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What does the Mini Thumper do?
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The Mini Thumper is a portable fish attractor that makes a rhythmic thumping sound that attracts certain fish species and triggers them to bite.  It calls fish to the boat and helps to keep them near.

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What makes the Mini Thumper so different from other similar devices?
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The Mini Thumper;

  • is primarily electronic rather than mechanical

  • Is IPX4 water resistant

  • is more portable, transportable and significantly lighter in weight than other thumpers

  • allows adjustment of thump rate, AND thump intensity (volume)

  • contains only a single moving part (less prone to component breakdown)

  • works for small craft as well as larger fishing vessels 

  • runs all day on a small 12 volt battery , or can plug into standard 12 volt marine accessory plug

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The Mini Thumper Pro adds;  

  • 4 button keyfob with extra batteries and a lanyard

  • 9  functions available from the remote including thump rate up, thump rate down, volume up , volume, down, mute, prospect mode, predator mode, f-series mode, and return to manual 

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What species of fish does the Mini Thumper attract?
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To date, anglers have seen good results with Stripers, Hybrid Bass, and White Bass 

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How does the Mini Thumper attract fish and trigger a bite?
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Anglers have discovered that tapping on their hulls will attract certain fish species or trigger a bite when there is a lull in the action.  It is thought that the sonic waves produced cause an instinctive reaction to bite, either from predatory instinct, or that the vibrations mimic distress of bait species.  The Mini Thumper frees up the angler to focus on fishing activities such as managing bait, fish finders, navigation, and of course landing the big one!

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I like the idea of using an internal 12V rechargeable battery.  What are the specs for it, and where can I purchase one?
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An internal battery makes for a clean and portable solution with no external wires to deal with.  An example battery mentioned in the instructions is the WEIZE TL1250 with dimensions 3.94 x 3.54 x 2.80 inches.  Similar size 12V batteries with 3/16 (f1) spade terminals for Home Alarms, UPS Systems and Electric Scooters will work as well.   The Mini Thumper runs all day on a 5 amp hour battery and the footprint for the battery above makes for a nice snug fit inside the Mini Thumper.  An SLA battery has the advantage of adding some weight to the unit assisting in providing a nice thump to the hull.  Amazon carries many different options of batteries similar to the WEIZE TL1250 for less than $20 and chargers are less than $25.

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What is the difference between the Mini Thumper and Mini Thumper Pro?

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The Mini Thumper Pro adds a 9 function remote control to the Mini Thumper!  When you first power on the Mini Thumper Pro it operates just like the original Mini Thumper.

In fact if the remote control is not available, or has a low battery, you can use the front dials to control the thump rate and thump volume just like the original Mini Thumper.   After you press any buttons on the 4 button RF remote, the Mini Thumper Pro enters "Remote" mode.  This allows for remote operation of thump rate, thump volume, and adds other new functionality not available in the original Mini Thumper.  In "Remote" mode you can mute the Mini Thumper Pro, you can enter Prospecting Mode that runs through different thump patterns and volumes automatically.   Another added functionality is F-series mode where the Mini Thumper Pro repeats patterns found in the natural world.  Predator mode starts out slow, and increase the tempo and decreases the volume every 6 thumps, until it gradually reaches maximum thump rate.  Then it slowly goes back to a slower pace.  This is thought to mimic the sonic waves during the chaos of predators feeding on bait.  Finally, if you want to return to Manual Mode from Remote Mode, you can press two buttons on the remote and you are back to front panel operation.  You can now place the Mini Thumper Pro under the deck in a compartment to reduce any distraction to fishing.  The Mini Thumper Pro stills does its job even when out of site.  Kayak and canoe owners will love the remote control operation of the Mini Thumper Pro because there is no need to move around to control the unit.  The remote control is on a lanyard around your neck!

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Do the Mini Thumper and Mini Thumper Pro carry a warranty?

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The Mini Thumper and Mini Thumper Pro are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days.   During that period, the unit 

may be returned for repair or replacement.  See Limited Warranty for more details.  Online buyers are registered automatically for warranty service based on the date that the product was ordered from http://www.minithumper.com .  Those purchasing at a retail outlet should email minithumpers@gmail.com with the following information to initiate their warranty;

Buyers full name, Address, Email Address, Phone , Name of the store where purchased, Date of Purchase

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Are the Mini Thumper and Mini Thumper Pro REALLY custom made in the USA?

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Absolutely!  The Mini Thumper and Mini Thumper Pro are BOTH hand made in the USA!  No mass manufacturing here.  Parts for the units are sourced from US distributors *

and each unit is individually assembled from the electronics and internal cable assemblies , to the front panel labels, and the mounting of functional components to the case.  Electronic components are hand soldered and hand wired onto circuit boards, and each unit is tested at various stages in the building process.  The "brains" of the thumpers represent hundreds of hours of custom programming and rigorous testing.  Our own engineering department created our custom code in house.  Final assembly is also performed locally to insure each unit has the proper cables, instructions, and in the case of the Mini Thumper Pro, a remote control, lanyard, and remote control function quick reference.  All of this to assure each angler has the best fishing experience possible.

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Sounds great!  How do I get a Mini Thumper or Mini Thumper Pro?
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Simply visit the Mini Thumper online store by clicking here  for the original Mini Thumper or here for the Mini Thumper Pro.  This will accept payments via PayPal , Venmo, or major credit card.  (Shipping is Included!) The Mini Thumper Store will respond to acknowledge your order.     

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Still have questions? Send them to minithumpers@gmail.com

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* Component parts of the Mini Thumper and Mini Thumper Pro are sourced from US distributors.  Some components may originate from outside the US when not available domestically.  

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