Garage Sell Find - worth it or not

thsmith
thsmith Posts: 6,082
edited July 2011 in Vintage Speakers
I found these locally at a grarage sell, are they worth $30, I have not bought them but may recommend a to a friend for garage or man cave.
Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited May 2009
    Yes get them. The Peerless tweeter is worth that by itself. They normally sell for about $200.
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  • agfrost
    agfrost Posts: 2,428
    edited May 2009
    Them be some RTA 12's of some variety, with the desirable Peerless tweets. If operational ( or even just for parts) that's a pretty smoking deal IMO.
    Jay
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  • dane_peterson
    dane_peterson Posts: 1,903
    edited May 2009
    Jump on those and never look back!
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,243
    edited May 2009
    Dude you need to pick them up. $3O IS A STEAL
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  • Ender
    Ender Posts: 603
    edited May 2009
    Wow... Can I have them?
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    edited May 2009
    They could top $200 here or on eBay. You'd be stupid not to get them. In fact, you're stupid to have not bought them on the spot!
    Ludicrous gibs!
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited May 2009
    Aren't garage sales the bomb!? You can strike out a lot but then something like this comes along.....:D
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited May 2009
    Well I hope he is running back to get those.
    Please. 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
    Ben
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited May 2009
    dpowell wrote: »
    Aren't garage sales the bomb!? You can strike out a lot but then something like this comes along.....:D

    I usually strike out.
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited May 2009
    I have seen them other than pics but he will hold them for me.

    SO I guess I will get them, do nnot want to appear to be stupid;)
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • BIZILL
    BIZILL Posts: 5,432
    edited May 2009
    too late. you're still sittin' on your bum and twiddlin' your thumbs...

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    PANASONIC PT-AE4000U -- DIY WILSONART DW 135" 2.35:1 SCREEN
     ONKYO TX-SR805
    CENTER: CSI5
    MAINS: RTI8'S
    SURROUNDS: RTI8'S
    7.1 SURROUNDS: RTI6'S
    SUB: SVS PB12-PLUS/2 (12.3 series)
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    bobman1235 wrote:
    I have no facts to back that up, but I never let facts get in the way of my arguments.
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  • Ron Temple
    Ron Temple Posts: 3,212
    edited May 2009
    Those RTA 12s look funky. I've seen several pair sometimes with crushed socks go on the local CL from $75-$250 asking price. I know they are supposed to be excellent speakers, just can't get away from the naked dust catcher on top.

    Combo rig:

    Onkyo NR1007 pre-pro, Carver TFM 45(fronts), Carver TFM 35 (surrounds)
    SDA 1C, CS400i, SDA 2B
    PB13Ultra RO
    BW Silvers
    Oppo BDP-83SE
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited May 2009
    BIZILL wrote: »
    too late. you're still sittin' on your bum and twiddlin' your thumbs...

    Amen brother. The things you read on this forum.
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited May 2009
    I will be picking them up Saturday with the friend that wants them.

    Thanks for all the information.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited May 2009
    30 dollars!! You can barely get a dinner at a good restaurant for that price!

    A no brainer...

    Good choice.

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

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  • Ron Temple
    Ron Temple Posts: 3,212
    edited May 2009
    cnh wrote: »
    30 dollars!! You can barely get a dinner at a good restaurant for that price!

    A no brainer...

    Good choice.

    cnh
    You must be single.

    Combo rig:

    Onkyo NR1007 pre-pro, Carver TFM 45(fronts), Carver TFM 35 (surrounds)
    SDA 1C, CS400i, SDA 2B
    PB13Ultra RO
    BW Silvers
    Oppo BDP-83SE
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited May 2009
    No I'm married, but I spent 10 years in NYC before I moved north. Even in the 80s you could spend more than that in NY....or a lot LESS if you took advantage of Chinatown and Little India, little Korea, or Greek-town in Astoria.

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited May 2009
    I picked up the RTA 12s today. They are in excellent shape except being dusty and having dog hair on them.

    Spent about an hour cleaning them. I get what all the fiuss is about for the Peerless tweet.

    I think these speakers would benifit from being raise off the floor a bit but overall very impressive sound.

    WHat ohm rating are these speakers ?

    I want to make sure my friend uses the right amp with these babies.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited May 2009
    I'm pretty sure those are 4 ohm speakers....but I'd wait for the BOYS to confirm that.

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • BottomFeeder
    BottomFeeder Posts: 1,684
    edited May 2009
    Yeah, those are the original RTA 12's, just w/the tweeter mounted sideways as they sometimes were. & You're right, they WILL sound better when lifted off the ground a bit. My dad had a pair that came w/some stands that de-coupled them from the floor. Later versions came w/an extra 5 inches or so of wood on the bottom that accomplished the same thing.

    Nice find & congratulations. Your friend will love them. I miss mine.
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited May 2009
    cnh wrote: »
    I'm pretty sure those are 4 ohm speakers....but I'd wait for the BOYS to confirm that.

    cnh

    Thanks CNH, anyone that can confirm ohm rating for these ?
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • jimbo1421
    jimbo1421 Posts: 772
    edited May 2009
    Would someone explain to me the concept behind mounting the tweeters outside the box?
    5.1 System:
    TCL R613 55" 4K
    Front: SRS-3.1TL
    Center: CS400i
    Surround: Monitor 10B
    PSW10 subwoofer
    Onkyo PR-SC886P Pre/Pro
    NAD T955 5 channel power amplifier
    Technics SL-1710 MK2 turntable
    Audio-Technica AT14Sa cartridge
    Parasound P3 pre-amp
    Oppo BDP-103 Blu-Ray
    2014 MacBook Pro 2.8 GHz

    2.0 Office System:
    Monitor 10A (Peerless)
    Outlaw 1050 receiver
    Parasound HCA-1000A power amp
    MacPro
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  • Ron Temple
    Ron Temple Posts: 3,212
    edited May 2009
    thsmith wrote: »
    Thanks CNH, anyone that can confirm ohm rating for these ?
    I can't confirm or deny, but my guess is 4, 5 or 6 ohm. In any case, he'll need something that can handle low impedence. That really helps, huh :p?

    Combo rig:

    Onkyo NR1007 pre-pro, Carver TFM 45(fronts), Carver TFM 35 (surrounds)
    SDA 1C, CS400i, SDA 2B
    PB13Ultra RO
    BW Silvers
    Oppo BDP-83SE
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  • seeclear
    seeclear Posts: 1,242
    edited May 2009
    on PolkSDA.com, the RTA8 and RTA11 are shown as 6 ohm, FWIW

    But those were manufactured later than the RTA12, so I'm not sure it means much.
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    edited May 2009
    jimbo1421 wrote: »
    Would someone explain to me the concept behind mounting the tweeters outside the box?

    My understanding is that it has less to do with being outside the cabinet as it does with putting the tweeter into proper phase, much like the angle on the Monitor 10 stands were supposed to do.
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited May 2009
    It may be a bit retro...but that looks 'cool'....

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited May 2009
    Here is a couple of pics. cabinets, grills and hats are in great shape.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • BIZILL
    BIZILL Posts: 5,432
    edited May 2009
    how do they sound?

    POLK SDA-SRS 1.2TL -- ADCOM GFA-5802
    PANASONIC PT-AE4000U -- DIY WILSONART DW 135" 2.35:1 SCREEN
     ONKYO TX-SR805
    CENTER: CSI5
    MAINS: RTI8'S
    SURROUNDS: RTI8'S
    7.1 SURROUNDS: RTI6'S
    SUB: SVS PB12-PLUS/2 (12.3 series)
    XBOX 360    WiiPS3/blu-rayTOSHIBA HD-A35 hd dvd

    http://polkarmy.com/forums/index.php
    bobman1235 wrote:
    I have no facts to back that up, but I never let facts get in the way of my arguments.
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited May 2009
    Now that they are off the floor the sound stage is much taller. The Highs are clean and detailed. Mid bass is smooth and tight.

    They do not have the bass punch the 1Cs have but in a smaller room the RTAs would have more than enough bass.

    Definately a nice speaker. The friend they are going to has a early 80s Yamaha amp and pre-amp.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • Deadof_knight
    Deadof_knight Posts: 980
    edited May 2009
    garage sale find oh my god !!!!! Im green with envy !!!

    I think I would give another 30 to make me feel a little better about steaing them !!!!
    :cool: " He who dies with the most equipment wins Right ? "

    Denon 3300 Adcom 535 BBe w/sub out 1 pr 4.6s 2 pr of 4 jrs Recent additions Samsung Lns-4095D LCD, Samsung hd-960 DVD, Monster HT-5000 Power center    ,HPSA-1000 18" sealed DiY home sub.:D
    Black Laquer 1.2tl's w/ upgraded x-overs and Tweets BI-Amped with 2 Carver tfm-35's Knukonceptz 10ga cables
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