Modded LSi9's (Left, Right, "center") $1,100

mystik610
mystik610 Posts: 699
edited July 2012 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
I'm rather reluctantly putting my recently modded LSi9's for sale (Left, Right, plus a single LSi9 used as a center speaker). Mods were performed by VR3, who has done a lot of quality work for people here.

My original intention was to keep the LSi9's in our living-room (paradigm studios are going to a dedicated media room), but the wife wants in-walls in the living-room instead. Given that I have free-range in the media room, I obliged. Plus I have a small child and hyper-active dog, and could never get them set-up on a proper set of stands.

Hands-down these are among the best musical bookshelves I've had a chance to get my ears on (and I've been auditioning a lot lately), and a better musical speaker than the Paradigm Studio 60's currently sharing my residence.

The left and right speakers are in ebony, the center is in cherry. There are faint hairline scratches/swirl marks in the black piano finish of the speakers. This is a rather normal occurrence for the LSi's, and could probably be buffed out. The right speaker has a rather deep scratch in the bottom of one of the wood panels, but it really can't be seen when the speaker is set right-side up. There are a few other small scratches on the side panels that aren't readily visible unless you look for them. I've posted pictures of the cosmetic defects below (mind you these were taken up close, with a DSLR). Center speaker is missing the grill, though one can easily be ordered from Polk (I never used the grills).

Asking $1,100 + shipping for the set, which after the $575 spent on the x-over upgrades, amounts to $525 for a set of 3 LSi9's, or $175 a speaker. Given that a single modded LSi9 would probably be a hard sell at a price that makes sense, I'm not willing to split these up.....unless I happen to sell the single LSi9 'center' speaker beforehand.

The Left and Right speaker will ship in the original box. I'll pay the cost of shipping materials for the 'center' speaker.

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IMG_6540 by Carlo Alcala, on Flickr

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IMG_9686 by Carlo Alcala, on Flickr

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IMG_9691 by Carlo Alcala, on Flickr
My System Showcase!

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Paradigm Studio 60 - Paradigm CC-690 - Paradigm ADP-390 - Epik Empire - Anthem MRX300 - Emotiva XPA-5

Living-room
Paradigm MilleniaOne - Rythmik F12GSE - Onkyo TX-SR805 - Adcom 5400

Headphones
Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear - Shure SE215 - Fiio E18 Kunlun
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,797
    edited July 2012
    I sent you an email
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • blairfrischx
    blairfrischx Posts: 259
    edited July 2012
    Man, where were you a month ago? Good luck with the sale.
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited July 2012
    PM sent on the single LSi9
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    polkaudio Fully Modded SDA SRS 1.2TLs + Dreadnaught, LSiM706c, 4 X Polk Surrounds + 4 X ATMOS, SVS PB13 Ultra X 2, Pass Labs X1, Marantz 7704, Bob Carver Crimson Beauty 350 Tube Mono Blocks, Carver Sunfire Signature Cinema Grande 400x5, ADCOM GFA 7807, Panasonic UB420, Moon 380D DAC, EPSON Pro Cinema 6050
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,797
    edited July 2012
    Just wanted to give folks a run down on the specs of the crossovers

    Tweeter Network -
    Sonicap/Clarity Cap SA
    Clarity Cap PX
    Mills MRC50

    Midbass Network -
    Clarity Cap PX
    Bennic Electrolytic bypassed by Clarity Cap ESA
    Mundorf Resistors

    Point to Point wiring
    Fortress plates
    Upgraded binding post

    I will also extend the 10 years warranty I gave Carlo to the next owner -
    http://vr3mods.com/Warranty.html

    Buy with confidence, he is a great guy!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited July 2012
    I would be interested in the ebony pair if dpowell gets the center.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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  • punk-roc
    punk-roc Posts: 1,150
    edited July 2012
    I'd also be interested in the ebony pair if the center get's sold and ESavinon passes..

    Jason
    2-Channel - So far...
    Pre: Dodd ELP
    DAC: W4S-Dac2
    Source(s): Computer and Denon 2910
    Amp: Parasound HCA-1200II
    Speakers: LSi9s - Vr3 Fortress Mod
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  • mystik610
    mystik610 Posts: 699
    edited July 2012
    Center is sold. Esavinon is second in line for the left and rights, punk-roc is third
    My System Showcase!

    Media Room
    Paradigm Studio 60 - Paradigm CC-690 - Paradigm ADP-390 - Epik Empire - Anthem MRX300 - Emotiva XPA-5

    Living-room
    Paradigm MilleniaOne - Rythmik F12GSE - Onkyo TX-SR805 - Adcom 5400

    Headphones
    Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear - Shure SE215 - Fiio E18 Kunlun
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  • VTO888
    VTO888 Posts: 72
    edited July 2012
    Count me in if the third falls through.
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  • mystik610
    mystik610 Posts: 699
    edited July 2012
    First buyer on LSi9 left and rights did not go through.

    Esavinon is first in line

    Punk-roc is second

    VTO888 is third

    Looking for $750
    My System Showcase!

    Media Room
    Paradigm Studio 60 - Paradigm CC-690 - Paradigm ADP-390 - Epik Empire - Anthem MRX300 - Emotiva XPA-5

    Living-room
    Paradigm MilleniaOne - Rythmik F12GSE - Onkyo TX-SR805 - Adcom 5400

    Headphones
    Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear - Shure SE215 - Fiio E18 Kunlun
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited July 2012
    Pm sent.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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  • mystik610
    mystik610 Posts: 699
    edited July 2012
    replied
    My System Showcase!

    Media Room
    Paradigm Studio 60 - Paradigm CC-690 - Paradigm ADP-390 - Epik Empire - Anthem MRX300 - Emotiva XPA-5

    Living-room
    Paradigm MilleniaOne - Rythmik F12GSE - Onkyo TX-SR805 - Adcom 5400

    Headphones
    Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear - Shure SE215 - Fiio E18 Kunlun
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  • mystik610
    mystik610 Posts: 699
    edited July 2012
    Left and Right Speakers sold!
    My System Showcase!

    Media Room
    Paradigm Studio 60 - Paradigm CC-690 - Paradigm ADP-390 - Epik Empire - Anthem MRX300 - Emotiva XPA-5

    Living-room
    Paradigm MilleniaOne - Rythmik F12GSE - Onkyo TX-SR805 - Adcom 5400

    Headphones
    Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear - Shure SE215 - Fiio E18 Kunlun
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  • punk-roc
    punk-roc Posts: 1,150
    edited July 2012
    congrats ESavinon!
    2-Channel - So far...
    Pre: Dodd ELP
    DAC: W4S-Dac2
    Source(s): Computer and Denon 2910
    Amp: Parasound HCA-1200II
    Speakers: LSi9s - Vr3 Fortress Mod
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,797
    edited July 2012
    The new owners please send me your thoughts!! :)

    Enjoy!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VTO888
    VTO888 Posts: 72
    edited July 2012
    Too late. Nice pickup!
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited July 2012
    Modded LSi9's are sweet sounding speakers. CAn't wait to try the one out as a center.
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    polkaudio Fully Modded SDA SRS 1.2TLs + Dreadnaught, LSiM706c, 4 X Polk Surrounds + 4 X ATMOS, SVS PB13 Ultra X 2, Pass Labs X1, Marantz 7704, Bob Carver Crimson Beauty 350 Tube Mono Blocks, Carver Sunfire Signature Cinema Grande 400x5, ADCOM GFA 7807, Panasonic UB420, Moon 380D DAC, EPSON Pro Cinema 6050
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited July 2012
    Hi Carlo, please clean out your inbox and send me a PM. Unfortunately the speaker arrived damaged and need to see if you can file a claim with UPS.
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    polkaudio Fully Modded SDA SRS 1.2TLs + Dreadnaught, LSiM706c, 4 X Polk Surrounds + 4 X ATMOS, SVS PB13 Ultra X 2, Pass Labs X1, Marantz 7704, Bob Carver Crimson Beauty 350 Tube Mono Blocks, Carver Sunfire Signature Cinema Grande 400x5, ADCOM GFA 7807, Panasonic UB420, Moon 380D DAC, EPSON Pro Cinema 6050
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited July 2012
    Friendly reminder bump. Carlo, give me a shout when you get this.
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    polkaudio Fully Modded SDA SRS 1.2TLs + Dreadnaught, LSiM706c, 4 X Polk Surrounds + 4 X ATMOS, SVS PB13 Ultra X 2, Pass Labs X1, Marantz 7704, Bob Carver Crimson Beauty 350 Tube Mono Blocks, Carver Sunfire Signature Cinema Grande 400x5, ADCOM GFA 7807, Panasonic UB420, Moon 380D DAC, EPSON Pro Cinema 6050
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,797
    edited July 2012
    What happened to the speaker? Just curious
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • mystik610
    mystik610 Posts: 699
    edited July 2012
    dpowell wrote: »
    Friendly reminder bump. Carlo, give me a shout when you get this.

    Sorry for the late response. Had not had a chance to check the forum till now. Shoot me the details and I'll take care of it. PM box should work now
    My System Showcase!

    Media Room
    Paradigm Studio 60 - Paradigm CC-690 - Paradigm ADP-390 - Epik Empire - Anthem MRX300 - Emotiva XPA-5

    Living-room
    Paradigm MilleniaOne - Rythmik F12GSE - Onkyo TX-SR805 - Adcom 5400

    Headphones
    Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear - Shure SE215 - Fiio E18 Kunlun
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