The Buttkicker wireless
Thanks to BigBoss I found myself looking at The Buttkicker. Has anyone had experience with the wireless version? Is it as good as the the more expensive Buttkicker LFE version?
I'm with you on this, seems to be a big price difference between the wireless (£420) to the lfe (£625) version??? There doesn't seem to be a compare option. I might call the shaker centre tomorrow to quizz them. Will let you know
Product SpecificationsButtKicker® LFE Transducer
Dimensions:5.375" H x 5.375" WFrequency Response:5 - 200 HzWeight:11 lbs / 5 kgsNominal Impedance:4 ohmsPower Handling:400 watts min.
Power Amplifier Specs
Dimensions:12" W x 12" L x 4" HWeight:25 lbs / 11.4 kgsPower Handling:1000 watts @ 4 ohms 1900 watts @ 2 ohms
Product Specifications
Kit Dimensions:18.5” L x 9.6” W x 18" HKit Weight:20 lbs / 9 kgsIncluded Documentation :Fully illustrated Quick Start Guide, Power Amplifier BKA300-4 Owner’s Manual, ButtKicker® Advance Owner’s Manual, Chair / Couch Accessory Kit Owner’s ManualWarranty:1 year limited warranty
Power Amplifier BKA300-4
Dimensions:8.25" L x 9.25" W x 3.5"HWeight:4.6lbs. / 2kgsPower Output:300 watts rms @ 4 ohms150 watts rms @ 2 ohms - 115V or 230VFrequency Response:10-300HzInput Sensitivity:100mVolt
Wireless
Frequency:2.4 GHz ISM band, FHSSUsage:WorldwideRange:Approx. 30' (9m) in normal / home environment
ButtKicker® Advance Transducer
Dimensions:6.125" W x 4.875" L x 4.375" HFrequency Response:5-200 HzWeight:4.5 lbs. / 2 kgs.Nominal Impedance:4 Ohm, inductivePower Handling:75 watt minimum / 400 watt maximum
The main difference is the amplifier: 1000 watts vs 300 watts in the wireless kit.
Yes the power was the major difference and it seems pretty substantial, but I wonder how much of that power you need? I assume you have the LFE version bigboss?
I really don't fancy a wire draped across my floor 
I read a review where an RF Link was used with the Buttkicker LFE, but i don't see the actual product on the Shaker Center site?Review in questionhttp://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_11_4/buttkicker-lfe-kit-12-2004.html
Thank you for the links I shal enjoy reading those :)
Yes, I've got the LFE version. The wire runs under the carpet in my house. I use less than a third of the power. So the wireless version should be fine. Besides, I think even in the wireless version, you can add more units if you don't think it's powerful enough.
Perhaps that's where the LFE version has the advantage. More transducers will mean a greater demand in wattage?.... I could be wrong of course. Time to call shaker center.
It hurts to see the price difference between here and the states
It hurts to see the price difference between here and the states
Agreed. I bought the issue up on another forum with the makers of Buttkicker:
http://www.avforums.com/forums/subwoofers-tactile-transducers/1070934-wi...
http://www.simw.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=buttkicker
Shipping is £35, being an EU country there should be import charge so £490 or so.
Best I could find, I too refuse to pay £625!
Just make sure you get the 240v version, as it's not switchable.
Good feedback guys, bb as always very thorough 
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Now have a New Years resolution to get me a butt kicker, don't know when, need to work on the financial secretary .
Btw bb, when I checked your link I felt like I had un-masked batman, initially thought you were Derek, until big boss showed up further down the thread 
Duaplex, keep posting how you get on.
Cheers
Sorry i meant to say there should be "no" import charges! I will ask about the version BB thanks for mentioning that :)lxd55 - I certainly will, I know what you mean about the financial secretary! I just invested in this TV and now I need another £500, when will it ever end 
. Make sure you ask for the buttkicker & not butt kicker, else you'll get something else! 
Once you experience the buttkicker, you'll want to buy it!
Check some reviews of the wireless version:
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/t/281908/buttkicker-advance-wireless-kit...
http://www.amazon.com/ButtKicker-Wireless-Theater-Advance-Amplifier/dp/B...
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