Battery powering a Phil Jones Double Four

[lug]

this one looks promising
https://www.amazon.com/MAXOAK-50000...=20v+dc+power+battery&qid=1629755854&sr=8-106

Says 20V @ 5A, should be more than enough!

 

[lordradish]

That one's good, but just know that you can't bring it on an airplane.

 

[cosmicevan]

That one's good, but just know that you can't bring it on an airplane.

Shame...the airplane is one of the best places to have a captive audience.

 

[cliff78]

So whats the best battery choice that is available now for the Double Four? One that does not cut off power.

 

[lordradish]

My Poweradd pro2's have yet to cut off power.

 

[MX21]

Still liking my drill battery solution.

For the same price as one of those battery banks, you can get 2 batteries plus the battery adapter. And get a free drill, charger, and bag:

https://www.amazon.com/Dewalt-DCD771C2-Cordless-Lithium-Ion-Compact/dp/B00ET5VMTU
Battery Adapter for DeWALT 20V Max 18v Dock Power Connector 12 Gauge Robotics | eBay

I just tested with one of these screw terminal power plugs and they work fine if you're not up for soldering:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08LPDZ6T4

 

[RodRy]

Still liking my drill battery solution.

For the same price as one of those battery banks, you can get 2 batteries plus the battery adapter. And get a free drill, charger, and bag:

https://www.amazon.com/Dewalt-DCD771C2-Cordless-Lithium-Ion-Compact/dp/B00ET5VMTU
Battery Adapter for DeWALT 20V Max 18v Dock Power Connector 12 Gauge Robotics | eBay

I just tested with one of these screw terminal power plugs and they work fine if you're not up for soldering:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08LPDZ6T4

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Winer of the Angus MacGyver award!

 

[cliff78]

My Poweradd pro2's have yet to cut off power.

Are these still available in the market?

 

[lordradish]

Are these still available in the market?

Apparently not!!! I guess that's why Amazon had em going for 45 bucks a few months ago.

What's the new go-to gonna be?

 

[Annette]

Still liking my drill battery solution.

For the same price as one of those battery banks, you can get 2 batteries plus the battery adapter. And get a free drill, charger, and bag:

https://www.amazon.com/Dewalt-DCD771C2-Cordless-Lithium-Ion-Compact/dp/B00ET5VMTU
Battery Adapter for DeWALT 20V Max 18v Dock Power Connector 12 Gauge Robotics | eBay

I just tested with one of these screw terminal power plugs and they work fine if you're not up for soldering:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08LPDZ6T4

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That's the plug that I used too! Got a pack of 6 for 8$ including shipping.

 

[ZainyBass]

So whats the best battery choice that is available now for the Double Four? One that does not cut off power.

Hey, so I had issues with the PowerAdd cutting off. Not everyone will, so I think it's still a viable option, and your mileage will vary depending on your playing style, instrument/pickups etc, but when I was really pushing the amp playing upright bass my PowerAdd would shut down. This happened multiple times. I talked to Steve at Phil Jones Bass, and he recommended a few things, among them the Krisdonia battery. I didn't want to jury-rig one of those drill lead acid batteries - for one, I'm not really skilled at those kinds of things and I didn't want to take the trouble. I also wanted the thinner, smaller form factor and to keep it as light as possible, so I tried the Krisdonia and I found that it didn't cut out in circumstances where the PowerAdd battery would. Therefore, I think I have determined that the Krisdonia battery can deliver more peak current than the PowerAdd without shutting down. So if that is a concern of yours, I would recommend the Krisdonia battery over the PowerAdd. Good luck!

 

[trickyric]

Hey, so I had issues with the PowerAdd cutting off. Not everyone will, so I think it's still a viable option, and your mileage will vary depending on your playing style, instrument/pickups etc, but when I was really pushing the amp playing upright bass my PowerAdd would shut down. This happened multiple times. I talked to Steve at Phil Jones Bass, and he recommended a few things, among them the Krisdonia battery. I didn't want to jury-rig one of those drill lead acid batteries - for one, I'm not really skilled at those kinds of things and I didn't want to take the trouble. I also wanted the thinner, smaller form factor and to keep it as light as possible, so I tried the Krisdonia and I found that it didn't cut out in circumstances where the PowerAdd battery would. Therefore, I think I have determined that the Krisdonia battery can deliver more peak current than the PowerAdd without shutting down. So if that is a concern of yours, I would recommend the Krisdonia battery over the PowerAdd. Good luck!

which Krisdonia battery did you get?

 

[ZainyBass]

which Krisdonia battery did you get?

Sorry, I should have clarified that. It's the 25,000mAh one. Here's a link: https://www.amazon.com/Krisdonia-Po...ocphy=9067609&hvtargid=pla-449348962689&psc=1

 

[KohanMike]

Sorry, I should have clarified that. It's the 25,000mAh one. Here's a link: https://www.amazon.com/Krisdonia-Po...ocphy=9067609&hvtargid=pla-449348962689&psc=1

Does it fit in the carry handle of the PJD4?

 

[bebass]

Hey, so I had issues with the PowerAdd cutting off. Not everyone will, so I think it's still a viable option, and your mileage will vary depending on your playing style, instrument/pickups etc, but when I was really pushing the amp playing upright bass my PowerAdd would shut down. This happened multiple times. I talked to Steve at Phil Jones Bass, and he recommended a few things, among them the Krisdonia battery. I didn't want to jury-rig one of those drill lead acid batteries - for one, I'm not really skilled at those kinds of things and I didn't want to take the trouble. I also wanted the thinner, smaller form factor and to keep it as light as possible, so I tried the Krisdonia and I found that it didn't cut out in circumstances where the PowerAdd battery would. Therefore, I think I have determined that the Krisdonia battery can deliver more peak current than the PowerAdd without shutting down. So if that is a concern of yours, I would recommend the Krisdonia battery over the PowerAdd. Good luck!

I have tried two of those Poweradd packs - don’t work for me as they both don't like full power. If one plays light, they work OK. I have another brand that works OK, but it wont fit in the handle.

 

[funkmaster p]

Many people recommend the Poweradd Pilot Pro2, but they are not widely available. Does anyone know if the Pro3 will work? They are easier to find.

 

[ZainyBass]

Does it fit in the carry handle of the PJD4?

No, it won't fit in the handle.

 

[ZainyBass]

I have tried two of those Poweradd packs - don’t work for me as they both don't like full power. If one plays light, they work OK. I have another brand that works OK, but it wont fit in the handle.

What's the other brand that you use?

 

[funkmaster p]

Earlier today I received this response from Phil Jones tech support:

We are not familiar with many brands of batteries, but you will need a battery supplying 20 volts that can peak at 5 amps. Such as this one:
https://www.amazon.com/POWEROAK-Ext...+laptop+battery+20+volt&qid=1630517730&sr=8-1

 

[bebass]

What's the other brand that you use?

Oh, I dont know; had it for years. I will look and see, amp is not where I am at the moment.