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Old 02-26-2020, 11:02 AM
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The AHB connectors haven’t caused me any problems that I know of, but I would definitely like to know if there is something I should be on the lookout for based on your experiences with them. What makes them no bueno?
I replaces my BT line levelers with the AHB adapters, it sounds a lot better now, but because they cost more than 20 bucks people here bag in them 😂😂 if I remember right they are cheaper than the LL
 
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Old 02-26-2020, 01:56 PM
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Originally Posted by mikes300
I replaces my BT line levelers with the AHB adapters, it sounds a lot better now, but because they cost more than 20 bucks people here bag in them 😂😂 if I remember right they are cheaper than the LL
What's the entire story behind this comment just so folks don't run off into the weeds?

A DSP?
A non OEM flash?

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Old 02-26-2020, 05:53 PM
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What's the entire story behind this comment just so folks don't run off into the weeds?

A DSP?
A non OEM flash?

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no DSP, no change in flash, still on the HD 0/4 flash, all I did was remove the LL's and install the AHB adapters, both front and rear ones(or whatever they call them). nothing else.
 
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Old 02-26-2020, 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by mikes300
no DSP, no change in flash, still on the HD 0/4 flash, all I did was remove the LL's and install the AHB adapters, both front and rear ones(or whatever they call them). nothing else.
Well hell, that's great news!! Gonna have to get a bit educated on that. Maybe run some RTA samples to see the measurable changes that occur in the curve.

Thx!!!

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Originally Posted by marshallb
I can understand paying for convenience. I pay the $5 for Kroger pick up without a thought. My concern is people paying that price without knowing the cost. I have strongly considered making harnesses myself. Vtwin's pricing is very reasonable but their location presents difficulties that I think I could do a better job at.
Go for it man! I am in support of anyone looking to start up their own venture. Just be sure to account for the government getting their 40%, and your margins need to make the venture profitable. Add supplies, self employment/business income taxes, customer support, advertising costs and profit margins... I’d suspect that you’ll be in the same ballpark as AHB, but if you can build it into something then you’re golden and we all get another competitive quality option.
 
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Originally Posted by jcslim
Go for it man! I am in support of anyone looking to start up their own venture. Just be sure to account for the government getting their 40%, and your margins need to make the venture profitable. Add supplies, self employment/business income taxes, customer support, advertising costs and profit margins... I’d suspect that you’ll be in the same ballpark as AHB, but if you can build it into something then you’re golden and we all get another competitive quality option.
I would be closer to vtwin audios pricing. Margins would be tight while I was having to hand build them, if I could off shore them that would drastically improve the profits. Marketing is the part I don't understand.
 
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I would be closer to vtwin audios pricing. Margins would be tight while I was having to hand build them, if I could off shore them that would drastically improve the profits. Marketing is the part I don't understand.
I used to be a web developer (now I’m a senior IT leader). If you decide to go with this I’ll be happy to help provide some guidance and point you toward resources to help with the marketing. It’s easier and less expensive than ever... some YouTube content, a Facebook page, a PayPal account and you’re in business. Probably a good idea to form an LLC to limit your personal liability in the event of any issues (protects your personal assets from business matters and can usually be filed for just a few hundred $ with your state.
 
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Lol. Forgot I even had that option! Thanks! (Replying to Tailwind. Didn't use the "quote" funtion )
 

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