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  • joecoulson
    joecoulson Posts: 4,943
    Lol! I work from home and typically when I am filling in the gaps of my day when I need a break from looking at CAD, I’ll come on here or look at CL. If the latter, I always click another screen really quick if the wife comes in. Just easier than explaining “just looking honey”
    You would think I’m looking at something inappropriate lol
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  • verb
    verb Posts: 10,176
    So the Mrs did not see me perusing these on CL! Omega beauties!
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    https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/ele/d/awesome-omega-super-6-alnico/6683400108.html
    Basement: Polk SDA SRS 1.2tl's, Cary SLP-05 Pre with ultimate upgrade,McIntosh MCD301 CD/SACD player, Northstar Designs Excelsio DAC, Cambridge 851N streamer, McIntosh MC300 Amp, Silnote Morpheus Ref2, Series2 Digital Cables, Silnote Morpheus Ref2 Series2 XLR's, Furman 15PFi Power Conditioner, Pangea Power Cables, MIT Shotgun S3 IC's, MIT Shotgun S1 Bi-Wire speaker cables
    Office: PC, EAR Acute CD Player, EAR 834L Pre, Northstar Designs Intenso DAC, Antique Sound Labs AV8 Monoblocks, Denon UDR-F10 Cassette, Acoustic Technologies Classic FR Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus sub, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable, Groneberg Quatro Reference IC's
    Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated Amp, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Analysis Plus Oval 9's, Zu Jumpers, AudioEngine B1 Streamer, Klipsch RB-61 v2, SVS PB1000 sub, Blue Jeans RCA IC's, Shunyata Hydra 8 Power Conditioner
    Living Room: Peachtree Nova Integrated, Cambridge CXN v2 Streamer, Rotel RCD-1072 CD player, Furman 15PFi Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi sub
    Garage #1: Cambridge Audio 640A Integrated Amp, Project Box-E BT Streamer, Polk Tsi200 Bookies, Douglas Speaker Cables, Shunyata Power Conditioner
    Garage #2: Cambridge Audio EVO150 Integrated Amplifier, Polk L200's, Analysis Plus Silver Oval 2 Speaker Cables, IC's TBD.
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  • verb
    verb Posts: 10,176
    tonyb wrote: »
    ZLTFUL wrote: »
    Yes, I got that. and I still stand by what I said. There is just some gear out there that has a reputation above and beyond...those names include Pass Labs, D'Agostino, Conrad Johnson, Audio Research...

    I didn't say the Ampino Pre was bad, I just think for that price bracket, a used Conrad Johnson tube pre is a much better buy. Not to mention the fun and flexibility of rolling tubes.

    One thing to note about the Ampino and the CJ is the difference in gain. The Ampino only has 4 db while the CJ has roughly 16. Could be an issue for some.

    Tony the high gain would manifest how? Appear to be too loud at lower volume settings? Noisy? Please advise.
    Basement: Polk SDA SRS 1.2tl's, Cary SLP-05 Pre with ultimate upgrade,McIntosh MCD301 CD/SACD player, Northstar Designs Excelsio DAC, Cambridge 851N streamer, McIntosh MC300 Amp, Silnote Morpheus Ref2, Series2 Digital Cables, Silnote Morpheus Ref2 Series2 XLR's, Furman 15PFi Power Conditioner, Pangea Power Cables, MIT Shotgun S3 IC's, MIT Shotgun S1 Bi-Wire speaker cables
    Office: PC, EAR Acute CD Player, EAR 834L Pre, Northstar Designs Intenso DAC, Antique Sound Labs AV8 Monoblocks, Denon UDR-F10 Cassette, Acoustic Technologies Classic FR Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus sub, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable, Groneberg Quatro Reference IC's
    Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated Amp, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Analysis Plus Oval 9's, Zu Jumpers, AudioEngine B1 Streamer, Klipsch RB-61 v2, SVS PB1000 sub, Blue Jeans RCA IC's, Shunyata Hydra 8 Power Conditioner
    Living Room: Peachtree Nova Integrated, Cambridge CXN v2 Streamer, Rotel RCD-1072 CD player, Furman 15PFi Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi sub
    Garage #1: Cambridge Audio 640A Integrated Amp, Project Box-E BT Streamer, Polk Tsi200 Bookies, Douglas Speaker Cables, Shunyata Power Conditioner
    Garage #2: Cambridge Audio EVO150 Integrated Amplifier, Polk L200's, Analysis Plus Silver Oval 2 Speaker Cables, IC's TBD.
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    mlistens03 wrote: »
    la2vegas wrote: »
    Ok I'll be the first to admit that I don't know a whole lot about Klipsch speakers. I do know that they have a large following, especially of their vintage gear. These are 5 grand, I'm not contemplating purchasing them but are they truly worth this much?cygmx00joa83.jpghttps://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-la-scalla-2-speakers/6689101218.html

    Those look like original La Scala’s. I’ve heard the new ones, albeit not setup well, and I liked them. Nice clarity, soundstage, and BRIGHT. About as bright as I could take, and I love a bright speaker. A new set costs $4k a piece, seems like a deal, if only to flip.
    Klipsch seems to be a “you love it or you hate it” kinda thing, IMO.
    (Edit:) just looked at the bottom of your post, listed as La Scala’s, got it right the first time. :)

    That's considerably on the high side. Check with the folks over on the Klipsch forum, you'll find better deals. The La Scala is a nice speaker, especially when they ahve been modded. There was a vendor at LSAF this year that had a speaker setup based of modded Belles, which are basically the La Scala, and they were among the best at the show.
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  • verb
    verb Posts: 10,176
    This seems like a good deal on a Krell Pre. Just over 1 large. PAM5, highly touted, and excellent phono circuit.
    https://www.ebay.com/itm/Krell-PAM-5-Pre-Amplifier-With-Original-Power-Supply-In-Near-Mint-Condition/263901027169?hash=item3d71ba1b61:g:6CAAAOSwrhhaE-ie
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    Basement: Polk SDA SRS 1.2tl's, Cary SLP-05 Pre with ultimate upgrade,McIntosh MCD301 CD/SACD player, Northstar Designs Excelsio DAC, Cambridge 851N streamer, McIntosh MC300 Amp, Silnote Morpheus Ref2, Series2 Digital Cables, Silnote Morpheus Ref2 Series2 XLR's, Furman 15PFi Power Conditioner, Pangea Power Cables, MIT Shotgun S3 IC's, MIT Shotgun S1 Bi-Wire speaker cables
    Office: PC, EAR Acute CD Player, EAR 834L Pre, Northstar Designs Intenso DAC, Antique Sound Labs AV8 Monoblocks, Denon UDR-F10 Cassette, Acoustic Technologies Classic FR Speakers, SVS SB12 Plus sub, MIT AVt2 speaker cables, IFI Purifier2, AQ Cinnamon USB cable, Groneberg Quatro Reference IC's
    Spare Room: Dayens Ampino Integrated Amp, Tjoeb 99 tube CD player (modified Marantz CD-38), Analysis Plus Oval 9's, Zu Jumpers, AudioEngine B1 Streamer, Klipsch RB-61 v2, SVS PB1000 sub, Blue Jeans RCA IC's, Shunyata Hydra 8 Power Conditioner
    Living Room: Peachtree Nova Integrated, Cambridge CXN v2 Streamer, Rotel RCD-1072 CD player, Furman 15PFi Power Conditioner, Polk RT265 In Wall Speakers, Polk DSW Pro 660wi sub
    Garage #1: Cambridge Audio 640A Integrated Amp, Project Box-E BT Streamer, Polk Tsi200 Bookies, Douglas Speaker Cables, Shunyata Power Conditioner
    Garage #2: Cambridge Audio EVO150 Integrated Amplifier, Polk L200's, Analysis Plus Silver Oval 2 Speaker Cables, IC's TBD.
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  • Dabutcher
    Dabutcher Posts: 2,594
    edited September 2018
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    for 30 bucks. I could hand them out at stop lights when it gets cold to all the (homeless) beggars? Peace. D
    MIT Magnum MH-750, Monster HTS 5100MKII, Sony 77" Class - A80CJ Series - 4K UHD OLED,PS4, Def Tech 15” sub,LSIM 706c, Sunfire Signature Grand 425 x 4,Parasound hca 120, LSiM 702 x 4, Oppo 103D, SDA SRS 1.2, Pioneer Elite SC63 , Pioneer Elite BDP-05 “Why did you get married if you wanted big speakers?”
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  • kmeek
    kmeek Posts: 225
    edited September 2018
    la2vegas wrote: »
    Dabutcher wrote: »
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    for 30 bucks. I could hand them out at stop lights when it gets cold to all the (homeless) beggars? Peace. D

    Holy smokes, where's @stretchl when you need him. This is the kind of deal that gets his juices flowing. :D

    Buy a pair of LSi's and get a free blanket (just pay separate handling charges)...... :D
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  • mlistens03
    mlistens03 Posts: 2,767
    Sorry typo in my comment, 8k for a pair of new La Scala’s.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    la2vegas wrote: »
    Ok I'll be the first to admit that I don't know a whole lot about Klipsch speakers. I do know that they have a large following, especially of their vintage gear. These are 5 grand, I'm not contemplating purchasing them but are they truly worth this much?cygmx00joa83.jpghttps://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-la-scalla-2-speakers/6689101218.html

    Best five grand you'll ever spend on a speaker Gary....
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  • DaveHo
    DaveHo Posts: 3,500
    Dabutcher wrote: »
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    for 30 bucks. I could hand them out at stop lights when it gets cold to all the (homeless) beggars? Peace. D

    @Tony M these have your name on them. No more unprotected hauls.
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  • ZLTFUL
    ZLTFUL Posts: 5,648
    Clipdat wrote: »
    ZLTFUL wrote: »
    Yes, I got that. and I still stand by what I said. There is just some gear out there that has a reputation above and beyond...those names include Pass Labs, D'Agostino, Conrad Johnson, Audio Research...

    I didn't say the Ampino Pre was bad, I just think for that price bracket, a used Conrad Johnson tube pre is a much better buy. Not to mention the fun and flexibility of rolling tubes.

    Have you actually tried the Ampino Preamp vs the CJ? Or are you just basing this off of the "reputation" of Conrad Johnson?

    I have spent extensive time with both. I don't preach it if I don't practice it.
    "Some people find it easier to be conceited rather than correct."

    "Unwad those panties and have a good time man. We're all here to help each other, no matter how it might appear." DSkip
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  • Clipdat
    Clipdat Posts: 12,933
    ZLTFUL wrote: »
    I have spent extensive time with both. I don't preach it if I don't practice it.

    Thanks for the clarification. I searched your comment history for any mention of Dayens and didn't see anything.
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    lightman1 wrote: »
    la2vegas wrote: »
    Ok I'll be the first to admit that I don't know a whole lot about Klipsch speakers. I do know that they have a large following, especially of their vintage gear. These are 5 grand, I'm not contemplating purchasing them but are they truly worth this much?cygmx00joa83.jpghttps://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-la-scalla-2-speakers/6689101218.html

    Best five grand you'll ever spend on a speaker Gary....

    Better deals on Klipsch forum. Some heavily modded Belles and La Scalas can be had for substantially less than this. Done right they are some sweet speakers.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    Clipdat wrote: »
    ZLTFUL wrote: »
    I have spent extensive time with both. I don't preach it if I don't practice it.

    Thanks for the clarification. I searched your comment history for any mention of Dayens and didn't see anything.

    He spent a lot of time with mine, Drew. Not everything one has is explicit to the open threads of this forum.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    kharp1 wrote: »
    lightman1 wrote: »
    la2vegas wrote: »
    Ok I'll be the first to admit that I don't know a whole lot about Klipsch speakers. I do know that they have a large following, especially of their vintage gear. These are 5 grand, I'm not contemplating purchasing them but are they truly worth this much?cygmx00joa83.jpghttps://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-la-scalla-2-speakers/6689101218.html

    Best five grand you'll ever spend on a speaker Gary....

    Better deals on Klipsch forum. Some heavily modded Belles and La Scalas can be had for substantially less than this. Done right they are some sweet speakers.
    Shut your pie hole, Kerry...
    I am within striking distance of your location.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    DSkip wrote: »
    ZLTFUL wrote: »
    Clipdat wrote: »
    ZLTFUL wrote: »
    Yes, I got that. and I still stand by what I said. There is just some gear out there that has a reputation above and beyond...those names include Pass Labs, D'Agostino, Conrad Johnson, Audio Research...

    I didn't say the Ampino Pre was bad, I just think for that price bracket, a used Conrad Johnson tube pre is a much better buy. Not to mention the fun and flexibility of rolling tubes.

    Have you actually tried the Ampino Preamp vs the CJ? Or are you just basing this off of the "reputation" of Conrad Johnson?

    I have spent extensive time with both. I don't preach it if I don't practice it.

    When did you experience the Ampino preamp?

    A few days....
    I think.....
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  • Clipdat
    Clipdat Posts: 12,933
    lightman1 wrote: »
    He spent a lot of time with mine, Drew. Not everything one has is explicit to the open threads of this forum.

    With a niche product like this, any posted/published performance feedback like reviews, listening impressions, or general thoughts would go a long way.

    I'm simply surprised that he never posted about it despite having spent "extensive time" with it.
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    I procured mine from a Polkie in Indiana.
    It sounds really nice on small speakers that you have to put near books on your shelf.
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    lightman1 wrote: »
    kharp1 wrote: »
    lightman1 wrote: »
    la2vegas wrote: »
    Ok I'll be the first to admit that I don't know a whole lot about Klipsch speakers. I do know that they have a large following, especially of their vintage gear. These are 5 grand, I'm not contemplating purchasing them but are they truly worth this much?cygmx00joa83.jpghttps://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-la-scalla-2-speakers/6689101218.html

    Best five grand you'll ever spend on a speaker Gary....

    Better deals on Klipsch forum. Some heavily modded Belles and La Scalas can be had for substantially less than this. Done right they are some sweet speakers.
    Shut your pie hole, Kerry...
    I am within striking distance of your location.

    Pfft, I just got my license back for excessive speeding. I can out run your barhopping boom truck!
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,788
    DSkip wrote: »
    lightman1 wrote: »
    I procured mine from a Polkie in Indiana.
    It sounds really nice on small speakers that you have to put near books on your shelf.

    Integrated unit though, right?

    Yep. It holds its own on efficient small to medium speakagers.
    If you are looking for an arc welder that can drive a pair of Wilson's or any type of planar....this is not your integrated. If you want your Infinity RS series to forget they have woofers.
    This is your integrated...
    It's good points far outweigh the bad one point.
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    Beautiful pair of Belles in Cleveland area for reference only...no affiliation.

    https://cleveland.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-belle-speakers-with/6663175763.html
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  • tonyb
    tonyb Posts: 32,952
    lightman1 wrote: »
    kharp1 wrote: »
    lightman1 wrote: »
    la2vegas wrote: »
    Ok I'll be the first to admit that I don't know a whole lot about Klipsch speakers. I do know that they have a large following, especially of their vintage gear. These are 5 grand, I'm not contemplating purchasing them but are they truly worth this much?cygmx00joa83.jpghttps://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-la-scalla-2-speakers/6689101218.html

    Best five grand you'll ever spend on a speaker Gary....

    Better deals on Klipsch forum. Some heavily modded Belles and La Scalas can be had for substantially less than this. Done right they are some sweet speakers.
    Shut your pie hole, Kerry...
    I am within striking distance of your location.

    Hey now, don't be talkin' smack about my man Kerry, we'll make you a strange smell in the attic. :)

    Besides, pissin' across state lines is illegal in his state. :D
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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 25,381
    Quick lime...
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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,141
    edited September 2018
    kharp1 wrote: »
    Beautiful pair of Belles in Cleveland area for reference only...no affiliation.

    https://cleveland.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-belle-speakers-with/6663175763.html
    BEAUTIFUL SPEAKERS!
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    Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
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  • joecoulson
    joecoulson Posts: 4,943
    edited September 2018
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    Bargain hunt Gainesville GA

    Edit it’s marked wrong. It’s a recordmaster which goes for about $400+
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  • Clipdat
    Clipdat Posts: 12,933
    I'm giving that deal a solid MEH.

    Possibly two.

    Double up, meh, meh.
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  • Clipdat
    Clipdat Posts: 12,933
    joecoulson wrote: »
    Edit it’s marked wrong. It’s a recordmaster which goes for about $400+

    Interesting! How'd you realize the labeling error?
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  • joecoulson
    joecoulson Posts: 4,943
    The Project label on the box said the actual model. The tag was generated by Bargain Hunt.
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
    Tony M wrote: »
    kharp1 wrote: »
    Beautiful pair of Belles in Cleveland area for reference only...no affiliation.

    https://cleveland.craigslist.org/ele/d/klipsch-belle-speakers-with/6663175763.html
    BEAUTIFUL SPEAKERS!
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    Contacted the guy and think I'm going to send a deposit for them.
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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,141
    Those are some of the prettiest "big cabinet" Klipsch's I've seen in 20 years.

    The other ones were the Klipsch Horns. they were 3600.00 I think 20 years ago on Ebay. The wood finish was just like these. Perfect. :pB)
    Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
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