PinWoofer - Stern Spike-2 PowerWave Super Kit - Advanced Pinball Audio

All PowerWave Amplifier Options use the same core amplifier electronics and sound the same. What differentiates the options are the amplifier features and mounting location.

Select your Title and Amplifier Option, then let us know how to configure your backbox using the remaining three selections above.

If you need assistance click here or call 208-855-0346.

Add presence to your title and unlock the true potential of the audio track. Industry leading electronics - 100% in-house design. Industry leading speakers - the absolute best pinball speakers available. Tools required - 1/4", 5/16" and 11/32" Nut Drivers. Easy to install, incredible results every time!

Spike-2 Speaker Light Kits are offered at a 20% Discount when Bundled Here

Spike-2 Speaker Plates are offered at a 10% Discount when Bundled Here

Important notes on speaker plates and speaker lights can be found at the below link:

PinWoofer - Spike-2 Backbox Speaker Plates and Light Kit Compatibility

Important Speaker Light Kit Information:

PixlWav Expression Lighting Backbox Speaker Lights Option:

- - This speaker light kit is designed to work in conjunction with the Stern Spike-2 Expression Lighting side-of-playfield LED rails, and for those who DO NOT have the OEM Stern Speaker Lights. This kit works only on the below titles and trims:

1. 1. 1. Led Zeppelin - Pro/Premium/LE
    2. Rush - Pro/Premium/LE
    3. Foo Fighters - Premium/LE
    4. John Wick - Pro/Premium/LE
    5. Metallica Remastered - Premium/LE

- - This speaker light kit follows the orchestration of the Stern Expression Light playfield LEDs and produces an amazing visual experience.
  - If your machine does not have expression light side-of-playfield LEDs installed, this kit will not work.
  - For more information about this option please review the following link: PixlWav Spike-2 Expression Lighting Backbox Speaker Light Kit

PixlWav Stern OEM Expression Speaker Light Upgrade Kit Option:

- - Stern ships some newer titles with an OEM Speaker Light Package (Jaws LE, John Wick LE, Uncanny X-Men LE, Metallica LE, D&D LE, etc.). Stern also offers their OEM Speaker Light upgrade kit for the above, and many other legacy titles.
  - The OEM offering is not visually appealing to many because it uses low-cost LED strips and a flat diffuser.
  - Select this option if you really want your Stern OEM Speaker Lights to pop. This kit features forward facing LEDs, doubles the count from 23 to 46 per side, and includes our Polycarbonate Diffuser Speaker Mounts.
  - If your machine does not have Stern OEM Speaker Lights installed, this kit will not work.
  - For more information about this option please review the following link: PixlWav Spike-2 Expression Speaker Light Upgrade Kit

PixlWav Dynamic Controller Backbox Speaker Lights Option:

- - This light kit will function on any Spike-2 Title (except Bond 60th), and it delivers an amazing light show using a controller with pre-programmed colors and patterns.
  - For more information about this option please review the following link: PixlWav Spike-2 Dynamic Backbox Speaker Light Kit

Speakers and Mounting Rings:

- - 8in Cabinet Speaker:
    - PinWoofer Label PW-8, 8in, Dual Voice Coil, 120W RMS, 400W MAX, 2Ohm Cabinet Woofer
    - This speaker runs two voice coils in parallel for maximum power transfer to the driver
    - Unprecedented bass response featuring an industry high, 91.5dB sensitivity rating
    - Rigid, 8in ABS injection molded Woofer Mounting Ring with Hardware to provide maximum coupling to the enclosure
  - 5.25in Backbox Speakers:
    - PinWoofer Label PW-525, 5.25in, 40W RMS / 200W MAX Coaxial Speaker Pair
    - Industry leading 1in Silk Dome Tweeter for ultra-smooth response
    - PinWoofer 5.25in Mounting Ring Pair with Hardware

Electronics:

- - All Spike-2 PowerWave Amplifiers Feature:
    - No-pop, soft power on and power off
    - 2.1 Amplification sections - 50Wx50W Backbox and 100W Cabinet Final Stage*
    - Adjustable Bass Cutoff Frequency
    - Adjustable Cabinet Bass Level
    - Adjustable Backbox Volume
    - Treble Adjustment
  - The Spike-2 PowerWave Mini Line Output Board has a header that allows the addition of an external subwoofer when adding our Spike-2 Line Output Board Accessory found here: PinWoofer Spike-2 Line Out Board
  - Spike-2 PowerWave and PowerWave Plus Amplifiers Additionally Feature:
    - Adjustable, pro level line-output for external monitor or streaming
    - External Subwoofer Section with Bass Frequency Cutoff Control, Bass Volume Control, Subwoofer Input Jack for External Subwoofer Chaining (route multiple Machines into one external subwoofer), and an External Subwoofer Output Jack
    - Headphone Jack
  - PowerWave Direct Docs to the CPU Node Board
  - PowerWave Mini Docks to a stud located beneath the CPU Node Board.
  - Our PowerWave Plus is a stand-alone, premium amplifier that mounts at the coin box location for convenience of access to the controls. It includes:
    - Ground Loop Isolator
    - Plug and Play Audio Board that converts machine audio output to compatible amplifier Input
    - Plug and Play Power Board – no splitter or other power sharing solution needed
    - Plug and play Platform harness to interconnect all components effortlessly

Notes:

- - All Super Kits are comprehensive and ship with any required Amplifier Mounting Bracket / Docking solution to ensure a permanent, secure fit
  - All necessary hardware is included
  - Playfield Glass Shake Reduction Tape is included
  - You'll receive exactly what you need for an epic audio upgrade, and optional best in class speaker lights!

* Average maximum amplifier power in application can be approximated by taking the product of the MAX power rating per channel and 1/(√2*1.5).

pinwoofer WARRANTY COVERAGE PinWoofer products are warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase from an authorized PinWoofer dealer. This warranty and all rights provided are limited to the original owner and are non-transferable. Responsibility is limited to replacement or repair as set forth in this warranty statement. Should a product require warranty service during this period, PinWoofer will repair or replace without charge, any part or product proving defective in material or workmanship. All warranty repairs and service must be performed by an authorized PinWoofer technician or service facility. The use of non-authorized repair services renders this warranty null and void, and any charges relating to non-authorized repair are the responsibility of the product owner. All expenses (excluding shipping costs) related to replacing or repairing a defective part or product under this warranty shall be assumed by PinWoofer. PinWoofer reserves the right to replace defective product with a new or factory reconditioned unit. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS 1.This warranty does not cover product failure or damage resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, accidents, alterations, standard environmental deterioration, natural disasters, or improper use and/or installation or not following the installation instructions. “Blown” or damaged speakers (and tweeters) are a result of misuse and are not covered by this warranty. 2.This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage due to misuse or neglect. This includes paint damage, scratches, cracks or other superficial marks related to improper use. 3.Failures arising from attempted servicing of a non-authorized PinWoofer repair facility or technician are excluded from this warranty. 4.If the amplifier enclosure has been opened (or attempted to be opened) by a non-authorized PinWoofer technician any warranty is null and void. 5.If the fastener sealing decals on the amplifier have been removed, attempted to be removed or are damaged in a way that indicates the enclosure were opened or attempted to be opened, any warranty is null and void. 6.The use, addition or integration of any aftermarket peripheral device, enclosure, attachment, mounting device, modification (aka “mod”) or other accessory or enhancement, or any item physically or mechanically attached to or electrically interacting with any part of the PinWoofer system, that is not produced, validated, verified, approved and supplied by PinWoofer or a PinWoofer authorized dealer, renders this warranty null and void. Violation of these restriction will be confirmed and determined by PinWoofer. LIMITATION OF DAMAGES In no event shall PinWoofer be liable for consequential damages for breach of this warranty including installation charges, excessive shipping expenses, property loss or other incidental loss. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to the buyer. HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain services under this warranty, the buyer shall contact PinWoofer at email address PinWoofer@PinWoofer.com to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA#) and a return shipping address. The buyer must carefully pack the warranted product along with a copy of the original purchase receipt, the Return Merchandise Authorization number, and a description to the repair facility you are directed to ship the return to. Warranty assistance can be obtained by calling 208-855-0346, M-F, 8am to 5pm Mountain Time. NOTICE TO BUYER This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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5
Godzilla Pinwoofer Super Kit

Posted by Paul McPhillips on Jan 11th 2023

Super easy installation into my Godzilla pro. Loved that it easily upgraded the speakers to 5.25”. The game now sounds amazing compared to the stock speakers, great clarity and bass. Allows you to hear all of the sounds the engineers put into the game. Only problem is I’ll now need to save up for kits in my other games which sound completely flat. It in comparison! Highly recommend!
5
Pinwoofer on Rush Pro REQUIRED!

Posted by Vespula on Dec 23rd 2022

The pinwoofer system on my Rush Pro improved every facet of this music pin. The speakers Stern puts in there don't even deserve to be called speakers. This kit had high quality speakers and the amplifier and electronics brought out clarity, dynamic response, volume, and frequency range that this pinball deserves! I didn't even know the playfield sounds existed prior to installing this because they were so underpowered and muddy from the stock system. This is a must-have for Rush!
5
Star Wars premium

Posted by jason stencler on Oct 18th 2022

I have pinwoofer’s old system in my Stern JP premium and have been thoroughly impressed the last few years. I just bought a new stern Star Wars premium and wanted to try their new system out since the game has such great callouts as well as the John Williams score. All I can say is wow. The clarity, the punch, etc is so much better and realized with this kit. What a great addition to pinball machines since LEDs. You hear so much more with the upgraded amp and speakers over stock, It is like being in the movie and makes you more in tuned with what’s going on. Sadly now I think I need to add this kit to all my other games. Well done pinwoofer. Great product and the new package is so easy to install compared to the past kit. The videos provided from hurryuppinball were great in my honest opinion.
5
MUST HAVE!

Posted by Jerrid Thomas on Aug 27th 2022

I'm an audio guy... Of course I looked into doing an upgrade myself, but by the time you factor in all the parts needed plus the time to do the wiring and find an amp good enough - the price point was almost a wash. The key factor here in the purchase decision, and backed up by the performance and the follow-up support from Dan, is the key. You will not find anyone better than Dan/Pinwoofer that delivers awesome quality, support or easy plug-and-play installation. I emailed Dan with a question, and within two minutes, my phone rang, and he was there to answer it. I'm now one of the many huge advocates and backers of Pinwoofer products and support, and will be getting on top of my mountain to scream it to the pinball community - along with the hundreds of other satisfied customers. Do yourself a favor when selecting who/how you want to upgrade your pinball's sound system... Don't Cheat Yourself, TREAT Yourself.... to Pinwoofer -Jerrid (SD)