Eastern PA polkies

Pycroft
Pycroft Posts: 1,960
edited January 2011 in The Clubhouse
Hi all...

I recently moved from Southern NJ to the Lehigh Valley PA. I am living in Bethlehem, looking for a permanent place (probably around Nazareth) within the next year or so. I always had my South Jersey connection (Hi George). Anytime some gear came around that was local, I'd contact the locals and see if they were interested, and vice versa. I was wondering who may be near, so we could share the local deals, and offer support, etc. to the local polkies. Thanks, and have a nice, snowy day (In the Lehigh Valley, at least).

James
2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited January 2011
    Good luck Pennsy Boy.
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  • TNRabbit
    TNRabbit Posts: 2,168
    edited January 2011
    Check here: http://vintagehifipgh.com/forum/index.php
    TNRabbit
    NO Polk Audio Equipment :eek:
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2011
    Thanks George...I need it. The new job is going well, and had a nice holiday.

    TNRabbit... That website seems to be the Pittsburgh area which I believe is about a 6 hour drive. I was hoping to connect with some polk forum members that were a bit closer. :) I also know, sometimes information isn't updated, so looking at the location in yoru profile may not be correct. Mine still says South Jersey (About to fix it) :)

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,809
    edited January 2011
    I live no where near you so I can be of no use whatsoever.

    Ah hell, you probably like it that way!
    Expert Moron Extraordinaire

    You're just jealous 'cause the voices don't talk to you!
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  • muncybob
    muncybob Posts: 3,039
    edited January 2011
    Well, welcome to PA! While I like to look at deals it's rare I actually get a chance to take advantage of them. But if I see anything available I'll let you know....if you want to make the 2 hr drive.
    We are in your neck of the woods each August for Music Fest...nothing like walking around with a beer, munchng out and listening to free music all day! :)
    Yep, my name really is Bob.
    Parasound HCA1500A(indoor sound) and HCA1000(outdoor sound), Dynaco PAS4, Denon DP1200 w/Shure V15 Type V and Jico SAS stylus, Marantz UD7007, Polk L600, Rythmik L12 sub.
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  • DaveHo
    DaveHo Posts: 3,500
    edited January 2011
    I'm down just outside of Reading. Unfortunately, this immediate area seems to be a nuclear wasteland when it comes to good audio deals. Which might be a good thing considering I don't have much play money these days anyway. I'll let you know if anything interesting comes up.

    -Dave
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  • mmadden28
    mmadden28 Posts: 4,283
    edited January 2011
    I'm still fairly close to you--about an hour drive.

    Welcome to PA. :cool:
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2011
    I'm a musicfest pro - but never pay the money for the elite concerts. You're right - good food (not cheap though) good music, etc. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law lived in an apartment in Bethlehem right on the main road. They always complained because they had the 'new-age' music with pan flutes and stuff played like 18 hours a day. They hated it :)

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • mmadden28
    mmadden28 Posts: 4,283
    edited January 2011
    Also looks like Bluecomet is just over an hour north of you and if I recall CNH has family in the same area.
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    2-chnl : Pio DV-46AV (SACD), Dodd ELP, Emotiva XPA-1s, XPA-2, Odyssey Khartago, LSi9, SDA-SRS 2 :cool:, SB Duet, MSB & Monarchy DACs, Yamaha PX3 TT, SAE Tuner...
    Pool: Atrium 60's/45's
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  • jimmydep
    jimmydep Posts: 1,305
    edited January 2011
    NJ's loss is PA's gain, at least you got out of NJ before they locked the doors.

    I know Dan (Mantis) is in the Philly area.
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    edited January 2011
    Hey - I've actually located a couple things I'd like to buy in that area, but am having difficulty arranging pick-up times. Any chance someone can help me out?
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2011
    Big Dawg -

    Link it to me in a PM. I live in a dinky little apartment, but if it's not too big, I have no problems holding onto some stuff for you.

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • muncybob
    muncybob Posts: 3,039
    edited January 2011
    Big Dawg wrote: »
    Hey - I've actually located a couple things I'd like to buy in that area, but am having difficulty arranging pick-up times. Any chance someone can help me out?

    I have plenty of storage space if it's more out my way......
    Yep, my name really is Bob.
    Parasound HCA1500A(indoor sound) and HCA1000(outdoor sound), Dynaco PAS4, Denon DP1200 w/Shure V15 Type V and Jico SAS stylus, Marantz UD7007, Polk L600, Rythmik L12 sub.
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  • mmadden28
    mmadden28 Posts: 4,283
    edited January 2011
    Big Dawg, if Pycroft is able to handle pickup from the seller and what not, if too big for his place, or if more convenient for you (I might be closer to you not sure), I can pick up stuff from Pycroft and hold for you until pickup can be arranged as well. So kind of a Polkie Express :)- (or what's the term?)

    *EDIT*
    Or if closer to me and I can swing it (lots of kid activities after work lately), I can pick up from the seller as well.
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    HT:Onkyo 805, Emotiva XPA-5, Mitsu 52" 1080p DLP / polkaudio RTi12, CSIa6, FXi3, uPro4K
    2-chnl : Pio DV-46AV (SACD), Dodd ELP, Emotiva XPA-1s, XPA-2, Odyssey Khartago, LSi9, SDA-SRS 2 :cool:, SB Duet, MSB & Monarchy DACs, Yamaha PX3 TT, SAE Tuner...
    Pool: Atrium 60's/45's
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2011
    Isn't there a movie called Pokie Express? :)

    (tee hee).

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    edited January 2011
    mmadden28 wrote: »
    Big Dawg, if Pycroft is able to handle pickup from the seller and what not, if too big for his place, or if more convenient for you (I might be closer to you not sure), I can pick up stuff from Pycroft and hold for you until pickup can be arranged as well. So kind of a Polkie Express :)- (or what's the term?)

    *EDIT*
    Or if closer to me and I can swing it (lots of kid activities after work lately), I can pick up from the seller as well.

    That's an awesome offer. Pycroft is currently picking something up for me. I may try this Polkie Express thing out (will I need to shave my armpits so that I can fight better?).
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited January 2011
    mmadden28 wrote: »
    Also looks like Bluecomet is just over an hour north of you and if I recall CNH has family in the same area.

    That's right Mike. My sister is in the Scranton area not to far from Bluecomet. And we both have our parents house in Easton under renovation...may sell or rent. I haven't run that by James because I don't think this would be his cup of tea? And I don't know if my sister has rented yet.

    That's a nice offer by James. Since I'm up about 500 miles from there, I do occasionally swing south and could deliver smaller items on the route from here to Eastern, Pa. The problem is that I can't predict when I'm coming down...probably mostly during the winter and summer breaks. I'd be happy to pick something up that fits in the old car if the opportunity presents itself.

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    edited January 2011
    I'm up close to MuncyBob, but not quite as far. Berwick, PA. Welcome to the state!
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