rossi7x Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 No locks? Strange decision. Even the organizer has little spring loaded tabs.There are some weird brains in team yellow [emoji12]Sent from the yellow planet using TapatalkHopefully I can be of some help... This Radio (in Europe at least) is a full AM/FM DAB+ Radio Charger... Its IP rated, and definitely has the best sound bar none.. It's truly awesome... It also boasts 'Bluetooth' (great to bluetooth music direct from your phone) with about a 30m range, and also acts as a USB charger even when using it in Battery mode (any variant from 10.8v to 18v - any any a/h) which was only previously possible when connected to the mains... Obviously the bigger the battery, and the bigger the a/h, the longer the charge... With regards to any fears over the lack of clips for racking, I can concur that it does (sort of) clip in... the sides of the Radio (as seen in the picture) are completely over-moulded in rubber, so that with the weight of the Radio, friction will basically hold it in place.. However, what the 'Black and Yellow' gang have done is moulded a little circular 'nipple' which locates into the circular area of the folding arms on the trolley (or in the Van racking if you have joined the club..lol).. So in essence, the weight of the Radio, coupled with the locating 'nipple' on the arms, does mean it 'clicks' in the Van... My only concern is that with continual 'abuse' you could damage the 'moulded nipple' and cause it to flatten and reduce it's efficiency.. Cue a 'Mr Yellow' after market modification me thinks... Hope this makes sense.... Back to sound.... When we were demonstrating the 'Tough Music' at a recent show (the first show n the UK to expo the Tough Music) it was placed in the back of the Van and turned up.. One Guy commented at the quality of the sound system in the Van, and was convinced it was the Amps and Bass Tube installed in the Van that was responsible for the Quality of the sound...It was great to then remove the unit from the racking and prove it was in fact the 'Tough Music which was responsible for the Quality of sound.. Based on that Demo, people were literally queueing to buy one... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Yellow Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 Cheers for the detailed explanation Rossi. I didn't know the sides are overmoulded with rubber. That should cause some friction. And that nipple should help. I have to see and feel it in person to judge. Some clips would have been best, but yeah, it will possibly end up with a modification one way or another haha. Aside from that, really curious about the soundquality. I should be getting a visit soon from my DeWALT rep, so I hope he has it in his van for a little demo.How's the reception? DAB is still a little hit and miss around here. Very depended on your location, but the one complaint you hear the most from previous team yellow radios is bad reception (AM/FM). I don't have that problem myself, but just asking. Doesn't seem to have an external antenna? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dano_uk Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 We just need the tough system "tea station" now 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossi7x Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 Cheers for the detailed explanation Rossi. I didn't know the sides are overmoulded with rubber. That should cause some friction. And that nipple should help. I have to see and feel it in person to judge. Some clips would have been best, but yeah, it will possibly end up with a modification one way or another haha. Aside from that, really curious about the soundquality. I should be getting a visit soon from my DeWALT rep, so I hope he has it in his van for a little demo.How's the reception? DAB is still a little hit and miss around here. Very depended on your location, but the one complaint you hear the most from previous team yellow radios is bad reception (AM/FM). I don't have that problem myself, but just asking. Doesn't seem to have an external antenna? As a tester, I am privy to some detailed and confident information, some of which I can't divulge.. However, I will just say that the inner workings have been designed in conjunction with a pretty hi end 'Audio' specialist, and due to the 'Lack of Aerial' that you refer to, there is a very clever receiver set-up that continually scans to check for the best signal, and will switch accordingly to provide the best quality broadcast... Did I mention that there are 4 multi-dictional speakers on the top, and two 8" downward firing subs (size is approximate) on the underside that gives that epic sound.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locksmithmatt Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 The sound when it was in the show tent as well was the best I had heard on any site radio, and most home systems , can't wait to get mine Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Yellow Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 I should not continue reading this topic as I hardly can resist buying one now... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Yellow Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 Damn you guys. An hour later and I've ordered one [emoji16]I will need to relocate stuff again. Not going to have 3 radios in the van. Sent from the yellow planet using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William S Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 We just need the tough system "tea station" nowmy local hardware store had the Makita battery operated coffee maker on the front desk and well it looks like it will brew a 4-5 oz cup of coffee lol. Maybe if you are out ice fishing than I can see it being worth the money and hassle but other than that .....? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyMcGrath Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 I've got a gift card burning a hole in my pocket so I just placed my order for pickup. Going after lunch. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Yellow Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Mine is delayed. Should be shipping from DeWALT here as of last thursday, but they don't get stock for a week or two. Got a visit from the rep today and he also didn't have his unit in yet. He did say that if you place the Toughsystem radio on top of the open tote Toughbox, it creates some extra oomph, because the subwoofers are near the bottom. For you bassjunkies 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorb888 Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Mine is delayed. Should be shipping from DeWALT here as of last thursday, but they don't get stock for a week or two. Got a visit from the rep today and he also didn't have his unit in yet. He did say that if you place the Toughsystem radio on top of the open tote Toughbox, it creates some extra oomph, because the subwoofers are near the bottom. For you bassjunkies I haven't gotten mine yet either, it's killing me. It's the "tool" I've been most excited about all year, haha. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyMcGrath Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 You guys mean, I will have mine before you?! [emoji15] I think hell has frozen over, pigs have flown and the fat lady is singing. [emoji23] 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RickyMcGrath Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Just picked mine up for $160. I had a $20.00 coupon that wouldn't scan properly so she manually discounted it 20%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorb888 Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Awesome, report back after you've toyed with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyMcGrath Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Awesome, report back after you've toyed with it!I am amazed. I just turned it on on the radio function at the shop and am VERY impressed. It has a decent equalizer to increase the bass, treble and mid range tones. The top lid is a little goofy. When you retract the clips (two per side) it doesn't pop the lid up and release it. It may just be the fact it's new and sticks. In order to release the yellow lid, you have to release one side, pull up the lid, then release the other side. Initial take on the side mounts: there doesn't appear to be a positive detent or locking mechanism. The weight of the radio and the light rubberized overmold will most likely hold it in place under most driving conditions.Again, the sound is INCREDIBLE on the radio setting. All my 20v batteries I had with me for the day are dead, so I am charging one up to give it a good test. On full volume, the sound isn't distorted at all. Very very clear. I AM IMPRESSED. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Yellow Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Good bass too? Man I so can't wait for it to be delivered. Sent from the yellow planet using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyMcGrath Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Good bass too? Man I so can't wait for it to be delivered. Sent from the yellow planet using TapatalkVery good for the radio. When I hook my phone up via Bluetooth, which has a bass booster option, I'm sure it will be even better. It's really just an incredible radio. I can't even explain it. At our company summer party, someone won the big Milwaukee radio and that doesn't even touch this. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenneth Denmark Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Good bass too? Man I so can't wait for it to be delivered. Sent from the yellow planet using TapatalkTest it with this and you will feel the BASS... but be careful with the volume;-)http://youtu.be/U2D73guZpVo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Yellow Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Is blowing up the speakers covered by warranty [emoji12]Sent from the yellow planet using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyMcGrath Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Some more points:Metal pins on the yellow clips that hold the tough system together. [emoji106] 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Interface looks nice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyMcGrath Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 It is very nice. Light up buttons. The center knob is also an "Enter/select" push button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorb888 Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 Thanks for the pics! I forgot to look at the bottom of it when I saw it this summer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
77Ford Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 All Home Depots around me have 3 in stock..........guess what I buying tomorrow! [emoji12][emoji12][emoji12][emoji12][emoji12][emoji12][emoji12][emoji12][emoji12][emoji12]Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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