Picked up SDA-2 --- Custom blade/blade ideas...
Mystery
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I picked up SDA-2's today.
I posted these here few days ago: http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?134423-Vintage-Monitor-and-Sda-Speaker-Deals&p=2031614&viewfull=1#post2031614
But they were still listed so I had to get them.
I know, I'm a sucker.
They didn't have IC cable but I tested them with a speaker cable and all drivers work fine.
Few knicks and scratches but overall look to be in good condition.
What are DIY methods for b/b IC cable?
Thanks
I posted these here few days ago: http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?134423-Vintage-Monitor-and-Sda-Speaker-Deals&p=2031614&viewfull=1#post2031614
But they were still listed so I had to get them.
I know, I'm a sucker.
They didn't have IC cable but I tested them with a speaker cable and all drivers work fine.
Few knicks and scratches but overall look to be in good condition.
What are DIY methods for b/b IC cable?
Thanks
Klipsch RB81, KG3.5, B&W DM602.5, Polk.
Subwoofers: Klipsch RW10, Triad ProSub Bronze.
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Forget the b/b, convert them to SpeakOn Plugs and Socket/Jacks, and never look back. I'd also recommend disconnecting the Dimensional Tweeters.Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
I have a B/B cable..
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Looks like you have some speaker placement issues going on.... but the IC cable depends on $, speakon representing doing it right the 1st time or cheaper alternative with good results from PE. Would second the dimensional tweeter removal.
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Now thats a good looking bunch of goodies
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Install a 2-pole SpeakOn connector and never think about it again.
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SpeakOn... hmm... I'll see how cost effective is that compared to B/B IC.
Yes, they look crowded but SDA's are well in front of them without anything in between.
Few pairs from that crowd are/will be up for sale so they'll have to fit tightly until something sells.
Klipsch RB81, KG3.5, B&W DM602.5, Polk.
Subwoofers: Klipsch RW10, Triad ProSub Bronze. -
You're looking at around $10.00 plus shipping for two NL4 jacks, and 2 NL2 plugs. Use your favorite flavor of speaker cable.SpeakOn... hmm... I'll see how cost effective is that compared to B/B IC.
Yes, they look crowded but SDA's are well in front of them without anything in between.
Few pairs from that crowd are/will be up for sale so they'll have to fit tightly until something sells.
http://www.parts-express.com/neutrik-nl4mp-speakon-connector-4-pole-panel-mount--092-052
http://www.parts-express.com/neutrik-nl2fx-speakon-connector-2-pole-cable-mount--092-198Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
westmassguy wrote: »You're looking at around $10.00 plus shipping for two NL4 jacks, and 2 NL2 plugs. Use your favorite flavor of speaker cable.
http://www.parts-express.com/neutrik-nl4mp-speakon-connector-4-pole-panel-mount--092-052
http://www.parts-express.com/neutrik-nl2fx-speakon-connector-2-pole-cable-mount--092-198
Or he can have my blade blade for $25 plug and play.. :-) -
True, but he'd still be dealing with inferior and fragile b/b sockets, corrosion, loose connections on the back side, etc.Or he can have my blade blade for $25 plug and play.. :-)
SpeakOns are THE standard for Pro Audio now, all over the world. Fool proof, corrosion proof, and no chance of falling out accidentally.Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
Hmm, now this has me thinking for at least two pairs that I have in need of updated sockets...
I'm assuming it is pretty simple to install these? -
If you have basic soldering, and woodworking skills, it's a piece of cake. The rear connectors are spade/quick connect, but I solder mine. Depending on which model SDA you have, you may have to drill the cabinet or drill the binding post cup.chandler9a wrote: »Hmm, now this has me thinking for at least two pairs that I have in need of updated sockets...
I'm assuming it is pretty simple to install these?Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
Sonny, why don't you just come by pick up my cable, and use it for awhile, that way you can at least see what these speakers sound like.
Just return it when your done with it..
Also, if you want to go the SpeakOn route I will help you solder and install if you like.. -
Sonny, why don't you just come by pick up my cable, and use it for awhile, that way you can at least see what these speakers sound like.
Just return it when your done with it..
Also, if you want to go the SpeakOn route I will help you solder and install if you like..
Can't beat this offer.....and you're close.... -
Sounds like a plan.
I am just trying these out of curiosity as I never had this model with two tweeters and 3 mids.
I had couple pair of 2B's before.
I'd do speakon if I decide to keep these so b/b cable will do for now.
Klipsch RB81, KG3.5, B&W DM602.5, Polk.
Subwoofers: Klipsch RW10, Triad ProSub Bronze. -
Curious as to why you would disconnect the dimensional tweeters?
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Polk discovered that the dimensional tweeters detracted from the overall sq. All SDAs after the 2nd generation had either a single tweeter, or multiple, vertical tweeters in a progressive point source arrangement wired to the stereo circuit only. All dimensional tweeters were eliminated.Commander7716 wrote: »Curious as to why you would disconnect the dimensional tweeters?Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
westmassguy wrote: »If you have basic soldering, and woodworking skills, it's a piece of cake. The rear connectors are spade/quick connect, but I solder mine. Depending on which model SDA you have, you may have to drill the cabinet or drill the binding post cup.
I have a pair of SRS 2's blade/blade and a pair of SDA 2.3's that could use this to start with. The dimensional drivers on my right cabinet on the 2.3's do not produce any sound so I'm hoping its a socket issue, I've tried different interconnect cables. This should fix it, hopefully. -
The 2.3s have a pin/blade correct? If you're using it with a common ground amp, then only the pin is carrying the signal between the two speakers. Sounds like you have something else going on.chandler9a wrote: »I have a pair of SRS 2's blade/blade and a pair of SDA 2.3's that could use this to start with. The dimensional drivers on my right cabinet on the 2.3's do not produce any sound so I'm hoping its a socket issue, I've tried different interconnect cables. This should fix it, hopefully.Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
westmassguy wrote: »The 2.3s have a pin/blade correct? If you're using it with a common ground amp, then only the pin is carrying the signal between the two speakers. Sounds like you have something else going on.
I have looked into every thing and can't figure it out. Maybe the xovers have something going on, I don't know. They are my fathers but not in use since I got a pair of 1.2TLs for him. I just planned on modding the 2.3s anyway at some point so they are off to the side. The MWs all check out fine. Yes they are pin/blade and in very nice condition otherwise.
