TheGreek Posted May 31, 2017 Author Share Posted May 31, 2017 My thoughts exactly - I'm expecting TE to announce a 500w head shortly after I take possession. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 [quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1496244723' post='3309893'] [b]DELIVERY DATE UPDATE:[/b] I contacted Barnes & Mullins today to chase up a more accurate delivery date (in June) for the new Elf. I was advised that [b]they do not have a confirmed delivery date [/b]but expect delivery at "[b][i]the end of July[/i][/b]". I'm not happy about this as I was promised "[i]end of March, if not, April[/i]" by the B&M rep at the LBGS and handed over payment for pre-order shortly after the conversation. I've also emailed TE in the USA and I'm awaiting a reply from their Customer Sales Dept. but TBH I'm seriously considering getting a refund and waiting till they actually arrive.... [/quote] 😡 It really is shocking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzbass Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 you DO know you can wait til they have it in stock and THEN pay them, don't you? I hate handing over money without getting a toy to play with, I wait til they have it in stock, pay them and take it home then and there. What did you think, they'd RUN OUT of them before you can grab one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 Actually, yes...I've no idea how many BD have coming in and didn't want to miss the boat. I don't need it now....just want it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewisK1975 Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 (edited) Haven't watched personally but this appeared a few days ago: [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2TNzJEaVKE[/media] Edited June 28, 2017 by LewisK1975 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost_Bass Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 You heard it from the man. It's good for bedroom practise and small gigs. Those clearly aren't the good old 200 TE watts... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 28, 2017 Author Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'm still waiting to find out - placed my order in March - as far as I can see I'm no closer to actually plugging a bass into one than on the day I paid my money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 (edited) It's almost July. What on earth are they playing at.... Edited June 29, 2017 by Musicman20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 Last I heard delivery date is late July... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 But which July, Mick, has that been specified yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 ...many a true word spoken in jest... They didn't actually... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted July 1, 2017 Share Posted July 1, 2017 I really, really hope it's not just suitable for bedroom practice or tiny venues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mentalextra Posted July 1, 2017 Share Posted July 1, 2017 [quote name='la bam' timestamp='1498919327' post='3327984'] I really, really hope it's not just suitable for bedroom practice or tiny venues. [/quote] It must be pretty good, there's a two page thread on basschat about it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skej21 Posted July 1, 2017 Share Posted July 1, 2017 You'd have thought with NAMM every year being the pinnacle of manufacturers showing off their new stuff that they would plan their release around NAMM. I.e. Build prototypes, do testing etc before NAMM, get loads produced before NAMM and then release with stock following almost instantly. Most manufacturers seem to take something to NAMM sand you're lucky if it hits the retailers within 3-6 months, even for the big guys. Totally crazy, cos you'd make a killing if you had something good and people could just buy it before anything else got released! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted July 1, 2017 Share Posted July 1, 2017 [quote name='skej21' timestamp='1498932372' post='3328112'] You'd have thought with NAMM every year being the pinnacle of manufacturers showing off their new stuff that they would plan their release around NAMM. I.e. Build prototypes, do testing etc before NAMM, get loads produced before NAMM and then release with stock following almost instantly. Most manufacturers seem to take something to NAMM sand you're lucky if it hits the retailers within 3-6 months, even for the big guys. Totally crazy, cos you'd make a killing if you had something good and people could just buy it before anything else got released! [/quote]There's a trend these days with pre-selling new houses. Maybe it's being applied to other stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twincam Posted July 1, 2017 Share Posted July 1, 2017 [quote name='la bam' timestamp='1498919327' post='3327984'] I really, really hope it's not just suitable for bedroom practice or tiny venues. [/quote] A tiny tiny class d amp that's 130w 8ohm or 200w 4ohm and even then I bet there bullshitting the ratings some watt! (See what I did there ha). Even the very best most "hefty" lol 200w amp is really only for small places or some small to medium venues at very best. Or used for monitoring type thing. Unless your in a quieter band. I would think the statement about it being suitable for small venues is correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted July 1, 2017 Author Share Posted July 1, 2017 When I placed my order I was hoping it would have similar output to my TE AH150 head which is more than enough to annoy most of my neighbours - here's hoping that it's somewhere in the same ballpark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 [quote name='skej21' timestamp='1498932372' post='3328112'] You'd have thought with NAMM every year being the pinnacle of manufacturers showing off their new stuff that they would plan their release around NAMM. I.e. Build prototypes, do testing etc before NAMM, get loads produced before NAMM and then release with stock following almost instantly. Most manufacturers seem to take something to NAMM sand you're lucky if it hits the retailers within 3-6 months, even for the big guys. Totally crazy, cos you'd make a killing if you had something good and people could just buy it before anything else got released! [/quote] I guess they use it to gauge audience/consumer reaction. Imagine doing it the way you suggest with hundreds of amps built and ready to ship only for it to be met with complete indifference? What they should at least do is have all the prototyping and production issues ironed out so that it's just a case of hitting the switch and getting a production order for 50/100/200 whatever.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skej21 Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 (edited) [quote name='Merton' timestamp='1498980841' post='3328293'] I guess they use it to gauge audience/consumer reaction. Imagine doing it the way you suggest with hundreds of amps built and ready to ship only for it to be met with complete indifference? What they should at least do is have all the prototyping and production issues ironed out so that it's just a case of hitting the switch and getting a production order for 50/100/200 whatever.... [/quote] That's what I was suggesting. Doing the focus group work ahead of time with heir retailers (to judge the market without releasing) and then release to the public at NAMM... or maybe just use NAMM as the testing point it's supposed to be without everybody sharing every detail with the public who then want to buy something they can't get! For me, it's like putting loads of money into a movie and releasing lots of trailers and then bypassing cinema to release it on BluRay 6 months later. Edited July 2, 2017 by skej21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twincam Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 [quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1498937565' post='3328158'] When I placed my order I was hoping it would have similar output to my TE AH150 head which is more than enough to annoy most of my neighbours - here's hoping that it's somewhere in the same ballpark. [/quote] I think the old TE stuff was very loud as They were fairly rated no bs and they had a certain mid range thing going on. I've had a few older TE amps/combos and indeed they were seemingly louder than anything else watt for watt. I shall wait to see what these are like when they come out. My guess is they are not anything like older (real) TE gear in any way other than in name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted July 2, 2017 Author Share Posted July 2, 2017 [quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1499001870' post='3328476'] I shall wait to see what these are like when they come out. My guess is they are not anything like older (real) TE gear in any way other than in name. [/quote] My fear is that you may be right. Fortunately the new Elf is very reasonably priced so, at worst, I've bought a cheap, small home amp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 [quote name='skej21' timestamp='1498998041' post='3328429'] That's what I was suggesting. Doing the focus group work ahead of time with heir retailers (to judge the market without releasing) and then release to the public at NAMM... or maybe just use NAMM as the testing point it's supposed to be without everybody sharing every detail with the public who then want to buy something they can't get! For me, it's like putting loads of money into a movie and releasing lots of trailers and then bypassing cinema to release it on BluRay 6 months later. [/quote] Fair enough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jezzaboy Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 Why didn`t they build it slightly larger and make it 500ish watts like most of these small class D amps seem to be? I certainly wouldn`t spend my hard earned on a 200 watt class D amp, made by Trace or anyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Well this is now appearing in shops in the States so I hope those of you with back orders over this side of the pond will have yours soon and be able to report back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 It's 200w, which should be enough, like the 200w heads of old. After all, watts is watts, right? ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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