Atlanta Locals: Great Gear Interest Check

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    you need to bring over your JMs and the Stratos for a comparo one day ---

    Stereo Stratos vs. Mono Stratos...

    Congrats man - you will def like it
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Man I need to stop viewing this thread --

    I keep wanting those VMPS...

    *sigh*
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited November 2007
    you want them...you want them...you want them...you want them...you want them...
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    Simple question. If you had a cool million bucks, what would you do with it?
    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Ill ponder this

    If Treitz would be able to pick them up with the other gear (I'll split the cost of gas with ya)

    And Early will honor his previous price...

    I'll think about it...

    Dangit

    (I'm just pondering this, if someone wants them, by all means take them!) lol
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »
    Man I need to stop viewing this thread --

    I keep wanting those VMPS...

    *sigh*

    Well, Sid, let me tell you a story about those VMPS Tower IISE speakers....

    As you know, my friend has your exact model 7U's, even down to the same finish. When they arrived, we conducted a brief A/B test between the 7U's and the Tower II's. I was expecting the 7U's to spank the VMPS' in terms of detail and clarity, midrange quality, etc., but it wasn't so. In fact, the VMPS' sounded equally as good as the 7U's. I was shocked. The difference was in the bass -- for the 7U's, the bass was actually much deeper and tighter in the small room we were in. Again, I was shocked. (I later realized the bass was loading up in the corners of the room moreso with the 7U's, so it was kinda artificial, but quite impressive nonetheless.) The bass on the VMPS' was "wider" or "fuller." Of course, we didn't go as far as tweaking the bass (i.e., pinching putty) for the room. So the bass from either speaker wasn't better or worse, just different in its presentation.

    This meager "experiment" demonstrated to us that the VMPS speakers represent an incredible value compared to the 7U's.

    The other thing to keep in mind -- If you'll recall, I used to trade out speakers every couple of months before I got my Tower II's. I ain't selling them anytime soon. I really appreciate the ability to dial in the sound I want for each speaker using the midrange and treble pots. I really haven't delved into pinching putty very much, but the fact that I can is very cool.

    Sid -- if I had the space, I would have already purchased my friend's Tower II's to use as rear speakers. It would be like having subwoofers in every speaker. For the price, they can't be beat.

    Let me know soon if you're still interested. I spoke with my friend yesterday and he's contemplating holding onto the VMPS' to serve as his HT fronts, but since he hasn't totally commited to doing this yet, perhaps I can pursuade him to sell them to you.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Brad, you suck.

    If Treitz has room --

    I'll take them and split gas with him.

    And if Treitz dosn't have room ---

    I'll take a road trip one weekend...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    I guess worst come to worst --

    I'll have some BEASTING surround channels in the future...

    But mark them sold - they are mine, you suck, you know it, they better be cake eating awesome.... LOL *sigh* this just NEVER ENDS!!!!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    I also will need more pictures of those VMPS towers.....

    (Front, Sides, Backs, Tops)

    Thanks
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    OK, Sid, I'll confer with my friend today and PM you.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Ill be at work most of the day --- so, will keep track as I can...

    Thanks
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »
    Ill be at work most of the day --- so, will keep track as I can...

    Thanks

    Off topic -- are you enrolled in trade school right now?
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    Oh, I should also mention that the 12" passive radiators on the VMPS' are new.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Technically I am, after this semester - I will probally take a break...

    New PRs?

    Sweet
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Oh yeah --

    Tom - if he dosnt have boxes for the 7u -- you can borrow mine for the journey...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • SLOCOOKN
    SLOCOOKN Posts: 704
    edited November 2007
    If Sid backs out I would like to be considered for the VMPS please!

    Thanks,

    Steve

    Edit:

    I need to know asap as a family friend is traveling to GA over the holiday. Where at in GA?
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Those VMPS are sold --

    I'll drive there to get them if I have to.... LOL

    *sigh*

    This hobby sucks...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Also ---

    I'll mail you the money in the next few days - just PM me your addy, and I'll make it down there in the coming weeks if thats cool...

    Just awaiting more pictures and so forth...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited November 2007
    I will have no problem picking them up for you Trey. I'll empty out the [work] trailer and that way we won't have to worry about the elements. The trailer has a kick a$$ suspension and I've carried Carver amazings from Fla. and my whole rig to and from this years Carverfest with absolutely no problems. Not even so much as a scratch on anything.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    AWESOME

    Do you need the boxes for the 7u just in case?
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited November 2007
    I dunno. I'll have to wait for Early to chime in.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »
    Do you need the boxes for the 7u just in case?

    No. My friend has the boxes for the 7U's. It's nice of you to offer, though.

    Sid -- I still have to confirm with my friend if he's gonna sell the VMPS speakers. If so, they're yours. I'll talk to him tonight. I'll also try and get more pics sometime this week. I'll have to arrange a time to go over his house and snap the pics myself.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited November 2007
    Early, could you snap a pic of the inside of the amp for me?

    Please? Pretty please with sugar on top?
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Thanks --

    Part of me wants me to hear he's not going to sell them ;)

    But I'll give them a good home...

    As for the amp --

    Amp innards will just look like this...

    The innards was my old Khartago, which is the same amp - different case...

    And the heat sinks will be like whats on my current amps, just to tie ya over! ;)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Hey Brad,
    As soon as I see some more pics (larger pics at that) and a confirmation - a money order will be sent your way..
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Hmm

    I might have to go down there this weekend... haa

    I want to hear these speakers....

    The fact Early B says they are as good if not better than my beloved 7u.... has my interest sparked...

    Ah, me need an answer :(

    Pestering Sid...

    I figured if they dont quite do it for me - they'd be smoking surrounds...

    But -- haha

    These don't use the Megawoofers do they?
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    VMPS speakers -- SOLD!!
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,647
    edited November 2007
    Will send money out next few days ---

    After I see some more pics please! :)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    VMPS pics below...
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    Taylos pics below...
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2007
    Odyssey pics below...
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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