SDS-SRS original issue vs SDA-2.3tl's...

nooshinjohn
nooshinjohn Posts: 25,476
edited June 2009 in Vintage Speakers
I have a line on both sets of speakers, but alas can only choose one of them. The original SRS monsters or the 2.3tl's is my dilema. I like the fact the srs's are 4 ohm designs vs the 8ohm for the tl's and I have a history with the 1.2tl's... If you had to pick one or the other, which would you choose and why. These will be the last pair of SDA's I will get for the rest of my life(wife says any more and she will hasten my demise:confused:) So guys, help me choose:)
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited June 2009
    Original SRS Monsters would get my vote.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,349
    edited June 2009
    2.3tl's all day. IMHO
    But you should already know this NJ.

    It really comes down to what you want.
    Me I would go after the 2.3tl's if you don't want them hook me up.LOL
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited June 2009
    If these are your last pair then I'd go with the big boys. If you go with the 2.3tl's you'll always wonder about the 1.2's. Both are great but it also depends on your room size and how much you're willing to spend on a good amp.

    Go big or go home?

    Who has the 2.3tl's for sale with brand new end caps, new grill cloth in great condition?:D
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,476
    edited June 2009
    TOOLFORLIFEFAN wrote: »
    2.3tl's all day. IMHO
    But you should already know this NJ.

    It really comes down to what you want.
    Me I would go after the 2.3tl's if you don't want them hook me up.LOL



    you bet...
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,815
    edited June 2009
    I fail to see why the ohm rating would influence you one way or the other, but for the record the 2.3TL's are 6 ohm nominal. They also have better built cabinets, an improved crossover, can use the better RD0198-1 tweeters and with the AI-1, you can run any amp(s) you please. Not to mention that they sound better, IMO.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,349
    edited June 2009
    +1 with F1 NJ

    I have had my ears on both, And I would take the 2.3tl's hands down.
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

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    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
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    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

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  • MillerLiteScott
    MillerLiteScott Posts: 2,561
    edited June 2009
    2.3 tl
    I like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited June 2009
    I vote for 2.3 tl's,, they are perfect IMHO.
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited June 2009
    2.3 TLs for all the reasons quoted above. I owned the original SRSs and they don't hold a candle to the 2.3TLs. Now if you are talking 1.2TLs well then I would go with them.
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  • Phil Dawson
    Phil Dawson Posts: 288
    edited June 2009
    I own two pairs of the big boys and one pair of the 2.3s. I personally like the big boys a little bit better in a big room. You really can't go wrong with either one. I use the big boys in a 5.1 MUSIC system and the 2.3s in a dedicated 2 channel system. Life is tough. Oh well.
    good luck, Phil
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  • WastelandWand'r
    WastelandWand'r Posts: 466
    edited June 2009
    Does anyone want to throw out what a person should be looking at price wise on these? I know that the Polksda.com listing is a start, but has anyone bought sets lately/recently and what is the going rate?
    I only ask because a set of 2.3's siren song is calling to me as well.
    NJ good luck, and I don't think you will have regrets either way.
    Happy Trails,
    Nathan
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    Stepped up to name brand Speaker Cables and interconnects!
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  • bluecomet
    bluecomet Posts: 1,118
    edited June 2009
    I can't comment of the 2.3's because I never heard them but I have a set of SDA SRS speakers. I love the big boys in a big room. My set is all original. Set them apart as far as you can. These speakers have a great soundstage. Also have a handtruck ready because at a 180 lbs apiece they are a handfull. Your going to need two guys to bring them up stairs. I have SDA SRS 2's which are similar to 2.3's and they are much more managable. Just some things to consider. I have to agree with everyone else, you can't go wrong with either. Good luck.
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,476
    edited June 2009
    thanks to all for the input... I have decided to go with the 2.3tl's... when would be a good time to get together, Leroy?
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,815
    edited June 2009
    I have SDA SRS 2's which are similar to 2.3's

    They're not really close and the 2.3TL's are in a different league.
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  • bluecomet
    bluecomet Posts: 1,118
    edited June 2009
    I meant similar in size.
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    Yamaha RX-V2500 System, Carver A753 3 channel amp.

    Polk HT system 2: , SRT system with f/x 1,000's rear speakers on 7.1 system currently using Onkyo TX-RZ820 receiver, powered by Sunfire Grand Theater amp

    Polk Speaker collection: SDA SRS 1.2tl x 2, SRT system, SDA SRS 2 P/B, SDA 2A, SDA 1C Studio, SDA CRS+, Monitor 7B & 4, SRS 3.1tl, RTA 15tl, LS90, LSI 9
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,815
    edited June 2009
    bluecomet wrote: »
    I meant similar in size.

    Ah, gotcha.

    The SDA SRS 2's are 6 inches taller than the 1C's. The 2.3/2.3TL are 5 inches taller than the SDA SRS 2's and the SDA SRS/1.2/1.2TL's are 8.5 inches taller than the 2.3/2.3TL's.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

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  • maandjojo
    maandjojo Posts: 293
    edited June 2009
    I have a recent post as to the top 5 of all time, take a look and please give your inputs.

    Joe
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  • nspindel
    nspindel Posts: 5,343
    edited June 2009
    Is there such a thing as non-TL version of the SRS 2.3? Or are all 2.3 models the TL?
    Good music, a good source, and good power can make SDA's sing. Tubes make them dance.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited June 2009
    There are 2.3 and 2.3TLs. The 2.3s don't have the tri-laminant tweeters.
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  • nspindel
    nspindel Posts: 5,343
    edited June 2009
    Is it possible to tell by looking at them? And if they're not TL's, can the TL upgrade be done? Add the 5.8uF cap, and use RD-0198's?
    Good music, a good source, and good power can make SDA's sing. Tubes make them dance.
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  • McLoki
    McLoki Posts: 5,231
    edited June 2009
    I cannot comment very well on the SRS vs. 2.3's as I have not heard them side by side. I have heard 1.2tl's vs SRS's and even with the annoying SL2000 tweeter, I preferred the sound of the SRS's. (I would update the tweeter to RDO's though)

    I may be in the minority here - but I really like the SRS's alot.
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  • 4406bbl
    4406bbl Posts: 194
    edited June 2009
    McLoki wrote: »
    I cannot comment very well on the SRS vs. 2.3's as I have not heard them side by side. I have heard 1.2tl's vs SRS's and even with the annoying SL2000 tweeter, I preferred the sound of the SRS's. (I would update the tweeter to RDO's though)

    I may be in the minority here - but I really like the SRS's alot.

    You might be, but I agree. I have original srs and sold the 1.2tls, the original srs bass is better. I still have the original srs unmodded, never felt the need, and a set of 2.3tls with rdo98s, at the end of the day the 2.3s might sound better, more balanced but will never match the bass output.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited June 2009
    After upgrading my crossovers w/Sonic Cap & Mills resistors in my 1.2TLs the bass sounds and feels like there is a subwoofer in the room.
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