ICE the Beast

reveal_da_zeal · 13th February 2009, 00:51

Amazing to see some people gettin so specific on what is written but thats what make us different. Phew, nice to know that the amp is working, was also of the opinion to make way under the seat for an amp, will definitely now go for somewhere else (within car of course, hehe). Take care and hope the amp is as good as ever again.

speedzak · 13th February 2009, 03:25

Yet to check out Rainbows??

Do it first before you do anything else. You haven't heard my Qualis after it got rainbowed?

Nice to know that your amp is fine even after the wet expedition!

Why do you want MRP F500?
It was around 18k or so in grey around 6 months ago.

hydrashok · 13th February 2009, 09:57

Whoops! I'd missed the incident with the amp! Good to know that all is ok now. Yep, liquids are best kept as far away from Amps and Speakers (and everything else) as possible.

I'd visited our common friend in Kochi the other day, and he was very appreciative of your way of enjoying music, while you guys were listening to the new HU. He kept mentioning the name 'Jay', and I thought he had met Redfire while he was in TVM, till I understood he meant JayKay

Did you check out the gear in the Innova?

Are you sure the MRP F500 is still available?

@Zakko, I also haven't got a listen to the Qualis.

jkdas · 13th February 2009, 19:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bass&Trouble

Bet that's a relief.

Nothing happens to an amp usually if it gets wet on the insides, so long as its not powered up at the time and its completely dry when you power it up again.

You bet

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedzak

Yet to check out Rainbows??

Do it first before you do anything else. You haven't heard my Qualis after it got rainbowed?

Nice to know that your amp is fine even after the wet expedition!

Why do you want MRP F500?
It was around 18k or so in grey around 6 months ago.

Guess 12k or so now? Would have had to buy it if the mono had stopped working!

You ahev SLX 265 Deluxe ? And how much did it cost? What will be your other options within that price range?

Quote:

Originally Posted by hydrashok

Whoops! I'd missed the incident with the amp! Good to know that all is ok now. Yep, liquids are best kept as far away from Amps and Speakers (and everything else) as possible.

I'd visited our common friend in Kochi the other day, and he was very appreciative of your way of enjoying music, while you guys were listening to the new HU. He kept mentioning the name 'Jay', and I thought he had met Redfire while he was in TVM, till I understood he meant JayKay

Did you check out the gear in the Innova?

Are you sure the MRP F500 is still available?

@Zakko, I also haven't got a listen to the Qualis.

His Innova was loaded! The gear stuff was just 5.8k

Cool isnt it? I was supposed to meet him the next day, guess he got busy.

reveal: under the seat is a good option, check for pix by Zuch

speedzak · 13th February 2009, 20:44

I have SLX 265. Not the delux version. But other than the non adjustable crossover, this one too is a masterpiece! Costs around 9.5k! Amazing VFM. Delux crossover version costs around 2k extra I think.

You can also try Image dynamics entry level comps. I forgot the model no/name. They are also just amazing.

Try these options before you dig your pockets.

jkdas · 13th February 2009, 21:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedzak

I have SLX 265. Not the delux version. But other than the non adjustable crossover, this one too is a masterpiece! Costs around 9.5k! Amazing VFM. Delux crossover version costs around 2k extra I think.

You can also try Image dynamics entry level comps. I forgot the model no/name. They are also just amazing.

Try these options before you dig your pockets.

My friend, you just stand what I had in my mind! ID

Let me dig up the thread of its install here at TBHP first.

Another Q.

I know Pio wont do real justice but there is no fun getting a better product unless you know what you have right? The HU upgrade showed how better and different the two Alpine HU were.

Step by step, day by day

I intend to power my front compos and rear (yes I want that too powered from amp as rear audio isnt that great in a Safari; may coz I have stock speakers). 50W x 4 would do justice to these? Rainbows need atleast 30W nominal and ID looked like it needed more to make it sing.

Enlighten please.

speedzak · 13th February 2009, 22:34

Rainbows (especially SLX series) are one of the best performing speakers with less power.
Even my setup is giving hardly 30 watts per channel and the components as well as the coaxials sing with amazing precision.

That is not definitely the case with IDs. They do require a bit more meatier power. And when fed correctly, they are in a different league altogether.

Yes. Power all 4 speakers from your amp. Put the internal power IC off in your HU. Enjoy!

adityamunshi · 13th February 2009, 22:56

I guess you're referring to the CTX series. Around 14K mrp.

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedzak

You can also try Image dynamics entry level comps. I forgot the model no/name. They are also just amazing.

Try these options before you dig your pockets.

jkdas · 13th February 2009, 23:01

Just the built quality of the ID makes me wanna buy it:(
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/768018-post65.html 14k is the new price?

Need a hike!

Lets wait and see how lucky I get.

adityamunshi · 14th February 2009, 11:22

13800 according to the latest pricelist.
woofersetc is selling them for 180 $

Quote:

Originally Posted by jkdas

Just the built quality of the ID makes me wanna buy it:(
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/768018-post65.html 14k is the new price?

Need a hike!

Lets wait and see how lucky I get.

frankmehta · 3rd January 2010, 19:37

any updates JK????? did you upgrade the compos/speakers?

jkdas · 15th February 2010, 09:04

Atlast ! it happened! Got myself JBL GTP608C , got it JBLfied ! Now its JBL compos at front and JBL sub.

Took details installation pix; will post later this week.

Next should be damping; any idea how much quantity should I procure? I intend to DIY it as opening up the door isnt that tough.

jkdas · 16th February 2010, 21:02

Some pix while the installation was done.

jkdas · 16th February 2010, 21:09

More pix. The only cutting was for fitting the tweeter.

The whole process will need only 60-90min IMHO if one knows how to lock the door back in and where the screws are.

I had to set the -6dB setting ON on the filter as it was too bright for my taste. I am quite happy with the GTO 608C and it plays loud and clear than what I had previously.

I hope to DIY damp it and add the four channel amp I have later.

diablomk · 16th February 2010, 23:07

Congratz :-D
Hope we will meet this weekend, when you are coming down. Longing to get an audition.

13th February 2009, 00:51	#76
reveal_da_zeal BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chandigarh Posts: 82 Thanked: Once	Amazing to see some people gettin so specific on what is written but thats what make us different. Phew, nice to know that the amp is working, was also of the opinion to make way under the seat for an amp, will definitely now go for somewhere else (within car of course, hehe). Take care and hope the amp is as good as ever again.
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13th February 2009, 03:25	#77
speedzak BANNED Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: India Posts: 4,347 Thanked: 27 Times	Yet to check out Rainbows?? Do it first before you do anything else. You haven't heard my Qualis after it got rainbowed? Nice to know that your amp is fine even after the wet expedition! Why do you want MRP F500? It was around 18k or so in grey around 6 months ago.
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13th February 2009, 09:57	#78
hydrashok Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: In my Office Posts: 2,528 Thanked: 17 Times View My Garage	Whoops! I'd missed the incident with the amp! Good to know that all is ok now. Yep, liquids are best kept as far away from Amps and Speakers (and everything else) as possible. I'd visited our common friend in Kochi the other day, and he was very appreciative of your way of enjoying music, while you guys were listening to the new HU. He kept mentioning the name 'Jay', and I thought he had met Redfire while he was in TVM, till I understood he meant JayKay Did you check out the gear in the Innova? Are you sure the MRP F500 is still available? @Zakko, I also haven't got a listen to the Qualis.
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13th February 2009, 20:44	#80
speedzak BANNED Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: India Posts: 4,347 Thanked: 27 Times	I have SLX 265. Not the delux version. But other than the non adjustable crossover, this one too is a masterpiece! Costs around 9.5k! Amazing VFM. Delux crossover version costs around 2k extra I think. You can also try Image dynamics entry level comps. I forgot the model no/name. They are also just amazing. Try these options before you dig your pockets.
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13th February 2009, 22:34	#82
speedzak BANNED Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: India Posts: 4,347 Thanked: 27 Times	Rainbows (especially SLX series) are one of the best performing speakers with less power. Even my setup is giving hardly 30 watts per channel and the components as well as the coaxials sing with amazing precision. That is not definitely the case with IDs. They do require a bit more meatier power. And when fed correctly, they are in a different league altogether. Yes. Power all 4 speakers from your amp. Put the internal power IC off in your HU. Enjoy!
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13th February 2009, 23:01	#84
jkdas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Thiruvananthapu Posts: 9,687 Thanked: 1,492 Times View My Garage	Just the built quality of the ID makes me wanna buy it:( http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/768018-post65.html 14k is the new price? Need a hike! Lets wait and see how lucky I get.
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3rd January 2010, 19:37	#86
frankmehta Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 4,000 Thanked: 3,577 Times View My Garage	any updates JK????? did you upgrade the compos/speakers?
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15th February 2010, 09:04	#87
jkdas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Thiruvananthapu Posts: 9,687 Thanked: 1,492 Times View My Garage	Atlast ! it happened! Got myself JBL GTP608C , got it JBLfied ! Now its JBL compos at front and JBL sub. Took details installation pix; will post later this week. Next should be damping; any idea how much quantity should I procure? I intend to DIY it as opening up the door isnt that tough.
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16th February 2010, 21:02	#88
jkdas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Thiruvananthapu Posts: 9,687 Thanked: 1,492 Times View My Garage	Tata Safari 2.2L EX with JBL 608C Some pix while the installation was done. Attached Thumbnails
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16th February 2010, 21:09	#89
jkdas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Thiruvananthapu Posts: 9,687 Thanked: 1,492 Times View My Garage	More pix. The only cutting was for fitting the tweeter. The whole process will need only 60-90min IMHO if one knows how to lock the door back in and where the screws are. I had to set the -6dB setting ON on the filter as it was too bright for my taste. I am quite happy with the GTO 608C and it plays loud and clear than what I had previously. I hope to DIY damp it and add the four channel amp I have later. Attached Thumbnails
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16th February 2010, 23:07	#90
diablomk Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Cochin Posts: 2 Thanked: 0 Times	Congratz :-D Hope we will meet this weekend, when you are coming down. Longing to get an audition.
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