Daedalus Audio Isolation devices

Daedalus Audio · « **Reply #100 on:** 16 Jun 2016, 12:21 am »

Quote from: jtwrace on 12 Jun 2016, 01:23 pm

Lou-

Is there any plan to offer the DiD in black? Just some black anodize.

We have looked into that but because of the design and using wood parts it would be more expensive and I doubt people will pay for that option.

Good question though.....

thanks,
lou

patonycam · « **Reply #101 on:** 22 Jun 2016, 09:25 pm »

Hey Lou:
Are going to be at Capital Audiofest 2016? Mr. Jamison will be looking for you.
Tony C

Daedalus Audio · « **Reply #102 on:** 23 Jun 2016, 01:47 am »

Quote from: patonycam on 22 Jun 2016, 09:25 pm

Hey Lou:
Are going to be at Capital Audiofest 2016? Mr. Jamison will be looking for you.
Tony C

Of course!!! one of my very favorite shows!
will be in room 323 with Border Patrol and Triode also will have a table in the Marketplace with Modwrights new Tryst headphone amp doing demos of the DiDs

audiotom · « **Reply #103 on:** 27 Jun 2016, 04:27 pm »

I met someone new at our New Orleans audiophile club meeting that I was hosting at my house last Thursday

He was very complimentary of my Ulysses and asked a number of questions

It turned out he has two sets of three DIDS
He also has a Mod-wright modded OPPO 105

wow

zybar · « **Reply #104 on:** 17 Jul 2016, 04:23 pm »

Quote from: Daedalus Audio on 16 Jun 2016, 12:21 am

We have looked into that but because of the design and using wood parts it would be more expensive and I doubt people will pay for that option.

Good question though.....

thanks,
lou

Lou,

Another vote for black.

I grabbed a set of DiD's from a friend who had an extra set and they sound great!

However, I really would love to have them in black.

Here is a pic:

George

Daedalus Audio · « **Reply #105 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 03:26 am »

Quote from: zybar on 17 Jul 2016, 04:23 pm

Lou,

Another vote for black.

I grabbed a set of DiD's from a friend who had an extra set and they sound great!

However, I really would love to have them in black.

Here is a pic:

OK but as I said it will cost more, not sure how much but it may be substantial.
How much extra would you pay for black?
curious....

and thanks much for tryi8ng them glad you like em. thanks!

George

zybar · « **Reply #106 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 12:35 pm »

Lou,

What does substantial mean?

If substantial meant double - no, I wouldn't pay that kind of premium.

While the DiD's are excellent and definitely improve the sound, they are already a good sized investment.

George

audioguy213 · « **Reply #107 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 12:47 pm »

what about a hollow sleeve of something black the DiD would sit within

that could be cheaply added and would provide the aesthetics sought.

Send me 12 units to test and I will write a review on AC.

jtwrace · « **Reply #108 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 01:26 pm »

Quote from: zybar on 18 Jul 2016, 12:35 pm

Lou,

What does substantial mean?

If substantial meant double - no, I wouldn't pay that kind of premium.

While the DiD's are excellent and definitely improve the sound, they are already a good sized investment.

George

It's not substantial to anodize. Maybe $10 - $20 each depending on quantity.

Daedalus Audio · « **Reply #109 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 04:38 pm »

Quote from: jtwrace on 18 Jul 2016, 01:26 pm

It's not substantial to anodize. Maybe $10 - $20 each depending on quantity.

It all gets complicated when you mix wood and metal....
can't anodize after the wood is installed and may scratch the anodize when installing the wood ...bit of a catch-22

I may work out something but it would likely raise the cost from $160ea to $200-$250 ea.
(cost of anodize, additional labor, QC and 'lost/scratched' parts etc)

If enough people think that would be worth the additional $ then I can look into it. fair enough?

btw, There is no reason someone who wants them black or purple etc can't paint them...

zybar · « **Reply #110 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 04:58 pm »

Quote from: Daedalus Audio on 18 Jul 2016, 04:38 pm

It all gets complicated when you mix wood and metal....
can't anodize after the wood is installed and may scratch the anodize when installing the wood ...bit of a catch-22

I may work out something but it would likely raise the cost from $160ea to $200-$250 ea.
(cost of anodize, additional labor, QC and 'lost/scratched' parts etc)

If enough people think that would be worth the additional $ then I can look into it. fair enough?

btw, There is no reason someone who wants them black or purple etc can't paint them...

Thanks for the post Lou.

That is indeed a substantial cost increase and I would really need to think about it.

George

Daedalus Audio · « **Reply #111 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 05:10 pm »

Quote from: zybar on 18 Jul 2016, 04:58 pm

Thanks for the post Lou.

That is indeed a substantial cost increase and I would really need to think about it.

George

thanks for understanding. I really try to keep prices fair but I just can't lose money ....
If it were just the cost of anodize I would have those done in a heartbeat but it isn't that easy.
I'll look into this more and see if we can come up with a better option, I still doubt that anything can be done for less than an extra $40 each. remember this is a dealer item so their margin is reflected in the retail.

OzarkTom · « **Reply #112 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 05:40 pm »

A $4 can of spray paint from Wally World would work.

audioguy213 · « **Reply #113 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 05:43 pm »

How about you guys apply the paint, a nice even layer of flat black on the outer part only, for a nominal upcharge?

jtwrace · « **Reply #114 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 05:51 pm »

Quote from: Daedalus Audio on 18 Jul 2016, 04:38 pm

It all gets complicated when you mix wood and metal....
can't anodize after the wood is installed and may scratch the anodize when installing the wood ...bit of a catch-22

I may work out something but it would likely raise the cost from $160ea to $200-$250 ea.
(cost of anodize, additional labor, QC and 'lost/scratched' parts etc)

If enough people think that would be worth the additional $ then I can look into it. fair enough?

btw, There is no reason someone who wants them black or purple etc can't paint them...

Should be easy enough to install the wood after with the proper press fit clearance. Not really a big deal.

zybar · « **Reply #115 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 05:51 pm »

Silly question on painting...

Do I need to prime them, or do I just spray away?

Would I just use Rustoleum (or equivalent from HD)?

George

Daedalus Audio · « **Reply #116 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 06:01 pm »

Quote from: zybar on 18 Jul 2016, 05:51 pm

Silly question on painting...

Do I need to prime them, or do I just spray away?

Would I just use Rustoleum (or equivalent from HD)?

George

Good questions.
use a metal primer first, then paint. Rustoleum etc should be fine, you could even use a pebble finish etc?
I would tape off the bottom and the inside though.

thanks,
lou

rajacat · « **Reply #117 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 06:02 pm »

Quote from: zybar on 18 Jul 2016, 05:51 pm

Silly question on painting...

Do I need to prime them, or do I just spray away?

Would I just use Rustoleum (or equivalent from HD)?

George

Aluminum generally needs to be prepped with an etching/cleaning solution such as Phosphoric Acid based Alumiprep 33. http://www.merrittsupply.com/products/29493-alumiprep-33-aluminum-cleaner-conditioner.aspx.
Aluminum doesn't hold paint very well. It needs etching to get a grip.

jriggy · « **Reply #118 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 06:04 pm »

Quote from: audioguy213 on 18 Jul 2016, 05:43 pm

How about you guys apply the paint, a nice even layer of flat black on the outer part only, for a nominal upcharge?

I was afraid to say it!

I there a 'sticks to anything" high quality Krylon spray can that would work well?

Daedalus Audio · « **Reply #119 on:** 18 Jul 2016, 06:14 pm »

OK, I need a show of hands...

Is it worth an extra $40 each to have them in black?

I'm guessing that is the minimum it will have to be (hopefully I can find a way to make it less).

I have to hear that enough people would pay that much extra to get them in black.....

thanks,
lou