Bummer!

hearingimpared
hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
edited December 2008 in The Clubhouse
My Monster Power center took a dump on me. Monster doesn't repair the product they replace it which for the price they want is pretty cool even though I don't have the funds to do it right now.

Problem is that I can't listen music. I don't have enough outlets to power the equipment and I'm really against power strips.

Anyone have any ideas on how to get around this until I get the moola to get the new power center?

Thanks,
Joe
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  • ohskigod
    ohskigod Posts: 6,502
    edited December 2008
    I used a belkin power strip once.....its the one to use if your going to go the cheap power strip route. its not ideal, but you will have some decent protection for the gear if there is a power spike.

    talkin like 30 bucks or so. I'll find a link if I can
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited December 2008
    Thanks Louie.
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  • ohskigod
    ohskigod Posts: 6,502
    edited December 2008
    http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatSectionView.process?Section_Id=207100


    a little more than I thought, but the 8 and 10 outlets ones with the remote on/off are more than intriguing. might grab one myself for the theater
    Living Room 2 Channel -
    Schiit SYS Passive Pre. Jolida CD player. Songbird streamer. California Audio Labs Sigma II DAC, DIY 300as1/a1 Ice modules Class D amp. LSi15 with MM842 woofer upgrade, Nordost Blue Heaven and Unity interconnects.

    Upstairs 2 Channel Rig -
    Prometheus Ref. TVC passive pre, SAE A-205 Amp, Wiim pro streamer and Topping E50 DAC, California Audio Labs DX1 CD player, Von Schweikert VR3.5 speakers.

    Studio Rig - Scarlett 18i20(Gen3) DAW, Mac Mini, Aiyma A07 Max (BridgedX2), Totem Mites
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  • ohskigod
    ohskigod Posts: 6,502
    edited December 2008
    also,

    http://cgi.ebay.com/New-PureAV-HDTV-Surge-Protector-by-Belkin-8-Outlet_W0QQitemZ220327093402QQihZ012QQcategoryZ67781QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem


    this happens to be the one I used to use for my 2 channel. it handled a Carver m4.0t amp and the rest perfectly fine. It was replaced by a Monster 5100 (I think the first one, you had series 2 with the blue lights right?)

    truth be told, not a real audible sound difference at all, I did like the added protection, more purpose built, and ability to read the voltage and amps in case there was a problem.....but other than that, no audible difference really. 24.99? think you can schwing that brotha :D
    Living Room 2 Channel -
    Schiit SYS Passive Pre. Jolida CD player. Songbird streamer. California Audio Labs Sigma II DAC, DIY 300as1/a1 Ice modules Class D amp. LSi15 with MM842 woofer upgrade, Nordost Blue Heaven and Unity interconnects.

    Upstairs 2 Channel Rig -
    Prometheus Ref. TVC passive pre, SAE A-205 Amp, Wiim pro streamer and Topping E50 DAC, California Audio Labs DX1 CD player, Von Schweikert VR3.5 speakers.

    Studio Rig - Scarlett 18i20(Gen3) DAW, Mac Mini, Aiyma A07 Max (BridgedX2), Totem Mites
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  • Fireman32
    Fireman32 Posts: 4,845
    edited December 2008
    Sucks to hear Joe
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  • pearsall001
    pearsall001 Posts: 5,066
    edited December 2008
    Joe, get your big arse down to Home Depot & pick up an el-cheapo power strip to hold you over. Hell, it might make your TT sound even sound better!!!! :D

    Sorry to hear the Monster cut out on you.
    "2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,986
    edited December 2008
    Joe, I'm sorry to hear that. If you are interested, I have a MP HTS-1600 you are more than welcome to use until you can find a permanent replacement. Just say the word man....
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • John30_30
    John30_30 Posts: 1,024
    edited December 2008
    Circuit City UPS starting at $30 +-. Also numerous surge protectors.
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  • WilliamM2
    WilliamM2 Posts: 4,771
    edited December 2008
    Since Monster replaces them for free, why do you need funds to get it replaced? From my experience their customer service is excellent.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited December 2008
    Monster is not replacing mine for free. I purchased it from a fellow Polkie so they are charging for the replacement.
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  • dudeinaroom
    dudeinaroom Posts: 3,609
    edited December 2008
    if you really need to go with a power strip Belkin makes some nice ones as does tripplite I've owned both, no problems with noise check the packaging, the higher the joules rating the better the protection, also they have a guaranty. The strips I bought had a $50,000 and $75,000 on all products connected to it.
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited December 2008
    yeah replace it with a Panamax ;)
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited December 2008
    Why would you want to give any money to the corporate thug that is M?

    I'm sure you can find something else that will do just as good a job & cost a lot less to boot.
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • comfortablycurt
    comfortablycurt Posts: 6,745
    edited December 2008
    I'll have to check some of those links out. I've been looking for a good surge protector. I'm just using a cheap one right now...and I think it's time for an upgrade.

    Sucks about your powercenter getting fried. That just gives you an excuse to upgrade to a better one though. ;)
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  • BIZILL
    BIZILL Posts: 5,432
    edited December 2008
    go solar.:cool:

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     ONKYO TX-SR805
    CENTER: CSI5
    MAINS: RTI8'S
    SURROUNDS: RTI8'S
    7.1 SURROUNDS: RTI6'S
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,456
    edited December 2008
    My Monster Power center took a dump on me.

    If you don't return my phone calls, the power center isn't the only thing that's going to be broken.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited December 2008
    Sorry to hear, from what I read here.... Tom or Jesse got you covered. Way to go guys two thumbs up.

    Speakers
    Carver Amazing Fronts
    CS400i Center
    RT800i's Rears
    Sub Paradigm Servo 15

    Electronics
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 pre-amp
    Parasound Halo A23
    Pioneer 84TXSi AVR
    Pioneer 79Avi DVD
    Sony CX400 CD changer
    Panasonic 42-PX60U Plasma
    WMC Win7 32bit HD DVR


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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited December 2008
    I agree with Cathy, I wouldn't give Monster a dime.

    Check out Pure A/V or PS Audio.

    But first, give Jesse a call. :D
    "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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  • goingganzo
    goingganzo Posts: 2,793
    edited December 2008
    i got my moster 2500 replaced under warentee even know it was out of warentee for a few years.
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited December 2008
    I maybe able to repair the unit for little to nothing (part charge only free estimates) if you wish.

    Speakers
    Carver Amazing Fronts
    CS400i Center
    RT800i's Rears
    Sub Paradigm Servo 15

    Electronics
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 pre-amp
    Parasound Halo A23
    Pioneer 84TXSi AVR
    Pioneer 79Avi DVD
    Sony CX400 CD changer
    Panasonic 42-PX60U Plasma
    WMC Win7 32bit HD DVR


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  • MSALLA
    MSALLA Posts: 1,602
    edited December 2008
    Hey Joe, I still have that bag of 45's for you. I have not really looked at the titles, but most are in nice shape w/ jackets.
    Michael


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    (2) Outlaw 200
    Adcom GFA 555
    Sony BDP300
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    Lsi7's rear
    Lsic center
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    Harmony 880
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  • beardog03
    beardog03 Posts: 5,550
    edited December 2008
    pure A/V PF60

    Fry`s
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    Parasound HCA-3500
    Cary Audio V12 amp (Jag Red)
    Polk Audio Xm Reciever (Autographed by THE MAN Himself) :cool:
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    SVS PC-Ultra Sub
    AQ Bedrock Speaker Cables (Bi-Wired)
    MIT Shotgun S1 I/C`s
    AQ Black Thunder Sub Cables
    PS Audio Plus Power Cords
    Magnum Dynalab ST-2 FM Antenna
    Sanus Cherry wood Speak Stands
    Adona AV45CS3 / 3 Tier Rack (Black /Gold)

    :cool:
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    edited December 2008
    F*ckit! I'll bring a direct feed from utility TX to the rig.....
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited December 2008
    F1nut wrote: »
    If you don't return my phone calls, the power center isn't the only thing that's going to be broken.
    HeHeHe
    Dude whack him a few times for me too:D
    Love ya Joe:)
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited December 2008
    MSALLA wrote: »
    Hey Joe, I still have that bag of 45's for you. I have not really looked at the titles, but most are in nice shape w/ jackets.

    Thanks Mike.:)
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited December 2008
    F1nut wrote: »
    If you don't return my phone calls, the power center isn't the only thing that's going to be broken.
    ben62670 wrote: »
    HeHeHe
    Dude whack him a few times for me too:D
    Love ya Joe:)

    "Bailiff wack his pee pee!" Cheech & Chong
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited December 2008
    I'll whack my own Pee Pee thank you:eek:
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,986
    edited December 2008
    Whoa, whoa, whoa! Slow down there Yom Kippur. TMI.....

    Hey Joe, I never did get back in contact with you that night. You straight?
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited December 2008
    BIZILL wrote: »
    go solar.:cool:

    But don't forget to use a solar flare suppressor.

    Monster cable equipment? :eek:
    Vinyl, the final frontier...

    Avantgarde horns, 300b tubes, thats the kinda crap I want... :D
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