Bought two pair of LSi7's... quick question

Adam12Hicks
Adam12Hicks Posts: 6
edited May 2004 in Speakers
Fry's Electronics here in Dallas had them for $199 a pair reconditioned, though they appear absolutely new in the box, never touched, with the full 5 yr warranty. That is a SMOKIN' deal! I bought two pair for the living room to use as my front and rear surround speakers and so far I'm extremely pleased with them! I'm still using a reference series Klipsch center channel because I've not been able to find anything under $1500 that sounds as good, but I definitely like the range and mid of the Polk over any of the Klipsch bookshelf speakers.

Picked up a Sony ES series 400 DVD changer as well and am STILL trying to get all the movies into the Pronto TSU-3000.

Oh well, I'm new to the forums so just thought I'd say hi and let those in Dallas know that Fry's has these speakers at about $500 off!

Adam
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  • racer4551
    racer4551 Posts: 373
    edited May 2004
    Man are you sure those are lsi7's? That is a really super deal on pair.Do they have a web site you can order from or was this just a local store deal?I would like to find a pair to close out my lsi setup.
    *HT PRE-PRO*:Rotel rsp-1068, *AMP*:Rotel RMB 1095 *DVD PLAYER*:Denon 2200,*CD PLAYERS*,Arcam Alpha Mcd 6 disk carasel,Hughes Hdtv receiver, Hughes hdvr2,*MAINS*:Polk LSI 15'S, *CENTER*:Polk LSIC, *SIDE SURROUNDS*:Polk LSIFX,*REAR SURROUND*:Polk LSI 7'S,*SUB*:SVS PB2+*.MONITOR*:Mitsubishi ws48413 hdtv,Monsterpower hts2500X2,,Sony playstation2,Harmony sst-659 remote
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2004
    Great speaker, get rid of the Klipsch center and buy an LSiC. :)

    EDITED: TYPO, TY PW.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • PolkWannabie
    PolkWannabie Posts: 2,763
    edited May 2004
    LSiC ?
    Rick
    HT+ Sunfire TG IV, Dual CG Sig II's, CinePro 1K2, Oppo 981, Audio Technica PL120, Polk SRT's & F/X1000's, Samsung 71" DLP
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  • Adam12Hicks
    Adam12Hicks Posts: 6
    edited May 2004
    Yep they're LSi7's. Got the boxes right here. They were available in cherry or an ash black finish. I went with the cherry. They really do sound fantastic.

    I'm looking for a new sub now... thinking of either KEF or ? Everything's connected to a 46" Samsung Tantra DLP HD / Onkyo / Sony ES series 400 DVD changer / Pronto TSU3000 remote. Kind of a mix and match but I really like each component for it's own reasons and I likst to do my research before I buy any component. Typically I've found that buying all items of the same brand only looks better, but does not generally sound or perform better (although I do agree with voice matched speakers)

    Adam

    P.S. Outpost.com is Fry's website. Not sure if they're on there or not. Otherwise look up Fry's Electronics and see their locations. I don't know if they'll ship or not, but I'm tempted to go back and buy two more pair 'just to have' at $199 a pair!!!
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  • jdhdiggs
    jdhdiggs Posts: 4,305
    edited May 2004
    I'll try and go by there today and check it out as well. This is the Fry's on 635 correct? If there are a ton leftover, maybe some of us Dallas Polkies can send out some speakers...?
    There is no genuine justice in any scheme of feeding and coddling the loafer whose only ponderable energies are devoted wholly to reproduction. Nine-tenths of the rights he bellows for are really privileges and he does nothing to deserve them. We not only acquired a vast population of morons, we have inculcated all morons, old or young, with the doctrine that the decent and industrious people of the country are bound to support them for all time.-Menkin
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  • Adam12Hicks
    Adam12Hicks Posts: 6
    edited May 2004
    Yeah on 635 or I75. They both had a couple pallets. They're absolutely mint brand new. I haven't gotten the exacts on why they're 'reconditioned' but they carry the full 5 yr warranty and were sealed in the box from Polk.

    The guy at Fry's couldn't believe they were priced that low. You really should call the two stores and see if they have any left, and ask them to hold them for you. Otherwise I'm sure they're going to sell out fast.

    Take care,
    Adam
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited May 2004
    sure enough, called and they have refurbs for 198.00 to bad no fry's in Florida...
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • jdhdiggs
    jdhdiggs Posts: 4,305
    edited May 2004
    Anyone: After taxes they are $215... Anyone want me to make a visit? You'd cover shipping of course. I-75 and Plano store has 6 pairs of cherry and 8 of ash left.
    There is no genuine justice in any scheme of feeding and coddling the loafer whose only ponderable energies are devoted wholly to reproduction. Nine-tenths of the rights he bellows for are really privileges and he does nothing to deserve them. We not only acquired a vast population of morons, we have inculcated all morons, old or young, with the doctrine that the decent and industrious people of the country are bound to support them for all time.-Menkin
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited May 2004
    I "may" be interested in some cherry's... lemme check $$, would you get them and ship them my way? to florida?
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • jdhdiggs
    jdhdiggs Posts: 4,305
    edited May 2004
    Like I said, you'd pay shipping but it shouldn't be a problem. I'll try and locate another box to double box them in so that you save the original boxes from some of the wear and tear.

    Just PM me if you want me to do anything.
    There is no genuine justice in any scheme of feeding and coddling the loafer whose only ponderable energies are devoted wholly to reproduction. Nine-tenths of the rights he bellows for are really privileges and he does nothing to deserve them. We not only acquired a vast population of morons, we have inculcated all morons, old or young, with the doctrine that the decent and industrious people of the country are bound to support them for all time.-Menkin
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited May 2004
    PM'd ya. Thanks
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • Adam12Hicks
    Adam12Hicks Posts: 6
    edited May 2004
    A friend just bought two more pairs of the Cherry. They said they had a bout a pallet left. Not sure how many that is, but probably at least 10 pairs.

    Adam
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  • jdhdiggs
    jdhdiggs Posts: 4,305
    edited May 2004
    Anyone wanting to figure shipping, here iis the info:
    Polk Advertised weight: 50lbs
    Approximate Dimensions: 24"X18"X12" (Guessing here)

    I'll try and double box with some good boxes from work which will push up the cost a bit on shipping. (5 punds and pobably 28X24X16)

    From 75081 Tips are welcome, but not expected... :)
    There is no genuine justice in any scheme of feeding and coddling the loafer whose only ponderable energies are devoted wholly to reproduction. Nine-tenths of the rights he bellows for are really privileges and he does nothing to deserve them. We not only acquired a vast population of morons, we have inculcated all morons, old or young, with the doctrine that the decent and industrious people of the country are bound to support them for all time.-Menkin
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited May 2004
    I pm'd you back... e-mail me or a pm, Thanks again
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • jdhdiggs
    jdhdiggs Posts: 4,305
    edited May 2004
    Faster:
    Got ya, sent my info in PM.

    All:
    I won't have internet access from 7PM CST today until hopefully Tuesday, so if anyone wants them, let me know today. Fastest way to contact me is jheskin@ti.com
    There is no genuine justice in any scheme of feeding and coddling the loafer whose only ponderable energies are devoted wholly to reproduction. Nine-tenths of the rights he bellows for are really privileges and he does nothing to deserve them. We not only acquired a vast population of morons, we have inculcated all morons, old or young, with the doctrine that the decent and industrious people of the country are bound to support them for all time.-Menkin
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited May 2004
    I went in today to pick 3 pairs. I'd probably use one pair as surrounds for RTi70's, one pair goes to bedroom and the third most likely will be setup for my computer. Awesome sound for the money. I think I got 2 or 3 friends to buy them as well.
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  • Adam12Hicks
    Adam12Hicks Posts: 6
    edited May 2004
    You're Welcome :)

    I had two friends pick up a couple pairs too. Can't beat it!
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited May 2004
    Originally posted by Adam12Hicks
    You're Welcome :)
    Actually got the tip from HT forums but thank you anyway! ;)
    Originally posted by Adam12Hicks
    I had two friends pick up a couple pairs too. Can't beat it!
    No, you can't for this price. Turns out I have to go back tomorrow and claim my free sub which will go for sale. I don't think I'll need another sub anywhere in the house.

    Where in Dallas are you located?
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  • Adam12Hicks
    Adam12Hicks Posts: 6
    edited May 2004
    I'm actually in Ft. Worth on the Fossil Creek Golf Course if you know where that is. I didn't hear anything about a free sub? What's up with that?

    Adam
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited May 2004
    Originally posted by Adam12Hicks
    I'm actually in Ft. Worth on the Fossil Creek Golf Course if you know where that is. I didn't hear anything about a free sub? What's up with that?
    Fossil Creek, I might have played there a few years back, not sure. The free sub is for Polk purchases of $499 and more: http://www.polkaudio.com/home/promo/freesubwoofer/
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