Polk RT System

dracoskeeper
dracoskeeper Posts: 142
edited December 2012 in Vintage Speakers
Do these belong to a Polkie? http://www.ebay.com/itm/POLK-AUDIO-RT-5000-5-speaker-surround-sound-CS1000p-RT3000p-f-x1000-manual-incl-/170950328259?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item27cd6effc3
If not they should. I would love to hear these modded/upgraded and see how they compare to the big SDA's.
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  • bobsauto49
    bobsauto49 Posts: 973
    edited December 2012
    Those are gorgeous!
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  • seabeerob213
    seabeerob213 Posts: 1,843
    edited December 2012
    yes those are polks, look at the vintage speakers ppage,
    2 Channel(work in progress):DAC: Schiit modi 2 uberAmp:Parasound 1200 MK IISub:RBH 1010-SEP Speakers: Monitor 5A peerlesscurrently running some krk rokit 3g since the HK pre outs died and i need to start breaking everything down to move in a couple monthsHeadphones:Source: tidalDAC: schiit modius epre: schiit sysAmp: AQ dragonfly black/ schiit magni2 Cans: Velodyne V-True, Grado SR225i, sennheiser x drop gaming headsetPC:DAC: schiit modius e(over spdif)pre: schiit sysspeakers: prenous eris 5 xtSub: Earthquake Sound MiniMe-P63most of my comments are passing on of info, im a noob, im just trying to help how i can, if im wrong or out of place to comment, dont hesitate to let me know :)"WITH WILLING HEARTS AND SKILLFUL HANDS, THE DIFFICULT WE DO AT ONCE, THE IMPOSSIBLE TAKES A BIT LONGER, WITH COMPASSION FOR OTHERS. WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"Seabee Memorial, Arlington, VA
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  • cincycat13
    cincycat13 Posts: 882
    edited December 2012
    I just carried a set to my basement and put some modded lsi9's in place for a change. The powered subs make them a totally different sound than the SDA. Very fun for home theater bass tho!
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,561
    edited December 2012
    seabeerob213 wrote: »
    yes those are polks, look at the vintage speakers ppage,

    He asked if they belonged to a Polkie, not if the speakers were a Polk product.
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  • jtshaw43
    jtshaw43 Posts: 161
    edited December 2012
    This system was listed on e bay a couple months ago. And if i can remember correctly. It sold for around $1500- $1700. I wonder why it's up for sale again. Guess the seller or whoever won the bid had a change of heart. ( or did'nt have the $$$$ for freight)....
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  • B Run
    B Run Posts: 1,888
    edited December 2012
    Just found this thread, i've been emailing the seller discussing a possible trade since he's only a few hours from me. It would be straight up for my Rti12's, Csi5 and Fxi3's. Does anyone have any input on it or advice? I've always wanted to own a complete 5000 set, and we're still discussing details and if it will even happen but I could really use some input on if it's a good trade. Thanks!
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited December 2012
    B Run wrote: »
    Just found this thread, i've been emailing the seller discussing a possible trade since he's only a few hours from me. It would be straight up for my Rti12's, Csi5 and Fxi3's. Does anyone have any input on it or advice? I've always wanted to own a complete 5000 set, and we're still discussing details and if it will even happen but I could really use some input on if it's a good trade. Thanks!

    I would PM DSkip. I think hes run a RT setup at one point and might be able to give you some thoughts on em.
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  • B Run
    B Run Posts: 1,888
    edited December 2012
    Will do, thanks!
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  • tonyb
    tonyb Posts: 32,965
    edited December 2012
    I'll give my input as a former owner of said system. I wouldn't. Why ? While it is a nice system, don't expect to be blown away over what you have now. The 12's are every bit as good if not better in some areas. Plus those built in amps on the 3000p's, good luck finding replacements, not available anymore and they are at the age of going south if they haven't already. Just my .02
    HT SYSTEM-
    Sony 850c 4k
    Pioneer elite vhx 21
    Sony 4k BRP
    SVS SB-2000
    Polk Sig. 20's
    Polk FX500 surrounds

    Cables-
    Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
    Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
    Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
    Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable

    Kitchen

    Sonos zp90
    Grant Fidelity tube dac
    B&k 1420
    lsi 9's
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  • B Run
    B Run Posts: 1,888
    edited December 2012
    tonyb wrote: »
    I'll give my input as a former owner of said system. I wouldn't. Why ? While it is a nice system, don't expect to be blown away over what you have now. The 12's are every bit as good if not better in some areas. Plus those built in amps on the 3000p's, good luck finding replacements, not available anymore and they are at the age of going south if they haven't already. Just my .02

    Thanks for the input, the amps were my #1 concern with them given the age of the set. They're also 3.5 hours away so i'd be a long wasted day if I got there and didn't like them. I'm happy with my Rti12's as it is, but i'm always keeping my eyes out for something new and i'd always wanted to try a full 5000p set.
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  • tophatjohnny
    tophatjohnny Posts: 4,182
    edited December 2012
    those look cool. We dig the RT2000i's in our living room, but love the SDA 1B's in the bedroom.
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  • tonyb
    tonyb Posts: 32,965
    edited December 2012
    The RT's have a smoother presentation over the RTI line, but the RTI line has more detail, dynamics, and better defined bass notes, especially the mids. The RT's for me are easier to listen to over longer periods but the lack of detail in the music will get old quick. This is why with the RTI line, as detailed and forward as they are on music, we suggest warmer sounding associated gear to better your listening experience. Personally, I like the sound of the RT line but it left me wanting to hear more out of the music.
    HT SYSTEM-
    Sony 850c 4k
    Pioneer elite vhx 21
    Sony 4k BRP
    SVS SB-2000
    Polk Sig. 20's
    Polk FX500 surrounds

    Cables-
    Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
    Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
    Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
    Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable

    Kitchen

    Sonos zp90
    Grant Fidelity tube dac
    B&k 1420
    lsi 9's
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  • B Run
    B Run Posts: 1,888
    edited December 2012
    Just wanted to say thanks for all the help, I decided to keep my system until I can upgrade to the one I really want.
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  • B Run
    B Run Posts: 1,888
    edited December 2012
    DSkip wrote: »
    B, clear some space in your inbox man.

    Done :cheesygrin:
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