SDA 1Cs

Paden501
Paden501 Posts: 286
edited November 2011 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
Hey all,

I'm finally ready to part with my 1Cs. I've owned them for about 3 years. They're in nearly perfect condition. The only flaw is a small coffee ring on one of the caps (see photo).

They have the original SL2000 tweeters, upgraded crossovers with mills resistors and Clarity Cap capacitors.

All of the drivers are original and in great shape.

I have the original pin/blade interconnect cable and the original cardboard boxes for shipping.

Also, they're not shown in the photos but the grills are all in perfect condition.

You can read all about the crossover mod here:
http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91686&highlight=paden501

I'd like to get $500 for these. They really are in VERY good condition.

Local pickup in Pittsburgh is preferred. I'm open to shipping at the buyer's cost (AND RISK!!)

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I also have a Carver C-1 preamp for sale in a seperate thread here:
http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=123854

Thanks for looking!
~Matt

My System

Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
Preamp: B&K Reference 20
CD: Jolida JD100a
L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
TV: Sony 52" XBR9
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  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited September 2011
    Anybody interested? (Bump)
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited September 2011
    Those look very nice.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited September 2011
    Very nice, you will be sorry when you lose them. I've heard there are many ways to eliminate that water ring. Check it out first but I believe it was something like baking soda and water spread over the blemish for a few minutes then wipe off. Not totally sure so look it up first before trying. The 1C's are a very awesome speaker. Best of luck!
    Vinyl, the final frontier...

    Avantgarde horns, 300b tubes, thats the kinda crap I want... :D
  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited September 2011
    I'd just hardwood them and scoff at those that think you live in the West Indies for warpage....unless you do actually live in high humidity, then listen to those dudes. I've done 6 pairs in hardwood variations with no complaints but that doesn't discount the idea. Do what you want, I don't care.

    It's probably the best SDA of the smaller series, bar none. I've owned a couple and their wanna be bigger brothers.

    SDA is in this order....SDA CRS+, SDA1C(No Studios ****), SDA SRS 2, SDA 2.3TL. You can giggle about some other models but that's where I've actually heard real magic.
    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.
  • WGDB
    WGDB Posts: 162
    edited September 2011
    Nice.... wish you were closer. GLWTS
    Pioneer Elite SC-35, Polk RTA (Real Time Array) 12's,
    Polk Monitor 40 surrounds, Polk CSiA4 Center,
    Polk PSW125, Sharp LC-46D62U,
    Panasonic DMP-BD85, Harmony One,
    iMac streaming an Apple TVII, or Squeezebox Touch
    Bedroom Rig~Sony STRDG-920, Polk Monitor 60 fronts, Polk RM6750 Satellites and Sub, Panasonic DMP-BD85
    Rabbit Hole Rig~Yamaha CA1010, Yamaha CT1010, Polk SDA 2A's, Teac A1500 R2R
  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited September 2011
    That's an interesting list, Doro. It also seems to correspond to a lot of what I've read by 'owners' of those very models? Hmmmmmmm!

    In any case, the 1Cs above are primo at a good price. If I were closer, I'd be on them. But Pittsburgh is even far from where I used to live in the Lehigh Valley, many years ago.

    Plus, currently, my SDA 2Bs live in the closet because I just don't have enough 'space' for that darned SDA effect! So for now...it's some other 'vintage' Kloss speakers on the floor down there--in the basement, that is.

    Good Luck with the sale!

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited September 2011
    Thanks for the comments all. The ring mark isn't nearly as noticeable in person as it is in the photo.

    The speakers are still available.

    Here's a photo of them with the grills installed:

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    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited September 2011
    Still for sale.
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • nspindel
    nspindel Posts: 5,343
    edited September 2011
    Just a plug for your sale - I've got the same speakers. They are fantastic. The buyer of these will not be upset.
    Good music, a good source, and good power can make SDA's sing. Tubes make them dance.
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited September 2011
    Thanks nspindel. I've enjoyed these speakers for about 3 years, and I'd like them to go to someone who's going to enjoy them just as much.
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • CNWDI
    CNWDI Posts: 91
    edited September 2011
    Will someone please buy these before I feel compelled to drive to Pittsburgh and buy them? $500 for the speakers with crossovers already redone...argh...I feel a road trip coming...
    Current polk speakers:
    Family room 5.1: TC265i R/L, VM10 Center, RC65i surrounds (couldn't match the TCs)
    Basement non-dedicated 7.1 HT: SDA-CRS+ R/L, 255c-LS Center, LSiFX surrounds, RC80i in-ceiling rear surround, plus Wharfedale 12" sub (some day I'll get around to building 15" F-20 sub).
  • turbomustang84
    turbomustang84 Posts: 16
    edited September 2011
    well see what shipping would be to 87105 and we might work something out
  • salukixr4ti
    salukixr4ti Posts: 5
    edited September 2011
    Wasn't sure if you'd been busy, but I tried contacting you about the C-1 pre-amp you have for sale on the forum. Contact info. is posted there. The C-1 is the last piece of the puzzle I need to hook up my new system...
  • evhudsons
    evhudsons Posts: 1,175
    edited September 2011
    Nice list Doro, so far from my bare Sda experience you are spot on. I'm with Nspindle, I'd like to see you get them to a happy home. Double bump
    Polk Audio SDA CRS+ crossover 4.1TL by Trey/VR3 (Rings and custom stand by Larry)-Polk Audio SDA SRS2 crossovers by Trey/VR3Parasound HCA1500aYamaha rxa-3070 with musicast-Celestion SL6S presence,- sl9 surround backNHTsuper1's surroundMagnepan SMGParasound 1500pre- Sofia "Baby" tube amp - Monitor Audio Silver RX2 Marantz 2230/B&Kst140Technics 1200mk2 Gamertag: IslandBerserker I am but a infinitesimally small point meeting the line of infinity in the SDA universe
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited September 2011
    Wasn't sure if you'd been busy, but I tried contacting you about the C-1 pre-amp you have for sale on the forum. Contact info. is posted there. The C-1 is the last piece of the puzzle I need to hook up my new system...


    Sorry Christophe, I completely missed your post somehow. I'll call you tomorrow or Sunday. Thanks.
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited September 2011
    well see what shipping would be to 87105 and we might work something out


    No sale to Turbo. These are still available.

    CNWDI!!! You know you wan to make the trip! These are soooo worth it. My offer to meet you somewhere in-between still applies!
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited September 2011
    The Carver C-1 is sold,

    But the SDA 1C's are still available!
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Roger5150
    Roger5150 Posts: 15
    edited September 2011
    Did you get my email from the craigslist posting?
    I can barely see the road from the heat comin off it
  • Roger5150
    Roger5150 Posts: 15
    edited October 2011
    Are these still for sale?
    I can barely see the road from the heat comin off it
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited October 2011
    Hi Roger. The speakers are for sale still. I just got your email yesterday, but nothing from you on Sept 29 or earlier. Not sure why.

    Unfortunately, I am out of town for a while. Send me a PM or email though and maybe we can work something out. I have family in town still who could handle the sale or whatever if you're interested.

    Thanks,
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • kn505
    kn505 Posts: 380
    edited October 2011
    Those are beautiful speakers at a great price! I wish I was closer to you.
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited October 2011
    All,

    I am out of the country for about 3 weeks (until the end of October) so I'm going to suspend this sale. I do have a wife and other family at home so if anybody local wants to audition the speakers, send me a PM and we can work something out. But, realistically it will be difficult to continue the sale until I return.

    Thanks,
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Michael8it
    Michael8it Posts: 192
    edited October 2011
    Wish I could - definitely not in the budget though.
    Carver C-1, M-500 MKII, Yamaha HTR-5835, Polk RTA 12BM's (M-for mod'd).
  • gmcman
    gmcman Posts: 1,815
    edited October 2011
  • Twowheeldemon
    Twowheeldemon Posts: 22
    edited October 2011
    Great speaker! just about the perfect sda speaker imo.
    Infinity kappa 8
    ps audio 4.6
    yamaha cdx 1100rs
    yamaha pc2002m
    Home built class d amp putting out 120/channel
    sony gx90es
    jolida jd302b
    Klipsch forte
  • maandjojo
    maandjojo Posts: 293
    edited October 2011
    Pm sent.

    Joe
    Joe
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited October 2011
    Hey all. I'm back in town and still looking for a buyer for these SDAs
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited October 2011
    These are still available.
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited November 2011
    Bumpity.... Still for sale.
    ~Matt

    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
  • lanion
    lanion Posts: 843
    edited November 2011
    Im in DC and would take them...
    My Iron Man training/charity blog.

    HT:
    32" Sharp LCD. H/K dpr 1001 to Outlaw Audio 7900 to Polk LSi + Paradigm Studio center. Hsu DualDrive ULS-15. PS3/Wii. Outlaw 7900.