Polk Audio Surround Bar 50 - Black

dorokusai
dorokusai Posts: 25,577
edited December 2010 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
Polk Audio SurroundBar 50 - Black - 9/10 - *SOLD* to Cincycat13

I have a practically brand new Surround Bar 50 that I just have no use for anymore. It's been sitting in storage for almost a year. It has about 50 hours on it total as I was only using it to do some testing with a dual SB50, 9.2 setup on my Onkyo.

This is THE size they should have started with in the beginning instead of the 42". It's has front and rear SDA speakers and works much better than the smaller edition. No, it isn't a replacement for a full fledged 5.1 but it does a pretty good job. I would say it's about a 200-260 degree effect in reality depending on the media and mix. The SurroundBar 360 is the only one that I've owned and heard actual full on surround sound but that's just me, and YMMV.

Specifications:

Driver Complements
Mid/Woofer(9): 9 - 3-1/2" Diameter (8.89cm)
Dynamic Balance composite cone drivers, shielded
Tweeter(3): 3 - 3/4" Diameter (1.91cm)
Silk Dome Tweeters
Overall Frequency Response:
60Hz - 23kHz
Lower -3dB Limit 80Hz dB
Upper -3dB Limit 20kHz dB
Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
Recommended Amplifier Power: 20-150 w/channel
Efficiency: 90 dB
Dimensions:
4-1/2" H x 51" W x 5-1/10" D
(11.43cm H x 129.54cm W x 12.95cm D)
Mounting Options:
Cradles, high and low, and wall mount bracket
Product Weight: 15.00 lbs. (6.80kgs)
Shipping unit: 21.0 lbs.

Reviews: SurroundBar50

SDA Whitepaper: SurroundBar50

Includes: Original everything. This includes the cradles, cable, box, etc etc.

Pictures later

S57305BSAP.
CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited November 2010
    Nobody just bought a flat screen for Xmas? I'm snapping pics of the actual bar now but the rest of the stuff is in the attic.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited November 2010
    Damn, I just bought a stupid SurroundBar 42 from Polkdirect.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited November 2010
    Return it after it arrives with gunshot holes and a ransom notice.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited November 2010
    Reality pics.....as if I had to? It's a SB50 guys....minty and shipped :biggrin:
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • NJPOLKER
    NJPOLKER Posts: 3,474
    edited December 2010
    I don't know :redface:

    I finally bought a LG 47" HDTV a few months ago which is great.

    How the hell would I hook this "thing" up to my TV? I am sure it sounds far better than the system in the TV thats for sure.

    I have a CA integrated amp sitting around doing nothing if that would help.

    I don't think I want it hooked up to my 2 channel system.

    There is a whole lot I don't know :rolleyes::redface::mad::redface::tongue:

    Thanks Mark
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    You need a Receiver or AVR.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • polrbehr
    polrbehr Posts: 2,834
    edited December 2010
    NJP -
    I have a Technics SADX-930 AVR just collecting dust. In fact, I think I also have the original box/manual/remote as well? It's not gonna blow your hair back (100wpc X 5, per their specs), but it'd be OK for this app, I'm sure. Plus I can let you have it for a song... maybe a dance too?:biggrin:

    PM me if you wanna talk about it.

    Harry
    So, are you willing to put forth a little effort or are you happy sitting in your skeptical poo pile?


    http://audiomilitia.proboards.com/
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  • NJPOLKER
    NJPOLKER Posts: 3,474
    edited December 2010
    polrbehr wrote: »
    NJP -
    I have a Technics SADX-930 AVR just collecting dust. In fact, I think I also have the original box/manual/remote as well? It's not gonna blow your hair back (100wpc X 5, per their specs), but it'd be OK for this app, I'm sure. Plus I can let you have it for a song... maybe a dance too?:biggrin:

    PM me if you wanna talk about it.

    Harry


    Let me tell you something :eek: No one wants to see me dance or hear me sing that for sure!!
    Thanks for the nice offer and will keep it on my mind.
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  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    edited December 2010
    i just got a 42. i think it's a great product! if the 50 is better, it's gotta be insane:biggrin: GLWYS
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,986
    edited December 2010
    This is a no brainer for a simple, great sounding setup.
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited December 2010
    dorokusai wrote: »
    Return it after it arrives with gunshot holes and a ransom notice.

    Ok, I just shot the speaker with my 44 and it tore the whole box in half. Should I have used a 22? Will this be covered under FedEx shipping damage?
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    SolidSqual wrote: »
    Ok, I just shot the speaker with my 44 and it tore the whole box in half. Should I have used a 22? Will this be covered under FedEx shipping damage?

    I believe a little more discretion should have been used.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited December 2010
    Polk better not charge me a restocking fee . . .


    But, in all seriousness. I paid $189 for this 42" and I am very happy with its performance. The fiance felt the TV speakers just weren't doing her shows justice. But now, she can now watch her Gossip Girls and Desperate Housewives in the bedroom while I jam out in my man cave.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    No doubt, it's a huge improvement over what you had to start with. It's perfect in that respect.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • shawn474
    shawn474 Posts: 3,052
    edited December 2010
    SolidSqual wrote: »
    Polk better not charge me a restocking fee . . .


    But, in all seriousness. I paid $189 for this 42" and I am very happy with its performance. The fiance felt the TV speakers just weren't doing her shows justice. But now, she can now watch her Gossip Girls and Desperate Housewives in the bedroom while I jam out in my man cave.

    I hae installed both for family members. The 50 blows the 42 out of the water in every respect. Thats not to say the 42 is bad - it isn't at all. Its just the 50 is much better. YMMV
    Shawn
    AVR: Marantz SR-5011
    Center Channel: Polk LsiM706c
    Front: Polk LsiM703
    Rear: LSI fx
    Subwoofer: SVS 20-39pci
    Television: Samsung UN58NU7100FXZA
    DVD Player: Sony PS4
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited December 2010
    sda2mike wrote: »
    i just got a 42. i think it's a great product! if the 50 is better, it's gotta be insane:biggrin: GLWYS
    I agree the 42" is surprising for what it is but with Mar's constant praises of the 50" I always wonder and reconsider :frown:
    SolidSqual wrote: »
    Polk better not charge me a restocking fee . . .


    But, in all seriousness. I paid $189 for this 42" and I am very happy with its performance. The fiance felt the TV speakers just weren't doing her shows justice. But now, she can now watch her Gossip Girls and Desperate Housewives in the bedroom while I jam out in my man cave.
    What is the supplemented subwoofer for the fiance's set-up? You know, at that price that could be interesting as my original idea was to modify as a center and have 1 above and 1 below the PJ screen. At that price, the appeal is greater. Just too bad Canadians can not order on from Polk ebay store.
    shawn474 wrote: »
    I hae installed both for family members. The 50 blows the 42 out of the water in every respect. Thats not to say the 42 is bad - it isn't at all. Its just the 50 is much better. YMMV
    Gosh, stop, stop, stop... I got to stop spending money on AV gadgets :frown:

    Goodness Mark get this thing sold ASAP so I can forget about it!
    DARE TO SOAR:
    “Your attitude, almost always determine your altitude in life” ;)
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  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    edited December 2010
    i believe that whatever stuff you have...there's something out there that's better...so, enjoy what you have or fall victim, happily or otherwise to "UPGRADEITIS"....:eek:

    of course YMMV

    mike
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  • cincycat13
    cincycat13 Posts: 887
    edited December 2010
    PM sent.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    *SOLD* thanks Jeff. PM sent back.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited December 2010
    Congratulations Jeff/cincycat13 :cool:
    DARE TO SOAR:
    “Your attitude, almost always determine your altitude in life” ;)
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  • cincycat13
    cincycat13 Posts: 887
    edited December 2010
    Thanks TECHNOKID...I only bought it to help you avoid it:biggrin: Seriously though, should be fun to play with. I heard a smaller one at Ricardo's about a year ago that was being passed around and it sounded decent.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    Cincy - The SB will ship tomorrow, automated email on the way.....send me you phone number for my records please.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • cincycat13
    cincycat13 Posts: 887
    edited December 2010
    I'll send you a pm with info. If I pp an extra 5 spot is it too late to get you to autograph gold sharpie style on the back so I can market it as a collectable?:biggrin: j/k
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    cincycat13 wrote: »
    I'll send you a pm with info. If I pp an extra 5 spot is it too late to get you to autograph gold sharpie style on the back so I can market it as a collectable?:biggrin: j/k

    I'd autograph it but it would probably devalue it, instead of make it collectable. I always give autographs at Polkfest, although Ricardo is the only one to actually accept one.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,349
    edited December 2010
    I heard Ricardo used the last one to use for a tattoo on his lower back..






    J/K !!!!!!
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    Even Ricardo wouldn't lower himself to tramp stamp my name there....now other places, well, let's just say we have a special arrangement.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,349
    edited December 2010
    lol...
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

    Cary SLP-05/Ultimate Upgrade.
    Cary SA-500.1 ES Amps
    Cary DMS 800PV Network
    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
    VPI Scout TT / Dynavector 20x2
    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

    MIT Shotgun 3 cables throughout / Except TT, and PC’s
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2010
    Shipped.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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