Found two complete Polk systems for sale... best value/performance?

codycr6
codycr6 Posts: 19
edited December 2011 in Speakers
I wasn't really looking to buy another complete system, and may not be able to justify the more expensive of the two, but here are the two systems I just found locally:

(4) M20's and a CSM, the grill is missing from the CSM, all for $150!

(2) TSi100's, (2) TSi 300's, and a CS10, all for $330.

I am just hoping to finish one system with a pair of Model 10 Series II for fronts, a pair of early Model 4.6's for the rear, and possibly a CC350 for center. That is in a smaller, very intimate living room. Also has a Proficient dual 8 inch subwoofer powered by 250 watts, very nice subwoofer. I still need to upgrade the receiver there.

Second system would go in my larger den, currently split time between a full set of small Mirage speakers or a full Dayton Audio bookshelf setup, either with an infinite baffle subwoofer (dual 15's on 700 watts).

Advice on this? Deal ends Saturday, I believe!
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  • codycr6
    codycr6 Posts: 19
    edited December 2011
    No one has any thoughts on this?
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  • gudnoyez
    gudnoyez Posts: 8,132
    edited December 2011
    the Tsi'100s and 300's with that cs10 center sounds like a deal, I,ve never heard the M20's so I cant comment on your first option.
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  • HTguru1982
    HTguru1982 Posts: 1,066
    edited December 2011
    Go with the TSi's.
    Display: Sony 42" LCD
    Sources: Harman Kardon DVD-27,
    Panasonic DMP-BDT110 blu ray player
    AVR: Sony STR-DA2400ES
    Amps: Sonance Sonamp 260(fronts),
    Kenwood KM-894(surrounds)
    Fronts: NHT 2.5
    Center: NHT VS-1.2A
    Surrounds: NHT Super One
    Subwoofer: SVS PB10-ISD
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  • larry777
    larry777 Posts: 480
    edited December 2011
    I would also go with the TSi series.
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  • codycr6
    codycr6 Posts: 19
    edited December 2011
    Not going to be able to get by there today because of working the holiday, but I may check with them the first of the week. The M20 package would be easy to afford... the TSi's will be a little more of a stretch. Is the difference in performance worth over twice the cost? I know it is a great deal either way!
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  • jimbo1421
    jimbo1421 Posts: 772
    edited December 2011
    Keep an eye on Polk Audio Direct (http://stores.ebay.com/Polk-Audio-Direct) where Polk sells their refurbished speakers. This can give you an idea on relative pricing for used speakers. I don't think I would pay more than half of the refurbished price for used speakers, especially since the warranty is probably not transferable.

    Jim
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  • codycr6
    codycr6 Posts: 19
    edited December 2011
    I believe both of these systems are priced well, just hard to figure whether I can up the ante to cover the more expensive system.
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