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      For those of you who may want to up your game on your rack, Trey spotted this one near Greensboro, NC. Killer rack at a decent price but too small for my needs.

      https://www.vintageaudioexchange.com/product/naim-component-rack-model-fraim

      Tom
      ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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      treitz3 wrote: »
      For those of you who may want to up your game on your rack, Trey spotted this one near Greensboro, NC. Killer rack at a decent price but too small for my needs.

      https://www.vintageaudioexchange.com/product/naim-component-rack-model-fraim

      Tom

      Decent price? ...That's more than my speakers cost me on the used market.
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      Well, for a rack like that? It's a decent price. You wouldn't want to know what a rack like this costs....

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      I have seen some German racks that were upward of well over 17K new....and that was about 17 years or so ago. That's why I settled on my Empire rack. Mostly because I could afford it. Even that wasn't a "bargain" and I was out 10 Benjamin's. 11, after tax. Again, this was 17 years ago dollars.

      Comparatively speaking, for a rack that offers isolation? It is offered at a decent price.

      Tom
      ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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      Tom, Me thinks this is going the way of the $700 fuse or the $6500 AC receptacle discussion. German made doesn't add up to 17K for a rack. That's gotta be 80+% profit
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      It's no different than a 5K Ethernet cable or a 2K filter. Some folks have the need or see the value, others don't. If this rack could actually fit what gear I have, I would seriously consider it. In fact, I did.

      Right up to the point of me not being able to fit the gear I need on and in it. I am currently in the market for a new rack that has effective vibration control/isolation properties, and this is one of the "types" of racks I have been looking at.

      BTW, most speakers that one buys retail? Yeah, they are all at 80+% profit. That does not mean that all profit goes straight to the designer/manufacturer. A big chunk goes into retail sites, advertising, shipping, normal business overhead costs, middlemen, VAT fees (if overseas), packaging, R&D costs, packaging costs, advertising and marketing costs, warranty costs, etc.

      An 80% markup on speakers has been discussed many times on this forum and in general, is considered an industry norm. If folks are okay with paying that kind of normal markup for a speaker, then why would one have any issues with other pieces of gear?

      Some folks at are at a level (and also make the dough) to warrant such purchases. I'll stand by my statement that this is a decent price for this rack. Some folks will never see the value, others will.

      Tom
      ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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      edited October 2024
      treitz3 wrote: »
      It's no different than a 5K Ethernet cable or a 2K filter....

      Tom
      My point exactly...
      This isn't the "What is Best" forum. This is Polk. Yes, a few of us have ventured to the high end, but I don't think any of us are sitting on a system that looks like this:
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJGnDSa71VE&t=534s

      That Naim rack though, glass shelves at that price? No thanks. I think there are much better options if you truly want isolation.
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      Mine is blue not red :D
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      Bill, I gotta be honest here. I am a little perplexed at your your recent posts on this thread and it kind of rubbed me the wrong way. I posted it because of the fact that all I seemed to have seen on this thread were Salamander racks, ad nauseam. Salamander, Salamander, Salamander.....I don't even recall even seeing another rack on this thread. They are apparently a dime a dozen. (figure of speech)

      I thought I would spice it up a bit and post (what I consider) a decent deal on something other than a Salamander rack.

      Now, you are seemingly suggesting that I should not post things because members of the Polk Forum are not interested in a rack that may be better than what they are currently using? Or one that they may not have even knew existed?

      I can count more than I have fingers on both of my hands, Polk Forum members over the years that have talked about and personally own/use speakers that (all of the following is estimated retail) cost well over 20K to 50K, streamers that are pushing or over 9K, some cables that are between 2K to 10K, amps that are between 10K to 60K, transports and CDP's that are anywhere between 2K to 25K and even power conditioners that are up to 9K.

      All I posted was a link to a measly 4K rack I thought folks might have been interested in, yet it seems as if you feel as if I don't know the crowd here. Some folks enjoy the finer things in life. Some folks (myself included) like looking at nice systems/gear and things that are out of reach for them personally. My passion is in audio and its reproduction. Yes, this is not the WBF and it's not AudiogoN. But there are some members on both of those forums that have systems that mimic many of the members of this forum. Not everyone on the WBF or the 'Gon has million dollar systems.

      Now, if you would like to debate the merits of glass shelves on a rack in another thread, I am game. But please, don't suggest to me that I don't know this crowd. There were folks here that had more in just one component within their system than I had in my entire system when I first joined. I didn't jump on them when they spoke about gear that was out of reach for me. I would appreciate it if you would show me the same courtesy.

      Tom
      ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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      Tom, Sorry if I got your panties in a wad. I didn't mean to dis you. I do respect your opinion on most things related to audio and I know there is some high dollar inventory in the hands of many forum members.
      However, I've been looking at this thread for most of the nearly 20 years I've been on this forum and it has mostly featured items that are under $2000, and that is usually for a big amp or monster speakers. Maybe my comment earlier was rooted in the fact that I don't have much respect for Naim as a brand and maybe that is a fault of my own.
      I agree, Salamanders have overwhelmed this thread lately, which is why I posted yesterday.
      Anyway, I'll buzz off now.
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      SALAMANDER ARCHTYPE 5.0 Component Rack. - $200 (New Danville PA(Lancaster)) No affiliation. LOL
      https://lancaster.craigslist.org/ele/d/lancaster-salamander-archtype-50/7794542914.html
      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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      The only thing I will say about this thread:

      One doesn't learn much by looking at the same thing over and over.

      "Sometimes you have to look to the past to understand where you are going in the future"

      Harry / Marietta GA
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      Now for something completely different... LOLOL

      Sanus Audio racks - $65 each (Alpharetta, GA) No affiliation.
      https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/ele/d/alpharetta-sanus-audio-racks/7797518158.html
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      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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      If you need parts for the LSiM series...

      Polk LSiM 706C Center Channel Speaker
      $140
      Listed in Dayton, OH
      "This speaker is in great shape, however the tweeter is no longer functional. Will need a tweeter replacement."
      https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/958969356053889

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      edited November 2024
      NHT speakers in Northern California, no affiliation. They look kind of fugly but apparently they have a following, go figure. Check out this item on OfferUp. https://offerup.co/ZbSlOkqlAOb

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      Anthem STR Integrated for $1K. North of Denver.

      https://denver.craigslist.org/fuo/d/thornton-anthem-audiophile-str/7795868308.html

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      KEF 207s / Coda Continuum / SST Thoebe II / Oppo BDP-105D / Technics SP-15 w/SAEC WE-308SX & Ortofon AS-309 arms / Ikeda 9C2 & Dynavector XX2 Mk II carts
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      CGTIII wrote: »
      Salamander audio cabinet - $50 (Centerville, Mass.) No affiliation
      https://capecod.craigslist.org/for/d/centerville-salamander-audio-cabinet/7794008416.html
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      Now free if anyone wants it.
      https://capecod.craigslist.org/msg/d/centerville-salamander-audio-rack/7806677594.html
      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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      Salamander Designs Chameleon Collection Berlin 323 - $500 (Harlem / Morningside)
      https://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/fuo/d/new-york-v-cabinet-salamander-designs/7814150973.html
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      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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      Salamander Design TV/Stereo Rack - $150 (Pittsburgh, PA) No affiliation. Too cheap to be true?
      https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/fuo/d/pittsburgh-salamander-design-tv-stero/7815679702.html
      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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      Wow, a new year and another Salamander rack!
      🤣
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      Polk Audio Atrium 4 All-Weather Outdoor Loudspeaker, 75Hz-25kHz, Pair, White...free shipping from Adorama. $79! No affiliation.

      https://www.adorama.com/pkaam4088a.html?emailprice=t&sterm=1cuzl:wiXxyKTztzfSyfrQNgUks0ukVXIzrDy00
      Yep, my name really is Bob.
      Parasound HCA1500A(indoor sound) and HCA1000(outdoor sound), Dynaco PAS4, Denon DP1200 w/Shure V15 Type V and Jico SAS stylus, Marantz UD7007, Polk L600, Rythmik L12 sub.
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      muncybob wrote: »
      Polk Audio Atrium 4 All-Weather Outdoor Loudspeaker, 75Hz-25kHz, Pair, White...free shipping from Adorama. $79! No affiliation.

      https://www.adorama.com/pkaam4088a.html?emailprice=t&sterm=1cuzl:wiXxyKTztzfSyfrQNgUks0ukVXIzrDy00

      Anyone have these outside? I’ve considered some outdoor speakers on my shop but wasn’t sure how they’d hold up here in South Carolina.
      HT/2Channel: Emotiva MMC-1, Adcom GFA-555II, Polk SDA 3.1's, Teac TN-300 TT, Polk Center and Sub.

      Bedroom system: Carver CT-24, Parasound HCA-800II, Monitor 10's

      Additional projects: RTA 12c's
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      I've heard these speakers awhile back while dining outdoors at a local brewery. No idea how they hold up to the elements, but they had decent sound and for the price I think they are worth a try.
      Yep, my name really is Bob.
      Parasound HCA1500A(indoor sound) and HCA1000(outdoor sound), Dynaco PAS4, Denon DP1200 w/Shure V15 Type V and Jico SAS stylus, Marantz UD7007, Polk L600, Rythmik L12 sub.
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      @xjghost
      I have had a pair outside on a covered patio for 8 years. They still work great and sound good. The humid weather here in Houston hasn't seemed to affect anything.
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      ^^^^ Houston is almost as humid as New Orleans!
      "Sometimes you have to look to the past to understand where you are going in the future"

      Harry / Marietta GA
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      smartie_panta wrote: »
      @xjghost
      I have had a pair outside on a covered patio for 8 years. They still work great and sound good. The humid weather here in Houston hasn't seemed to affect anything.
      BlueBirdMusic wrote: »
      ^^^^ Houston is almost as humid as New Orleans!

      Thanks! Going to see what I can work out. I've been to Dallas but not Houston. So I know nothing about Texas weather. Currently working on a lean - to project that is going to be more than I expected....
      HT/2Channel: Emotiva MMC-1, Adcom GFA-555II, Polk SDA 3.1's, Teac TN-300 TT, Polk Center and Sub.

      Bedroom system: Carver CT-24, Parasound HCA-800II, Monitor 10's

      Additional projects: RTA 12c's
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      xjghost wrote: »
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      Anyone have these outside? I’ve considered some outdoor speakers on my shop but wasn’t sure how they’d hold up here in South Carolina.

      I've had a pair (either the 4 or 6... not sure and too damn cold to go outside and check!) outside, in the direct weather on the side of our garage for years. They're out year round in the not-so-mild Central PA weather. I think I picked them up used about 10 or more years ago. Still going strong.
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      GoldenEar Triton Three Audiophile 800W Powered Speakers - $799 (Alpharetta, GA) No affiliation.
      https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/ele/d/alpharetta-goldenear-triton-three/7821906911.html
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      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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      Sonoma 339 American Mission Style Cherry TV Cabinet - $500 [$3,800 new] (Cary, NC) No affiliation.
      https://raleigh.craigslist.org/ele/d/cary-v-tv-cabinet/7826481165.html
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      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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      edited February 13
      ... :|
      Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
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      Anyone in Lanesville, IN?
      This is a pretty great deal. Wish they were local.
      No affiliation.

      FOR SALE: Polk Legend L600 Towers, L400 Center Channel $2500!!!
      https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650187510-polk-legend-l600-towers-l400-center-channel/
      2 Channel
      Pre:Bryston BP173
      Amp:Bryston 14B3
      Speakers: Golden Ear Triton Reference
      Source: Oppo UDP-205, Bryston BDA-3, Bryston BDP-3, Bryston BCD-3, Apple TV, Amazon Fire
      Cables: Wireworld Gold Eclipse 7 Speaker, Wireworld Gold Eclipse 7 XLR, AQ Diamond USB/HDMI
      Power: PS Audio P10 Regenerator, AC12, AC10 and AC5 Cables
      Display: Sony XBR65Z9F

      Home Theater
      Pre: Anthem AVM90
      Amps: Parasound A31, A51x2
      Speakers: Polk LSiM 707 (FL/FR), Polk LSiM706 (Center), LSiM 703 (SL/SR/SBL/SBR), Polk 900-LS (Atmos)
      Subwoofers: SVS SB16 x 4
      Source: Oppo UDP-205, Apple TV, Amazon Fire
      Cables: AQ Meteor/Rocket 88, AQ Niagara/Sky
      Power: Torus AVR20, Shunyata Denali, Shunyata Delta, Cullen, PangeaAC9SE Cables
      Display: Sony XBR85Z9G
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