7B's, vinyl, budget stereo...too many variables
Jonesy
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I understand the thread title is a little unfocused, but let me try to explain.....
Right up front let me lay out what's playing:
Monitor 7B's x'over'd @ 60hz with an Infinity IL100-> pushed by a Carver PM-175 -> through an Adcom GFP 555II -> fed by a Pioneer PL-112D with a new Shure M97xE.
I'm sure I've gone on about my new-found enjoyment with pure stereo on the 7B's in previous threads, but I've now combined that fixation with my even more recent fascination with vinyl. Hearing the 7B's pumping vinyl is a new sensation for me, and a damn fine one at that!
Don't get me wrong. I'm not confusing this set-up with a modern vinyl-sourced mid-fi rig. But for what I have invested I really can't believe what I'm hearing.
Let me break it down:
Pioneer PL-112D: $25
Shure M97xE: $70
Adcom 555 GFPII: basically gratis, or to be traded for mucho-heavy labor at a future date.
Carver PM-175: $1 (no ****) (same guy as the Adcom)
Infinity IL100: $600 package with a pair of IL30's 8 years ago.
Monitor 7B's: $175. Pricey....I know, but they were minty-fresh and I ain't the smartest guy in the room.
So for <$600 I feel I'm getting one of the largest audio bargains around. This rig in this room is alive and pumpin. The 7B's are really dissapearing and unfortunately it's making me wonder what a set of SDA's would do here.
I don't know if this is a testemonial or a question but I just had to share. I suppose what I'm really interested in is if others have had nice results with vintage Polk's and older gear.
I understand the thread title is a little unfocused, but let me try to explain.....
Right up front let me lay out what's playing:
Monitor 7B's x'over'd @ 60hz with an Infinity IL100-> pushed by a Carver PM-175 -> through an Adcom GFP 555II -> fed by a Pioneer PL-112D with a new Shure M97xE.
I'm sure I've gone on about my new-found enjoyment with pure stereo on the 7B's in previous threads, but I've now combined that fixation with my even more recent fascination with vinyl. Hearing the 7B's pumping vinyl is a new sensation for me, and a damn fine one at that!
Don't get me wrong. I'm not confusing this set-up with a modern vinyl-sourced mid-fi rig. But for what I have invested I really can't believe what I'm hearing.
Let me break it down:
Pioneer PL-112D: $25
Shure M97xE: $70
Adcom 555 GFPII: basically gratis, or to be traded for mucho-heavy labor at a future date.
Carver PM-175: $1 (no ****) (same guy as the Adcom)
Infinity IL100: $600 package with a pair of IL30's 8 years ago.
Monitor 7B's: $175. Pricey....I know, but they were minty-fresh and I ain't the smartest guy in the room.
So for <$600 I feel I'm getting one of the largest audio bargains around. This rig in this room is alive and pumpin. The 7B's are really dissapearing and unfortunately it's making me wonder what a set of SDA's would do here.
I don't know if this is a testemonial or a question but I just had to share. I suppose what I'm really interested in is if others have had nice results with vintage Polk's and older gear.
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Thats pretty sweet on the pocket. I have had the GFP-555, and an Infinity IL120. A better Pre would be nice as most of the Adcom pre's are not up to Adcom's standards. Blend your sub in for now, and upgrade in the future. I personally don't feel the need for a sub with 7's.
Congrats, and enjoy.
BenPlease. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
Thanks
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Looks a bit like my old Pioneer TT. It sounds good for being mass produced consumer electronics... I guess they don't make em' like they used to. I kept the table, did some basic cleaning, replaced a few old wires, and put in a new Grado cart... so it sounds pretty good.
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Congrats on the rig. Sounds nice. I really like the 7's but really don't know why I sold mine.
