Buy Buttkicker BUTTKICKER-LFE Low Frequency Effects ShakerButtkicker BUTTKICKER-LFE Low Frequency Effects Shaker Product Description:
- The ultimate in low-end isolationLets you monitor your bass drum or bass guitar without airborne sound wavesLets you feel as well as hear the sound4-ohm impedancePrevents hearing loss for drummers monitoring electronic kits with headphonesCan give the entire band a tighter, more focused groove5-1/2" wide x 5-3/8" tallPlugs into the speaker out of a power amp
Product Description
Designed originally for home theater use, the Buttkicker LFE Sonic Shaker has many applications for musicians, too, especially drummers playing electronic kits. Only 5-1/2" wide x 5-3/8" tall, it's easy to fasten a Buttkicker to a seat in your theater, to a drum throne for drummers, or under a floor box for bassists, and it simply plugs into a speaker jack on your power amp or receiver. The Buttkicker provides the ultimate in low-end isolation, letting you monitor your bass drum or bass guitar without airborne sound waves. For drummers wearing headphones it is also a way to avoid hearing loss. If Buttkickers are mounted where other band members can feel the bass drum, you'll hear the whole groove really tighten up. Buttkicker is also excellent for use in small studios where it provides accurate and powerful low-end monitoring.Mounted to your home theater seating Buttkicker will bring soundtracks to life with awesome bass that doesn't involve deafening volumes and won't disturb your family and neighbors.Throne mounting bracket and specialized amplifier available separately.
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful.
How To Rock
By -TMcN-
The Buttkicker adds a bit of shake to your home theatre. It doesn't replace the subwoofer, but sort-of turns the floor into a lower subwoofer. And I love it. But there are some things you should know.First, the LFE Kit (with Amp) is probably the best choice to start with because you can't drive it from your receiver - not enough power. So getting in the game will cost you around $500. Which is more than for Aura Bass Shakers, but far better.Second, one LFE Kit will do a sofa nicely, but if you, like me, mount it under your floor, you're gonna need two. Possibly more, but probably two. Because that's a LOT more mass to shake, and otherwise they'll be maxxing out and making a loud knocking noise.Third, it's not like riding a rollercoaster. You'll feel the floor shake from loud sound effects, bombs, etc., but don't expect magic. It makes the movie more real, but it doesn't toss you around.All that said, it's a great addition. If you can afford the cost-of-entry, you'll be amazed how shallow the system feels with it off.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.Wow something that works as advertised
By J. Hall
Ok, so you've read all of the positive reviews about the buttkicker and if you're like me you're thinking "is this thing really as good as everyone says it is?" in my opinion NO it's BETTER! I purchased the Buttkicker LFE Kit and was prepared to be dissatisfied as I have been with other products in the past that have gotten "rave reviews". The Buttkicker LFE Kit is not exactly inexpensive but for the most part the quality of the components is excellent. If you're a bass junky like me who is always getting yelled at to "turn it down!" you'll love this thing. Be aware that the performance you get is directly related to how you mount the transducer. I have mine mounted on an 18"x72" piece of 3/4" MDF which is screwed directly to the bottom of a futon. The results are amazing! The first movie I watched was "Happy Feet" and in the scene where Mumbles and his friends go sliding down the glacier the effect was so immersive (and intensive) that I giggled like a school girl. The way I have it mounted the Buttkicker will shake the futon so hard that my 120" projection screen looks blurry and I have to keep pushing my glasses back up on my nose. Ok it's not for everyone, but if you want to add another dimension to your home theatre and like things that are just a little bit "over the top" get one you won't be disappointed.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.awesome stuff
By james ho
I built platform with kinetic isolators on the bottom where movie- theater style chairson bolted on the platform. This thing is AWESOME. I have watched movies that I have seenin the outside commercial movie theater, such as Tokyo Drift... My home theater felt much moreintense, and better. I also optioned out the amplier recommended by the manufacture and useTech amplier to power these.... it worked fine but requires some techie know how... i highly recommend this stuff for anyone who wants to impress him or herself and friends.... 5/5 no doubts
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