Wow..

shawnebrown
shawnebrown Posts: 14
edited June 2010 in Speakers
I recieved my Model 70's yesterday. I had to wait till last night to add them to the mix, which is a very odd mix, I think...

After doing just a little calibration, I threw in my Eagles DVD (Hell Freezes Over) and all I can say is WOW!!!

Absolutly amazing...

Tomorrow my CS2 will be in, so i'll swap out my Cambridge Soundworks CenterStage center.. I'll then throw that disk in again... can't wait...


Polk... you are amazing...

Oh, any more suggestions on classic groups and music DVD's????
Shawn
Denon AVR-2802
Front-2 Polk 70
Center-1 Polk CS2
Rear-2 Cambridge Sound Tower ll (rears)
Sub-1 12" Cambridge Sound Sub

I am gradually upgrading. :o
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  • camp21178
    camp21178 Posts: 273
    edited June 2010
    Congrats and welcome aboard. My favorite DVD is Pink Floyd Pulse. The video quality is poor, but the performance is awesome.
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  • shawnebrown
    shawnebrown Posts: 14
    edited June 2010
    Thank you both.. off to Amazon. Good thing I purchased the Prime option this year. :)
    Shawn
    Denon AVR-2802
    Front-2 Polk 70
    Center-1 Polk CS2
    Rear-2 Cambridge Sound Tower ll (rears)
    Sub-1 12" Cambridge Sound Sub

    I am gradually upgrading. :o
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  • packetjones
    packetjones Posts: 1,059
    edited June 2010
    Congrats on the purchase. sounds like you are really happy with them. One of my favorite DVD concerts in the Dave Matthews Central Park concert. I also recently saw the Jeff Beck, Live at Ronnie Scotts and was impressed with it as well.

    Oh yeah, Welcome to CP.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2010
    Welcome to Club Polk & congrats on your new speakers! Here's 2 more to get.

    http://www.amazon.com/Eagles-Farewell-Tour-Live-Melbourne/dp/B00092ZMDY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1276781738&sr=8-1-catcorr

    http://www.amazon.com/Elton-John-Live-Barcelona/dp/B00006SFL1/ref=pd_sxp_grid_i_0_0
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  • dubradio
    dubradio Posts: 181
    edited June 2010
    Now just wait till you get some play time on them and they are broken in, then you will really be saying WOW ;)
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited June 2010
    Kyle is very right!

    WELCOME TO CLUB POLK!!

    What is a Denon 8404? An AVR, a stereo receiver, or an integrated? I'm not familiar with that number....either it's a mistake or vintage?

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited June 2010
    The Monitor 70's were my first set of Polks, so I have a soft spot for them. They got me hooked on what good sounding speakers sound like.
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited June 2010
    Elton John 60 on blu ray is really good. great concert, and excellent sound quality.

    John Mayer - Where the light is live in LA on blu ray
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  • shawnebrown
    shawnebrown Posts: 14
    edited June 2010
    cnh wrote: »
    Kyle is very right!

    WELCOME TO CLUB POLK!!

    What is a Denon 8404? An AVR, a stereo receiver, or an integrated? I'm not familiar with that number....either it's a mistake or vintage?

    cnh

    Sure enough, i was way off on what I thought I owned.. it's the AVR-2802. Funny, i have been wondering if it is a good receiver or not. It's older, but it sounds great to me.. I will upgrade at some point.
    Shawn
    Denon AVR-2802
    Front-2 Polk 70
    Center-1 Polk CS2
    Rear-2 Cambridge Sound Tower ll (rears)
    Sub-1 12" Cambridge Sound Sub

    I am gradually upgrading. :o
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  • shawnebrown
    shawnebrown Posts: 14
    edited June 2010
    danger boy wrote: »
    Elton John 60 on blu ray is really good. great concert, and excellent sound quality.

    John Mayer - Where the light is live in LA on blu ray

    Yes, i agree, I need to get the John Mayer. So much to buy based on everyone's recommendation..

    Anyone care for the Barry Manilow Blu-ray? just curious. Yes, i happen to like him. :)
    Shawn
    Denon AVR-2802
    Front-2 Polk 70
    Center-1 Polk CS2
    Rear-2 Cambridge Sound Tower ll (rears)
    Sub-1 12" Cambridge Sound Sub

    I am gradually upgrading. :o
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  • shawnebrown
    shawnebrown Posts: 14
    edited June 2010
    Gosh, after spending a lot more time on this site this morning (more than I should have), I have realized just how much I DON"T know...

    That being the case, I can already see that in the weeks to come, my system is going to sound amazing with the stuff I already own..

    Thank you all in advance.. :)
    Shawn
    Denon AVR-2802
    Front-2 Polk 70
    Center-1 Polk CS2
    Rear-2 Cambridge Sound Tower ll (rears)
    Sub-1 12" Cambridge Sound Sub

    I am gradually upgrading. :o
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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,199
    edited June 2010
    shawnebrown wrote: »
    Yes, i agree, I need to get the John Mayer. So much to buy based on everyone's recommendation..

    Anyone care for the Barry Manilow Blu-ray? just curious. Yes, i happen to like him. :)

    He writes the songs...right?:D

    Either you like him or not....One of those artists. He's ok. I don't think I have him in my collection yet though.
    Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2010
    shawnebrown wrote: »
    Yes, i agree, I need to get the John Mayer. So much to buy based on everyone's recommendation..

    Anyone care for the Barry Manilow Blu-ray? just curious. Yes, i happen to like him. :)

    I don't have BR, however I have 2 of his DVD concerts & they are spectacular.

    He puts on one heck of a concert, my favorite one of his is his Barry Manilow Live DVD. http://www.amazon.com/Manilow-Live-Ac3-Dol-Blu-ray/dp/B001BEK8B0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1276801072&sr=1-1 I have http://www.amazon.com/Barry-Manilow-Live-DTS/dp/B00004W191/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1276801072&sr=1-3

    Another good one to get is Carly Simons Greatest Hits Live on the Cape DVD. http://www.amazon.com/Live-Marthas-Vineyard-Classic-Concert/dp/B003A0TFP8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1276800964&sr=8-1
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  • renowilliams
    renowilliams Posts: 920
    edited June 2010
    camp21178 wrote: »
    Congrats and welcome aboard. My favorite DVD is Pink Floyd Pulse. The video quality is poor, but the performance is awesome.

    +1 on pulse...its my favorite as well
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  • jflail2
    jflail2 Posts: 2,868
    edited June 2010
    Welcome aboard and watch your wallet! This bunch will have you blissfully broke in no time flat.

    If you like things a bit heavier, A Perfect Circle's Amotion DVD is another great one to add to your collection. I'd also put another nod in for Pulse, as well as Live at Pompeii. It's fun to watch young Floyd in action.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2010
    xcapri79 wrote: »
    With the prices being so low now on BR you really need to get one. They play DVD's and CD's very well too.

    It would be wasted since I don't have a TV that could utilize the enhanced part.

    I'm content with std DVD's
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited June 2010
    shawnebrown wrote: »
    I recieved my Model 70's yesterday. I had to wait till last night to add them to the mix, which is a very odd mix, I think...

    After doing just a little calibration, I threw in my Eagles DVD (Hell Freezes Over) and all I can say is WOW!!!

    Absolutly amazing...

    Tomorrow my CS2 will be in, so i'll swap out my Cambridge Soundworks CenterStage center.. I'll then throw that disk in again... can't wait...


    Polk... you are amazing...

    Oh, any more suggestions on classic groups and music DVD's????
    Have you tought of posting your review on the Polk site? I'm sure Polk can use the good words and will appreciate ;)

    Cheers!
    TK
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  • shawnebrown
    shawnebrown Posts: 14
    edited June 2010
    TECHNOKID wrote: »
    Have you tought of posting your review on the Polk site? I'm sure Polk can use the good words and will appreciate ;)

    Cheers!
    TK

    you know, great idea... I have two family/friends no lookng to make a purchase..

    Hey, I really want to thank you all for warm welcome and feedback. oh, and yes, my wallet is yet lighter again today. :) new speaker-wire and getting ready to pull the trigger on a amp.
    Shawn
    Denon AVR-2802
    Front-2 Polk 70
    Center-1 Polk CS2
    Rear-2 Cambridge Sound Tower ll (rears)
    Sub-1 12" Cambridge Sound Sub

    I am gradually upgrading. :o
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