NO! RD-0194 tweeters out of stock!

Hofy
Hofy Posts: 169
in Vintage Speakers
I ordered a pair of RD-0194 today only to be told they are out of stock until sometime in March. How can I wait that long? ;-)
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 10,716
    post in the wanted section maybe? :*
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  • leftwinger57
    leftwinger57 Posts: 2,917
    Same thing happened last year also. I think it took a good 6 months for them to restock and they do not have a waiting list so you have to keep trying. When I blew #6503 SDA mw driver I found one on E-Bay for $19 so maybe you can find a pair of 194s there.
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  • deronb1
    deronb1 Posts: 5,021
    Crap! Gonna need a pair soon.
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  • scotvl
    scotvl Posts: 88
    edited February 2015
    Are you guys repairing old speakers to refresh the top end or are you blowing the tweeters listening to music? Reason I ask is I've been told to watch the volume knob because I'm not feeding my A9s enough power with my pioneer sc-1227 avr.
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  • deronb1
    deronb1 Posts: 5,021
    They are drop in replacement for vintage Polk speakers. Significant upgrade from the sl2000 tweets.
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  • Hofy
    Hofy Posts: 169
    I am upgrading from the SL-2000. They took my info and my card will be charged when they ship. So I will get them, eventually.
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,416
    Any word on the 198's? I should have a couple pairs for backups, as there is no telling how long Polk will continue supporting the older speakers.
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  • leftwinger57
    leftwinger57 Posts: 2,917
    I still have my silverdomes. The RDO 194 by all who said are much better and they are. The sl-2000s sounded dried out a tad scratchy compared to the new 194s. Just an easy drop in and for $48 a piece this was an easy mod and an easier decision.
    2chl- Adcom GFA- 555-Onkyo P-3150v pre/amp- JVC-QL-A200 tt- Denon 1940 ci cdp- Adcom GFS-6 -Modded '87 SDA 2Bs - Dynamat Ext.- BH-5- X-Overs VR-3, RDO-194 tweeters, Larry's Rings, Speakon/Neutrik I/C- Cherry stain tops Advent Maestros,Ohm model E

    H/T- Toshiba au40" flat- Yamaha RX- V665 avr- YSD-11 Dock- I-Pod- Klipsch #400HD Speaker set-

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  • pongshi
    pongshi Posts: 376
    Let me play devil's advocate...I recently acquired pair of stock SDA SRS which sound pretty good as is, though a little bright. This means a 400.00 outlay. I know if I spend the money, I will want them to be better, significantly better. Can I trust myself to be objective, or will I be really just trying to rationalize my decision.

    I have already replaced 7 midwoofers because the clown I bought them from must have dropped one of the speakers. By the way, I am a long time owner of Polks. I have 1Cs, 10As and Monitor 4s. The SDA SRS speakers were a long time dream, but the price of getting these rolling is starting to be a nightmare. We haven't even talked recaps yet. I certainly hope the 400.00 outlay is worth it. I know I will tell myself that.
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  • scotvl
    scotvl Posts: 88
    deronb1 wrote: »
    They are drop in replacement for vintage Polk speakers. Significant upgrade from the sl2000 tweets.

    Thanks for the info, wasn't sure if it was something I should be looking to upgrade my A9s to.
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  • deronb1
    deronb1 Posts: 5,021
    Ya, wont work for newer polks. Dont think there is a replacement for rtia series.
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  • Moose68Bash
    Moose68Bash Posts: 3,843
    pongshi wrote: »
    I have already replaced 7 midwoofers because the clown I bought them from must have dropped one of the speakers. By the way, I am a long time owner of Polks. I have 1Cs, 10As and Monitor 4s. The SDA SRS speakers were a long time dream, but the price of getting these rolling is starting to be a nightmare. We haven't even talked recaps yet. I certainly hope the 400.00 outlay is worth it. I know I will tell myself that.

    I suggest that, if you plan to do the "full" mods on your SRS, don't install RDO-194s. Go straight to the TL mods and RDO-198s.
    Family Room, Innuos Statement streamer (Roon Core) with Morrow Audio USB cable to McIntosh MC 2700 pre with DC2 Digital Audio Module; AQ Sky XLRs to CAT 600.2 dualmono amp, Morrow Elite Speaker Cables to NOLA Baby Grand Reference Gold 3 speakers. Power source for all components: Silver Circle Audio Pure Power One with dedicated 20 amp circuit to main panel.

    Exercise Room, Innuos Streamer via Cat 6 cable connection to PS Audio PerfectWave MkII DAC w/Bridge II, AQ King Cobra RCAs to Perreaux PMF3150 amp (fully restored and upgraded by Jeffrey Jackson, Precision Audio Labs), Supra Rondo 4x2.5 Speaker Cables to SDA 1Cs (Vr3 Mods Xovers and other mods.), Dreadnaught with Supra Rondo 4x2.5 interconnect cables by Vr3 Mods. Power for each component from dedicated 20 amp circuit to main panel, except Innuos Statement powered from Silver Circle Audio Pure Power One.

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  • stevep
    stevep Posts: 335
    edited February 2015
    leftwinger57 wrote: »
    they do not have a waiting list so you have to keep trying.
    They were out of stock for both the RDO-194s and the RDO-198s two weeks ago when I ordered some replacements but they said they would bill me when they came in. Do I have to keep reminding them or that this changed since your experience?

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  • teekay0007
    teekay0007 Posts: 2,289
    edited February 2015
    Hey, Skip has a pair of brand new 194s listed for sale in the FM with only a shipping upcharge. I can't imagine that would be more than $10-$12 extra by USPS Priority Mail (no affiliation). Might be worth it to some of you who seem to have your shorts ablaze about getting your upgrades done NOW!

    Here: http://forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/166071/polk-rd-0194-pair#latest
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  • Schurkey
    Schurkey Posts: 2,101
    pongshi wrote: »
    I recently acquired pair of stock SDA SRS which sound pretty good as is, though a little bright. This means a 400.00 outlay...
    ...The SDA SRS speakers were a long time dream, but the price of getting these rolling is starting to be a nightmare. We haven't even talked recaps yet.
    If this were me, I'd do the crossovers BEFORE replacing the tweeters.

    If money were still an issue, consider replacing only the main tweeters...at least to start with. If the other tweeters operate at reduced volume or are rolled-off in the upper treble, upgrading them should provide less improvement.
    Moose68Bash wrote: »
    I suggest that, if you plan to do the "full" mods on your SRS, don't install RDO-194s. Go straight to the TL mods and RDO-198s.
    Can the original SRS be modified to accept the 198s? I thought that was an upgrade for the 1.2, but not the original SRS.

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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,552
    Can the original SRS be modified to accept the 198s?

    No.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,552
    Can I trust myself to be objective, or will I be really just trying to rationalize my decision.

    If you can't trust your ears, you're in the wrong hobby.


    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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  • pongshi
    pongshi Posts: 376
    F1nut wrote: »
    Can I trust myself to be objective, or will I be really just trying to rationalize my decision.

    If you can't trust your ears, you're in the wrong hobby.
    Well, yes..the problem is that a lot of us are seeking sonic perfection and we will never get there. There is always better equipment, a tweak here and there, but I guess that is part of the thrill of this musical treasure hunt.

    Speaking for myself, I know no matter how far I go, I will never be satisfied. Like many of you, I have spent a ton of money and have a lot of equipment collecting dust.

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    Turntable 2 - Dual 1229 turntable, Dual AS-12 45 RPM stacker, Shure V-15 Type III cartridge
    Schiit Mani Phono Preamp for Turntable 2
    Oppo UDP-205 CD/SACD USB and FLAC duties
    Technics RS-1500US reel to reel
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  • pongshi
    pongshi Posts: 376
    Schurkey wrote: »
    pongshi wrote: »
    I recently acquired pair of stock SDA SRS which sound pretty good as is, though a little bright. This means a 400.00 outlay...
    ...The SDA SRS speakers were a long time dream, but the price of getting these rolling is starting to be a nightmare. We haven't even talked recaps yet.
    If this were me, I'd do the crossovers BEFORE replacing the tweeters.

    If money were still an issue, consider replacing only the main tweeters...at least to start with. If the other tweeters operate at reduced volume or are rolled-off in the upper treble, upgrading them should provide less improvement.
    Moose68Bash wrote: »
    I suggest that, if you plan to do the "full" mods on your SRS, don't install RDO-194s. Go straight to the TL mods and RDO-198s.
    Can the original SRS be modified to accept the 198s? I thought that was an upgrade for the 1.2, but not the original SRS.
    I am on the fence about crossovers first or tweeters. Like you said, I might just order a couple of tweeters and replace the main ones first and see how it goes.
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    Turntable 1 - Technics SL-1210Mk2 turntable with Shure V-15 Type III cartridge
    Turntable 2 - Dual 1229 turntable, Dual AS-12 45 RPM stacker, Shure V-15 Type III cartridge
    Schiit Mani Phono Preamp for Turntable 2
    Oppo UDP-205 CD/SACD USB and FLAC duties
    Technics RS-1500US reel to reel
    Polk SDA SRS (2nd Gen) fully modded
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  • drumminman
    drumminman Posts: 3,396
    Xovers first. They will improve the stock tweeters, though not to the level of 194's. They'll also improve the overall sound.
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  • lawdogg
    lawdogg Posts: 455
    Has anyone made a call on these recently? Just wondering if we have an updated ETA on them both (194's and 8's). Thanks in advance.
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,416
    lawdogg wrote: »
    Has anyone made a call on these recently? Just wondering if we have an updated ETA on them both (194's and 8's). Thanks in advance.

    Nothing stopping you from calling and letting us know. o:)
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  • boston1450
    boston1450 Posts: 7,638
    edited March 2015
    Nope on the 194's. I need some for CRS's (Not sure if 198's) Just got off phone earlier with CS Mike & he said at end of month they will have some in
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  • lawdogg
    lawdogg Posts: 455
    Thanks boston.
    nooshinjohn wrote: »
    Nothing stopping you from calling and letting us know. o:)

    I'll call in 2 weeks and give everyone an update, how about that? :p
    <3 my 3.1TLs

    I will fix your shifted magnets for free. :)
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  • Moose68Bash
    Moose68Bash Posts: 3,843
    edited March 2015
    I'm going to be upgrading my SRS 1.2s with RD-0198-1 tweeters and new crossovers and wiring (by Vr3 Mods aka Trey) within the next couple of weeks or so.

    Unless my wife argues persuasively that the current sound of my SRSs is better than the TL'd sound, I'll have eight RD-0194-1 tweeters for sale soon. They are about two years old and have been treated with tender, loving care -- no kids, no pets, no smoking, no excessive volume!

    I'll post them in the FM as soon as the "die is cast." :|
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    Exercise Room, Innuos Streamer via Cat 6 cable connection to PS Audio PerfectWave MkII DAC w/Bridge II, AQ King Cobra RCAs to Perreaux PMF3150 amp (fully restored and upgraded by Jeffrey Jackson, Precision Audio Labs), Supra Rondo 4x2.5 Speaker Cables to SDA 1Cs (Vr3 Mods Xovers and other mods.), Dreadnaught with Supra Rondo 4x2.5 interconnect cables by Vr3 Mods. Power for each component from dedicated 20 amp circuit to main panel, except Innuos Statement powered from Silver Circle Audio Pure Power One.

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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,240
    I wonder how long they will keep selling these tweeters, with all the changes at Polk and this forum, it really makes one wonder, I have 6 RDO-198's I would like to have two more just in case..
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  • ZLTFUL
    ZLTFUL Posts: 5,648
    Toolfan66 wrote: »
    I wonder how long they will keep selling these tweeters, with all the changes at Polk and this forum, it really makes one wonder, I have 6 RDO-198's I would like to have two more just in case..

    I know what you mean Larry...has me wanting to buy up 6 198s "just in case"

    "Some people find it easier to be conceited rather than correct."

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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,416
    ^^^Ditto...
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  • Dennis Gardner
    Dennis Gardner Posts: 4,861
    Who makes these tweeters, does anyone have a heads up in case they decide to no longer support? They are ordering 100-250 at a time from what I've seen. Are they just subbed out to one of their import makers? I realize that aftermarket would be sans the logo, but still should be easy for someone to take over. Replacement drivers are a thriving market as they are basically a consumable product with so many driving them so hard.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,240
    I have enough parts to build a set of 1.2tl's except two RDO-198 tweeters..

    HAHA!!!!! :D
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