Blaupunkt velocity $139 free shipping

[fredridge]

OK, I saw this on and they are cheaper than on ebay so I thought I would post it. So far my deals postings have not been so hot, but hopefully this will benefit someone

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_6754_Blaupunkt+VA2200.html

[tyroneshoes]

Its lots of amp for the money. Weighed 19 pounds when I shipped it.

[unpredictableacts]

Its lots of amp for the money. Weighed 19 pounds when I shipped it.

Tyrone how would you compare it to the ED 9.2? or even the 600x14ohm 9.2X?

[zfactor]

serious;y after playing with one a customer brought in i can say these amps are worth 139$$ no questions whatsoever. they are pretty damn clean and id say they def do rated power... we opened his up and it was built very very well for an amp in this price range

[tyroneshoes]

Tyrone how would you compare it to the ED 9.2? or even the 600x14ohm 9.2X?

Id say the amps are about equal in terms of build quality and output but the velocity has some extra features that the ed amps dont. It would be a no brainer at this price.

[fredridge]

as I was looking, they also have the 4100 for $159

[tyroneshoes]

Its out of stock though. Ill be installing my monitor amps today and will let you know how a "high end" amp sounds in comaprison the the shameful;) blaupunkts

[POLKAT]

I think Blaupunkt is one of those brands that most people clump together with Sony, Kenwood, JVC, ect. and IMO alot of their gear is one of the best kept secrets in Car Audio. :)

[oldloder]

Too bad they look like they were custom designed for the U.S.S. Enterprise.

[tyroneshoes]

The look like this without the covers.

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b6d637b3127cce8bab75cb910f00000016108QcMmTRq4aa

not a bad look at all.

[Sephiroth619]

Must........resist.........

I have way too many amps but damn, this is so tempting.

I think they're gorgeous. Sorta reminds me of the DLS A series amps.

[fredridge]

Tyrone, does the 4 channel have the bass control know?

[Ultimateherts]

Speaking of Blaupunkt I just orderd an all Blaupunkt Velocity system

consisting of: (1) of their VA4100 4 channel amps, (1) one their VC660 6.5"

component sets, (2) of their VA1400 amps,(1) of their VW1200 subs. I plan

on running one amp per voicecoil.

I'll post some pics of the gear when it comes.

[WLDock]

Tyrone, does the 4 channel have the bass control know?All of the Velocity amps come with the remote gain control.
http://www.gspr.com/blau/vel_amp.html

Its lots of amp for the money. Weighed 19 pounds when I shipped it.OK, I really need to order one of these for myself to see what is up.

Too bad they look like they were custom designed for the U.S.S. Enterprise.Amazing how that cover makes them look that way but when you take it off they have a somewhat jazzed up traditional clean look to them.
http://www.nakupovanje.net/skin1/images/big/Blaupunkt-VA4100.jpg
You know, I had an idea in my head about using that cover as a frame to fiberglass into an amp rack design. Would give a very tight and clean clook....then I could just unscrew them if I ever need to service them.

Speaking of Blaupunkt I just orderd an all Blaupunkt Velocity system consisting of: (1) of their VA4100 4 channel amps, (1) one their VC660 6.5" component sets, (2) of their VA1400 amps,(1) of their VW1200 subs. I plan on running one amp per voicecoil. I'll post some pics of the gear when it comes.Please write up a review of your all BLAU system when you get it up and running.

[Sephiroth619]

(1) one their VC660 6.5"


Those VC660 reminds me a little of Dynaudios. Let me know how they sound once you get them installed.

[oldloder]

The look like this without the covers.

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b6d637b3127cce8bab75cb910f00000016108QcMmTRq4aa

not a bad look at all.

LOL, I rarely care that much about the way amps look ... I agree, with the covers off they look really sharp. Now I want one :(

[fourthmeal]

Speaking of Blaupunkt I just orderd an all Blaupunkt Velocity system

consisting of: (1) of their VA4100 4 channel amps, (1) one their VC660 6.5"

component sets, (2) of their VA1400 amps,(1) of their VW1200 subs. I plan

on running one amp per voicecoil.

I'll post some pics of the gear when it comes.

Be warned!! Running an amp per vc is extremely hard to get right, unless the amps are "strappable", like some RF's, MTX's, etc. If you are so much as a 1/2 dB off, you'll have major problems, potentially. Be extremely careful! Otherwise, I'd say that setup sounds great.

[tyroneshoes]

Be warned!! Running an amp per vc is extremely hard to get right, unless the amps are "strappable", like some RF's, MTX's, etc. If you are so much as a 1/2 dB off, you'll have major problems, potentially. Be extremely careful! Otherwise, I'd say that setup sounds great.


I think youd be better off powering the blau sub with a va2200. It my be a little under rms but Im sure it will be fine.



Also psyched to see how the all velocity system comes out. Ive been recommending them for so long because theyve been going for so cheap and have been wondering about the speakers and sub. The 6.5 inch has a 3"vc and is being sold for $50 on ebay. Its like too good to be true.

And internals of the va4100 again

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b6d637b3127cce8bab75c9910d00000016108QcMmTRq4aa

They all come with remote bass knobs and birth sheets and produce power plus.

[89grand]

They look a lot better with out the end caps.

I've really always thought Blaupunkt kind of sucked, but you keeps saying these are great amps, so they must be. If I was in the market for an amp I'd probably try one.

[FoxPro5]

The look like this without the covers.

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b6d637b3127cce8bab75cb910f00000016108QcMmTRq4aa

not a bad look at all.

What exactly is on the end under the caps? There are no connections, are there? I mean what purpose do the caps serve anyway?

I'd seriously like to try one....but................. :blush:

[Here-I-Come]

I have a couple of the VA1400 here and i'm vary impressed with the build of the these amps. If I could sell my DLS RA I would use these in my comp car just to prove a point.

I have also listen to some of the Blau mids and highs in the dist. car and they do sound pretty nice. I would have to agree. They seem to be a great kept secert.

[tyroneshoes]

What exactly is on the end under the caps? There are no connections, are there? I mean what purpose do the caps serve anyway?

I'd seriously like to try one....but................. :blush:

Its strictly cosmetic. Just to hide the wires and be able to create a seamless look with 2 VA amps like in my old set up. Its not needed at all.

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/8/web/2060000-2060999/2060627_42_full.jpg

[azngotskills]

stop bumping this thread....you keep making me want them :mad: ;) :p

[fredridge]

I would love to hear some revues on their speakers.

I am leaning more and more towards the va4100. The one thing I wanted on my amp that I don't have it remote bass/gain knob for the rear channels. The sub control on my H/U is a pain since it is the last control in the menu system. It looks like I would lose a little power, but the remote gain and experimenting might be worth it.

[WLDock]

stop bumping this thread....you keep making me want them :mad: ;) :p

Bump again....:)

That keeps happening to me....I would love to run a few Arc Audio Se amps but that is not in the cards right now (No loot $$$). I could buy three of these for under $400!!! I try to forget about them but the subject keeps coimg up. I think I will try one soon...I am sure I will like it as i have no ARC SE to compare it to. ;)

[FoxPro5]

These amps do seem good for the money, but personally I think I'd spend a bit more for this: http://cgi.ebay.com/MASSIVE-AUDIO-400RMS-800-WATT-MAX-AMPLIFIER-AMP-P400-4_W0QQitemZ330051311992QQcategoryZ18797QQrdZ1QQssP ageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

[fredridge]

These amps do seem good for the money, but personally I think I'd spend a bit more for this: http://cgi.ebay.com/MASSIVE-AUDIO-400RMS-800-WATT-MAX-AMPLIFIER-AMP-P400-4_W0QQitemZ330051311992QQcategoryZ18797QQrdZ1QQssP ageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

My p800.4 I picked up from Zfactor has been great for the past couple months, but this stupid forum keeps making me want to change and try new stuff. I will probably be selling mine and trying the va4100 until I can get some Arc XXK's

[azngotskills]

Haha....I have Arc XXKs and keep thinking about these just to try something new. The terminals on one side and the ability to put them together would make the install look clean and flow better. I could always sell and switch back to the Arc if i dont like them. I have been over the decision for a couple weeks now :(

[Gmack]

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_6757_Blaupunkt+THA275.html

Does this amp have as good a rep as the velocity series? Looking for something inexpensive for my tweeters.

Gary

[tyroneshoes]

Its an ok amp. The velocities are higher quality. This guy has the v2100 for cheap. Good seller

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Blaupunkt-VA2100-Velocity-Series-2-x-100W-Car-Amp_W0QQitemZ9726275111QQcategoryZ18796QQrdZ1QQssP ageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

[fredridge]

Who started this thread????:rolleyes:

if you don't stop posting I am going to buy one of these:p

A few more days until me other amps on ebay sell, then va4100 here I come.

[Sephiroth619]

The 6.5 inch has a 3"vc and is being sold for $50 on ebay. Its like too good to be true.


I tried searching but couldn't find anything. Do you have a link Tyrone?

[tyroneshoes]

I tried searching but couldn't find anything. Do you have a link Tyrone?

http://cgi.ebay.com/BLAUPUNKT-VELOCITY-VX662-6-5-480w-CAR-SPEAKERS-6-1-2_W0QQitemZ270106727025QQcategoryZ38646QQssPageNam eZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Crutchfield is selling them for 150 or so.

[Autiophile]

Haha....I have Arc XXKs and keep thinking about these just to try something new. The terminals on one side and the ability to put them together would make the install look clean and flow better. I could always sell and switch back to the Arc if i dont like them. I have been over the decision for a couple weeks now :(


A couple days ago I bought the 4100 and 2200 to compare to my FD4150 and FD4100 on the front stage. You and I think too much alike ;).

[Ultimateherts]

So some of my gear came in yesterday. I recieved so far my (2) VA1400'S

and my VW1200 sub. The sub is pretty beefy, it weighs I'd say around 15 - 20

lbs. What struck me the most though is that from all of the info about the

demensions on the amps I was expecting them to be around 19" in length and

they are only 15" in length so that's a good thing. I will post pics later on tonight.

[fredridge]

A couple days ago I bought the 4100 and 2200 to compare to my FD4150 and FD4100 on the front stage. You and I think too much alike ;).

That is a Comparison I would like to see. I have been looking at some ARC and dreaming because of cost. I am leaning toward the XXK, because the specs seem to be the same as the Foose editions. I was thinking about these as a test and transition, but if they are good enough they could be more permanent. One thing I like is the remote gain so I can use the rear channels bridged for my sub.

[Here-I-Come]

These amps do seem good for the money, but personally I think I'd spend a bit more for this: http://cgi.ebay.com/MASSIVE-AUDIO-400RMS-800-WATT-MAX-AMPLIFIER-AMP-P400-4_W0QQitemZ330051311992QQcategoryZ18797QQrdZ1QQssP ageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

Well I have been telling with Massive Audio for sometime and I compare the VA2200 with the 400.2 and the 2200 it the nicer amp of the two. It really remind me of the DLS RA20 which I think along with the powers to be at DLS to be the best sounding in the DLS line.

Believe me these are really nice amps. I have used many amps in my time. For the price they are selling at they have to be the best value in amps.

[bikinpunk]

I've had my va4100 for a couple weeks now from Tyrone and as far as I can tell, everything sounds great. I haven't had any issues out of it yet and the sound production is very clear and detailed. Actually made my music seem a bit more "airy" which I like. I crank up the music when my windows are down and I get no distortion out of my speakers. Of course, my speakers are rated @ 100w, right on par with the output of this amp.

For $140, it's likely the best deal I'll ever get (knock on wood this thing doesn't blow on the way home).

[azngotskills]

A couple days ago I bought the 4100 and 2200 to compare to my FD4150 and FD4100 on the front stage. You and I think too much alike ;).

Haha...i would have to agree :D Since you were the 1st commit, can you please elaborate on your experience when you get a chance?

[Sephiroth619]

Weird. According to Blaupunkt, the recommended frequency range for the coaxials (Vx662) is 50-22,000hz. While the recommended frequency range for the VC660 is 60-23,000hz. So I take it, the coaxials have a better midbass response?

[phatredpt]

So some of my gear came in yesterday. I recieved so far my (2) VA1400'S

and my VW1200 sub. The sub is pretty beefy, it weighs I'd say around 15 - 20

lbs. What struck me the most though is that from all of the info about the

demensions on the amps I was expecting them to be around 19" in length and

they are only 15" in length so that's a good thing. I will post pics later on tonight.

Love to see a "guts" pic of one of those va1400's ;)

(I am considering one myself...)

[rekd0514]

My bro just picked up the VA2200 and VA4100 combo.

[tyroneshoes]

My bro just picked up the VA2200 and VA4100 combo.

He wont be dissapointed. Im glad to see people picking up on this deal. Ive been pushing them like salt n peppa

[Gmack]

Can somebody with the VA1400 and VA4100 measure the dimensions without the trim rails and end caps?

Thanks,
Gary

[tyroneshoes]

demensions and pics here

http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5088&highlight=attn

[unpredictableacts]

is there a four channel avaliable? or is that the one that is out of stock?

[tyroneshoes]

is there a four channel avaliable? or is that the one that is out of stock?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Blaupunkt-VA4100-700W-Max-Velocity-Series-4-Channel_W0QQitemZ330085005873QQcategoryZ18796QQrdZ 1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

[fredridge]

is there a four channel avaliable? or is that the one that is out of stock?

Sonicelectronics list as ships 1-2 days and a little cheaper.

[Sephiroth619]

Well, I'm going to hate myself in the morning but I just made an impulse purchase for the VA4100.

[tyroneshoes]

I purchased polk sr mids last night all pain killer and weeded out. I was just reminded of it this morning when I woke up and checked my email. We need a support group.

[Autiophile]

I purchased polk sr mids last night all pain killer and weeded out. I was just reminded of it this morning when I woke up and checked my email. We need a support group.


I have a spare bedroom dedicated to audio equipment that I'm not currently using (6 amps, 8 subwoofers, 12-16 drivers, about 800 feet of various cables, etc.).

I want in on the support group.

[bikinpunk]

I have a spare bedroom dedicated to audio equipment that I'm not currently using (6 amps, 8 subwoofers, 12-16 drivers, about 800 feet of various cables, etc.).

I want in on the support group.

Hope you have homeowner's insurance. ;)

[Autiophile]

Hope you have homeowner's insurance. ;)


I do. I'm hoping to sell it all off in a month or two and purchase another set of Thiels for my living room.

[oldloder]

He wont be dissapointed. Im glad to see people picking up on this deal. Ive been pushing them like salt n peppa

No wonder I can't stop sneezing. :D

Funny, needing a support group for support grouping.

[CamCrazy42]

Alright... these are the specs for the VA2200

Channels 2/1
Unbridged Power (Wrms) 2 x 200
Bridged Power (Wrms) 1 x 600
Load stability (min./unbridged) bridged 4 ohms @ 1 x 600 W / bridged 2 ohms @ 1 x 650 W
S/N Ratio: dBa @ 1W > 80
dBa @ Full Power > 100
Input Mode RCA
Input Gain Range (V rms) 0.3 – 8.0
Crossovers (cont. variable) HP/LP, 50 – 250
Dimensions (in) 2.4 x 11.8 x 19.3

Now I'm a bit confused because it states 600w x 1 @ 4 ohms, but it also says bridged 650w x 1 @ 2 ohms?

To my knowledge most 2 channels only go to 4 ohms bridged... So I was wondering whether this is even possible. I need to know specifically, because I'm going to be running one sub, so if its not right... the sub wont work. Or at least it will throw the amp into a different ohm setting.

What do you guys think?

Btw, I'm Rekd's brother that bought the VA2200 and VA4100 combo. Unfortunatly the 4100 just went on backorder on sonicelectronix and I still havent recieved mine even though I purchased them on wednesday of last week. Didnt even get an email from these guys, and according to tracking they never shiped in one to two buisness days.

lol, You told to many people about this it seems.

Anyways, Thanks for your time

[khail19]

Now I'm a bit confused because it states 600w x 1 @ 4 ohms, but it also says bridged 650w x 1 @ 2 ohms?

To my knowledge most 2 channels only go to 4 ohms bridged... So I was wondering whether this is even possible. I need to know specifically, because I'm going to be running one sub, so if its not right... the sub wont work. Or at least it will throw the amp into a different ohm setting.

What do you guys think?

There are some amps that are 2 ohm stable when bridged. It would seem from the specs that this is one of them. I've run one of my 2 channel Premier PRS amps bridged at 2 ohms and it does fine.

[durwood]

If you want, try and order from midwestelectronics. They are a REAL authorized internet dealer for Blaupunkt (This is where my company tells me to order from if I want my company discount;) ). It states they will match prices or at least try to.

http://www.midwestelectronics.com/blaupunkt-va4100-p-87.html

And yes it should be able to handle a 2 ohm load. I just wouldn't push it all that hard.

[tyroneshoes]

Alright... these are the specs for the VA2200

Channels 2/1
Unbridged Power (Wrms) 2 x 200
Bridged Power (Wrms) 1 x 600
Load stability (min./unbridged) bridged 4 ohms @ 1 x 600 W / bridged 2 ohms @ 1 x 650 W
S/N Ratio: dBa @ 1W > 80
dBa @ Full Power > 100
Input Mode RCA
Input Gain Range (V rms) 0.3 – 8.0
Crossovers (cont. variable) HP/LP, 50 – 250
Dimensions (in) 2.4 x 11.8 x 19.3

Now I'm a bit confused because it states 600w x 1 @ 4 ohms, but it also says bridged 650w x 1 @ 2 ohms?

To my knowledge most 2 channels only go to 4 ohms bridged... So I was wondering whether this is even possible. I need to know specifically, because I'm going to be running one sub, so if its not right... the sub wont work. Or at least it will throw the amp into a different ohm setting.

What do you guys think?

Btw, I'm Rekd's brother that bought the VA2200 and VA4100 combo. Unfortunatly the 4100 just went on backorder on sonicelectronix and I still havent recieved mine even though I purchased them on wednesday of last week. Didnt even get an email from these guys, and according to tracking they never shiped in one to two buisness days.

lol, You told to many people about this it seems.

Anyways, Thanks for your time

The va2200 is not 2 ohm stable bridged. It will handle a 2 ohm load bridged but the thermal throttle will kick in constantly making you acutally get less power than a 4 ohm load. They wil state in the manuel that minimum bridged load is 4 ohms. Its a a/b class amp and although it has good shut off protection, sitck with 2 ohm stereo or 4 ohms bridged.

[CamCrazy42]

Alright thank you guys for the quick and helpful responses.

I'll just stick with 4 ohms to be safe.

[dBassHz]

Choices choices.

Which one do you think is more efficient? The P400.4 or the VA4100?

[tyroneshoes]

Choices choices.

Which one do you think is more efficient? The P400.4 or the VA4100?

At rms power, the va4100 pulls 48 amps.

[tyroneshoes]

Just wanted to add that since I installed my Monitor1 amps and took out the veocities, I've come to the conclusion that I prefer the velocity amps sound to my monitors. Monitor1s have the same sterile sound my old zapco studios had, which some prefer. Music just seems more smooth with the blaus.

[phatredpt]

Just curious if anyone has purchased from Sonicelectronix, and if so how things went?
(Product sealed, time to ship, hassles, etc.?)

[rekd0514]

One thing that sucks is that when I ordered the 4 channel wasn't on back order. Now I apparently have to wait because they tell me know that it is. I am not the happiest that they waited a week to tell me when I already expected it at my house by then and now I am still waiting.

I bought my Pioneer PRS comp set from them and had no problems though.

[89grand]

Just curious if anyone has purchased from Sonicelectronix, and if so how things went?
(Product sealed, time to ship, hassles, etc.?)

I bought an enclosure from them. I had no problems at all. Shipping was pretty fast.

[Autiophile]

I received my amps today (a 4100 and 2200) and everything looks fine so far. The boxes look like they have been in storage for a while but everything inside the box is mint. I'll see what they sound like in a week or so.

[phatredpt]

Tyroneshoes should get a free replacement set from Blau for his convincing promotion! ;)

I went ahead and jumped on it..ordered the VA2200 from Sonic...

I figure at that price if it won't do what I need on my sub I can always use it for a solid front stage down the road, and spend a bit more and get the VA1400 for the low end! ;)

Gotta love excuses for another purchase!:rolleyes:

(I have a feeling it will do fine though!)

[fredridge]

I decided not to order them for a few reasons.
1. I need to get rid of that Rubicon I bought
2. I have decided to go DLS and just won an A1 on ebay
3. I took a risk and ordered one of Zuki's mystery amps
4. My wife would kill me. :o

[tyroneshoes]

Stuff like this is what makes this website great. Screw the names and hype, I want a system that sounds like it cost thousands for hundreds (or the least money possible).

To all who purchased them, you wont be dissapointed. Theyre just good solid amps and they do the job as well as amps 4x the price. I think I used 8 of them in my car and other installs and not one issue for about a year now. So they seem very reliable, probably due to their heat management.


Plus if you are doing an install with them, the trim keeps the (unexperienced) customer from messing with the gains and settings. Unless they have a allen key or the nifty blue screwdriver it comes with, that is. I have 8 blaupunkt screwdrivers. ;)

[phatredpt]

I decided not to order them for a few reasons.
1. I need to get rid of that Rubicon I bought
2. I have decided to go DLS and just won an A1 on ebay
3. I took a risk and ordered one of Zuki's mystery amps
4. My wife would kill me. :o

And lest I forget....

Props to fredridge for a good link also ! ;)

(Don't tell the wife!):p

[ws6 beat]

damn i really want to replace my kenwood kac 621 amp in my ws6 but i still havent even finished my camry. . im soooo tempted.

[Kris]

If you want, try and order from midwestelectronics. They are a REAL authorized internet dealer for Blaupunkt (This is where my company tells me to order from if I want my company discount;) ). It states they will match prices or at least try to.

http://www.midwestelectronics.com/blaupunkt-va4100-p-87.html

And yes it should be able to handle a 2 ohm load. I just wouldn't push it all that hard.
Thanks ... just bought 2 va4100's from midwestelectronics.com. The guy said they have about a dozen in stock

[OldOneEye]

If you want, try and order from midwestelectronics. They are a REAL authorized internet dealer for Blaupunkt (This is where my company tells me to order from if I want my company discount;) ). It states they will match prices or at least try to.

http://www.midwestelectronics.com/blaupunkt-va4100-p-87.html

And yes it should be able to handle a 2 ohm load. I just wouldn't push it all that hard.

For some reason, Blaupunkt decided years ago they would go with an outside company to service all their car product. So if you bought something from an Authorized dealer and it went bad, they would send it to Midwest. They expanded to sell product as well.

They are about as close to the source as you can get from Blaupunkt in the US, and for some products, pretty much the only source as a consumer (navigation CDs/DVDs, remotes, etc.)

Juan

[rekd0514]

I am not the happiest with sonicelectronix.com right now. It has been nearly 3 weeks since I made my order and the va4100 is still on back order. Not to mention the fact that when I ordered it, it wasn't on back order and said it would ship in 1-2 days. I then received an email a week later saying it was on backorder when I was already expecting to receive it by then. I still haven't even got an email from them saying approximately when it will be in stock when I ordered an in supposedley in stock item. Like I said I ordered my PRS comps from them and didn't have a problem, but it kinda sucks this time around. I think I should receive some kind of compensation/discount for having to wait this long for an item that was in stock. Why should I have to pay the same as someone who didn't have to wait for the amp since I ordered it when it was in stock too.

[tyroneshoes]

I am not the happiest with sonicelectronix.com right now. It has been nearly 3 weeks since I made my order and the va4100 is still on back order. Not to mention the fact that when I ordered it, it wasn't on back order and said it would ship in 1-2 days. I then received an email a week later saying it was on backorder when I was already expecting to receive it by then. I still haven't even got an email from them saying approximately when it will be in stock when I ordered an in supposedley in stock item. Like I said I ordered my PRS comps from them and didn't have a problem, but it kinda sucks this time around. I think I should receive some kind of compensation/discount for having to wait this long for an item that was in stock. Why should I have to pay the same as someone who didn't have to wait for the amp since I ordered it when it was in stock too.

When I order online from places like ikesound and sonic, I always call first to make sure the item is in stock. Its a lesson you learn after going through what youre going through.

[jonboy193]

FWIW I ordered a 4ch velocity via Ebay seller "billmonday549". His price was slightly higher than sonicelectronix, but it was instock and the shipping was cheaper, (so the difference was wash) He shipped that day, and I'm a happy guy.

jon

(woohoo first post)

[fredridge]

Anyone in Orange County CA, I was in a little shop next to guitar center in brea and they had a few of them in there, told me he would sell me one for $160

[phatredpt]

When I order online from places like ikesound and sonic, I always call first to make sure the item is in stock. Its a lesson you learn after going through what youre going through.
Good advice;)
That is what I did before I ordered my 2200 from Sonic...still took about a week to arrive...and when it did I opened the box and the amp itself had been taken out of the plastic bag (torn bag burried underneath) and the shroud had dinged the colored part of the heat sink fins a bit:mad:
Any idea why they would open it up before sending it? (and then not pack it back correctly)
Minor deal so i will keep it as long as everything works fine when I test it...not worth shipping back for a ding, but it is still irritating.

I had also called Midwest and spoke with a gentleman there before ordering..seemed very honest,and was genuinely sorry he couldn't quite match their price (Sonic)...I should have paid the bit extra since they are next door though...probably would have had better luck;)

[tyroneshoes]

Good advice;)
That is what I did before I ordered my 2200 from Sonic...still took about a week to arrive...and when it did I opened the box and the amp itself had been taken out of the plastic bag (torn bag burried underneath) and the shroud had dinged the colored part of the heat sink fins a bit:mad:
Any idea why they would open it up before sending it? (and then not pack it back correctly)
Minor deal so i will keep it as long as everything works fine when I test it...not worth shipping back for a ding, but it is still irritating.

I had also called Midwest and spoke with a gentleman there before ordering..seemed very honest,and was genuinely sorry he couldn't quite match their price (Sonic)...I should have paid the bit extra since they are next door though...probably would have had better luck;)

Id call them now and complain about it. This way you start a paper trail early if there is a problem with the amp. Maybe they might compensate you in some way?

[Beau]

Anyone in Orange County CA, I was in a little shop next to guitar center in brea and they had a few of them in there, told me he would sell me one for $160

That, the Brea guitar center - not the shop next to it - is where I bought my son's guitar.

[fredridge]

I am not a musician, but find myself in there all the time and have bought lots of stuff from them for live sound and guitars and general supplies.

I have a source now for all my live sound and was looking to do some research on some specific QSC speakers, but they didn't have them.

[phatredpt]

Id call them now and complain about it. This way you start a paper trail early if there is a problem with the amp. Maybe they might compensate you in some way?
Advice taken...just did;)

[OldOneEye]

Good advice;)
That is what I did before I ordered my 2200 from Sonic...still took about a week to arrive...and when it did I opened the box and the amp itself had been taken out of the plastic bag (torn bag burried underneath) and the shroud had dinged the colored part of the heat sink fins a bit:mad:
Any idea why they would open it up before sending it? (and then not pack it back correctly)
Minor deal so i will keep it as long as everything works fine when I test it...not worth shipping back for a ding, but it is still irritating.


You got an open box item, that is pretty much it, probably a return.

Juan

[Sephiroth619]

Anyone in Orange County CA, I was in a little shop next to guitar center in brea and they had a few of them in there, told me he would sell me one for $160

$160 for the VA4100?

[fredridge]

Yep, I didn't ask the prices on the other ones, but looked like he had 2100's and 2200's also

[Sephiroth619]

Sweeeeeeet. Any chance you can give me further info fredridge? Perhaps a phone number?

[rekd0514]

Ya you should pick me one up and I will cancel my order for the 4100 from sonicelectronix. Just tell him you will give him $290 for two or something! I will pay for the shipping to me. ;) Send me a PM if this may be possible. I don't want to wait forever for the 4100 from them. I have already waited 3 weeks since I ordered!

[fredridge]

Redk and Seph you both got PM

[rekd0514]

I think it would be easiest if one of you just went and bought it and shipped it to me. I would trust you to get it to me over some person in a shop I know absolutely nothing about. The better plan would be to have somone aka (sephiroth619) buy 2 at the same time for possibly a discounted price and ship it to me. :) Either way works for me! It would be awesome to get it sooner than waiting for the backorder.

[azngotskills]

i think you should try midwestelectronics.com....i ordered mine over the weekend and the shipped it today and they are authorized for warranty purposes ;)

[fredridge]

I will see what I can do, not sure I can get out there until Friday. Work has been crazy lately.

[momotaro]

n/m

[Kris]

i think you should try midwestelectronics.com....i ordered mine over the weekend and the shipped it today and they are authorized for warranty purposes ;)
Aye - I figured it was worth the warranty at $189 shipped ...

[rekd0514]

Doesn't the warranty come in the box anyways? Just let me know on Friday then, that works for me. No word from sonic yet anyways....

[khail19]

Doesn't the warranty come in the box anyways?

Usually you need a receipt from an authorized dealer along with the warranty card to have a valid warranty. I don't know how picky Blaupunkt is, but that's usually how it works.

[phatredpt]

You can check with Midwest about warranty issues...they are the ones that actually do all of Blau's warranty work! ;)
(But I think you are right about needing a reciept...that is what the warranty says is required)

[Sephiroth619]

Fredridge's guy has some pretty sweet prices.

VA1400 - $120
VA2200 - $99
VA2100 - $89
VA4100 - $125

Prices don't include shipping.

If you guys can reimburse me for the amps and gas, I'd be willing to buy them and ship them out to anyone interested. It's a 4 hour drive for me roundtrip.

Forgot to mention that the guy has a limited supply.

[CamCrazy42]

Fredridge's guy has some pretty sweet prices.

VA1400 - $120
VA2200 - $99
VA2100 - $89
VA4100 - $125

Prices don't include shipping.

If you guys can reimburse me for the amps and gas, I'd be willing to buy them and ship them out to anyone interested. It's a 4 hour drive for me roundtrip.

Forgot to mention that the guy has a limited supply.


Woah.. maybe I should just cancel both my orders for sonic and buy from you instead. Definatly interested in snagging one of those VA4100's... PM RekD514 about it though as he was the one talking with you about it. I'm the brother that bought these amps though.

[Sephiroth619]

Can I get a list of anyone interested? I'm going to call back guy tomorrow and ask if he can order more of the VA4100 and the other amps. When I called today, he only had one or two left of the VA4100. I asked if he could get more and he said he certainly could.

Anyone know the cheapest method to ship out amps?

[fredridge]

Sephiroth, let me know what you come up with and I can help. I am about 15 minutes from there and it sounds like you got better prices than I did.

If you get the list and prices I can go in and CC them and ship them. Let me know the best way to ship. Or I can get them and hang on until you can get up this way.

[CamCrazy42]

Actually hell, put me down for the VA2200, and a VA4100. Screw Sonicelectronix.

Id gladly pay some gas money for them, hopefully more people are interested tho haha.

What do you mean by the cheapest way to ship them? As in which company... or how to box them? Just standard shipping for these amps shouldn't be too bad as they are pretty light.

I think DHL sends for the cheapest... but I have heard some bad things about them sometimes. UPS is usually pretty good, and same with USPS. You wont be able to save on shipping because you cant send them all in on package though. Regardless I'm willing to pay you for shipping just the same.

[azngotskills]

Im interested in picking up a few for myself too....we will see ;)

Just standard shipping for these amps shouldn't be too bad as they are pretty light.


My two VA4100 were about 40 lbs....but i think shipping was about $20 for the pair though :)

[CamCrazy42]

40 pounds? yikes they are a bit heavier then I thought... Do you know what company was used to ship them to you?

Yea I just figured the price wouldnt be too bad to ship them regardless

[azngotskills]

midwest electronics used UPS Ground for shipping

[momotaro]

Fredridge's guy has some pretty sweet prices.

VA1400 - $120
VA2200 - $99
VA2100 - $89
VA4100 - $125

Prices don't include shipping.

If you guys can reimburse me for the amps and gas, I'd be willing to buy them and ship them out to anyone interested. It's a 4 hour drive for me roundtrip.

Forgot to mention that the guy has a limited supply.

I'd be in for a VA4100 at that price!
I could do local pickup too. :D

[durwood]

Damn those are good prices. I called midwest yesterday and tried to get my company discount price and they gave me the same price as on the website. :o WTF!

Let me talk to my co-worker, I think he might be interested in a pair of VA1400's.

[Autiophile]

I'm in for a 4100 at that price. Let me know when you want payment.

[fredridge]

I am working on some pro sound stuff today, but will try and get by there and see what he has left.

FYI- I don't know this guy at all, just happened to walk in there when I was going to guitar center and Sephiroth got quoted much cheaper than I did.

[ws6 beat]

can i get in on this i want a v4100, im local too.

[phatredpt]

I so tempted... I need a mate for my VA2200 ;)

[durwood]

dammit I hate this. I'm tempted on that VA4100 just have laying around. Maybe a pair of VA4100. How soon do you think you would need to know by?

[FoxPro5]

Anyone know the cheapest method to ship out amps?

I always use FedEx Ground. It seems to be the cheapest and most reliable. You could set up a free account for all the amps and then all you'd have to do is imput the names and addresses, print off the lables at home and then take them to a Kinko's and you're done. They'd be billed to the CC you put on your account.

If you are still in need for more orders, I will take two VA2200's.

[Sephiroth619]

I have a WTF look on my face right now. I go to Blaupunkt's website this morning and did a search for dealers near me. There's two stores near me. Closest one quoted me the following:

VA4100 - $99
VA1400 - $129
VA2200 - Not in stock
VA2100 - Not in stock

So at this point, I recommend you guys going to Blaupunkt's website and just call around to see if you can land any local deals.

[kappa546]

whoa... on blaupunkt now. wanna buy me a 4100?

[Sephiroth619]

Just called another guy. $60 cash (no tax) for the VA2200 brand new in box w/1 year warranty. He only has one in stock. I don't even need the VA2200 but at that price, I may just pick it up.

[tyroneshoes]

I wonder if crutchfield will start carrying the velocity amps since they started carrying the speaker line? If thats the case, expect prices to go back up.

Those are some insanely good deals and you can easily make money just flippin them on ebay. ($60 for a va2200 is a present)

[ws6 beat]

so who wants to get me a 4100 +gas?

[rekd0514]

Ya sephiroth619/fredridge I will buy a 4100 and 2200 for sure from you immediately if I can. I checked in my area and I can't find anything remotely close. I know the prices won't be good around South Dakota anyways. A lot of electronics originate in California, which is why you get such cheap prices (Silicon Valley). At prices like that I may buy another set too! Figure up some prices and let me know man as soon as you can!

[ws6 beat]

I'd really appreciate it.

[Autiophile]

so who wants to get me a 4100 +gas?

x2 I don't have a dealer within 60 miles.

[azngotskills]

These prices make me feel like i was ripped off now :(

[Sephiroth619]

I'll try to help you guys out best I can, promise. I get off work in a bit and I'm going to run by two of the three shops near me. That $60 VA2200 is an hour drive from where I live so I will save that deal for another day.

I'm still on the skeptic side. There has to be some kind of catch, or they may be mistaking what series I'm inquiring about. Guess I'll find out shortly.

[rekd0514]

Sounds good, just keep us updated on things. :D

[fredridge]

I am going to try and get to brea right now. Been working on sound equipment at church today and took much longer than I expected, but it is mostly all done. It is our old chapel that our Korean and Spanish service use and equipment was seriously rough.

You know how it goes

We put a new board in and then discovered the horns were blown on the speakers (I never use that room)

Then we got new speakers and discovered we didn't have the right amps. SO we searched through a ton we had laying round(already spent too much) and of all things found a Peavey DCA that worked the best. Not that we are running much, just some small EV 10"

Anyway I will see what I can do.

[phatredpt]

Man!
As many people who are wanting more of this series (myself included), I wonder how could we go about getting a group buy together and get them at the "right" price from a decent source? :confused:

[Sephiroth619]

I'm trying to work a deal with the guy. Most likely, I will buy a bulk order and just sell them off at a rediculously low price to you guys.

So who's interested in what? So far, I have the following:

rekd0514 (http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/member.php?u=1325) – VA4100, VA2200
ws6 beat – VA4100
autiophile – VA4100

I won't see the actual amps until Monday. Local guy said the amps were in his warehouse and the warehouse was closed when I arrived at his shop.

[kappa546]

i mean depending on price i could be in for a 4100 and/or 2200. the girls been bugging me for a system so maybe i can do it cheap.

[momotaro]

I'm trying to work a deal with the guy. Most likely, I will buy a bulk order and just sell them off at a rediculously low price to you guys.

So who's interested in what? So far, I have the following:

rekd0514 (http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/member.php?u=1325) – VA4100, VA2200
ws6 beat – VA4100
autiophile – VA4100

I won't see the actual amps until Monday. Local guy said the amps were in his warehouse and the warehouse was closed when I arrived at his shop.

I'd want a VA4100 :D

Can we get an estimate as to how much it will be?
If the price is really good, I may want 2.

[Sephiroth619]

"Rough" estimates for the VA4100 = $120-$130 shipped. Maybe more.

That's like $30-$40 lower than sonicelectronix.com and they're sold out of the VA4100.

[azngotskills]

shit....im in for another two then....just let me know where and when to send payment once everything is finalized or PM me :)

[Sephiroth619]

I'll have word on monday.

[phatredpt]

1-VA2200 for me...lotta power cheap...have to stay passive:cool:
(around a buck even?)
Unless high qty drives the price lower on the 4100 in which case I would jump on the 4100 bandwagon instead:p

[dBassHz]

Mark me down for 1 VA4100.

[ws6 beat]

I was wondering i have a rf 450s power series amp it used to push two assassins all day. how would the va2200 compare to the rf?

[rekd0514]

I want to see what the prices are going to be with this many people buying them too. Hopefully you can get him to hook us up with a really good deal! :) Depending on prices, I may just buy 2 sets of the 4100 + 2200 combo.

Also it looks like we have all these people interested in them.

durwood VA4100 (x2)
Autiophile VA4100
ws6 beat VA4100
B-Squad VA2200 (x2)
kappa546 VA4100
momotaro VA4100
azngotskills VA4100 (x2)
phatredpt VA2200
omarmipi VA4100
rekd0514 VA4100 + VA2200 possibly (x2)

That is already possibly 14+ amps spoken for. haha

[dbphelps]

I am in for (1) VA4100...

I'll pick up the matching monoblock that does 600x1@2ohms from Sonix Electronix then, unless someone can get a hold of that one as well?

[fredridge]

Sorry guys, I was not able to get to Brea yesterday at this point I might not be able to until next Friday

[FoxPro5]

No dealers anywhere near me. :(

If someone worked a group buy that would be very nice. I'd be nervous buying a dozen+ amps for people.

[Sephiroth619]

Got my VA2200 today. Here are some pics:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07357.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07364.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07367.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07377.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07369.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07386.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07392.jpg

[Sephiroth619]

Some more pics:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07410.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07412.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07415.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07398.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07401.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07421.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07419.jpg


Not bad for $60.00, purchased from authorized dealer. I'll probably never find a deal like this again.

[Sephiroth619]

VA2200 sitting next to a Diamond D3 400.4:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07459.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/sephiroth619/5-5-07455.jpg

I really love the size of this amp. I thought they were going to be HUGE but the VA2200 is very nicely sized, especially for the amount of power it puts out. Diamond D3 amps are relatively small so it gives you an idea of the size of the VA2200. I'll be installing it after I pick up the VA4100.

[rekd0514]

How can you beat 600RMS brand new with a 1yr warranty for $60! Crazy, almost makes me wish I lived in Cali. haha

[azngotskills]

what about us and our amps :(

[momotaro]

what about us and our amps :(

I won't see the actual amps until Monday. Local guy said the amps were in his warehouse and the warehouse was closed when I arrived at his shop.

...

[legend94]

im not much with amp internals...how do they look to an EE?

[phatredpt]

im not much with amp internals...how do they look to an EE?

Gorgeous! ;)
But seriously...pretty clean layout...from the looks of things it should do rated power...6 output devices per channel...

[CamCrazy42]

That good to hear! Well I guess their birthsheet readouts must be somewhat accurate then.

[Russianblue]

I'm a long time forum 'lurker' but finally decided to join in response to this post. I'd love to put my name in the hat for a 4100 if possible. i've got good ebay feedback and can provide plenty of other references if required.

Incidentally, in my experience, my favorite shipper is FedEx but you have to shop carefully. A couple of tips about FedEx. 1) i was told by my FedEx rep when inquiring about a bulk usage contract that the Fedex online discount available to those using Quickbooks software is the largest discount available without contracting for multi-thousand dollar volumes annually. 2) One of our partners at his predecessor company conducted an informal study of their FedEx shipments (his company did $250 million in revenue at time of sale). The upshot of it was that over 90% of their FedEx 3-day shipments arrived in 2 days or less and many times got there overnight.

I recently found out that over short regional distances, DHL Ground can be an excellent choice. For example, Atlanta to Charlotte via DHL ground is basically an overnight service with no price premium. I had a fella make me some custom leather seats for my old BMW a while back and he dropped the 2 50 lb boxes off at his DHL Ground depot on a Thursday at 5 pm. They were sitting on my front porch in Charlotte the next morning at 8am. The cool thing as opposed to UPS is that DHL ground online will give you a fairly accurate delivery date for short distances as opposed to UPS, which is often very quick over short regionals too, but may be able to provide only a 2-3 day window.

Sorry for hijacking, but i figured i'd contribute something to get my membership started and while we are waiting on info for the group buy.

glad to be here. you guys rock.

Currently looking for a good fiberglass guy in Charlotte, NC to make some custom door pods.

[billo405]

I'll take a 4100 for that price. Just let me know where and when to send the money.
Bill

[unpredictableacts]

I have cash in paypal so let me know, I sent you a pm a few days ago about it, just keep me updated.;)

[rekd0514]

I have cash in paypal so let me know, I sent you a pm a few days ago about it, just keep me updated.;)

Ya everyone else is waiting to see what happens too I would guess. haha I already paid for them once, so I think it is obvious I have the money. It just has to change hands now. :) Also I think I am going to buy 2 sets of the combo 4100 + 2200.

[Sephiroth619]

I'm a long time forum 'lurker' but finally decided to join in response to this post. I'd love to put my name in the hat for a 4100 if possible. i've got good ebay feedback and can provide plenty of other references if required.

Incidentally, in my experience, my favorite shipper is FedEx but you have to shop carefully. A couple of tips about FedEx. 1) i was told by my FedEx rep when inquiring about a bulk usage contract that the Fedex online discount available to those using Quickbooks software is the largest discount available without contracting for multi-thousand dollar volumes annually. 2) One of our partners at his predecessor company conducted an informal study of their FedEx shipments (his company did $250 million in revenue at time of sale). The upshot of it was that over 90% of their FedEx 3-day shipments arrived in 2 days or less and many times got there overnight.

I recently found out that over short regional distances, DHL Ground can be an excellent choice. For example, Atlanta to Charlotte via DHL ground is basically an overnight service with no price premium. I had a fella make me some custom leather seats for my old BMW a while back and he dropped the 2 50 lb boxes off at his DHL Ground depot on a Thursday at 5 pm. They were sitting on my front porch in Charlotte the next morning at 8am. The cool thing as opposed to UPS is that DHL ground online will give you a fairly accurate delivery date for short distances as opposed to UPS, which is often very quick over short regionals too, but may be able to provide only a 2-3 day window.

Sorry for hijacking, but i figured i'd contribute something to get my membership started and while we are waiting on info for the group buy.

glad to be here. you guys rock.

Currently looking for a good fiberglass guy in Charlotte, NC to make some custom door pods.

Awesome information there. Thanks!!

[Here-I-Come]

If there is anymore VA4100, I'm for one.

[durwood]

Crap, they are 1" too long for me, but I talked someone else into them because I want to hear one in the flesh just to see how it compares to some other amps I have laying around. So here is what I need.

VA4100 X 1
VA1400 X 2
or if you can't get the 1400, I'll take two VA2200 instead.

[ws6 beat]

where is this place im in socal too and id be willing to go and pick mines up. can i call em?

[rekd0514]

I am kind of wondering who is going to take on this venture. Are you (sephiroth619/fredridge) going to do the GB together, because the list is starting to get pretty big depending on whether some of the people on the list still want them or not. I guess one person could start by calling and asking the dealers which ones would be willing to make a big order such as this and who will give the best prices on the amplifiers. Once we get the prices all established, we can send payment to whoever wants to take on that role and they can ship them out once they recieve payment from that person. Maybe put make sure and put a description in the Paypal payment such as rekd0514 (VA4100 + VA2200) x 2. You can ship through one of the ways mentioned or through Paypal's shipping feature through UPS so we can all see our tracking # on Paypal. Let's get this figured out! I am willing to help in anyway possible to get this done! I may start PMing those who have said they wanted amps and confirm that they will be confirmed buyers. I will also get the list updated here.

[fredridge]

Guys, I am using the computer at the brea store right now.

Here is what he has
3-1400
9-2100
12-2200
1-4100

Here is the deal. I gotta use CC, have to pay tax and possibly CC fee.

Here is what this means. The prices Sephiroth listed
va1400 -$120
va2200 - $99
va2200 - $89
Va4100 - $125

Plus shipping and my paypal fees

If you guys are willing to do this I will help out and get them

[azngotskills]

i will take the 4100....i PMed you probably before anyone else remember ;)

Edit: Might as well take a 2200 too :)

[FoxPro5]

Guys, I am using the computer at the brea store right now.

Here is what he has
3-1400
9-2100
12-2200
1-4100

Here is the deal. I gotta use CC, have to pay tax and possibly CC fee.

Here is what this means. The prices Sephiroth listed
va1400 -$120
va2200 - $99
va2200 - $89
Va4100 - $125

Plus shipping and my paypal fees

If you guys are willing to do this I will help out and get them

PP locked and loaded for two VA2200's. Just say fire! :)

I think you might have listed the 2200 and 2100 backward?

[fredridge]

OK, I just got back to the office and need to clarify.
Prices Sephiroth Listed
va1400 -$120
va2200 - $99
va2200 - $89
Va4100 - $125

Because of tax and my CC and paypal
Prices + shipping
1400= $138
2200= $114
2100 = $104
4100= sorry sold

I did it in my head, but that is 8.25% tax 3% CC to company and 3% paypal and I have no clue about shipping.

I can get them tomorrow probably but would not be able to do anything about shipping until Thursday night or Friday because work is crazy

[rekd0514]

Here is the updated list in the order of which they posted!

1. rekd0514 (VA4100 + VA2200) (x2)
2. momotaro VA4100
3. durwood VA4100 + VA2200 (x2)
4. Autiophile VA4100
5. ws6 beat VA4100
6. phatredpt VA2200
7. B-Squad VA2200 (x2)
8. kappa546 VA4100
9. azngotskills VA4100 + VA2200
10. omarmipi VA4100
11. dbphelps VA4100
12. Russianblue VA4100
13. billo405 VA4100
14. unpredictableacts ?
15. Here-I-Come VA4100

Update it if the amps you want aren't right. We can also update it as people pay, but I think the people that are first on the list should have dibs before those lower on the list. I am ready to pay whenever you want, just send me your PP account and I will get you payed since I am first in line. :)

[azngotskills]

well since there are no more VA4100 available now...is that dealer ordering more or is what he has in stock there till its gone? I still want a VA2200 but would rather pick up a VA4100 too ;)

[Sephiroth619]

My guy was sick today and didn't come to the shop. Nobody else at the shop was authorized to deal with Blaupunkt and so I was told to call back tomorrow.

[Autiophile]

Thanks for taking the time to do this guys.

[rekd0514]

If you guys (sephiroth619 and fredridge) could both send me a price for the the VA4100 + VA2200 combo times 2 shipped to 57038 that would be awesome. I will probably go with whoever can give me the better price since I am buying so many and the shipping will be a little spendy. Let me know... :)

[unpredictableacts]

where is this shop? could we not just call the shop and have them shipped to us?


I want 1 VA2200 at first and will more than likely get more.:D

[fredridge]

where is this shop? could we not just call the shop and have them shipped to us?


I want 1 VA2200 at first and will more than likely get more.:D

I have the card in my car. I will get the number. I asked, they will not ship, I would really prefer they would. This looks like a huge undertaking, just from looking at it I have more appreciation for fourthmeal.

I think it is just called car audio and alarms in Brea. It is next to guitar center. If someone is close go in there and pick on up. It would be much easier for all.

Biggest problem is he wants me to buy everything.

I am willing, just need some time to pull it off

[unpredictableacts]

I have the card in my car. I will get the number. I asked, they will not ship, I would really prefer they would. This looks like a huge undertaking, just from looking at it I have more appreciation for fourthmeal.

I think it is just called car audio and alarms in Brea. It is next to guitar center. If someone is close go in there and pick on up. It would be much easier for all.

Biggest problem is he wants me to buy everything.

I am willing, just need some time to pull it off

lol you have your hands full just start some sytem, find out what and how many he has avaliable, then start a list but make sure you collect money first so you are not stuck with anything out of pocket(SUCKS!) third send my amplifier to me first so I can then take pictures with it and show it off before the others get thiers.

I will more than likely be up for a VA4100 also but need a price on one first.

[bentleyrb]

I'd be interested in one of each; the VA1400 and VA2200.

[Sephiroth619]

I'm thoroughly pissed off. I called my guy today and he says the VA4100's are on backorder. He says he can get me some immediately for $179, I don't know how or where but he says he can do that. I ask him, "what about the $99 that you quoted me last week"? He said that he can honor that price once the amps are not on backorder anymore. Total BS. If I had to guess, he quoted me $99 for the VA4100 out of his ass and realized his mistake and telling me this was his only way out.

Really sorry about this guys.

[durwood]

I had a feeling it wasn't going to happen anyway. I bet he thought you were trying to buy a bunch and sell them for more. Thanks for trying.

[rekd0514]

Maybe he will change his mind if you tell him you have people that want 20+ amps if he can get em for that price or lower. I can't imagine he would want to turn down that much business.

[Sephiroth619]

If someone else from this forum could call him, that would be great. I don't want to deal with him anymore.

Stereo 1 Warehouse
619-422-0644
Bobby

[dual700]

Stereo 1 WHORE house?
No f'in wonder!!
Years ago I saw their add for this HU that was real cheap, it says "Brand new". I called and they said, they have it. I drove about 20 miles and ask for the HU. They handed one to me and said, this is it, but it's broken.

Brand new but broken. Bunch of maggots. :mad:
I almost punch him in the face.

[unpredictableacts]

If someone else from this forum could call him, that would be great. I don't want to deal with him anymore.

Stereo 1 Warehouse
619-422-0644
Bobby

He said he cant give prices over the phone....and then asked "what kind of car do you drive?" I told him a M5 BMW......then he says "Bring it on down and we will hook you up!"....LOL I live in Arkansas!:rolleyes:....and drive a civic.....LOL

[rekd0514]

Wow that guy sounds worthless. haha

[Sephiroth619]

I'm not sure if this was posted already but there's a 10% coupon code for Blaupunkt orders over at sonicelectronix.com that still works. Tried it a few minutes ago.

It's "blaupunktspring" and you get 10% off, which means:

VA4100 - $144 (When there's no more backorder)
VA2200 - $126

Both with free shipping.

[dBassHz]

Thanks for the coupon code, sephiroth619. Did anyone call sonicelectronix to see when they are expecting the VA4100 to be in stock? I want to purchase one but I don't want to wait more then a couple of weeks.

[rekd0514]

I would like to know too. There customer service through email sucks! I had to call them to cancel my order.

[azngotskills]

Damn sorry that this isnt going as planned...im telling you guys just to call midwest electronics. Authorized dealers, great customer service, fast shipping, and might even work with the price for you ;) I got mine very quickly with no complaints or worries. Now i dont feel as crappy

[Sephiroth619]

Damn sorry that this isnt going as planned...im telling you guys just to call midwest electronics. Authorized dealers, great customer service, fast shipping, and might even work with the price for you ;) I got mine very quickly with no complaints or worries. Now i dont feel as crappy

You get the amps installed yet? If so, how are you liking them?

I'm loving mines. I was thinking of doing a review but I'm so limited with words.

[azngotskills]

You get the amps installed yet? If so, how are you liking them?

I'm loving mines. I was thinking of doing a review but I'm so limited with words.

Unfortunately havent had a chance to install them yet....waiting for some equipment and supplies to come before i do yet another massive rebuild :( I might just throw them in anyways just to take a listen. I will keep you guys updated if i do so

I think you should post up some review even if you think it wont be helpful....the more the better :D

[rekd0514]

I called and asked them, they said they can't tell when there backorders will arrive. Pretty dumb. haha

[CamCrazy42]

^^ see told ya... No company ever knows when backorders come in

[kappa546]

heres a va4100 for sale :)
http://diymobileaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12983

[Ultimateherts]

Here's where I bought mine about a month ago... And they still have about 8 available:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Blaupunkt-VA4100-700W-Max-Velocity-Series-4-Channel_W0QQitemZ330085005873QQihZ014QQcategoryZ39 732QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

[petern23]

At rms power, the va4100 pulls 48 amps.

Mine says 41 on the birth sheet.

[coryip]

Is there any good deals left on these.

[CamCrazy42]

Only places right now for the 4100 is ebay or midwest electronics... probably other places and local stores have them... but you can still get a 2200 for pretty cheap.. got mine for $125 from sonicelectronix.

Your looking at about $185 and up on the 4100 though.

[rekd0514]

I got my VA2220 up for sale if anyone still wants one. I can match the sonicelectronix.com price of $140 shipped or best offer if you want it. I got mine there as well, but they took forever to get my amps to me. I decided I wanted the ED Nine.5 for my amp setup. I was going to get the VA2200 and a VA4100 like I got for my brother.

http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10733

[tRidiot]

Ahhhh.... after reading all the reviews and looking around, I've decided to pick up at least a pair of these amps. However, I'm having trouble deciding... VA4100 + VA2200 for 3-way front stage ($311 shipped) or 3x VA2200s ($378 shipped from SonicElectronix).

Do I really NEED 200x6? No, of course not, who does??? But then again, it's only an extra $67 to have practically unlimited power for my front stage. The hassle of 3 amps over 2 is also another factor... hmmm...

Advice, anyone?

[phatredpt]

Ahhhh.... after reading all the reviews and looking around, I've decided to pick up at least a pair of these amps. However, I'm having trouble deciding... VA4100 + VA2200 for 3-way front stage ($311 shipped) or 3x VA2200s ($378 shipped from SonicElectronix).

Do I really NEED 200x6? No, of course not, who does??? But then again, it's only an extra $67 to have practically unlimited power for my front stage. The hassle of 3 amps over 2 is also another factor... hmmm...

Advice, anyone?

Keep in mind these are class A/B, so unless you have hefty alternator power you will be using ALOT of current.. ;)

4100+2200 would take 1/3 less than 3 2200s, at least at rated power.

My 2 cents :)

[tRidiot]

Only when blasting at full power, which is not the usual. That mainly happens at full throttle on the highway.

My last system consisted of nearly 1000W from ESX Quantums, as well as an Ampman Revo 1500.1 @ 1 ohm. I had a little headlight dimming, but from a stock 90A alt and an $80 AutoZone battery, I'm pretty happy.

If I need to upgrade my alt, I'll be happy to. ;)

[phatredpt]

Only when blasting at full power, which is not the usual. That mainly happens at full throttle on the highway.

My last system consisted of nearly 1000W from ESX Quantums, as well as an Ampman Revo 1500.1 @ 1 ohm. I had a little headlight dimming, but from a stock 90A alt and an $80 AutoZone battery, I'm pretty happy.

If I need to upgrade my alt, I'll be happy to. ;)

Those Velocity's are fused at 80 amps each...
Mine draws 41 amps at rated power
But hey, go for it!
Just thought I would pass it along...

[azngotskills]

Can any of you guys in cali get a deal on a VA2200??? I NEED one to complete my amps since i decided i need more power! I can do cash, trade, or both. Thanks