Polk SDA-SRS for sale local pickup in Northern Virginia $1100

Emlyn
Emlyn Posts: 4,536
edited January 2012 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
I've moved recently and have decided to pare down the gear I have and then try something new. I'm the second owner of these and have enjoyed them for the last several years. Serial numbers are 3292 and 4083. Come complete with new replacement RDO tweeters and SDA blade-blade cable. I also have a complete set of Larry's driver mounting rings and new crossover face plates that I haven't got around to installing. Will also include an unused set of compatible speaker spikes from Meniscus Audio.

The speakers are very clean with no rips in the fabric or scratches, dings, or cracks in the wood and have always been run with good amplification by me and the previous owner. On the Audiogon scale I'd rate them an 8 out of 10 cosmetically since they are around 25 years old. As is common with original SDA-SRS speakers, the original anodized crossover faceplate faded over time on one of the speakers but not the other. If you choose to, you can take the speakers to a higher level by updating the crossover components with higher quality than originally used, and doing some other tweaks. I've been happy with them in their original state, apart from replacing the driver mounting screws with brass ones shortly after I got the speakers.

Asking price is $1100, local pickup only at my place in Springfield, VA. Payment by cash or Paypal. These will not be shipped anywhere. I can help you load them up for safe travel if you have a full size SUV, van, or truck. As you probably know, each speaker weighs around 185 lbs. They'll go to Ebay next weekend if they haven't sold here.

If you are interested, please post here first and send me a private message. Thanks.
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  • musky1963
    musky1963 Posts: 275
    edited November 2011
    Hi, I have recently been looking for a set. I posted in the WTB ads as well. I am near Erie, PA. That is the biggest issue for me as it is
    about 350 miles from you. Pittsburgh would be a good meetup place if you head up that way. Could you email me some pics at musky1963@adelphia.net > Thanks, Jeff
    Jeff
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  • musky1963
    musky1963 Posts: 275
    edited November 2011
    I forgot to mention that I have a few sets of Unity Audio speakers. Both the Fountainheads and the Signature Ones. They are the best 2 speakers that they made. They are very rare to see for sale. :wink:
    Jeff
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  • Emlyn
    Emlyn Posts: 4,536
    edited November 2011
    Hi Jeff. I'm only selling these on a "come and get 'em" basis.
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  • musky1963
    musky1963 Posts: 275
    edited November 2011
    Pics would be great!
    Jeff
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    edited November 2011
    I got the cash, just don't have the means to get there and pick them up!! I'd LOVE to have these guys!
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  • Emlyn
    Emlyn Posts: 4,536
    edited November 2011
    Took some photos this morning. I did notice a small snag in the fabric near the bottom of the right speaker cover.

    With tweeter upgrades, new crossover plates, and Larry's rings for midwoofers, passive radiators, and tweeters ready for you to install, you're already looking at around $500+ better than other SDA-SRS models you may see elsewhere! :smile: Note: spot on third photo was dust on my camera lens.

    Left Open.jpg
    Left Grille.jpg
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    Right Open.jpg
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  • falconcry72
    falconcry72 Posts: 3,580
    edited November 2011
    Mark, these look great. They will make somebody very happy.

    GLWTS!:biggrin:
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  • Polkersince85
    Polkersince85 Posts: 2,883
    edited November 2011
    They rent pickups and vans for not a whole lot of money. Makes getting a great deal on a nice set of SDAs easy.
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  • SDA1C
    SDA1C Posts: 2,072
    edited November 2011
    Awww Hell! I was in Mineral last rod change! Damn it if I couldn't have made a better offer! GLWTS

    1C
    Too much **** to list....
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    edited November 2011
    SDA1C wrote: »
    Awww Hell! I was in Mineral last rod change! Damn it if I couldn't have made a better offer! GLWTS

    1C

    I'm seriously considering it! I wouldn't know until Tuesday if I can actually get the time away to come get them. Working 12 hr days, 7 days a week. Work at Ford and we totally gutted out plant and are under the gun to get everything finished soon so production can start back. Would have to take a weekend off...the wheels are turning!
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    edited November 2011
    Wrong quote, considering renting a van.
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  • schwarcw
    schwarcw Posts: 7,341
    edited November 2011
    Emlyn is a first class Polk member. I've made several transactions. Buy with confidence!

    Good luck with the sale! These are great speakers at a fantastic price.
    Carl

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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,869
    edited November 2011
    I concur with Carl, Mark is a good guy to deal with.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • fjross
    fjross Posts: 183
    edited November 2011
    Mark, would it be possible to pm me with some contact info so we could speak regarding the 1.2's, Unfortunatly, I don't have enough post to pm you.

    Thanks David
    Mcintosh MC-501 mono blocks
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  • Emlyn
    Emlyn Posts: 4,536
    edited November 2011
    Hi David. The speakers are original SDA-SRS's, not 1.2's or 1.2TL's.

    PM sent.
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  • Middle Age
    Middle Age Posts: 12
    edited January 2012
    I am making a trip through northern VA at the end of this month if they are still for sale I'll give them a look.:question:
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  • Emlyn
    Emlyn Posts: 4,536
    edited January 2012
    Sorry, the speakers are gone.
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  • Loud &amp; Clear
    Loud &amp; Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    Those look lovely. Congrats to the new owner.

    Two Channel Setup:

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    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
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