SDA-SRS Pittsburg area

eliminator1970
eliminator1970 Posts: 77
edited July 2009 in Vintage Speakers
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ele/1192126694.html
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  • eliminator1970
    eliminator1970 Posts: 77
    edited June 2009
    I have sent him an email for pictures of the pictures, if he sends them I will post them.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited June 2009
    Audio pack rat! The pics he posted is insane!
    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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  • eliminator1970
    eliminator1970 Posts: 77
    edited June 2009
    That he is....I am wondering what kind of shape the SRS's are in. Might be worth the a long drive if they are in great shape.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,333
    edited June 2009
    The bigger question is what SRS's are they. The original's,1.2's,1.2tl's? a good picture could go a long way,He may not know what he has.
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

    Cary SLP-05/Ultimate Upgrade.
    Cary SA-500.1 ES Amps
    Cary DMS 800PV Network
    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
    VPI Scout TT / Dynavector 20x2
    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

    MIT Shotgun 3 cables throughout / Except TT, and PC’s
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  • eliminator1970
    eliminator1970 Posts: 77
    edited June 2009
    I am keeping my fingers crossed these could be a sweet deal. One never knows.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,333
    edited June 2009
    Good luck!!
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

    Cary SLP-05/Ultimate Upgrade.
    Cary SA-500.1 ES Amps
    Cary DMS 800PV Network
    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
    VPI Scout TT / Dynavector 20x2
    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

    MIT Shotgun 3 cables throughout / Except TT, and PC’s
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  • eliminator1970
    eliminator1970 Posts: 77
    edited June 2009
    Well no reply yet. Emailed him my cell because I will nadams on Saturday...I hope they are still there.
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited June 2009
    These have been for sale for a couple weeks now. He sent me some pictures a while back I'll see if I can find them.
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  • eliminator1970
    eliminator1970 Posts: 77
    edited June 2009
    Leroy is there a reason why you did not go for them? I am looking to replace my SDA's (long story). Although I have owned the SDA 2's since 84 or 85 I did not realize how much has changed. So any advice would be appreciated.
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited June 2009
    eliminator1970 wrote: »
    Leroy is there a reason why you did not go for them? I am looking to replace my SDA's (long story). Although I have owned the SDA 2's since 84 or 85 I did not realize how much has changed. So any advice would be appreciated.



    The distance is too far.
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited June 2009
    I have heard this set. They sound great and are in very good shape. This guy has a vintage HIFI shop in Pittsburgh. I have bought a lot off of him in the last few years. Good guy to deal with. His web site is www.vintagehifishop.com
    Sunfire TGP, Sunfire Cinema Grand, Sunfire 300~2 (2), Sunfire True Sub (2),Carver ALS Platinum, Carver AL III, TFM-55, C-19, C-9, TX-8, SDA-490t, SDA-390t
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  • average_guy
    average_guy Posts: 236
    edited June 2009
    Pics of these (apparently) are on the website.
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  • eliminator1970
    eliminator1970 Posts: 77
    edited June 2009
    Thank you for posting the website. He has not returned my emails, guess I will call him Monday. Although his CL post states that he wants $1500 but his website sayd $1799.
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited June 2009
    I went to the store yesterday. He is working on getting you some pics. He is having some medical problems and is not doing well the last week.

    Yes his web sit does say $1799 but he put them on sale for $1500.
    Sunfire TGP, Sunfire Cinema Grand, Sunfire 300~2 (2), Sunfire True Sub (2),Carver ALS Platinum, Carver AL III, TFM-55, C-19, C-9, TX-8, SDA-490t, SDA-390t
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  • eliminator1970
    eliminator1970 Posts: 77
    edited June 2009
    Thanks for the update....I apprecaite the help
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  • Paden501
    Paden501 Posts: 286
    edited June 2009
    I was just at this guy's store 2 days ago and put my eyes on those speakers. First of all, that guy's got more stereo stuff packed into such a small place as I've ever seen. It really is a heck of a sight.

    The SDA-SRS speakers were in really good shape physically anyhow. He didn't have them hooked up to anything when I was there so I couldn't listen to them (his shop is a total mess). He did mention to me that the speakers were 'on their way out'. I assumed that meant he had a buyer lined up (whether or not that's you he's referring to, I don't know).

    I bought an Onkyo TX-DS777 reciever off the guy while I was there and he was nice, fairly knowledgeable and easy to work with. I'll definately go back the next time I need something.

    ~Matt
    ~Matt
    My System

    Front L/R: Definitive BP10Bs
    Surrounds -Polk Audio Monitor 4As
    Preamp: B&K Reference 20
    CD: Jolida JD100a
    L/R Amp: Carver TFM-24
    Turntable: Pioneer PL-516 W/ Shure M97xe
    TV: Sony 52" XBR9
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    edited June 2009
    eliminator - Get your ears on those RTA-8's, then decide if you really need the SRS's at that price. you can always hold out and hope he drops the price. At least in the meantime you'll have some vintage polks to listen to.
    Ludicrous gibs!
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited June 2009
    I stopped in last night. I was in the area and I drove by on my way home and saw his light on so I stopped.

    He was setting up the SRS's. The rack of audio equipment that he has them connected to is increadable. He first has a Carver C19 tube preamp, then he has a Carver SD/A490t tube cd player. He has 4 Carver TFM6cb's bridged powering the speakers. I could not get over how great it sounded.

    He took some pics so I know he is going to be sending them to you. I do have to tell you if I was in the market for a set of speakers those would be at the top of my list right now. Increadable is not saying enough.
    Sunfire TGP, Sunfire Cinema Grand, Sunfire 300~2 (2), Sunfire True Sub (2),Carver ALS Platinum, Carver AL III, TFM-55, C-19, C-9, TX-8, SDA-490t, SDA-390t
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,664
    edited June 2009
    Sources are great gear, amps are the wimpy ones. Put amps with more power and you would have been knocked over with golden sounds.
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited June 2009
    They might be the low end TFM6cb's but when bridged they are 180 watts and he has two going to each speaker. There was some power going to these when I was there.
    Sunfire TGP, Sunfire Cinema Grand, Sunfire 300~2 (2), Sunfire True Sub (2),Carver ALS Platinum, Carver AL III, TFM-55, C-19, C-9, TX-8, SDA-490t, SDA-390t
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited June 2009
    Did he send you the pic's?
    Sunfire TGP, Sunfire Cinema Grand, Sunfire 300~2 (2), Sunfire True Sub (2),Carver ALS Platinum, Carver AL III, TFM-55, C-19, C-9, TX-8, SDA-490t, SDA-390t
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  • beemers417
    beemers417 Posts: 34
    edited July 2009
    I have only seen one other set of SRS's in this area in the last 2 years. They sold for 1200 on eprey and were beat to hell.
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  • BB3
    BB3 Posts: 297
    edited July 2009
    I just purchased the SDA-SRS's from Tom(the owner) on July 3,2009, as well as, 4 Carver Amps.
    I truly could not have asked for a better experience than doing business with Tom.

    Not only was I able purchase my dream speakers, I was also able to get my favorite Amps as well.

    Tom has such an awesome selection of audio gear, I could barely contain myself........did I mention that I was treated to several great beers and got to listen to some great music ? All the while celebrating Tom's birthday.

    I apologize for rambling on Gentlemen but I have not been able to really "talk audio" with someone, at least since my old favorite store in Pittsburgh went out of business(Audio Junction), until I met Tom at VintageHiFi of Pittsburgh.

    It was truly a wonderful experience and look forward to continue doing business with Tom and wish him nothing but the best of success.
    Sincerely, B.B.3
    Sony 52in.XBR6
    Sony 32in.XBR6
    Anthem AVM50V
    Anthem PRE-2L
    Sonic Frontiers SFCD-1
    Carver C-9
    Carver C-19 PreAmp
    Carver C-16 PreAmp
    2-Carver Silver 7-T's
    4-Carver TFM55's
    2-Carver TFM35's
    1-Carver TFM25
    Carver 490T
    Denon DCD1560
    Sony BDP-S350
    Sony PS3
    Nintendo Wii
    Panasonic DMK23DVR

    Speakers :

    PolkAudio SDA-SRS
    PolkAudio SDA-SRS 1.2TL
    PolkAudio SDA-CRS+(Compliments Of Mr. Jim Thomas"jtgranby")
    PolkAudio RTA-15TL
    PolkAudio M3
    3-Velodyne F-1500's
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited July 2009
    They are a great set of speakers. I have had the pleasure of listening to them several times as I have had the chance to stop in several times.

    Happy listining.
    Sunfire TGP, Sunfire Cinema Grand, Sunfire 300~2 (2), Sunfire True Sub (2),Carver ALS Platinum, Carver AL III, TFM-55, C-19, C-9, TX-8, SDA-490t, SDA-390t
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  • thuffman03
    thuffman03 Posts: 1,325
    edited July 2009
    Wow Lasareath! That is a wonderful job you did on bringing those SRS's back to life.
    Sunfire TGP, Sunfire Cinema Grand, Sunfire 300~2 (2), Sunfire True Sub (2),Carver ALS Platinum, Carver AL III, TFM-55, C-19, C-9, TX-8, SDA-490t, SDA-390t
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  • BB3
    BB3 Posts: 297
    edited July 2009
    Thank you Gentlemen. I will get some pics up as soon as I can get everything arranged in the room.......

    Those SDA-SRS's are going to be used for the left and right channels and I plan on integrating my Polk RTA 15TL's(which happen to have the same walnut finish as the SDA's, boy did I luck out....) for either the side or back surround channels, along with my 2 Velodyne F1500's.

    Now I just have one small problem. I still need to buy a serious center channel and 2 more speakers for either the side or back surrounds to go along with those Carver Amps. Was thinking maybe going with something in the Polk RTi range ? What would you Gentlemen recommend ?----Thank You Again.----B.B.3
    Sony 52in.XBR6
    Sony 32in.XBR6
    Anthem AVM50V
    Anthem PRE-2L
    Sonic Frontiers SFCD-1
    Carver C-9
    Carver C-19 PreAmp
    Carver C-16 PreAmp
    2-Carver Silver 7-T's
    4-Carver TFM55's
    2-Carver TFM35's
    1-Carver TFM25
    Carver 490T
    Denon DCD1560
    Sony BDP-S350
    Sony PS3
    Nintendo Wii
    Panasonic DMK23DVR

    Speakers :

    PolkAudio SDA-SRS
    PolkAudio SDA-SRS 1.2TL
    PolkAudio SDA-CRS+(Compliments Of Mr. Jim Thomas"jtgranby")
    PolkAudio RTA-15TL
    PolkAudio M3
    3-Velodyne F-1500's
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,463
    edited July 2009
    I am building my own...


    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=84292
    The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD

    “When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson
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  • BB3
    BB3 Posts: 297
    edited July 2009
    nooshinjohn, I'm jealous to say the least. I sure wish I had your skills.

    Take Care nooshinjohn.
    B.B.3
    Sony 52in.XBR6
    Sony 32in.XBR6
    Anthem AVM50V
    Anthem PRE-2L
    Sonic Frontiers SFCD-1
    Carver C-9
    Carver C-19 PreAmp
    Carver C-16 PreAmp
    2-Carver Silver 7-T's
    4-Carver TFM55's
    2-Carver TFM35's
    1-Carver TFM25
    Carver 490T
    Denon DCD1560
    Sony BDP-S350
    Sony PS3
    Nintendo Wii
    Panasonic DMK23DVR

    Speakers :

    PolkAudio SDA-SRS
    PolkAudio SDA-SRS 1.2TL
    PolkAudio SDA-CRS+(Compliments Of Mr. Jim Thomas"jtgranby")
    PolkAudio RTA-15TL
    PolkAudio M3
    3-Velodyne F-1500's
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