DC/MD/VA Area Members - Demo the Polk Audio MicroPro Subwoofer

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  • MillerLiteScott
    MillerLiteScott Posts: 2,561
    edited March 2008
    The hand off was made today. Thanks for picking it up John. It was good to see you again, sorry I was a little rushed.

    Scott
    I like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited March 2008
    MillerLiteScott wrote: »
    The hand off was made today. Thanks for picking it up John. It was good to see you again, sorry I was a little rushed.

    Scott

    Good to see you again Scott. I was very rushed myself. I managed to hit the camera store and make it to the gun range in time to meet my shooting partners!

    The H&K MP5 with full on suppressor was major badass! Everyone should have this for home defense. Take out a half dozen baddies without waking the wife and kids! ;)
    No excuses!
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  • skykeys
    skykeys Posts: 102
    edited March 2008
    Can anyone comment yet on what this thing sounds like? I'm very curious. I just recently installed my new set of (in-wall) speakers, and my new system includes a DSW-500. (I wasn't willing to risk installing an in-wall sub.) The DSW is adequate - and I mean that in a positive sense. It's okay. But I'd still prefer more punch. Can anyone compare the DWS-500 to this new sub?

    Thanks.
    Speakers:
    . 5.2 surround config:
    . . . In-wall L & R Fronts and Center: Polk LC265i, LCi-RTS-C. In-ceiling L & R rears: Polk LC80i
    . . . Floor Subs: Polk DSWPro 500, Paradigm PDR-10
    . Zone B: very old pair of Polk M 5's
    . In Storage but still favored: Paradigm Monitors

    AVR:
    . Yamaha RX-V863

    Universal DVD:
    . Oppo DV-980H

    TV:
    . Sony Bravia XBR LCD 40" 720P (2005 vintage)
    . Comcast Cable, Motorola box
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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited March 2008
    skykeys wrote: »
    Can anyone comment yet on what this thing sounds like? I'm very curious. I just recently installed my new set of (in-wall) speakers, and my new system includes a DSW-500. (I wasn't willing to risk installing an in-wall sub.) The DSW is adequate - and I mean that in a positive sense. It's okay. But I'd still prefer more punch. Can anyone compare the DWS-500 to this new sub?

    Thanks.


    :D i dont think anyone is suppose to say anything but from what i have read it is a killer subwoofer and i cant wait to demo it. and get these darn floorstanders from Mark
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited March 2008
    Frank, I haven't been able to give it a full workout yet, but will this weekend. Maybe during the week, next week we can do the handoff. I'll PM you.
    No excuses!
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  • skykeys
    skykeys Posts: 102
    edited March 2008
    Frank840 wrote: »
    :D i dont think anyone is suppose to say anything but from what i have read it is a killer subwoofer and i cant wait to demo it. and get these darn floorstanders from Mark

    Okay, that's fair enough, I suppose. :)

    So, when are these new subs supposed to be released to the public for sale?

    Are these the same line of subs that were originally announced and shown almost a year ago? Why such a long gestation period?

    http://www.audioholics.com/news/trade-show-coverage/2006-cedia-expo/polk-new-line-of-subwoofers

    I appreciate any info you can share.

    Thanks.
    Speakers:
    . 5.2 surround config:
    . . . In-wall L & R Fronts and Center: Polk LC265i, LCi-RTS-C. In-ceiling L & R rears: Polk LC80i
    . . . Floor Subs: Polk DSWPro 500, Paradigm PDR-10
    . Zone B: very old pair of Polk M 5's
    . In Storage but still favored: Paradigm Monitors

    AVR:
    . Yamaha RX-V863

    Universal DVD:
    . Oppo DV-980H

    TV:
    . Sony Bravia XBR LCD 40" 720P (2005 vintage)
    . Comcast Cable, Motorola box
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited March 2008
    The demo is sorta private and Polk is keeping the reviews and comments private for research purposes right now. I'm not sure when these hit the streets as I'm sometimes that last person to know.

    They were originally announced and shown at CES, long before CEDIA. The timeframe has been long due to some changes and revisions, which happens with most new products.
    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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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited March 2008
    K just recieved the Sub its cute :)
    - This your Bush?
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    Polk Lsic,15's,9's, PSW1000
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited March 2008
    WOOT!

    Remember guys, please let me know when you're done as I have some review paperwork for you to fill out.
    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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  • skykeys
    skykeys Posts: 102
    edited April 2008
    Hi Dorokusai,

    Would it be possible for me to get one of these puppies to try out also? I think I read in an earlier part of this thread that you wanted to keep it relatively local to your area. I'm located in between Wilmington, DE, and Philadelphia. Is that too far? I'd be willing to drive down to MD to pick one up.

    I think I'm in a good position to be a tester. I have an all new Polk set up - which I believe you're read about in other threads here. I have the DSW500, so I could compare it against the new one. :)

    Interested? I appreciate your consideration.

    Thanks.
    Speakers:
    . 5.2 surround config:
    . . . In-wall L & R Fronts and Center: Polk LC265i, LCi-RTS-C. In-ceiling L & R rears: Polk LC80i
    . . . Floor Subs: Polk DSWPro 500, Paradigm PDR-10
    . Zone B: very old pair of Polk M 5's
    . In Storage but still favored: Paradigm Monitors

    AVR:
    . Yamaha RX-V863

    Universal DVD:
    . Oppo DV-980H

    TV:
    . Sony Bravia XBR LCD 40" 720P (2005 vintage)
    . Comcast Cable, Motorola box
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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited April 2008
    hmm so who is next ? or am i the end of the demo ? :confused:
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    Polk Lsic,15's,9's, PSW1000
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    skykeys wrote: »
    Hi Dorokusai,

    Would it be possible for me to get one of these puppies to try out also? I think I read in an earlier part of this thread that you wanted to keep it relatively local to your area. I'm located in between Wilmington, DE, and Philadelphia. Is that too far? I'd be willing to drive down to MD to pick one up.

    I think I'm in a good position to be a tester. I have an all new Polk set up - which I believe you're read about in other threads here. I have the DSW500, so I could compare it against the new one. :)

    Interested? I appreciate your consideration.

    Thanks.

    Sorry, just noticed the request. Unfortunately, this is a very limited area demo by Polk's request. If I extend it past the original idea, more people get involved, some people get angry that it's not coming to them and it's not worth the hassle. There is too much going on right now in regards to free Polk demos. We simply can't get everyone on each round.

    We try to get these demos in different parts of the country and there are a host of these that are strictly privately handled.

    I'll will definitely look into what we can do for the DE, NY, NJ area as well as an earlier request for a Northwest demo. Just hang loose.
    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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  • skykeys
    skykeys Posts: 102
    edited April 2008
    I see that the MicroPro Subs are finally on sale to the public and listed on the Polk web site. Does that mean the demo phase is over, or might they still be available to demo?

    Also, now that they are on sale, are the folks who have demo'd them allowed to post comments now?

    Thanks.
    Speakers:
    . 5.2 surround config:
    . . . In-wall L & R Fronts and Center: Polk LC265i, LCi-RTS-C. In-ceiling L & R rears: Polk LC80i
    . . . Floor Subs: Polk DSWPro 500, Paradigm PDR-10
    . Zone B: very old pair of Polk M 5's
    . In Storage but still favored: Paradigm Monitors

    AVR:
    . Yamaha RX-V863

    Universal DVD:
    . Oppo DV-980H

    TV:
    . Sony Bravia XBR LCD 40" 720P (2005 vintage)
    . Comcast Cable, Motorola box
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    Yes and Yes as far as I know.
    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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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited April 2008
    Hey Mark who am i handed it off too ?
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    Polk Lsic,15's,9's, PSW1000
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    James, James or Noah......You around?????
    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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  • jtgranby
    jtgranby Posts: 887
    edited April 2008
    I am here Mark Gotta go to the Nationals game tomorrow. Free after Mon to make a handoff. Just let me know where.

    JT
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    Frank - Can you PM James(Jtgranby) and work out something with him? He's not to far away from you.
    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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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited April 2008
    thats no problem
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    Thanks Frank, you rule. I still have those speakers..... ;)
    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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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited April 2008
    dorokusai wrote: »
    Thanks Frank, you rule. I still have those speakers..... ;)

    sweet right now i am selling some rc stuff once that is Gone I will get tho's speakers off your hands :D
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    Polk Lsic,15's,9's, PSW1000
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    What you got? Email me.
    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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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited May 2008
    hey Mark having a little problem gettin ahold of James do you want me to hand off to the next person?
    - This your Bush?
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    Polk Lsic,15's,9's, PSW1000
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2008
    Frank - Yea, hold on, I emailed him as well. When you want these speakers? You don't have to settle all at once....I need to get these outta my truck man :)
    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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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited May 2008
    dorokusai wrote: »
    Frank - Yea, hold on, I emailed him as well. When you want these speakers? You don't have to settle all at once....I need to get these outta my truck man :)


    i keep forgettin about you mybad pm me your number again.

    so whats good with the rc stuff? did you go to fredrick Hobby's ?
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    Polk Lsic,15's,9's, PSW1000
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2008
    I'll email you. No, that's what I should have done today since I didn't have anything to do....damnit! I'll get up there this week and look around. As I said in the email, it's something I'm almost afraid to mess with right now....I have a couple hobbies as is :)
    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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  • jtgranby
    jtgranby Posts: 887
    edited May 2008
    Mark

    We are going to make the handoff tomorrow.

    Jim
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2008
    Thanks guys.
    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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  • Frank840
    Frank840 Posts: 262
    edited May 2008
    the hand off was easy.. who knew there was a golf course in Ellicott City...:cool:
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    Polk Lsic,15's,9's, PSW1000
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited May 2008
    Frank/ James - Thanks for making that happen. That's cool Polkie stuff right there and I hope I get a Bud Light at some point.
    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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