FS: RTA15TL's $500

BlueCLS
BlueCLS Posts: 19
edited June 2005 in Flea Market
- SPEAKERS NO LONGER FOR SALE -

Sadly I don't have room to store these anymore. Cabinets have some corner damage from previous owner but drivers are in excellent shape and they sound great. In the three years I have owned them they've been used for the occasional HT use only, never abused. I prefer local pickup (Los Angeles area) due to their size and weight. E-mail for additional details. Thanks!
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*edit* cropped picture (edit - tried to crop picture, didn't work!)

*edit* speakers no longer for sale!

RT3000P
RTA15TL
CS1000p
F/X1000

Denon AVR3300
Denon DVD3800
Toshiba 62" DLP
Monster HTPS-7000SS
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 51,129
    edited May 2005
    Good price folks!
    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."

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  • BlueCLS
    BlueCLS Posts: 19
    edited May 2005
    bumpa

    RT3000P
    RTA15TL
    CS1000p
    F/X1000

    Denon AVR3300
    Denon DVD3800
    Toshiba 62" DLP
    Monster HTPS-7000SS
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  • Skynut
    Skynut Posts: 2,967
    edited May 2005
    What about the 3000's?
    Skynut
    SOPA® Founder
    The system Almost there
    DVD Onkyo DV-SP802
    Sunfire Theater Grand II
    Sherbourn 7/2100
    Panamax 5510 power conditioner (for electronics)
    2 PSAudio UPC-200 power conditioners (for amps)
    Front L/R RT3000p (Bi-Wired)
    Center CS1000p (Bi-Wired) (under the television)
    Center RT2000p's (Bi-Wired) (on each side of the television)
    Sur FX1000
    SVS ultra plus 2

    www.ShadetreesMachineShop.com
    Thanks for looking
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  • BlueCLS
    BlueCLS Posts: 19
    edited May 2005
    nope... those are their replacements which took 3+ years to find! Sorry, I should have cut them out of the pic...

    RT3000P
    RTA15TL
    CS1000p
    F/X1000

    Denon AVR3300
    Denon DVD3800
    Toshiba 62" DLP
    Monster HTPS-7000SS
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  • bvette94
    bvette94 Posts: 356
    edited May 2005
    back off sky the next pair of rt3000s that surface are mine.hehe j/k
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  • Skynut
    Skynut Posts: 2,967
    edited May 2005
    Originally posted by bvette94
    back off sky the next pair of rt3000s that surface are mine.hehe j/k

    I'll do my best to stay out of the way for you, but I won't let a local deal just slip away to a non believer. :D
    Skynut
    SOPA® Founder
    The system Almost there
    DVD Onkyo DV-SP802
    Sunfire Theater Grand II
    Sherbourn 7/2100
    Panamax 5510 power conditioner (for electronics)
    2 PSAudio UPC-200 power conditioners (for amps)
    Front L/R RT3000p (Bi-Wired)
    Center CS1000p (Bi-Wired) (under the television)
    Center RT2000p's (Bi-Wired) (on each side of the television)
    Sur FX1000
    SVS ultra plus 2

    www.ShadetreesMachineShop.com
    Thanks for looking
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  • Polk65
    Polk65 Posts: 1,405
    edited June 2005
    I can't believe these are still here!

    Someone grab these, or else I may have to drive back to LA! :D
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Those look sweet!!!!!

    To bad I'm 2500 miles away, or I could get another speaker fix.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • BlueCLS
    BlueCLS Posts: 19
    edited June 2005
    Yes, they do look sweet. That is honestly why I originally bought them. However I have to admit the 3000's sound 3X better. Maybe I just didn't have enough juice to power them (only 105W/ch.) They really come alive at high volume. The 3000's sound tremendous at any volume!

    RT3000P
    RTA15TL
    CS1000p
    F/X1000

    Denon AVR3300
    Denon DVD3800
    Toshiba 62" DLP
    Monster HTPS-7000SS
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    I've never got to hear the 3000's, but I like the RTA series alot.
    I wonder if the 15's sound 1.875x better than my RTA 8TL's. If they do they should really rock with about 200 watts going to them.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2005
    I know that my RTA-8T's rock with 205 watts going into them! I was so impressed, I decided to keep them till they die, then replace them.


    Originally posted by ND13
    I've never got to hear the 3000's, but I like the RTA series alot.
    I wonder if the 15's sound 1.875x better than my RTA 8TL's. If they do they should really rock with about 200 watts going to them.
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by cfrizz
    I know that my RTA-8T's rock with 205 watts going into them! I was so impressed, I decided to keep them till they die, then replace them.

    Yeah, as of right now, my 8TL's are my favorite Polks. That should change when my SDA's have the tweeters upgraded and if I can find the time the crossovers, too.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,259
    edited June 2005
    Yeah, I really like my RTA-11t's that's why I've kept them for 20 years.....I think they sound fantastic. I guess I'm afraid to change, LOL. I've always wanted to try a pair of 15's but never had a chance to get them locally. Someone buy these!!!!!

    H9
    "Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Puritan Audio PSM136 Pwr Condtioner & Classic PC's | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node3 - Tubes add soul!
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by heiney9
    Yeah, I really like my RTA-11t's that's why I've kept them for 20 years.....I think they sound fantastic. I guess I'm afraid to change, LOL. I've always wanted to try a pair of 15's but never had a chance to get them locally. Someone buy these!!!!!

    H9

    I wish I could go on a roadtrip to Cali, I'd send him a MO right now, just based on what I know about the RTA series.

    I can't see me letting go with my 8TL's anytime in the near future(say 20-30 years).
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • warlocks1
    warlocks1 Posts: 1,253
    edited June 2005
    I have owned the 15tl's and loved them. They image way better than the 11tl's. I have owned the 8t's and 11t's as well. I prefer the 8t over the 11t or 11tl's. I replaced my 15tl's with the RT3000p. IMO, the 3000P is in a totally different ball park. Not at all fatiguing and a lot tighter with the bass. I still wish I hadn't sold my 15tl's, if you are near LA, you should grab them.
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  • BlueCLS
    BlueCLS Posts: 19
    edited June 2005
    Wow... you guys are making me want to hold on to them. I just don't have space! I should get a house sooner and hook these back up as my 2-ch music setup with a nice big amp!

    RT3000P
    RTA15TL
    CS1000p
    F/X1000

    Denon AVR3300
    Denon DVD3800
    Toshiba 62" DLP
    Monster HTPS-7000SS
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by BlueCLS
    Wow... you guys are making me want to hold on to them. I just don't have space! I should get a house sooner and hook these back up as my 2-ch music setup with a nice big amp!

    As much as I would love to drive out to get 'em, it's just not feasible, seeing that I work 70 hrs/week.

    The smart move would be to keep 'em and store them in a climate controlled environment til you have the space/amp to use them properly. It's just to damn hard to replace nice gear that you know the history of. You've got a nice set of Polk history.

    Keep 'em!!!!!
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by BlueCLS
    Wow... you guys are making me want to hold on to them. I just don't have space! I should get a house sooner and hook these back up as my 2-ch music setup with a nice big amp!

    Now you're talking! I would love to have them providing you could take a road trip here to Boston, dropping them off & taking my 8T's with you to make a quick stop in MD to drop them off to my brother & then you can go home!:D

    However, if you can't do all that, then I suggest you keep em!:D
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by cfrizz
    Now you're talking! I would love to have them providing you could take a road trip here to Boston, dropping them off & taking my 8T's with you to make a quick stop in MD to drop them off to my brother & then you can go home!:D

    However, if you can't do all that, then I suggest you keep em!:D

    Hey wait, I'm closer than Boston, if you're willing to do that, then I'm back in.:D
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by ND13
    Hey wait, I'm closer than Boston, if you're willing to do that, then I'm back in.:D

    But I asked first so back off!!!;) :p:D
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by cfrizz
    But I asked first so back off!!!;) :p:D


    Maybe since we both like the RtA's and own 8's we could share 'em... What ya say???? :D;)
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by ND13
    Maybe since we both like the RtA's and own 8's we could share 'em... What ya say???? :D;)

    WAAAAAAAA!:D
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • BlueCLS
    BlueCLS Posts: 19
    edited June 2005
    Okay so I had never done an A-B comparison with the speakers so I did just that. I popped in some CDs, cranked it up and I was plesantly surprised... I like the sound of the RTA's better! Besides the obvious advantage of the powered subs the 3000's just had me wanting something more... felt like something was missing. Not to discount their sound, they sound great but something about the 15's was just... better. To sum up my thoughts:
    RT3000P's - Exceptional low-end response, crisp detailed highs.
    RTA15TL's - Phenomenal mid-bass, verm 'warm' and 'full' sound.
    I guess those two subjective terms are what make me like the 15's better for 2-ch music. Still think the 3000's are better for HT use however, can't have the best of both worlds. So it looks like I'm going to hang on to them! Need a dedicated amp for them now... how much power can they handle anyway?... can't seem to find the specs. Thanks for all your comments and helping me realize the treasure in these old gems!

    RT3000P
    RTA15TL
    CS1000p
    F/X1000

    Denon AVR3300
    Denon DVD3800
    Toshiba 62" DLP
    Monster HTPS-7000SS
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited June 2005
    RTA 15TL specs.

    The frequency response is from 20hz to 26khz with
    the -3db limits of 35hz to 25khz
    Power handling is 250 watts per channel
    The impedance is compatible with 8ohms outputs
    and efficiency 90db.

    1" dome tweeter
    4(four) 6.5" drivers
    2(two) bass radiators
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Smart move..
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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