SDA 2B TL.

I've had these since 02. I'd like to see $500. If not, I'll keep them until my walls change. You need space for these Polks. Not recommended for apartments. Although, I've done it. I've done most of the repairs and upgrades. The only thing left to do is, new fabric. I've done: The 'TL' upgrade.
Much better tweeter and upgraded capacitors on the crossover.
Upgraded SDA cable with Neutrick connectors
Much improved Binding post board with real binding posts
Dynomatted inside cabinet
Speaker magnets JB Welded
Speaker frames dynomatted
Better speaker mounts and air seals
Comes with adjustable floor spikes
I haven't posted in a while, but I was a regular for a while. As you know, these are big and not light. I'm in zip code 33460

Comments

  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 24,474
    Welcome back Mike.
    GLWTS
  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    Hmm. Pics didn't post. Stay tuned
  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    Correction: I did not dynomatt inside the cabinet. Meant to
  • pglbook
    pglbook Posts: 2,163
    Mike, GLWTS. The mods look great. I also have SDA 2B TL speakers and love them. This is a good deal and I hope these stay in the Polk family. Heck, I was tempted to get these myself for a 2nd system but FL is just a bit too far from NY. Any Polkies in/near FL should grab these. The 2B TLs are some of the best sounding SDAs, imho.
  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 16,832
    No reason to put that in the cabinet anyway..

    GLWTS...
  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    Also, I upgraded the bass coil on the crossover (see pic) I will include 4 more uninstalled coils. I believe there for the sda and high end. They're mfgd by Jantzen
  • jbail2011
    jbail2011 Posts: 102
    You have the original and upgraded bass inductor installed?
    Polk Audio SDA SRS 2.3 TL
    Polk Audio SDA 2B TL mod
    Carver M 1.0 MK2 Opt 2 x2
    Carver CT Seven Preamp
    Bluesound Node 2i
  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 49,704
    The original is disconnected.
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  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    jbail2011 wrote: »
    You have the original and upgraded bass inductor installed?

    Yes. The crossover still mounts to the retired coil
  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    I see your cloth is coming off the side panels. The same thing happened to my SDA-2 speakers. Plus the side panels warped and couldn't be flattened to stay on. That is why I got rid of mine. If not for that I might still have them.
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  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    BlueFox wrote: »
    I see your cloth is coming off the side panels. The same thing happened to my SDA-2 speakers. Plus the side panels warped and couldn't be flattened to stay on. That is why I got rid of mine. If not for that I might still have them.

    Ya. The cosmetics are a project I never got to. With the grille on you can't see the fabric that's separating in the picture
  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    Almost forgot! Larry's rings were installed on all but the tweeters. Thanks
  • Emlyn
    Emlyn Posts: 4,346
    pglbook wrote: »
    Mike, GLWTS. The mods look great. I also have SDA 2B TL speakers and love them. This is a good deal and I hope these stay in the Polk family. Heck, I was tempted to get these myself for a 2nd system but FL is just a bit too far from NY. Any Polkies in/near FL should grab these. The 2B TLs are some of the best sounding SDAs, imho.

    Too far away for me too. Also my favorite of the whole line because they can just disappear and don’t tend to overload bass in medium sized rooms. Yet they handle a lot of power, get really loud, and produce solid true stereo sound. Fun speakers even in stock form.

    The side boards separating is very common and an easy fix with some patience and care getting them completely off and put back in place.

  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    Emlyn wrote: »
    pglbook wrote: »
    Mike, GLWTS. The mods look great. I also have SDA 2B TL speakers and love them. This is a good deal and I hope these stay in the Polk family. Heck, I was tempted to get these myself for a 2nd system but FL is just a bit too far from NY. Any Polkies in/near FL should grab these. The 2B TLs are some of the best sounding SDAs, imho.

    Too far away for me too. Also my favorite of the whole line because they can just disappear and don’t tend to overload bass in medium sized rooms. Yet they handle a lot of power, get really loud, and produce solid true stereo sound. Fun speakers even in stock form.

    The side boards separating is very common and an easy fix with some patience and care getting them completely off and put back in place.

    Always amazing. When we'll fed, the bass is clear deep and impactful. Definitely the best I've owned.
  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    I've owned and sold SDA 2B TLs. They are magical sounding. Good luck with your sale, hope you don't miss yours as much as I miss mine.
  • jbail2011
    jbail2011 Posts: 102
    Big Dawg wrote: »
    I've owned and sold SDA 2B TLs. They are magical sounding. Good luck with your sale, hope you don't miss yours as much as I miss mine.

    Love hearing this. After 2 months mind will be done tomorrow😀. GLWS great speakers!!
    Polk Audio SDA SRS 2.3 TL
    Polk Audio SDA 2B TL mod
    Carver M 1.0 MK2 Opt 2 x2
    Carver CT Seven Preamp
    Bluesound Node 2i
  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    ttt...still available