Are These Finds Good Deals?

[zieglj01]

Stuff in my area

The Paradigm is old and the woofer is dry-rotted by now ... the Definitive is over-priced ... and the Polk is over-priced ... that area is optimistic.

 

[lp85253]

They were also on Ebay for a while

I don't feel so bad now

 

[Eppie]

If you have any plans at all to use them in a multichannel setup just be warned that the corresponding centers are 2 ways and the step up in price to a 3 way Focal center is quite pricey.

Yeah, the CC900 2-way is more in my price range, but the Paradigm Studio CC-590 that I have is a pretty good centre channel. Wonder how it would pair with the Focals? The Paradigms have nice mids so it's good for centre dialogue. Might keep the Studio 20 bookshelves for surrounds.

I am after a couple of things. I liked the warmth of the old KEF 103.2 that I recently demoed, so I would like a little fatter bottom end. I also find the highs on the Paradigm Studio a little harsh at times leading to ear fatigue. The KEFs were very pleasing but a little muffled and lacking detail, so I'm looking for something in between. Little softer highs but retaining the detail. My room is a little small though. Seating distance would be 9 to 10 ft and they recommend 12 for the Focals.

 

[zieglj01]

I am really tempted to pull the trigger on these Focal Aria 948. $8k retail going for $5k Cdn ($4k US).

We will be ready for your review

 

[zieglj01]

I don't feel so bad now

I would still aim for the DCM

 

[afterlife2]

The Paradigm is old and the woofer is dry-rotted by now ... the Definitive is over-priced ... and the Polk is over-priced ... that area is optimistic.

Yep that's why I wasn't interested in them. Just sharing what is in my area. Still looking for some stands under $25. I have seen some, but some are far or no answer back.

 

[afterlife2]

I would still aim for the DCM

Which ones? My treasured 60s in my vinyl room?

 

[zieglj01]

Which ones? My treasured 60s in my vinyl room?

The TFE100 that lp85253 was looking at

 

[Kvn_Walker]

Yep that's why I wasn't interested in them. Just sharing what is in my area. Still looking for some stands under $25. I have seen some, but some are far or no answer back.

BP-20's should only be bought if the woofer recall has been performed. If the seller doesn't know what you're talking about, then it hasn't been done. Someone wanting to make a buck could part them out, since you'd be getting 8 Scanspeak woofers and 4 tweeters.

 

[afterlife2]

BP-20's should only be bought if the woofer recall has been performed. If the seller doesn't know what you're talking about, then it hasn't been done. Someone wanting to make a buck could part them out, since you'd be getting 8 Scanspeak woofers and 4 tweeters.

You know what when I see they don't remove the shield on the speakers means something is not right.

 

[Pogre]

Yeah, the CC900 2-way is more in my price range, but the Paradigm Studio CC-590 that I have is a pretty good centre channel. Wonder how it would pair with the Focals? The Paradigms have nice mids so it's good for centre dialogue. Might keep the Studio 20 bookshelves for surrounds.

I am after a couple of things. I liked the warmth of the old KEF 103.2 that I recently demoed, so I would like a little fatter bottom end. I also find the highs on the Paradigm Studio a little harsh at times leading to ear fatigue. The KEFs were very pleasing but a little muffled and lacking detail, so I'm looking for something in between. Little softer highs but retaining the detail. My room is a little small though. Seating distance would be 9 to 10 ft and they recommend 12 for the Focals.

One thing was brought about those also by TLS is that the tweets in those models have some history with blowing. At least for a friend of his. Linky to the post...

Tweeter trouble with my Focal 984 Arias

Hello Folks, I am so frustrated!! I bought a pair of 6 month old Focal 984 Arias from a private owner, I love love love them! Until.........both the tweeters stopped working at the same time. I was playing them LOUD! Even if its my fault, I don't care, I'll take responsibility, I will pay for...

forums.audioholics.com

 

[lp85253]

I would still aim for the DCM

i'm still hopeful that the seller doesn't get any bites in the next few days and i can pick them up for $200 (delivered ) .. i might go to $220 , he was more willing to deliver at $220.. but , i think they have low resale value (outside of guys like us)...

 

[lp85253]

Which ones? My treasured 60s in my vinyl room?

i'm pretty interested in the tfe 100's.. but the guy lives about 25 miles away and i don't drive .. i'm trying to get a delivery at a decent price($200) .. the lack of resale value worries me a bit ...but i do hear they are nice

 

[Pogre]

i'm still hopeful that the seller doesn't get any bites in the next few days and i can pick them up for $200 (delivered ) .. i might go to $220 , he was more willing to deliver at $220.. but , i think they have low resale value (outside of guys like us)...

Where's he located?

And yes, they're nice. I think they'd compare with the likes of SVS Ultras for the books. I'm thinking those 100s might compare well against the Prime Pinnacles.

 

[afterlife2]

i'm pretty interested in the tfe 100's.. but the guy lives about 25 miles away and i don't drive .. i'm trying to get a delivery at a decent price($200) .. the lack of resale value worries me a bit ...but i do hear they are nice

Trust in Z he knows his stuff. I didn't get them 100s at the time cause I didn't have the bread. I'm very content with the 60s they sound and soundstage/image well in my vinyl/theater room.

 

[Pogre]

So this is interesting! A Behringer EP2500, new unopened box for $375.

NEW Behringer EuroPower EP2500 Power Amp 1200W Stereo, 2400W Mono -...

Out of storage. This was purchased for a church mega subwoofer project that never happened. Paid $750 at the time. Never opened. INCREDIBLY CAPABLE.

phoenix.craigslist.org

2400 watts into 4 ohms bridged mono. That'd match up really nice with my new sub! $375 seems a li'l pricey tho. I have no clue, can't find much about original retail online.

 

[Eppie]

One thing was brought about those also by TLS is that the tweets in those models have some history with blowing. At least for a friend of his. Linky to the post...

Tweeter trouble with my Focal 984 Arias

Hello Folks, I am so frustrated!! I bought a pair of 6 month old Focal 984 Arias from a private owner, I love love love them! Until.........both the tweeters stopped working at the same time. I was playing them LOUD! Even if its my fault, I don't care, I'll take responsibility, I will pay for...

forums.audioholics.com

Thanks for the heads up. Something to consider if they're demo units. The new Paradigm Founder 80F would also be in that price range at $4,500 Cdn. Founder 100F is getting a little too pricey at $6,500. Might match better with my Paradigm centre as well.

 

[afterlife2]

So this is interesting! A Behringer EP2500, new unopened box for $375.

NEW Behringer EuroPower EP2500 Power Amp 1200W Stereo, 2400W Mono -...

Out of storage. This was purchased for a church mega subwoofer project that never happened. Paid $750 at the time. Never opened. INCREDIBLY CAPABLE.

phoenix.craigslist.org

2400 watts into 4 ohms bridged mono. That'd match up really nice with my new sub! $375 seems a li'l pricey tho. I have no clue, can't find much about original retail online.

Maybe 275? Go ahead and sell the truck already!

 

[zieglj01]

i'm still hopeful that the seller doesn't get any bites in the next few days and i can pick them up for $200 (delivered ) .. i might go to $220 , he was more willing to deliver at $220.. but , i think they have low resale value (outside of guys like us)...

Still a real good deal at $220 ... your call

 

[Pogre]

Damn, these aren't exactly what I think of as a good deal, but curious about them. Harbeth C7ES-3 books (with "pro" stands) for just over $3k?

Harbeth C7es-3 Speakers with HiFi Rack Stands - electronics - by...

For Sale: Harbeth C7ES-3 speakers in eucalyptus finish. Flawless condition. Also included are the HiFi Racks stands ($600.00 retail) made specifically for these speakers. Original boxes and...

phoenix.craigslist.org

I've never heard of them before.