barrows,
We have a few 125ASX2 boards on hand but they are not as stable when you bridge them. If you have power hungry speakers like Magnepans, they might dip too low, causing the amp board to go into protection mode. The 500ASP is the best amp module for the Diablo :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
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We are making 5 Diablo amps this weekend.
Please let us know if you would like to purchase one of the very first Diablo's!!
The price for the Diablo is $1,750 shipped and we only require 50% ($875) up front.
Buyers:
Ramon
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Matt, it is nice to be a part of your history being the first taker of the diablo 500. List me as a founding member of your fan club :) Good thing that patience is a virtue of mine. But on the other hand, I cannot wait my friend.
Ramon
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Matt, it is nice to be a part of your history being the first taker of the diablo 500. List me as a founding member of your fan club :) Good thing that patience is a virtue of mine. But on the other hand, I cannot wait my friend.
Ramon
We are as excited as you are Ramon!!
Best,
Matt and Jas
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A few quick updates.
The Inferno case and cover are expected back from anodizing this Friday (13th) and we'll start to wire it up over the weekend. Remember that we are only going to make one of these amps, unless a special request is asked to make another. If you interested in the first and possibly only Inferno, let us know :thumb:
Material has been ordered for 5 completed Diablos and the cost was not cheap!! But well worth it.
Custom made boxes with foam inserts have been ordered and will be done next Friday (20th).
Best,
Matt and Jas
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So far we have two confirmed buyers for Diablos.
Buyers:
Ramon #0001
Joe #0002
We only require 50% upfront. These 5 Diablos should ship by Friday the 27th. The next batch of 5 will be made in October.
Best,
Matt and Jas
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i need a 6 channel amplifier with a trigger, get working =) Thanks!
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We picked up the material for 5 soon to be completed Diablo stereo amps. Jas told me they metal shop would close at 6pm and i checked their website before leaving just to confirm, why does it say 5pm!!! because it was 4:45pm and i was stuck in traffic. I called and it was 5pm for putting orders in and 6pm for will call. I almost had to buy new pants!
My new Kia Forte was riding a little low on the way home..... We should charge customers gas money to get the material :lol:
In total we picked up 320lbs of 6061 T6 aluminum!!
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We'll upload more pictures tonight, as we got the Inferno~200 back from black anodizing, hope to have it all wired up and running over the weekend :D
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Just wanted to say we did not get a chance to upload pictures of the black anodized Inferno last night. But they will be up tomorrow.
Currently at the shop making Diablo cases :icon_twisted:
They weigh 57lbs before they enter the machine and they should weigh about 14lbs when complete (no cover). That is a loss of 43lbs lol
Stay tuned this weekend!
Best,
Matt and Jas
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We got some time to take a few shots of the Inferno~200 after anodizing. The black anodizing sure does look pretty and will be wired up in the next few days :)
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Best,
Matt and Jas
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Got the Inferno all wired up last night, mostly done, just a few things to button up and she'll be ready as ever!!
Pictures will be up tonight :)
Best,
Matt and Jas
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Just a few quick pictures.
Better ones will be posted tomorrow, with some internal shots too, to show off our wiring :)
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Best,
Matt and Jas
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All done folks and boy does it sound fantastic!! We had lunch at my house today, both Jas and I really want one now :) But will probably make a few extra Diablo~500's :thumb:
We'll be creating a FS thread just for this amp later tonight. It is a true one of a kind amp, since we are making one of them but it does come with a 2 year full coverage warranty!
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Best,
Matt and Jas