New Surround Master v2 - Pre-Order Roster Discussion Thread

[J. PUPSTER]

Hello the thread,
Im late to the party. Set my quad stuff in boxes a few years ago for a move and just got it out. (Some of it) I got the 4400 set up, and began thinking about QS decoding. Google via some other page here led me to the Surround Master, so i sourced one up. I dod not know at the time there was a v2 model...
Tonight i was playing with it (v1) and doing some more search and hit this thread. It talked about the SQ setting and involve setting, which mine does not have so realized i must be missing out already.
Looks like independent level controls would be nice, even if but for the .1 or is my speakers dont match sensitivity ect.
I wont be doing actual decoding a heck of a lot, more likely just working with 2 channel sources. Never know though.

So, is there any real reason for me to pine over the V2 vs. The orig unit i have? Or i that more for if i get off my 2 channel butt and actually run some quad through it?

Is the code mentioned at the beginning of the thread still valid? The one for 100.00 off?

Is this forum, perhaps if there is a garage sale thread a good place to sell the version 1 i have and move to the version 2?

I have 3 of the 4400 receivers, 1 is restored.
I also do have a QRX999 which was restored by Jim Showker before he passed. (As was my 990DB)
I do have a few hundred sq/qs lp's still, but admittedly have been way out of the loop for good spell. View attachment 60080View attachment 60081

Welcome back; hang tight a little longer, @chucky3042 can answer all your questions. Plus, they’ll be coming out with a version 3 in the near future I hear.

 

[Soundfield]

Tonight i was playing with it (v1) and doing some more search and hit this thread. It talked about the SQ setting and involve setting, which mine does not have

It must have. Have you not noticed the mode switch on the front panel?....

Just make sure you follow the instructions about switching off and on to enable a mode change.

 

[chucky3042]

It must have. Have you not noticed the mode switch on the front panel?....
View attachment 60087
Just make sure you follow the instructions about switching off and on to enable a mode change.

That was the SQ model that deleted our TSS mode

 

[chucky3042]

Hello the thread,
Im late to the party. Set my quad stuff in boxes a few years ago for a move and just got it out. (Some of it) I got the 4400 set up, and began thinking about QS decoding. Google via some other page here led me to the Surround Master, so i sourced one up. I dod not know at the time there was a v2 model...
Tonight i was playing with it (v1) and doing some more search and hit this thread. It talked about the SQ setting and involve setting, which mine does not have so realized i must be missing out already.
Looks like independent level controls would be nice, even if but for the .1 or is my speakers dont match sensitivity ect.
I wont be doing actual decoding a heck of a lot, more likely just working with 2 channel sources. Never know though.

So, is there any real reason for me to pine over the V2 vs. The orig unit i have? Or i that more for if i get off my 2 channel butt and actually run some quad through it?

Is the code mentioned at the beginning of the thread still valid? The one for 100.00 off?

Is this forum, perhaps if there is a garage sale thread a good place to sell the version 1 i have and move to the version 2?

I have 3 of the 4400 receivers, 1 is restored.
I also do have a QRX999 which was restored by Jim Showker before he passed. (As was my 990DB)
I do have a few hundred sq/qs lp's still, but admittedly have been way out of the loop for good spell. View attachment 60080View attachment 60081

Hi

The latest SM runs cooler, has a larger negative rail that gives it better headroom. It is a better unit and frankly Bitch and I think it sounds better (I have not quantified it yet but I do not bullshit). The SM V3 due next year (prob May) adds optical input and the blue eyes have been tamed!

The discounts still apply for QQ members upgrading. I will check what they are as some numbnut at our end keeps on changing it..........whats this space or email me direct on [email protected] for the confirmation discount code

Regards

Chucky

 

[chucky3042]

It must have. Have you not noticed the mode switch on the front panel?....
View attachment 60087
Just make sure you follow the instructions about switching off and on to enable a mode change.

QQ DISCOUNT CODES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For members of QQ first time buyers $50 off ............................code Chuckyspecial

For QQ members who own a previous version SM ..................code sm2qq19

SPEND, SPEND, SPEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[jaybird100]

It must have. Have you not noticed the mode switch on the front panel?....
View attachment 60087
Just make sure you follow the instructions about switching off and on to enable a mode change.

The first version was offered originally without the SQ capability. It was added later, but cost extra. The Version 2 offers both systems, and unlike the version 1 that included both, you don't have to turn the unit off before switching modes.

 

[J. PUPSTER]

Hi

The latest SM runs cooler, has a larger negative rail that gives it better headroom. It is a better unit and frankly Bitch and I think it sounds better (I have not quantified it yet but I do not bullshit). The SM V3 due next year (prob May) adds optical input and the blue eyes have been tamed!

The discounts still apply for QQ members upgrading. I will check what they are as some numbnut at our end keeps on changing it..........whats this space or email me direct on [email protected] for the confirmation discount code

Regards

Chucky

Any chance of getting a digital coax connection added as well as the optical Chucky, I prefer those?

 

[Soundfield]

The first version was offered originally without the SQ capability. It was added later, but cost extra. The Version 2 offers both systems, and unlike the version 1 that included both, you don't have to turn the unit off before switching modes.

I know, I've got a whole pile of 'em....

Keen to add a V3 to the stack!

 

[BigAlt]

“Can we have a see through cover for V3 Chucky? “

I love that idea! .... I think so, will check

For us old Fuddy Duddys that would prefer just the old fashioned metal case, will the original V2 type complete metal case be available as well if you make a see through cover ?.

 

[chucky3042]

Any chance of getting a digital coax connection added as well as the optical Chucky, I prefer those?

Nup, missed the bus! Maybe version 4??????????????

 

[chucky3042]

For us old Fuddy Duddys that would prefer just the old fashioned metal case, will the original V2 type complete metal case be available as well if you make a see through cover ?.

If we do it the see through cover will be an option

 

[jefe1]

WTF? Nobody complains about a see through negligee..........You gotta show your stuff and those colored lights.

 

[Sonik Wiz]

WTF? Nobody complains about a see through negligee..........You gotta show your stuff and those colored lights.

Oh what have I started?
It's not with out precedent tho... I have seen pics of a Fosgate Digital Space Matrix 360 decoder that had a see through negligee, I mean Plexiglas top. I don't know if it was sold that way, a demo for retail stores, or if someone just DIY. It did not look as pretty as the SM v2 but it did have Fosgate, Scheiber & someone else's signatures silk screened on the PC board.

Personally I'm still groovin' on having Team Involve's signatures on the bottom of my unit!

 

[chucky3042]

WTF? Nobody complains about a see through negligee..........You gotta show your stuff and those colored lights.

I am just an old tart

 

[jefe1]

Ok A plexiglass top or window with blinds or a pocket door that can be pulled closed for those prudes among us.....

 

[J. PUPSTER]

WTF?

Oh what have I started?

I am just an old tart

WTOT then -

 

[jefe1]

Would I be going too far to ask for the circuit board to be shaped like a womans figure???? and strategic placement of the LEDs.

 

[Scott65]

I know, I've got a whole pile of 'em....
View attachment 60090
Keen to add a V3 to the stack!

As the photo shows, the v2 has more controls and looks a lot better than the v1.

 

[chucky3042]

Would I be going too far to ask for the circuit board to be shaped like a womans figure???? and strategic placement of the LEDs.

Pervert

 

[allhartfidelity]

It must have. Have you not noticed the mode switch on the front panel?....
View attachment 60087
Just make sure you follow the instructions about switching off and on to enable a mode change.

No, i have not noticed such a switch.

Thank you yes, i will be sure to wait a spell before changing.