Posts by Joptunes

Quote from sthackenb

I am currently thinking about changing the cap to activ, I had the SD 170 but want it integrated, currently I have build a power pedal into the head itself but the active cab would be even better. I would do a new back as well and I would look to get the wiring kit... if somebody has a plan which wires has to be connected it would be very useful... especially the large connector with the multiple pins. Anyway I will buy the icepower somewhen and then I will investigate, but if something exists it would be very nice.

on the J3 connector I had pins 6 and 7 tied together and going to ground/shield of the signal coming from the Kemper. Then pin 8 is connected to the hot signal from the Kemper. Those are the only 3 used from that connector.

Quote from sthackenb

Is there somewhere a plan how to wire the icepower for the Kabinett? I looked into the manual, but still has some uncertainty...

is there a particular area you have questions about? If so let us know.

2 quick update photos. Since the power amp has outputs for LEDs figured might as well take advantage of them.

so added in a green and red led to indicate when amp is on, or if having any internal issues. Tough doing work on the wood when the tolex is already on it, but at least it's on the back only This amp sounds great with the Kab !!

Quote from whippinpost91850

I finally got 2 more Icepower 200asc’s , but Parts Express backordered the connecting cables.
I want to finish my other Kab Klones. ?

I had to modify the jack plate, on the first Klone I built , to add the power socket w/switch

bummer, they can't seem to keep both in stock at the same time.

Quote from Antipodes

@Joptunes

What AC supply voltages will that IcePower module accept? Is it 100-240 or does it only accept 110 US voltages?

if you go to parts-express.com

Search for icepower 200asc

There is a data sheet attached with all the specs. Max ac says 265v

Quote from Nucleardelusion

Great work and thanks for posting pictures

I have a silly question, but I just haven't been able to confirm the answer. ICE power modules don't seem to have a volume control built into them. In your cabinet, does the amp basically run flat out with the effective volume controlled by the Kemper output volume?

Thanks,

Paul

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volume is wide open on amp. So using the kemper to control the input. Very quiet and gets loud if needed. When I rolled guitar volume all the way down and raised monitor volume on kpa it stayed quiet until -0.5 output in the kpa. So it stayed quiet through all of the levels I would use it for. My son has some practices this week with his band and we'll see how hard he has to push it.

Quote from Antipodes

@Joptunes

What AC supply voltages will that IcePower module accept? Is it 100-240 or does it only accept 110 US voltages?

manual says up to 240v

You can always download the upgrade to a memory stick and upgrade that way. Give that a try.

If rig manager doesn't see your KPA then you won't see the editor knobs/dials etc.

i'm no master woodworker for sure, but here's my powered replacement back for the stock kemper kab.

Power amp is from parts-express. The IcePower 200W mono class D power amp. 3/4 inch MDF board, British Racing Green Tolex. I have a new appreciation for anyone who works with tolex and making corners look good

This power amp sounds great and plenty of volume. Gets practice and gig tested next week !!

i have extra tolex and extra PC board mounts if anyone is doing one of these and needs some supplies. message me

Quote from whippinpost91850

as soon as I test at gig volume. I may be able to offer a replacement bolt on amp powered back

will let you know

Did you build your cab the same dimensions as the Kemper Kab?

I'm replacing the back panel on the stock Kemper Kab and using the ice power amp. I need to put the amp closer to the bottom corner of the cab so nothing comes close to the speaker magnet. Yours is mounted in the center so wondering if your cabinet depth is a bit bigger.

Thanks just waiting for the Tolex to show up to finish things up.

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cabinet looks great. I worked late I’ll finish the Icepower amp tomorrow and shoot some pictures

Looks good. My ice amp showed up today and I did a quick sound check and it sounds great. No noise as well. Now on to mounting on a new back panel I plan to make for the Kemper Kab.

Thanks for sharing.

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I got a lot of bleed on my grill cloth doing the Kemper logo I’m gonna have to do some experimenting

Did you end up putting the ice amp in the cab? Mine is scheduled to show up Monday, looking forward to replacing the back panel with a power amp,equipped version.

Thanks

Quote from whippinpost91850

I finally just tried the Icepower 200 asc. In the Kemper Klone Kabinet I built. It’s loud as F**K

I will be installing it permanently in the Kab this weekend. ?Yea!

I have one on order and looking to install inside the KEmper Kab. Any issues with the amp itself?

Kab Cover

Kab Cover 2

picked up a cool cover for the Kone from Studio Slips

Once you assign that pitch pedal effect to a slot you can then set it for octave up, octave down or whatever pitch you're looking for.

I would try setting the Bypass at toe or heel and see if that changes anything. Sounds like the pedal may be moving on its own and kicking in the wah. Have you tightened up the tension screw so the pedal stays where you leave it when you remove your foot?

Thanks

Sean

Quote from whippinpost91850

I will be building my icepower amp into the Fab Klone

And will be using a 1/4 inch jack ( the rca cable)

Let us know how the build goes. I would like to do the same thing.

Thanks

Sean

No turning back now ???

Can you share more about how the pedals are setup on the Kemper? Going to be hard to troubleshoot without knowing that. Also are you using the Kemper remote or plugging pedals straight into Kemper?

Thanks for the video. I have the BAM200 and think it does a great job with the Kabinet. Trying to keep it all in perspective knowing that FOH is getting the signal straight from the KPA and this is for monitoring live on stage with a band, unless you're going in ears which means you don't use the Kabinet anyway. In that context especially with a band I don't think we'll hear major differences between several of the power amp options that are available. Any differences will most likely be covered by other instruments etc. YMMV and there's probably no wrong answer, but for the money the BAM is a great choice in my opinion.