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  1. gmann77

    My first Polk speakers

    Found a pair of Polk Audio speakers today. There are no model numbers on the back, so I could use a hand from the Polk experts in identifying them. Did I do okay, or did I strike out?
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    My First Quad Receiver

    The title looks like one appropriate for a grade school assignment, but I digress... Yesterday, a former co-worker and fellow music geek invited me over to his place to hang out, listen to some tunes over a couple of beers...and oh yeah, present me with a "gift". I wasn't sure what to expect...
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    Vinyl/Gear Score

    Mama, I think I hit the motherlode! :banana: A co-worker who knows of my interest in all things audio recently asked me to check out some gear a college radio station was sending to the dumpster. While some of it was diagnostic equipment or components I couldn't use, I did walk away with a...
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    ID this speaker

    I was looking for speakers for a second system, and found a pair of two-ways at GW for $10. Fairly heavy duty cabinets, too. An online search for "Hopkins-Smith" turned up nothing. The innards appears to be in good shape. Any info available on these? Inquiring minds want to know. :D EDIT: Just...
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    Bought a Pilot console

    During a recent browsing of CL, I came across a Pilot AF-825 with the corresponding amp and speaker. As the photos show, the original owner built a custom cabinet that was part of a floor-to-ceiling room partition. It's nice enough that I don't have the heart to tear it apart. :yes: I'm loving...
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    Be Bop Deluxe/Bill Nelson

    I've been listening to some BBD albums that I picked up recently. What an intriguing band! Their sound veers from what my ears hear as prog-influenced pop to glam rock to new wave, but always includes some tasty guitar licks from Mr. Nelson. :thmbsp: Prior to giving these a spin, I only knew of...
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    Obscure rockabilly record?

    During a recent thrift store visit, I spotted this: Skimming through the liner notes, I learned that this guy gigged around Missouri and Arkansas in the late 50's/early 60's. The album was apparently released on a Memphis label in the 70's. A quick online search revealed little about the...
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    How not to post on CL.

    Noticed this while browsing CL today. Why do I get the feeling that the seller doesn't know much about their gear? :D http://columbus.craigslist.org/atq/3539085610.html Pics could be better, too. You be the judge.
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    Home recording discs?

    Does anyone else on AK collect home recording discs, the pre-magnetic tape option that was commonly used during the 1940's and 50's? Since I returned to vinyl a couple of years ago, I've begun picking up the occasional Recordio disc or AudioDisc that pops up at yard sales and flea markets. While...
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    Pioneer CS30A: Opinions?

    I recently came across a pair of gently used CS30A's, and simply had to have them based on their looks alone. I've taken them for a test drive and am liking what I hear. That said, I've had little luck in finding info on these and would appreciate some input concerning their performance. In your...
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    Roger McGuinn

    Anybody else into Roger's solo output? As much as I like The Byrds, I've never bothered to check it out. Until now. While browsing the discounted vinyl at my favorite used records shop, I recently came across a copy of his "Back From Rio" album. I'd heard some good things about it in the past...
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    KLH Model 6: Deal or No Deal?

    I happened upon a decent-looking pair of Model 6 speakers today, but had no way to test 'em. The owner was willing to part with them for $50. Assuming these are functioning properly, is that a fair price? I already have a pair of 22's that I still enjoy, but would like to know how they compare...
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    King Crimson for Beginners

    I've been thinking about taking the plunge and investigating KC for a while now. Don't know why I haven't already, but I suppose my punk roots made me reluctant to get involved with anything remotely "progressive". :D That said, where's a good place for a novice to start? For the purposes of...
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    Multi-cassette changer: Is it worth my time?

    During my most recent visit to a local thrift store, I noticed a Pioneer multi cassette changer sitting among the typical used gear. I don't know that I need a deck with a capacity for six cassettes, but I'm curious just the same. Anybody have experience with one of these? I didn't get the model...
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    A system I've cobbled together over the past year

    My listening room/office is not the most spacious, but it does the trick. Hence, the individual pics of my components. My trusty Pioneer RT-701 with a Harman/Kardon Citation I preamp. Onkyo T-4055 receiver. A Dynaco ST 80 amp resides in the lower compartment of my combination...
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    Sold state + tubes = Need some advice

    Solid state + tubes = Need some advice Perhaps you gents can dish out some wisdom for this newbie. I recently picked up a nice Onkyo T-4055 receiver, which I plan to use as part of an all-vintage component system that I'm in the process of piecing together. While I must find a suitable amp and...
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    A belated introduction from Canton, Ohio

    Hi all, newbie audio geek here. I've always had an interest in vintage electronics, but until relatively recently didn't have a means or space to support such a hobby. I've begun checking out the thrift shops and yard sales for old radios and console stereos, much to the chagrin of my wife. :D...
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    GE Console purchase

    Picked up a *very* nice looking GE console today at a garage sale for the grand sum of $25. The picture linked below is not of my unit, but is identical other than mine having a reel to reel unit. http://www.flickr.com/photos/momtothemom/3520058673/ Looks like my wimpy GE console from '69...
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    Need help identifying this console

    I've come across a Blaupunkt console stereo that I may have to have, but need more info before I can make a decision. The current owner can't/won't tell me the model number. A search of radiomuseum.org has proved fruitless, so can anybody lend a hand in nailing down an i.d. for this unit? Here's...
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    Preamp question

    An old Harmon Kardon Citation I recently came into my possession. Any opinions about this piece of gear? I'm a relative newbie to the vintage audio scene, so I'm trying to deteremine what, if any use I have for it.
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    RTR score!

    This past weekend an old friend asked me to help evaluate a late family member's estate. It turns out that the deceased owned a small audio production business and did most of his work from a basement studio. My buddy informed me that I could buy anything I was interested in, with the rest of...
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    Question about a Zenith console

    Not sure if this is this place to ask this, but y'all can forgive a newbie's ignorance, right? :-) This week I bought an old Zenith stereo console for $5. It's a model MK2608, placing it 'round about 1962/63. The cabinet and tuner are in great shape. However, the previous owner removed the...
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