Re: DIY Dodd Buffer group buy - $300each

Mariusz · « **on:** 9 Dec 2010, 02:06 am »

Special Christmas announcement

Most of you know that Dodd buffers are back in production.
I was also told that prices have changed a bit and that two buffer versions will be offered. Standard version - original buffer kit with all the trimings such as case, faceplate, knobs etc. (must be purchased together as a kit)
And economy version with somewhat simpler layout and fewer boutique parts.
This version will be sold for $350 + shipping.

Gary will offer this kit to first 10 members who show interest at discounted intro price of $300 + shipping.

If there is enough interest, I'll move it to dedicated thread.

Cheers

jtsnead · « **Reply #1 on:** 9 Dec 2010, 01:03 pm »

So is there any discount on the standard one if you buy the complete kit?

gld · « **Reply #2 on:** 9 Dec 2010, 05:02 pm »

Hi everyone. I have been very busy with some more monster amps and haven't been here much at all. I will answer a few of your questions about the buffers.
A heatsink of approximately 2"x4" with fins at least 1/2" tall will be plenty.
I will supply a heatsink drilled for the reg. and the switch with mounting hardware for $10 shipped. You will just have to move things around a bit to fit in in. Placement is not critical. The basic kit has everything you need to have a working buffer, except for the Cardas RCA's, those are now included on the complete chassis. It is $349, being offered for $300 for the first 10 as a Christmas special. If there is enough interest I may decide to extend this offer so everyone interested will have a chance to get a special.
If you want a complete kit which is a fully finished unit that you have to assemble those are now going for $1595 and for the Christmas special you can have one for $1295. All buffers from this point on will be configured to be able to use the 6H30 supertube! Guys this is a no brainer, there isn't anything in this price range that can come close! I have plenty of stock on the basic kits
Please note that the basic kits in this special will include the lower cost Cardas RCA's.

Gary

S Clark · « **Reply #3 on:** 9 Dec 2010, 05:15 pm »

Hey Gary,
I'll be in Dallas next Tues. If you are going to be around, I'll swing by to see about options for kit upgrades. Also, are those monster amps up and going? I'd love to hear what you've been up to.

Scott

Mariusz · « **Reply #4 on:** 9 Dec 2010, 05:27 pm »

Quote

If you want a complete kit which is a fully finished unit that you have to assemble those are now going for $1595 and for the Christmas special you can have one for $1295.

Gary
That's for fully assembled unit right?
Not a complete DIY kit?

Could you list all prices for DIY kit and options?
Hopefully that will help avoid some confusion as far as pricing is concern.

Thanks for stopping by and your assistance.

Mariusz

gld · « **Reply #5 on:** 9 Dec 2010, 08:41 pm »

OOP'S ok here's the deal
Standard Basic Buffer Kit includes everything to build the kit except the RCA's and the Neutric power connectors. NO chassis components included. $349

Christmas Special Buffer Kit Includes everything in the basic kit and it also includes the lower cost,(gold plated brass) Cardas RCA's and the Neutric power connectors. $300
NOW THATS A DEAL!!!!

Fully assembled and fully finished ready to play units for $1295 regular they are $1595. Note the fully built units will have the original,(gold/rodium) Cardas and Neutric connectors standard. With all kits or finished units you supply the battery and charger.
Gary

Mariusz · « **Reply #6 on:** 9 Dec 2010, 08:53 pm »

So, basiclly you get what Trung showed in his newest build:

All you have to get to complete it is:
case, knobs, battery and charger. Total? Under $400
That's pretty awesome!

gld · « **Reply #7 on:** 9 Dec 2010, 09:37 pm »

Exactly correct. I will supply either a JJ ECC803S or a JJ E88CC.
I also forgot that if you want Platinum cap upgrade it is $45
Gary

2wo · « **Reply #8 on:** 10 Dec 2010, 01:23 am »

OK, I got to bite on this. What's the best way to order?...John

Mariusz · « **Reply #9 on:** 11 Dec 2010, 08:16 pm »

This topic is sticky now for the time of special promotion.

corndog71 · « **Reply #10 on:** 16 Dec 2010, 01:11 am »

I want to jump on the $300 kit but can't until I get my bonus...

at the end of the month.

gld · « **Reply #11 on:** 16 Dec 2010, 01:26 am »

MERRY CHRISTMAS, I'll be sure and save one for you.

Gary

HAL · « **Reply #12 on:** 16 Dec 2010, 02:34 am »

WOW! Now this is a Christmas sale!

Will shortly have the 6H30 running in my single tube buffer.

corndog71 · « **Reply #13 on:** 16 Dec 2010, 03:22 am »

Quote from: gld on 16 Dec 2010, 01:26 am

MERRY CHRISTMAS, I'll be sure and save one for you.
Gary

Thanks, Gary. That's very cool of you. Could you set aside one of those heat sinks too. I've been wanting to hear the 6H30 tube for ever.

Mariusz · « **Reply #14 on:** 16 Dec 2010, 03:45 am »

Not sure about "forever"......but good 6-7 years at 4 hours a day, 7 days a week.

HT cOz · « **Reply #15 on:** 16 Dec 2010, 09:01 pm »

Gary,

Any thoughts about a pure tube buffer with no volume controll?

Thanks,
Robert

TrungT · « **Reply #16 on:** 17 Dec 2010, 12:34 am »

Black Knobs

HAL · « **Reply #17 on:** 17 Dec 2010, 12:57 am »

Quote from: HT cOz on 16 Dec 2010, 09:01 pm

Gary,

Any thoughts about a pure tube buffer with no volume controll?

Thanks,
Robert

That would be easy with the kit. You could just wire a input resistor to ground instead of using the input volume control and convert it to a pure buffer.

gld · « **Reply #18 on:** 17 Dec 2010, 02:01 am »

Thanks Rich
You are correct except you wouldn't have to add the resistor to ground it's in the module so it cannot be left out!

Gary

HAL · « **Reply #19 on:** 17 Dec 2010, 03:07 am »

Well I was close!