Are These Finds Good Deals?

[Kleinst]

Ok, I don't have room for them anyways but never heard of them so thought I would ask while I'm diving into "Vintage" speakers for fun

 

[zieglj01]

~$150

Pay $50

 

[Pogre]

This looks to have some potential. A 5.1 set of Infinity speakers and sub for $550. I'm not familiar with this line of speakers (Alpha/Beta) but my experience with Infinity has been very positive. Well, for speakers at least. Not sure about the sub.

Infinity 5.1 Speaker System - electronics - by owner - sale

Great sounding 5.1 speakers that are in excellent shape. Sonics and speakers have no issues but Alpha 50's have slight embellishments on fabric. Read the review on CNET! 2 Beta 50 floorstanding...

phoenix.craigslist.org

 

[Kleinst]

Ok One of my major finds that I flipped to my current JBL line up was a purchase of 2 Infinity Beta 50s and the larger matching 3 way center (which had a blown tweeter that I happened to have the part for) for $100. Great purchase. I sold for $400 then bought my JBL 590s and Infinity RC263 setup with that money plus a little more.

The BETA 50s are good towers are good. The Alpha line was a predecessor. I don't know if I would personally break out $550 for that setup. But it wouldn't be a bad purchase even at that price.

 

[Pogre]

Ok One of my major finds that I flipped to my current JBL line up was a purchase of 2 Infinity Beta 50s and the larger matching 3 way center (which had a blown tweeter that I happened to have the part for) for $100. Great purchase. I sold for $400 then bought my JBL 590s and Infinity RC263 setup with that money plus a little more.

The BETA 50s are good towers are good. The Alpha line was a predecessor. I don't know if I would personally break out $550 for that setup. But it wouldn't be a bad purchase even at that price.

So the Betas are a newer version of the Alphas? I'm still looking both up and they're very similar in looks and specs.

 

[Pogre]

Check out these crazy looking line array type speakers. Polk SDA SRS 1.2. No price listed but I'm sure they aren't cheap.

Polk Audio SDA SRS 1.2 (1988) "Stereo Dimensional Array" -...

REASONABLE OFFERS & TRADES OF EQUAL VALUE CONSIDERED This is an -ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL- set of Polk Audio's SDA SRS 1.2's in nearly immaculate condition... ...a rare set of Polk's famous SDA's,...

phoenix.craigslist.org

 

[zieglj01]

So the Betas are a newer version of the Alphas? I'm still looking both up and they're very similar in looks and specs.

Beta are newer version of Alpha ... but below the IL series

 

[zieglj01]

Check out these crazy looking line array type speakers. Polk SDA SRS 1.2. No price listed but I'm sure they aren't cheap

Sold for around $2600 a pair

 

[Trell]

So the Betas are a newer version of the Alphas? I'm still looking both up and they're very similar in looks and specs.

It's very good that speakers is not like software for otherwise you should avoid the Alpha like the plague, though the Beta might not be that much better

 

[zieglj01]

The Beta was decent/nice sounding and better than the former Primus series

 

[Pogre]

Beta are newer version of Alpha ... but below the IL series

Okay, that gives me a good point of reference since I have a pair if ILs. I'd say $550 is pushing it for those then.

 

[zieglj01]

Okay, that gives me a good point of reference since I have a pair if ILs. I'd say $550 is pushing it for those then.

True ... but a good starter system for someone

 

[Kleinst]

Yeah, it's a good set if they work perfectly. I lucked out on my set for $100 obviously. This has a lessor center and more speakers (2 Alphas and a sub). I know you probably aren't buying but for others, it would be a good get for $300-$350 is my guess.

 

[Gmoney]

Check out these crazy looking line array type speakers. Polk SDA SRS 1.2. No price listed but I'm sure they aren't cheap.

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Polk Audio SDA SRS 1.2 (1988) "Stereo Dimensional Array" -...

REASONABLE OFFERS & TRADES OF EQUAL VALUE CONSIDERED This is an -ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL- set of Polk Audio's SDA SRS 1.2's in nearly immaculate condition... ...a rare set of Polk's famous SDA's,...

phoenix.craigslist.org

I actually got to audition those back in the 80's killer sound stage. But at the time the price was of a new car.

 

[lp85253]

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Beta are newer version of Alpha ... but below the IL series

i was just about to post that... They are good for dynamics...

 

[John Parks]

Interesting...

Usher Audio CP-6311 shot filled speakers - electronics - by owner -...

Awesome pair of high end, audiophile grade speakers. Includes the heavy solid metal bases and spikes from the stock photo (I don’t have them on currently but they are pretty easy to screw on) I...

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[John Parks]

These are really tempting, listed at $770.

KEF LSX wireless bluetooth airplay speakers - electronics - by owner...

I took these in on a trade who bought them open box from Best Buy so they are practically new and come with all the warranties. I was going to use them as my main computer speakers but decided I'd...

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Curious to see of the seller will come down - ReCert from A4L is just $800...

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[Pogre]

These are really tempting, listed at $770.

KEF LSX wireless bluetooth airplay speakers - electronics - by owner...

I took these in on a trade who bought them open box from Best Buy so they are practically new and come with all the warranties. I was going to use them as my main computer speakers but decided I'd...

dallas.craigslist.org

Curious to see of the seller will come down - ReCert from A4L is just $800...

Accessories4less: High End Audio at Low End Prices!

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I found a nice looking pair of LS50s out here too, for 700. They didn't last long, maybe a week.

 

[John Parks]

I found a nice looking pair of LS50s out here too, for 700. They didn't last long, maybe a week.

That's what I was thinking of offering - maybe start at $675...

 

[Pogre]

That's what I was thinking of offering - maybe start at $675...

Start with 675 and go up to 700 would be a great deal. A little out of my budget just for fun, tho you can probably turn them and at least break even. I've always wanted to listen to a pair of those in my room.