RIGOL SALE  Instruments 4 Engineers - Page 1
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author: I4E
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 06:51:53 pm
content: Hello EveryoneWe are running a sale on Rigol products specifically for EEVBlog Members. Terms are you would need to purchase and pay for the equipment by December 10th 2016 to get the special pricing.The discount level is tiered .Discounts begin on items which are £500 or more exluding VAT or shipping. Items below this amount will be supplied with a free gift and a gift certificate for a discount off Rigol options.We fully support the Rigol products for the 3 Years of the Warranty.PM me for full details and discount or you can email me at info@instruments4engineers.comWe don't have the discount for the EEVblog members listed on our website.Thank youJoy TorresInstruments 4 EngineersTel +44 (0) 161 871 7450www.instruments4engineers.comAuthorized Rigol Distributor UK and Ireland

author: ElektroQuark
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 07:08:59 pm
content: Why not make the full information public?

author: tautech
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 07:12:47 pm
content: Quote from: EdoNork on November 22, 2016, 07:08:59 pmThey have.Join EEVblog.

author: hendorog
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 07:24:21 pm
content: Hrm, you don't show products on your website...So you may wanna point people at your Rigol catalog, which isn't really that obvious:https://www.instruments4engineers.com/download/GetManufacturerPdfFile/97

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 07:47:56 pm
content: Yeah rule number one of online business is to have prices and a shopping cart.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 11:43:26 pm
content: QuoteDon't know about anyone else, but there are two ways I purchase things:1. I have a need for a specific product, typically because I want to do X and I've researched the tools to help me. I might start off with a few choices, but when I get to thinking about actually spending money I'll know what I want in the way of the exact make and model. I will possibly shop around for a good price, but if I have to ask anyone to quote it will be my usual supplier (customer loyalty and all that). Anywhere else will need to shove in my fact a price low enough to make the new risk worth taking. Certainly, I wouldn't be browsing the classifieds on the off-chance that someone happens to be offloading that exact thing right now at my price. (Tried it and it never happens - I just buy random junk instead: see 2.)2. It's a drive-by can't refuse thing. No, I don't need anything right now but, gosh, that issucha good deal how could I pass it up? If necessary I'll invent a new project to require it. If there is no price it's not going to grab me, and if it doesn't even say what the product is 99% of the time I won't even bother writing a minor rant in the hope that something may come of it.Sorry, but there are thousands of vendors who would love to tell me they have special offers right now, and be quick because it won't last (though Number One is my favourite for having time limited offers never expire). My eyes glaze over instantly. Post an actual offerdetailand we could be talking.

author: I4E
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 23, 2016, 12:45:01 am
content: Hello EveryoneThank you for your feedback. I appreciate all your feedback and advice.We are working on adding an add to quote list feature on the website which should be up and running in the next couple weeks.We distribute the whole range but you are right there's only a few of the Rigol products listed on our website which are in the specials section and the featured product section. This is because the rest of the site is still being developed and probably will another 6 months to a year to load in all the products, create the partner pages, filters etc.We haven't posted the pricing because the posts show up on google search which would defeat the purpose which is to offer the discount especially to EEVblog members.It is a limited time offer. We aren't going to extend it.Thank you Everyone. Have a great day!!!Joy

author: alanb
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 23, 2016, 01:50:04 pm
content: What is your price for a 11054Z including probes etc and UK (London) delivery?You can respond by PM if you prefer.

author: I4E
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 23, 2016, 07:10:21 pm
content: PM sent :-)Joy

author: Reminx123
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 24, 2016, 12:34:39 am
content: Hi Joe,I am looking for a DP832 power supply, can you send me the price? Well, need delivery in Italy ... if not possible I can arrange for pickup in UK

author: Skimask
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 24, 2016, 03:12:25 am
content: Hmmm...methinks...completely useless...

author: Jay_Diddy_B
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 24, 2016, 04:19:59 am
content: Hi,I assume this offer is for UK and Ireland delivery only ??(may be put this in the Subject?)Jay_Diddy_B

author: I4E
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 24, 2016, 10:33:10 am
content: HelloWe will offer the sale to anyone who is an EEVblog member.Joy

author: Skimask
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 25, 2016, 02:40:25 am
content: WHAT sale?

author: Jeepsey
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: November 25, 2016, 01:50:26 pm
content: What are your prices for the DS1104Z 100Mhz and the DS2202A?

author: I4E
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 25, 2016, 02:25:23 pm
content: Jeepsey PM sent.Skimask - To be honest, since you are in the USA it depends on what unit you are seeking if our discount price would be a good deal or not. If you wanted a Rigol DS 1054Z then you'd be better off buying it in the USA as with shipping/ duties fees our price wouldn't be very appealing. However if you were interested in something like a Rigol DSA 815 then our discounted price might be more interesting for you.Thank you everyone :-)Joy

author: ErikTheNorwegian
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 25, 2016, 06:43:35 pm
content: Quote from: Skimask on November 25, 2016, 02:40:25 amMaybee a better place to shop cheap Rigol.. in the US.https://www.rigolna.com/clearance/For european customers..http://www.rigol.eu/clearance/

author: I4E
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 29, 2016, 01:30:03 am
content: The clearance units are used instruments. For people who are looking for a used unit that might be an option for them. Our sale is on new Instruments.Have a good day everyone!Joy

author: ErikTheNorwegian
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 29, 2016, 11:17:45 am
content: Quote from: I4E on November 29, 2016, 01:30:03 amEhhhh NO !!Can be yes, but I bought the last year, on PSU, two scopes, one signal generator and one spectrum analyser.All brand new, unopened except the signal analyser, that was opend and lacked manuals and USB cable. (Manuals and programs are for download on the web) But it looked all new. Saved me several thousand euros on excellent equipment.All bought from Rigel Europe. One of the probes that followed a scope was faulty, bad connection in the switch. I did send one e-mail to Rigol, that promptly send a new one with priority post that arrived tree days later.The communication with Rigel Europe has been many, many times better than with Fluke and Agilent. Support way past my expectations..ErikPS, got a MSO4024 from the clearance on the way now, hope it will arrive early next week.

author: sainter
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 29, 2016, 02:34:43 pm
content: Rigol it self states, that clearance sale items are "Demo, Used and Refurbished products". So some spit and polish goes to it before selling them, witch is not a big deal in my opinion, but you will be limited to older models.

author: ErikTheNorwegian
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 29, 2016, 05:27:39 pm
content: Quote from: sainter on November 29, 2016, 02:34:43 pmYoure wrong, the unitis i got have been new, unopend boxfresh..Have you ever bought somthing from the clearence sale?Im shure other can tell the same.besides, they state there is one iten or two for sale, there are plenty.Erik

author: I4E
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 29, 2016, 08:05:34 pm
content: Seriously? This is getting out of hand. If you want to start a battle about going back and forth about the rigol.eu site with all due respect maybe you should remove you posts here and start a different threadThe point of this post was to offer a discount to EEVblog members . We really like Dave and really enjoy talking to the people on the forum. We wanted to do something nice in return by offering a special.In regards to my comments I think you may have taken them too personal. We weren't trying to put Rigol down. We are Rigol distributors and that would be pointless. We love Rigol.The demo equipment they sell is used but then as it says refurbished. Demo equipment is as it says.. it's sent out to customers for them to use and test to see if they want to buy. It doesn't mean there's anything wrong with it and of course it sounds like you got a good deal and were happy. Maybe they had extra stock and sold you a new unit. I don't know if they do that or not. If so that's great too. I'm glad you have a great experience with Rigol and I wish you many more pleasant experiences.Thank you for sharing your experiences. I'm not commenting anymore on the subject.Wishing you and everyone at EEVblog a fantastic upcoming week.Joy TorresInstruments 4 Engineerswww.instruments4engineers.com

author: ErikTheNorwegian
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 29, 2016, 08:46:02 pm
content: Sorry if you cant handle the truth.. And no, do not like sencorship. Not removing anything. What i wrote, i stand behind 100%.The fact that you want to give members a good offer. GREAT! Love that! Keep up the good work.But writing somthing that is not the truth, no, that i cant take.. If you dont like people giving honest and truthfull advice, this may not be the place to advertice. :-)The fact is that 3 out of 4 things i bought on the clearance was brand new. The Spectrum analyzer i bought, seemd brand new, and was actualy advertised as new on the clearence sale. Just missed a cabel and the user manual. Why they where new, not used, i dont care. I just tell my excperience about buying RIGOL on the clearance web. If you you dont like it, sorry for you.Have a new scope from clearence in the post right now, can post pictures of unboxing if you like.You have a good week to!!Erik

author: Wuerstchenhund
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 30, 2016, 06:40:44 am
content: Quote from: I4E on November 23, 2016, 12:45:01 amFrankly, as someone with a pretty large annual budget to spend on test equipment I can tell you that, as standard test gear is concerned, if I have to ask for a quote then you will have already lost my business and you're off my list. And I can assure you that I'm not alone with that.Why should I waste my time asking for a quotes? There are dozens of resellers out there who let me see stock and pricing online so I can decide immediately. Having to ask for a quote impression that likely you're making up prices as you go along, based on how much you can squeeze out of each customer.No prices and stock online = no business. It's really as simple as that.

author: tggzzz
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 30, 2016, 09:28:58 am
content: Quote from: I4E on November 22, 2016, 06:51:53 pmYou are competing for my attention with many other emporia. So you had better give me a reason to give you my attention.Analogy: I'm walking along the high street and someone says "come into my shop round the corner and we'll offer you a discount".I would ignore them, because if they had something good to offer, they would tell me what it was and why it was a bargain.

author: gmb42
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 30, 2016, 10:43:11 am
content: I have no affiliation whatsoever with the OP, but I don't get all the negativity (and almost hostility) to a posted offer of a discount.Don't like the offer, fine just ignore it, why go to the effort to post a negative response?Found a better or different offer, fine help the community by posting a link, but why be negative about this one? It's not a better batteriser FFS.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 30, 2016, 11:36:44 am
content: QuoteHe is here to sell us stuff; we are here to buy it. We are informing him as to why his advert isn't as useful to him as it could be, and how it could be improved.I appreciate that this can look negative. It can be hard to explain why we're not interested (and what would make us interested) without being negative. The choice of words may be suboptimal too, but English may not be the poster's primary language. Of course, I don't have that excuseQuoteThat would be a rather naughty thing to do in someones thread.QuoteThe alternative view is that we wouldliketo like the offer, and take the trouble to explain how we can be got at. At least we are still here (presumably hoping for an offer that includes prices). If we ignored him he would have zero chance of selling us something, no?

author: FivePoint03
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 30, 2016, 10:32:31 pm
content: I really don't like what the OP has done here. Nothing has actually been offered in terms of discount and no prices given and no equipment specified.Do the decent thing and pay for some advertising rather than waste our time reading worthless threads!

author: Jay_Diddy_B
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 30, 2016, 10:39:54 pm
content: +1The OP has also tried to sell on worldwide forum, when they are in the UK. In most case the shipping cost makes them unattractive.Jay_Diddy_B

author: gmb42
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 01, 2016, 10:58:28 am
content: Quote from: Jay_Diddy_B on November 30, 2016, 10:39:54 pmPresumably then there should be no offers at all on the forum as they're ALL sold from a specific country that will have shipping costs to other destinations.The OP clearly indicates their country of origin with flag and footer, the only thing they didn't do is put it in the title. Big deal, get over it.

author: PA0PBZ
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 01, 2016, 12:18:47 pm
content: Quote from: gmb42 on December 01, 2016, 10:58:28 amThat's not fair, we are talking about new stuff that can be bought anywhere, so buying something from the UK with a 10% discount will not be interesting for most not living there.