500W of ICEpower for USD$100, deal or not?

[Bearman]

I have not got mine yet, but depending on the height, A 2U case. May have to use a 3U.
New 2U Rackmount Enclosure ET2/35B - Electronic Enclosures | Circuit Specialists

 

[hifiamps]

A 2U chassis should be enough. Even a 1U would fit.

The module is 32,6mm high.

ICEpower data sheet page 28 says "Important! A minimum clearance of 12 mm. around the module is required for safety and ventilation reasons."
32.6 + 12 = 44.6mm and 1U rack height is 44.45mm. Close enough?

1U would be an awesome thin profile.

 

[mga2009]

ICEpower data sheet page 28 says "Important! A minimum clearance of 12 mm. around the module is required for safety and ventilation reasons."
32.6 + 12 = 44.6mm and 1U rack height is 44.45mm. Close enough?

1U would be an awesome thin profile.

Yes, it's true 1U is too close. My point was that 2U is good enough... I purchased a 2U chassis from The diyAudio Store - DIY amplifier kits, chassis, and parts, Slimline model...

 

[Bearman]

Yes, it's true 1U is too close. My point was that 2U is good enough... I purchased a 2U chassis from The diyAudio Store - DIY amplifier kits, chassis, and parts, Slimline model...

Nice cases!

 

[hifiamps]

And 32.6mm doesn't include the standoffs for the PCB. 2U looks like the minimum. Planning on a Galaxy 2U.

 

[seanny]

I ordered VP-2100 on Amazon for $200. Found out it's class H. I cancelled it.

Now it listing at $1056.

 

[Turbowatch2]

Who will buy such an amp for more than 500$?

 

[mga2009]

Any news in the preamp?

My amp still hasnt arrived...

 

[e_fortier]

Still listed for 400 cdn. Super interested to see some internal pics. And still dont believe in the counterfeit conspiracy that some believe with the 125asx2.

Just buy from BHphotovideo, it’s $99.95 USD with free delivery to Canada with order above $99.

Sweet deal !

 

[chermann]

Just buy from BHphotovideo, it’s $99.95 USD with free delivery to Canada with order above $99.

Sweet deal !

ha....well done !

 

[mga2009]

Anyone knows how the 125asx2 running in BTL mode compares to a 500ASP?

I have a couple 500ASP, which probably can sell and get a couple of 125asx2 for much less money.

 

[menlobob]

Anyone knows how the 125asx2 running in BTL mode compares to a 500ASP?

I have a couple 500ASP, which probably can sell and get a couple of 125asx2 for much less money.

The data sheets on the IcePower site have very accurate distortion measurement graphs. You can see the point at which the amp starts clipping at both 4 and 8 ohm.

 

[mga2009]

The data sheets on the IcePower site have very accurate distortion measurement graphs. You can see the point at which the amp starts clipping at both 4 and 8 ohm.

Well, I am not an expert but, should i read "Po"?...

125asx2 BTL:
Output power @ 1%THD+N 20Hz < f < 20kHz (AES17 measurement filter) 6 = 450W

500asp:
Output power @ 0.1%THD+N 10Hz < f < 20kHz (AES17 measurement filter 8) = 500W

From that point of view, the 500asp is more powerful at much less distortion...

 

[jcx]

the VOCOPRO FeatherAMP 500W IEC C8 power inlet is only rated for 2.5 A

IEC 60320 - Wikipedia

 

[menlobob]

Looking at the graphs the 125 in BTL does about 380w at .1% into 4R. The 500 goes right to 500w. But what are you driving that needs 500w? The 125 is a newer design and cleaner at low power than the 500. Plus $100 is hard to beat.

 

[menlobob]

the VOCOPRO FeatherAMP 500W IEC C8 power inlet is only rated for 2.5 A

IEC 60320 - Wikipedia

Yeah I was surprised it’s not grounded either. But there are UL certified C8 connectors rated for 10A. Hoping there’s room to put a c14 socket in and safety ground the chassis.

 

[mga2009]

Looking at the graphs the 125 in BTL does about 380w at .1% into 4R. The 500 goes right to 500w. But what are you driving that needs 500w? The 125 is a newer design and cleaner at low power than the 500. Plus $100 is hard to beat.

Wow, didnt know it was a newer design...

Right, I wont be driving anything that needs 500W for sure... well I will evaluate the possibility to sell those 500ASP and get a couple of 125asx2.

 

[menlobob]

Wow, didnt know it was a newer design...

Right, I wont be driving anything that needs 500W for sure... well I will evaluate the possibility to sell those 500ASP and get a couple of 125asx2.

I’m currently driving 2x12 Eminence KappaLite bass bins with 125s in BTL. Can’t be in the room at more than 60% volume. Unless your speakers are extremely inefficient or have really low impedance dips the 125s should be plenty for home use.

 

[hifiamps]

I recently bought a pair of 500ASP for a good price. But, I couldn't pass up a deal like this. It will be interesting to compare to a pair of FA-500s.

 

[Nisbeth]

The 500ASP should be a bit more powerful and a bit happier with low-impedance loads than a 125ASX in BTL-mode, but unless you're driving a sub at high volume or only playing sine waves then i'm not sure you're notice.

Soundwise I would probably bet on the 125ASX, but bear in mind it has been a long time since I did a good comparison - and the 500ASPs were definitely the best sounding ASPs to my ears