Many of you on this site are old school fanatics. A lot of you are big fans of the PPI amps of the '90s. Some of you are way over the top collectors of the PPI Art series amplifiers at levels I had no idea were possible. This thread is to see how much interest there is in starting a DIYMA online club for anyone who owns, owned, wants to own, or wants to be a part of a group of fanatics for the PPI amplifiers of that era.
Why form a club?
After talking and e-mailing many of you on this site, it has become clear each and every one of you have something to offer that could help other club members. Whether it's history, installing procedures, finding old PPI parts or components, repairs, repainting, what speakers or head units work with these amps the best, nostalgia, literature, competition tips. etc..... you all have something to bring to the table.
Just like DIYMA, when we all combine our knowledge and passion, it makes car audio much more fun with fewer expensive mistakes.
So this is just the beginning.
If you are interested, please vote yes in the poll. Also, this is the time for suggestions on what we want the club to be. Please post any ideas you may have on what the club should or shouldn't be about.
All ideas are on the table.
This will be "YOUR" club.
So far, the word of mouth response has been very favorable. Plans are to get it up and running on a regular schedule soon once we all sort out the details. Please look to this thread for updates and additional information as it becomes clearer.
Your participation is much appreciated!
Bret
PPI-ART COLLECTOR
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Sounds great. I don't know how much i personally would have to offer technically, but i am always willing to offer what little knowledge i have. I had the pleasure of owning the PPI art series amps back in the 90's (only to unfortunately have them stolen out of my car) I just started to get back into car audio in the last month after about 17 years of just running factory systems with a sub added. I just bought an A600.2 and an A300.2 on ebay and still have my EPX-233 from back in the day. Just need to figure out what components i am going to run in the front, so a dedicated PPI Art Club sounds very interesting to me.
Sorry for rambling, looking forward to see what happens here.
Bret, it sound OK if you are into ART amps but, some of us are into the older Pro Mos/AM/M series. Some might even be into the PC amps. Would we be welcomed as well?
Bret, it sound OK if you are into ART amps but, some of us are into the older Pro Mos/AM/M series. Some might even be into the PC amps. Would we be welcomed as well?
It will be open to all the old school PPI amps.
I should have been more clear on that matter.
Look forward to your input.
Bret
Sounds great. I don't know how much i personally would have to offer technically, but i am always willing to offer what little knowledge i have. I had the pleasure of owning the PPI art series amps back in the 90's (only to unfortunately have them stolen out of my car) I just started to get back into car audio in the last month after about 17 years of just running factory systems with a sub added. I just bought an A600.2 and an A300.2 on ebay and still have my EPX-233 from back in the day. Just need to figure out what components i am going to run in the front, so a dedicated PPI Art Club sounds very interesting to me.
Sorry for rambling, looking forward to see what happens here.
I didn't read any rambling; just someone that's a perfect match for why the club should be formed.
We need all levels of interest from beginners to professional experts including the original team members at PPI that participate on this forum.
Hope to hear more from all of you soon.
Bret
Not to thread jack, but since this is dedicated to PPI collectors, I just thought I'd mention that I just listed a cherry A300 Black art series and a Sedona 200iqx on eBay in a 1 day auction. Last of my PPI amps. Huge fan, but no longer a collector.
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I saw that. Seems the seller would have better luck selling them individually rather than as a lot. Looks like the economy is claiming another great old school collection. Sad.
I saw that. Seems the seller would have better luck selling them individually rather than as a lot. Looks like the economy is claiming another great old school collection. Sad.
Is it an addiction when I want both those a1200.2s (check that) ALL OF THEM, and don't have a clue what I would put them in?
Especially since I don't care if I even have something to put them in?
Maybe they can go in my wife's 2002 Odyssey........yea.......that'll work.
PPI-ART COLLECTOR
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I'd be down to join. I've only got an old 2350DM at the moment but I might have to make some calls and see if old friends still have any of my old amps laying around
I've always been an Art Series lover! Some people don't like the look of these amps but I have always thought they were elegant, clean and the sound is so smooth and clean. I'm planning an install right now on my 2000 e46 Bimmer using the A300 to run my front comps. I am however in need of a power plug. I have the speaker plug but somehow misplaced the other. If anyone has one they could sell me cheap I would really appreciate it. I would love to have my 300 powering the Alpine SPX pro comps. As for the ppi club... I'm in! I plan on expanding my collection.
I've always been an Art Series lover! Some people don't like the look of these amps but I have always thought they were elegant, clean and the sound is so smooth and clean. I'm planning an install right now on my 2000 e46 Bimmer using the A300 to run my front comps. I am however in need of a power plug. I have the speaker plug but somehow misplaced the other. If anyone has one they could sell me cheap I would really appreciate it. I would love to have my 300 powering the Alpine SPX pro comps. As for the ppi club... I'm in! I plan on expanding my collection.
I'd be down to join. I've only got an old 2350DM at the moment but I might have to make some calls and see if old friends still have any of my old amps laying around
Or...you could sell me that 2350DM at an incredibly inexpensive price. Thus saving yourself from alot of hassle and worry.
There's only one guy on there selling them used and he's asking a crazy premium. $40? give me a break.
Yep, plenty of black ones for cheap.
If you want the white one ($40.00), it's a best offer auction.
Low ball 'em and see if he takes it.
Good luck to you.
Finally, we're getting some interest for the club.
Next question is where are all the hardcore Art Series collectors and old timers?
Surely you have an opinion on what you think the club should be about. Please post your thoughts; even if your opinion is why you don't think it's for you.
Lastly, would love to see some posts regarding what you all would like to get out of the club.
Consider this thread a long term brainstorming.
Everything is on the table.
Thx,
Bret
PPI-ART COLLECTOR
PPI ART SERIES CLUB
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