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Pair of VMPS subwoofers for a really good deal:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Pair-of-VMPS-Large-Subwoofers-Earth-Shaking-Subs/323592572735 -
Thank god I’m not close. I still want one of these, or to build one similar..."....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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I'm close... Just saying. But Jesse is closer
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I'm close... Just saying. But Jesse is closer
My wants and my wallet are not properly aligned....
"....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963) -
EndersShadow wrote: »
That is my life... -
EndersShadow wrote: »
I suggest you try a new tailor.
Seriously though, since I retired on a fixed income, I don't know why I come on here - it just lures me into penury. -
EndersShadow wrote: »
I suggest you try a new tailor.
Seriously though, since I retired on a fixed income, I don't know why I come on here - it just lures me into penury.
I have a proper tailor (my conscience). He makes sure I’m not spending money for bills on audio gear by misaligning the two intentionally
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Then once in awhile the two align and I get something new..."....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963) -
EndersShadow wrote: »EndersShadow wrote: »
I suggest you try a new tailor.
Seriously though, since I retired on a fixed income, I don't know why I come on here - it just lures me into penury.
I have a proper tailor (my conscience). He makes sure I’m not spending money for bills on audio gear by misaligning the two intentionally.
Then once in awhile the two align and I get something new...
I don't have a tailor, but I have a wife. -
EndersShadow wrote: »EndersShadow wrote: »
I suggest you try a new tailor.
Seriously though, since I retired on a fixed income, I don't know why I come on here - it just lures me into penury.
I have a proper tailor (my conscience). He makes sure I’m not spending money for bills on audio gear by misaligning the two intentionally.
Then once in awhile the two align and I get something new...
I don't have a tailor, but I have a wife.
She’s the second line defense
"....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963) -
EndersShadow wrote: »
I suggest you try a new tailor.
Seriously though, since I retired on a fixed income, I don't know why I come on here - it just lures me into penury.
That there is funny. ^^^^ And I learned a new word tonight too.
pen·u·ry
[ˈpenyərē]
NOUN
extreme poverty; destitution.
"he died in a state of virtual penury"
synonyms:
extreme/dire poverty · pennilessness · impecuniousness · impoverishment · indigence · need · neediness · want · destitution · privation · deprivation · hardship · beggary · [more]
Neediness / needing was I for 35 years.
Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
“Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured.”
--Mark Twain.
“If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.” - Steven Wright -
VMPS Super Tower III Special Ribbon Edition. 325 lbs each. Local pickup only in Roswell, GA. No affiliation.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-Special-Ribbon-Edition/123537818283
Expect that there will be bumps in the road. Choose to not let them rattle you.
Polk - Monitor 10As, SDA 2Bs, LSi9s, White RTi4s, S4s, M3s, various centers.
Boston - CR7, CR6s, CR4s.
Subs - M&K V4, M&K VX-7B, JBL SUB150P, Jamo Sub 250, and others.
Thompson Adventures, Inc. -
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My wife would call a divorce lawyer if I brought those Vmps home. Seriously.
These are close enough to me to warrant a road trip easily but I'm going to have to pass.
Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
“Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured.”
--Mark Twain.
“If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.” - Steven Wright -
Those vmps are about 20 minutes from me, good thing I’m in the middle of a move or id be a little tempted.,2 Channel in my home attic/bar/man cave
2 Channel Focal Kanta 3 I Modwright SWL9.0 Anniversary Pre I Modwright PH9.0X I Modwright KWA-150SE I VPI Prime Signature w/ Soundsmith Zephyr MIMC I Lumin U2 Mini I North Star Designs Intenso DAC I Audience OHNO ICs/Audience Furutech FP-S55N and FP-S032N Power Cables/Acoustic Zen Satori I Isotek Sirius -
My wife would call a divorce lawyer if I brought those Vmps home. Seriously.
These are close enough to me to warrant a road trip easily but I'm going to have to pass.
WAF block for him was my second thought on seeing them. LOLExpect that there will be bumps in the road. Choose to not let them rattle you.
Polk - Monitor 10As, SDA 2Bs, LSi9s, White RTi4s, S4s, M3s, various centers.
Boston - CR7, CR6s, CR4s.
Subs - M&K V4, M&K VX-7B, JBL SUB150P, Jamo Sub 250, and others.
Thompson Adventures, Inc. -
Those are awesome. Bragging rights for sure. Peace. DMIT Magnum MH-750, Monster HTS 5100MKII, Sony 77" Class - A80CJ Series - 4K UHD OLED,PS4, Def Tech 15” sub,LSIM 706c, Sunfire Signature Grand 425 x 4,Parasound hca 120, LSiM 702 x 4, Oppo 103D, SDA SRS 1.2, Pioneer Elite SC63 , Pioneer Elite BDP-05 “Why did you get married if you wanted big speakers?”
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And I like a good deal!
1/4 the MSRP ...
Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
“Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured.”
--Mark Twain.
“If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.” - Steven Wright -
If you can deal with white speakers, A4L is having stupid deals on Focal Aria speakers right now
926’s for 1600 is just dumb https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/focalaria926whta/focal-aria-926-6.5-3-way-floorstanding-speaker-white-pair/1.html
The 936 are 2300 which is also dumb cheap2 Channel in my home attic/bar/man cave
2 Channel Focal Kanta 3 I Modwright SWL9.0 Anniversary Pre I Modwright PH9.0X I Modwright KWA-150SE I VPI Prime Signature w/ Soundsmith Zephyr MIMC I Lumin U2 Mini I North Star Designs Intenso DAC I Audience OHNO ICs/Audience Furutech FP-S55N and FP-S032N Power Cables/Acoustic Zen Satori I Isotek Sirius -
I am suprised at the specs on the focal 926 only play to 45 hz.Klipsch The Nines, Audioquest Thunderbird Interconnect, Innuos Zen MK3 W4S recovery, Revolution Audio Labs USB & Ethernet, Border Patrol SE-I, Audioquest Niagara 5000 & Thunder, Cullen Crossover II PC's.
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That’s a +/- 3bd spec, which IMO for a compact tower is not too shabby. I have never wanted for more low end performance with my pair2 Channel in my home attic/bar/man cave
2 Channel Focal Kanta 3 I Modwright SWL9.0 Anniversary Pre I Modwright PH9.0X I Modwright KWA-150SE I VPI Prime Signature w/ Soundsmith Zephyr MIMC I Lumin U2 Mini I North Star Designs Intenso DAC I Audience OHNO ICs/Audience Furutech FP-S55N and FP-S032N Power Cables/Acoustic Zen Satori I Isotek Sirius -
I've never heard of ShengYa, looks like vincent gear.
Sadly the amp is local pick up only, and everything else ships
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442700
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442166
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442558 -
I've never heard of ShengYa, looks like vincent gear.
Sadly the amp is local pick up only, and everything else ships
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442700
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442166
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442558
A little google helps. but to be fair one of the IEC on the back looked rusted.
http://www.grantfidelity.com/site/shengya_Sheng_Ya_Audio_factory_tour
https://www.china-hifi-audio.com/en/shengya-audio-cd-player-amplifier-c-12?zenid=7f0a7048ab68b74a504e32daa8231fe1
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That amp looks interesting.
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It's in Charlotte! Woohoo! Near the Warehouse!
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Shut up Ryan. Or I'll send it to the Indiana warehouse.....
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pretty darn good deals here... I've dealt with listen up and GREAT folks to buy from.
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What an interesting coincidence. Just minutes ago I was on the china-hifi site looking at some of the current products. I've been looking around for used Vincent Audio and ShengYa stuff. I really wanted to find a used ShengYa A10CSIII've never heard of ShengYa, looks like vincent gear.
Sadly the amp is local pick up only, and everything else ships
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442700
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442166
https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/61442558
https://www.china-hifi-audio.com/en/shengya-audio-cd-player-amplifier-c-12/shengya-a10csii-hybrid-vacuum-tube-integrated-amplifier-new-p-85
Anyway, I'm broke this closeto the Holiday because if I had $1400 to spare I would be after these.. well maybe not the sub as it would be a bit much to ship even if I were to have family in the area do the transaction.
KEF LS50 Wireless - $1400
https://houston.craigslist.org/ele/d/kef-ls50w-powered-music-system/6754784008.html
Mated with this tight sub for $350:
MartinLogan Grotto
https://houston.craigslist.org/ele/d/martin-logan-grotto-powered/6769436060.html
2.2 Office Setup | LG 29UB55 21:9 UltraWide | HP Probook 630 G8 | Dell Latitude | Cabasse Stream Amp 100 | Boston Acoustics VS 240 | AUDIORAX Desk Stands | Sub 1 - Mirage Omni S8 | Sub 2 - Mirage Omni S8
5.2 A/V Setup | OLED TV - Sony Bravia XR A80J 77" | Source - Fire TV 4K Max, Wiim Pro | AVR - Anthem MRX 520 | Speakers: Main - Boston Acoustics VR3 | Center - Boston Acoustics VR920 | Rear - Boston Acoustics VR-MX | Sub 1 - HSU VTF-2 mk3 | Sub 2 - HSU VTF-2 mk3 -
Atlanta: ZU Audio Omen Speakers - $875: poor guy died before setting up per ad
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/ele/d/zu-audio-omen-speakers/6772986552.html"Sometimes you have to look to the past to understand where you are going in the future"Harry / Marietta GA -
In Atlanta CL but located in Mt Juliet close to Nashville.
Revel Performa3 F208 Speakers / Super High End / Pair / Audiophile - $2700 (Mt Juliet)
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/ele/d/revel-performa3-f208-speakers/6770969927.html"Sometimes you have to look to the past to understand where you are going in the future"Harry / Marietta GA -
Harry, those have been on CL for some time. I was going to inquire about them, however the damage on them is heartbreaking.
