Moving an EMT 140 plate..

[harry]

Hey Guys,

i'm about to move and collect my EMT 140 plate reverb - "thanks CHris!!!'

i have 4 people (including myself) and a 3 tonne truck with lifter sorted out,

is there anything i need to do so it all goes smoothly and undamaged?

im in the process of finding some tubular steel bars to lift it with - will 4 fairly strong guys be able to lift this thing? hopefully will be able to borrow a dolly for the day.

i have read about removing the 'speaker' assembly before transit but i'd love to hear from anyone who has actually done this first hand,


thanks guys!

h.a.r.r.y.a.r.v.a.n.i.t.i.s

[rob]

you have a bit more to do before moving it:

this is the clearest step by step guide: http://danalexanderaudio.com/tips.html#Packing

[rick]

beat me to it rob

[Linear]

I've done this. Firstly, the box is a b!tch to open and then even more of a b!tch to put back together, as the top and end panels sag when the side panels aren't on. Best thing I found to do is get the thing off the ground with some sandbags or bricks. This way the weight of the plate isn't resting on the side panels, so they come off easier. ie have the sandbags/bricks in the middle so the side panels aren't touching the ground.

Yes you need to remove the transducers. The one in the middle comes off easily (it's a little bit like the magnet thingy from a speaker). Then, get lots of gaffer tape and gaffer the plate solidly to the frame. Tape it up so it can't move about. If you don't, then the clips/springs on each corner will break and you will have to source replacements, and work out how to retension it.

I'd also remove the electronics, it's easy-peasy. Take the front plate off, then you have access to 4 screws. There are connectors for everything so it's not hard.

Don't put it on it's side!! And I wouldn't use a dolly either, unless it's got big rubber wheels and provides a nice smooth ride. 2 strong metal bars threaded through the end-loops is all you need, and 4 guys with sufficient muscle mass/stamina.

Chris

[Damien]

be REALLY careful. most of these plates have aesbestos in them... our 140 does.... its safe as long as its not disturbed (like pulling it apart and moving it)...
be careful..

[Linear]

yes, be careful. the damper plate is asbestos-backed. just don't cut/perforate/fcuk with the damper and you'll be fine.

Chris

[rick]

you learn something everyday

[JulienG]

And this thread better then most anything else justifies plug-ins.

Asbestos, needing a three-tonne truck to move them. Don't have that problem with my laptop.

Doesn't mean I'm going to get rid of my hardware kit any time soon.

[Futureman]

And this thread better then most anything else justifies plug-ins.

But then again, how much is the EMT gonna be worth in 10 years? And a plug-in?
At least you'll be able to recoup your investment. I don't know of any plugins doing that.. or even computers.. (Well, my Apple IIe is starting to climb up in value.. )

Cheers
Mike

[harry]

Thanks for your replies everyone,

i think i might be okay,

got a big strong dolly with smooth large wheels, 1inch thick yoga mat to rest the plate on, lots of strong rope, heaps of gaffa, metal bars, all kinds of tools ect, heaps of bubble wrap to wrap electronics and drivers,
and 3 good mates to help lift it!!!

dan alexander's notes and linear's notes have been studied...

wont be touching that aesbestos...


as for plug ins ect.... yeah i know - sometimes i wonder - i really do..... then i just play my fender rhodes


thanks again guys.... it is exciting...

h.a.r.r.y.a.r.v.a.n.i.t.i.s

[Alastair Reynolds]

Just make sure you post some pics of the event, we'll all want to see it

[Adam Dempsey]

And this thread better then most anything else justifies plug-ins.

Asbestos, needing a three-tonne truck to move them. Don't have that problem with my laptop.

Doesn't mean I'm going to get rid of my hardware kit any time soon.

fwiw.. the 1RU Sony DPS-V77 was known by some as the "poor man's EMT" for plates (after tweaking the presets). At least, prior to the later TC units like the 6000.