Which SDAs are these ?

thsmith

Would these be considered an upgrade over the Monitor 12s ?

Thanks,

jtgranby

thsmith wrote: »

Would these be considered an upgrade over the Monitor 12s ?

Thanks,

Yes with the right amplification.

SDA2-B

Jim

Ron Temple

thsmith wrote: »

Would these be considered an upgrade over the Monitor 12s ?

Thanks,

Pretty sure they are 2Bs, they have the right cabinet. 2Bs are the last and best rev of the SDA2s. I've got a pair and like them a lot. Very wide soundstage, great bass, a little more forward than my 1Cs and the soundstage is not quite as tall. How they compare to the M12s, I couldn't tell ya. During a 2 channel comparison with the 1Cs, I couldn't really decide which I preferred. They are different, but both are great speakers. My son, however, pointed to the 1Cs and said it wasn't even close.

If the price is right and you really want to get a taste, you won't be disappointed. It might be that what these SDAs add won't be a huge improvement over the 12s...though most would still recommend them first.

Braddles

thsmith wrote: »

Would these be considered an upgrade over the Monitor 12s ?

Thanks,

Just replied to your other post but say it again in case you missed it.

I would have spewed if i had of sold my 12's without listening to my 2a's first.

They sound very different, yes. Better...... ? Not realy just different.

2b's my be better again. Others here would know better the me.

I would not buy before try.

Just me though.

thsmith

Ron Temple wrote: »

Pretty sure they are 2Bs, they have the right cabinet. 2Bs are the last and best rev of the SDA2s. I've got a pair and like them a lot. Very wide soundstage, great bass, a little more forward than my 1Cs and the soundstage is not quite as tall. How they compare to the M12s, I couldn't tell ya. During a 2 channel comparison with the 1Cs, I couldn't really decide which I preferred. They are different, but both are great speakers. My son, however, pointed to the 1Cs and said it wasn't even close.

If the price is right and you really want to get a taste, you won't be disappointed. It might be that what these SDAs add won't be a huge improvement over the 12s...though most would still recommend them first.

Thanks Ron, For $215 they look like a good deal. Since they are on the east coast pickingthem up is a problem.

We need to start a Vintage Polkie rescue network and as people travel duirng the Holidays or vacation drop them off and pick up:rolleyes:

Ron Temple

You've got the room for it. I'd wait for a pair of 1Cs, SRS 2s, 2.3s or 1.2s (TL if possible) to come up locally.

I'm in the transportation business and ship new audio products everyday. Adequate (in my mind) packing of SDAs is expensive, pallet(s), materials, removing drivers and boxing them and labor cost would run $150 - $250 depending on the model...add another $150 minimum for transportation and fuel and it ain't no bargain anymore.

mewisemagic

i saw these in person, they look pretty good to me, had a chance to buy them,but i don't have the room for them and my sda 2.3tl's

zingo

Adding the TL upgrade to the 2Bs can make them a very formidable SDA and one that some people aren't willing to part with. I have the SRS 4.1TL with RDOs and they are fantastic speakers.

thsmith

Ron Temple wrote: »

You've got the room for it. I'd wait for a pair of 1Cs, SRS 2s, 2.3s or 1.2s (TL if possible) to come up locally.

I'm in the transportation business and ship new audio products everyday. Adequate (in my mind) packing of SDAs is expensive, pallet(s), materials, removing drivers and boxing them and labor cost would run $150 - $250 depending on the model...add another $150 minimum for transportation and fuel and it ain't no bargain anymore.

Sounds like sage advice;)

There are so many deals out there (theres about 20 on CL right now), it just drives me nuts:eek:

thsmith

mewisemagic wrote: »

i saw these in person, they look pretty good to me, had a chance to buy them,but i don't have the room for them and my sda 2.3tl's

The pics the guy sent look great. I never thought to ask if any polkies had or would look at them. The shipping thing just kills it though.

We need a Vintage Polk Rescue (VPR) undergound system

Herfnwolf

I have talked with the seller recently and agreed to give them a good home if no one stepped up to buy before my next visit to Charlotte sometime next week.

I'm really looking for 2.3TLs or 1.2TLs but could give them a good home for a while. Go get them and save me the spousal abuse.....

Dj

thsmith

Herfnwolf wrote: »

I have talked with the seller recently and agreed to give them a good home if no one stepped up to buy before my next visit to Charlotte sometime next week.

I'm really looking for 2.3TLs or 1.2TLs but could give them a good home for a while. Go get them and save me the spousal abuse.....

Dj

If only the trip was not 1049.68 miles.


There is a pair of SRSs in Charlotte NC, not what your looking for though.

http://charlotte.craigslist.org/ele/888406755.html

mewisemagic

the seller is a good guy. i bought a lot of stuff from him a couple of months ago. he is located in gaffney,s.c.

Herfnwolf

TH,
I been looking at those but considering the upgrades + $1,500 is a little much. Maybe later... when I get my tax cut.....right ;^)

DJ

dorokusai

Ron Temple wrote: »

You've got the room for it. I'd wait for a pair of 1Cs, SRS 2s, 2.3s or 1.2s (TL if possible) to come up locally.

With all due respect to Big Ron...I'd remove the the 1.2(TL) from that list. It's overrated and the other models mentioned are way more fun to play with....and easier to find. The sleeper is the SDA SRS 2 and the best performer is the 2.3TL. YMMV.

thsmith

I think I have the SDA or SRS bug real bad, I am feverish, can't sleep and its all I think about.

The big SDA mentioned here would be great but the price is well, a lot right now.

I can afford something like the 2 Bs.

The question is would the 2 Bs be the medicine I need to put the bug at bay for a while or would I just be delaying the inevitable?

I recognize that is a subjective question and asking others to tell me what would be right for me, hopefully some of you have gone down this path and can share your experience.


Thanks,

Ron Temple

dorokusai wrote: »

With all due respect to Big Ron...I'd remove the the 1.2(TL) from that list. It's overrated and the other models mentioned are way more fun to play with....and easier to find. The sleeper is the SDA SRS 2 and the best performer is the 2.3TL. YMMV.

Mark, I actually agree with you on the 1.2s, not that they are overrated. I haven't heard them long enough to make that decision. Just that they are so damn big and heavy you need to put them in a cathedral.

Face

thsmith, for most rooms, 2B's should be sufficient. I definitely wouldn't turn them down.

dorokusai

Ron Temple wrote: »

Mark, I actually agree with you on the 1.2s, not that they are overrated. I haven't heard them long enough to make that decision. Just that they are so damn big and heavy you need to put them in a cathedral.

Yep, they are larger than normal....what do you mean, you don't live in a Church like I do?

Conradicles

They are mine now. Thanks shoester5 for the great deal. These speakers were well cared for.
My first SDA's...now I have to search this forum and find out how to space and place them in my huge room.:)

ben62670

Congrats. You will want the speakers about 6-8 feet apart, not toed in at all, at least 3 feet on either side, and 6-12 from the back wall. You should have your sweet spot about 8-10 feet back. All rooms are different, but those general guidelines are pretty solid.
Ben

Conradicles

Thanks Ben. He gave me an inter-connect cable he had made. It looks nice.
Do I really need to buy a new one from Polk?

ben62670

Conradicles wrote: »

Thanks Ben. He gave me an inter-connect cable he had made. It looks nice.
Do I really need to buy a new one from Polk?

If it is solid, and fits well then I wouldn't worry about it for now:)
Ben

thsmith

Congrats ! Seller seems like a stand up guy.

hangon

thsmith wrote: »

Thanks Ron, For $215 they look like a good deal. Since they are on the east coast pickingthem up is a problem.

We need to start a Vintage Polkie rescue network and as people travel duirng the Holidays or vacation drop them off and pick up:rolleyes:

I purchased mine for $75.00. They came with the interconnect and a 150 wpc receiver. Talk him down a little

Conradicles

He is a stand up guy and a Club Polk member. He still has more gear for sale. I wish a had the cash to get his Carver amp he is selling for $160. Great deal.

Conradicles

Should I get them new RD0-194-1 tweeters from Polk? I did notice that these SL2000 tweeters in my SDA 2B's do not sound quite as harsh as the ones in my Monitor 10B's.
Do any of you know why?
Do the SL2000 tweeters sound worse with age or being driven hard?
Maybe just the crossover in the SDA is better?

Any input would be helpful and most appreciated. Thanks to all.

Conradicles

I ordered the RD0194 tweets from Polk. Can't wait to get them installed and broke in. After that, I'm going to try and upgrade the XO's. Then one day...a new amp...

zingo

That sounds like a good plan.

Fatbrando

Careful Herfnwolf, there's a few folks on here that'll question your opinion of prices. Don't wanna see the wolf get bit...

FB

Conradicles

Any Polk experts know if my SDA2B have real wood at the top and bottom. It sure does not look like or feel like the false wood on my other Polk speakers. These are the type with the black fabric cloth on the sides of the speakers.