SDA Compendium 2nd Edition Is Finished

DarqueKnight

davidk0512 wrote:

I have a pair of SDA1Bs and can't imagine how anything could improve their sound, but I can't seem to overcome the notion of messing with perfection.

I used to own a pair of SDA 1B's. I did a few things to improve their sound and appearance:


SDA 1B Cabinet Modifications

Improved SDA Interconnect Cables

Improvements To The SDA SRS

davidk0512

Those really look great, I have to admit if there is anything I never was crazy about, it's the original cheap vinyl veneer. I've thought about stripping it and replacing with oak, but it just hasn't made it to the top of the to do list. I've ordered the Compendium and am looking forward to trying some of your recommended modifications. My speakers sound damn good already, I would just be curious if the upgrades are better or just different.

DarqueKnight

There are many posts from forum members on their modification results that will give you an idea of the sonic improvements.

Your Compendium will ship out today.

davidk0512

Wow, shipped on the 21st, received on the 23rd, extremely well protected. Your documentation is superb and even though I've been out of the technical side for 20 years, it's very understandable. Thanks

ben62670

I need sleep. I have read the book twice in one day. It takes a lot of time, and research to put together a book like this. For the price DK isn't trying to make a bunch of money. It is really easy to see the love of the task to put together a book like this. I was thinking of building a display case for the book near the speakers. I really like black walnut, but it might clash with my SDA's.

Thanks DK
Ben

Deadof_knight

let me know Im ready for my copy WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!

this is going to be a off the wall question but are you into gamming as well or used to be online. That name rings a bell

SLIPKIK

Spectacular !

civilian

Ok 10 posts PM on the Way! I can't wait to get one.

Auraka

DarqueKnight, if you could PM me with contact info I'd like to order a copy. I'll not spam the forum to enable sending PMs.

My babies are SDA 1C's (circa 1989 vintage), 4 RD0194-A have been ordered. I give plenty of credit to Polk for maintaining and even improving replacement drivers for these aging beasts.

DarqueKnight

I received a money order today from a member in Sioux Falls, SD. I cannot send your tracking number because I do not have your forum name or email address.

Your Compendium was shipped this afternoon.

happierears

what is the compendium and can i see an example of it?

DarqueKnight

See the 1st post of the thread you are currently reading and the first post of this thread:

SDA Compendium Ordering Info

Rivrrat

If I buy the book, will it help convince my wife we need a pair (of sda's)?

Refefer

Rivrrat wrote:

If I buy the book, will it help convince my wife we need a pair (of sda's)?

Couldn't hurt.

DarqueKnight

Rivrrat wrote:

If I buy the book, will it help convince my wife we need a pair (of sda's)?

I have found it easier (and more gratifying) to ask forgiveness than to ask permission.;)

hearingimpared

DarqueKnight wrote:

I have found it easier (and more gratifying) to ask forgiveness than to ask permission.;)

Right on Raife!!! LOL

hearingimpared

happierears wrote:

what is the compendium and can i see an example of it?

If you own SDAs this is required and, quite frankly, very interesting reading. I'm on my third round with it and haven't scratched the surface yet. Tremendous resource.:)

Polk65

Rivrrat wrote:

If I buy the book, will it help convince my wife we need a pair (of sda's)?

Every coffee table should have one.

DarqueKnight wrote:

I have found it easier (and more gratifying) to ask forgiveness than to ask permission.;)

Sad but true. :rolleyes:

dorokusai

The SDA Compendium is a coffee table book.....much like Tolstoy, Kerouac and whatever religion you subscribe to.

wrich22

How can I get a copy of this?

Thanks,

Bill

hearingimpared

wrich22 wrote:

How can I get a copy of this?

Thanks,

Bill

PM Darqueknight. . . Sorry you need 25 posts to PM someone. Well get 25 posts and you can then PM Darqueknight. Unless of course no one has an objection of me skirting the rules and me sending a PM for wrich22. LOL:D

wrich22

Thanks

DarqueKnight

Bill,

A PM has been sent with ordering info.

woofiepaws

Hi,

I'm really new here. Is there a way to get a copy without violating forum rules? I've been lusting after SDAs since college.

Thanks,

Steve

DarqueKnight

PM sent.

Dennis47

DarqueKnight,

I'm new to the site and I don't have enough postings to PM you for info.
Please send me a PM with ordering info for the SDA Compendium 2nd Edition.
I'm looking for a set of SDA's and there seems to be a wealth of knowledge
in the publication that I need before buying.

Thanks, Dennis47

hearingimpared

Raife after Antny and I changed out the SL3000 with the RD0198s we pushed on the passive radiator and all the drivers lurched forward but slowly went back almost completely. . . it this an indicator of an air leak somewere in the cabinet? I just purchased a number of different speaker gaskets from parts express just in case.

wrich22

DarqueKnight wrote:

Bill,

A PM has been sent with ordering info.

Thanks, I sent you the amount via PayPal with my address

Bill

Wayfarer

DarqueKnight

I have a pair of SDA 2b's, purchased them new.

I would like to get a copy also.

Let me know how.

DarqueKnight

hearingimpared wrote:

...we pushed on the passive radiator and all the drivers lurched forward but slowly went back almost completely. . . it this an indicator of an air leak somewere in the cabinet? I just purchased a number of different speaker gaskets from parts express just in case.

There is an air leak somewhere. The cabinets are not supposed to be perfectly airtight, but the drivers should not be snapping back immediately. When I push in on my passive radiator, the drivers will slowly move move backwards for a little over three seconds, but they never move all the way back until I take my hand off the passive radiator.