Some owners say the speaker in this amp is weak and they recommend replacing but most reviews I read though like it stock - what's the verdict?
1054955
Well my opinion is its a great amp for the price. I bought the electric blue version and came very well packed and shipped. And the amp is very good depending on the tone and sound you like I apparently like the Marshall sound but i can deal with this amp cause for the price if it, it was a steal
1054956
I would not recommend replacing the speaker as this amp sounds great out of the box. One of my jamming buddies had me order him one from Amazon as well. He plays an Emmons steel guitar through it!
1054957
I think it puts out amazing sound, also there is a lot of tweeking that can be done to get the right sound you are looking for. Of course its not a rock and roll on stage amp-but it has worked well for the "garage band" type of playing
1054958
For home use its ok. But if you are going to play in a band then you need a more professional grade amp.
1749294
I've had mine for about 6 months now. Each day sounds better than the last. Just ask seller to send you an extra tube with order for a few $ more. They were quite kind to me. Great lil amp!
691305
I currently am having trouble with the amplifier as well. I don't know where you would get replacements. I would (and will) be calling the company.
1519690
No. I'm running a 700 mono block and it's not even turned up all the way. It's super loud. It's a great speaker. The box is nice. I want to run max but don't wanna buy a new amp.
254468
Check all your inputs at the amp and at your head unit if they are good it's a bad amp. Ask for a replacement. Or get your money back. I've had two of these and the first one was Doa the second worked but was absolutely terrible. Find something better.
1575038
Shouldn't be an issue. Drove a pair of speakers rated at 8ohms, 420W with no issues. Only reason I replaced mine was the lack of a sub-out port.
582183
Yea possibly. I would definitely read up on that before yiu make another purchase. Planet audio amps do tend to burn up if over powered.
2260865
You may want to look into replacing the speaker assembly. Easy to do, and the parts are cheap.
1640738
I run a hifonics 500rms x 2 @ 2 ohms for 4 speakers and ran that for at least 5 yrs and have yet to have any issues with them. Ive overheated the amp a few times(more than likely due to poor design) but the speakers have handled it just fine and I run them hard often.Just bought a new truck and plan on installing a set in it as they have never given me issues.
907651
I'd stick with the same. Some amplifiers can operate "unsafely" I.e. overheating or crappy sound, if they can't produce the right impedance per whatever ohm each speaker has. I'd start from ground up if you're wanting bigger better sound
424691
There are numerous, very good small amps Out There: from Pig Nose to - the one I own - a Schiffler. A speaker will not be a good choice - choose amplification,.
1492964
I don't have any problems with the amp. Is a shame that Trans amps get a reputation.
1229947
No,I don't think it's a good amp at all,lots of feedback, not a lot of power, you need to go bigger or better.
1535775
Hi Tyrus, I think the amp is more than sufficient. Please start at low volume otherwise it may damage the speakers. I have used this amp with a couple of speakers between 300W to 500W and it performs well. Thanks and I hope this helps Fernando
554852
has a bad rattle even barely pushing it I have not taken the time to take it apart to see what is causing it. the speaker itself seems to be handling the power as well as the amp. brobably some part of the wood needs to be screwed in and glued. that was my experience with it hope that helps. it is huge with a big bad 15!
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I agree with Archie Leach. I would also like to point out, probably just bad luck, but I've had issues with the VIP 3 cutting out on me randomly where the volume suddenly drops, whatever effects are being used then drop, and then it cuts out completely.. I haven't had anyone look at it, but this has been the behavior since day 1 about 8 months ago when I bought the amp. I suspect it got bounced around during shipping, but figured I'd mention it. Maybe others have experienced the same issue. Eventually, I'll have an authorized shop take a look at it. I do like the presets, and for now, I'm using a Marshall MG102CFX but miss the presets that come with the VIP 3 I agree with Archie Leach. I would also like to point out, probably just bad luck, but I've had issues with the VIP 3 cutting out on me randomly where the volume suddenly drops, whatever effects are being used then drop, and then it cuts out completely.. I haven't had anyone look at it, but this has been the behavior since day 1 about 8 months ago when I bought the amp. I suspect it got bounced around during shipping, but figured I'd mention it. Maybe others have experienced the same issue. Eventually, I'll have an authorized shop take a look at it. I do like the presets, and for now, I'm... » Read More I agree with Archie Leach. I would also like to point out, probably just bad luck, but I've had issues with the VIP 3 cutting out on me randomly where the volume suddenly drops, whatever effects are being used then drop, and then it cuts out completely.. I haven't had anyone look at it, but this has been the behavior since day 1 about 8 months ago when I bought the amp. I suspect it got bounced around during shipping, but figured I'd mention it. Maybe others have experienced the same issue. Eventually, I'll have an authorized shop take a look at it. I do like the presets, and for now, I'm using a Marshall MG102CFX but miss the presets that come with the VIP 3 « Show Less
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I would say no, this is pretty weak. I have one 15 or 17 inch sub and this doesnt compare to the previous one that I blew out. I'm not very knowlegable on other amps but because I have this one, I would say try to inquire about another one. lol