ReCreating the SDA CRS#

deq15
deq15 Posts: 56
edited August 2002 in Speakers
I am trying to recreate the old SDA CRS model - trhere is nothing like them especially with a carver magnetic amp behind them with the holography. But the passive Radiator is tough? What should the weight be? there are no specs available for the old polk drivers. I already have the original crossover design from 1986 and the drivers are ordered except the PR which is not available from polk and I havent the equipment to figure them out. there are tons of 10 PR's available what may be the most efficiant way to make this work out?
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  • jrausch
    jrausch Posts: 510
    edited June 2002
    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1360370524
    "The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it."
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  • deq15
    deq15 Posts: 56
    edited June 2002
    thanks - thats the one!
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  • jrausch
    jrausch Posts: 510
    edited June 2002
    Hey, What are the chances?
    "The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it."
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  • rskarvan
    rskarvan Posts: 2,374
    edited June 2002
    The middle drivers (in the photo) are SW100's.
    I have no idea about the other two.

    Please explain how you are re-creating the CRS+'s.
    I recently purchased a pair of these used from Hoosier21.
    Yes, they are fine, fine speakers.

    Plz give all the dirty details of the project - including
    why you are recreating vs buying used.

    You could just buy these and save yourself a lot of hassle.
    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1361578665

    Note: no affiliation with seller.
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  • deq15
    deq15 Posts: 56
    edited June 2002
    Almost Nobody wants to sell them and if they do - they have been beat up.

    My uncle bought a pair brand new in 86. still has them - still the best ive ever heard - cant beatem - join em syndrome I guess!

    project is going to cost $650 / pr
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  • rskarvan
    rskarvan Posts: 2,374
    edited June 2002
    DEQ15,

    I have an original set of blade/blade CRS+'s in black with original Polk stands. New, this was an $1100 setup.
    I'll sell them to you for $800 and you pickup the shipping costs.

    Condition is very good. New replacement Polk SL2000 tweets too.

    Lemme know.

    Ron S.

    Note: The stands are critical to proper setup.
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  • deq15
    deq15 Posts: 56
    edited June 2002
    That is a fair deal but I cannot afford it at this time. can you tell me why the standa are critical? my pla is to fly them from the celing anyhow - independant of all surrounding objects. Do you by chance have the paperwork that comes with them? - I am a pretty good cabinet maker and I think the solid oak will look better than the flake-board and formica the originals have - it will be interesting to see the effects with regards to resonance.
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  • rskarvan
    rskarvan Posts: 2,374
    edited June 2002
    Deq,
    Yes, I have the original paperwork - including schematics.
    Placement is absolutely critical because of the rear passive radiators. Distance from rear wall makes a BIG difference in lower end. Also, being a book-shelf type speaker, the height of the speaker is critical for SDA effect. You want the tweeters at about ear level.

    My $800 price was a bit negotiable. Oh well. I love them anyway.

    Take Care.

    Ron
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  • deq15
    deq15 Posts: 56
    edited July 2002
    Ok done deal ... stay tuned...
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  • deq15
    deq15 Posts: 56
    edited August 2002
    Rskarvan - still wanna sell those Crs+'s?
    Ill pay 700 + shipping - I dont want the stands - they will just be in the way here in my tiny apartment
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited August 2002
    I'm sure I'm talking out of my **** here, but isn't current (high) market value about 4 to 5 franklins? Or do the '+' bring extra coin?

    Cheers,
    Russ
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • deq15
    deq15 Posts: 56
    edited August 2002
    you have any for that that arent beat to hell?
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  • nascarmann
    nascarmann Posts: 1,464
    edited August 2002
    Last time I looked there was a set on ebay...Also there is a pair in our flea market being sold by "marvelous" for $425.00 and they look great...He has a pic of them at www.audiogon.com. I just sold a pair of SDA 1C's for $625.00?????? :rolleyes:
    Oh, the bottle has been to me, my closes friend, my worse enemy!
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  • DarqueKnight
    DarqueKnight Posts: 6,765
    edited August 2002
    Originally posted by RuSsMaN
    I'm sure I'm talking out of my **** here, but isn't current (high) market value about 4 to 5 franklins? Or do the '+' bring extra coin?

    Here's what I paid for my three pairs of CRS+ speakers, all 1989 models with pin/blade interconnets:

    Pair 1: Very Good Condition, black oak cabinets. Some minor wear, nicks, etc. on the wood veneer. A little black wood stain brough 'em back up to "like new" condition. Original Polk stands included. Price: $463.00 ($425+$38 shipping). Found on Audiogon.com. Currently assigned to duty as the center channel speakers of my home theater rig.

    Pair 2: Mint Condition, medium oak cabinets. Cabinets were re-veneered in teak. Original Polk stands, boxes, and manual included. Price: $550.00 ($500+$50 shipping). Found on Audiogon.com. Currently assigned to duty in my home office rig.

    Pair 3: Mint Condition, walnut cabinets. Cabinets were re-veneered in teak. Original Polk stands, and manual included. Price: $550.00 ($500+$50 shipping). Found on Polk Flea Market forum. Currently in storage (and they are NOT for sale).

    While 4 to 5 Franklins is the usual range seen in the market place for this item, the buyer must be aware that some owners have a strong sentimental attachment to their speakers and that these owners expect to be compensated for their "separation anxiety" to the tune of an additional 3 to 4 Franklins.:lol:
    Proud and loyal citizen of the Digital Domain and Solid State Country!
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  • rskarvan
    rskarvan Posts: 2,374
    edited August 2002
    DEQ15,

    $700 + shipping for "speakers only" is quite do-able.
    I live in Indianapolis.
    Send me an e-mail: ronskarvan@aol.com
    My tweets have recently been replaced with the new SL2000
    replacement models (from Polk). They are not the silver-coil domes. I think the new Polk ones are better - personally speaking.

    Mine are black, they are the blade-blade model, and they are the one tweet per cabinet model. Not the oldest..... not the newest.
    But, they do sound very sweet.

    - Ron
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited August 2002
    DEQ15,

    I'll buy the ones in the flea market for $425, then you can buy them from me for $600+ ship. You SAVE $100!!!!

    ;)

    Cheers,
    Russ
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • nascarmann
    nascarmann Posts: 1,464
    edited August 2002
    What a nice **** you are.........
    Oh, the bottle has been to me, my closes friend, my worse enemy!
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,077
    edited August 2002
    Russ is trying to rip you off, I'll do it for 525+ship.

    I can't believe a **** trying to jack a brotha up like that.

    BDT
    I plan for the future. - F1Nut
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