chucke1963
Member
It's got to sound better than my old Bose 301's, no?
I actually got rid of those so I dont have any speakers at all right now!
I left a voice message for the Time Frames. Hopefully dude will call back soon.
Vintage 3-ways for around $250
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It's got to sound better than my old Bose 301's, no?
I actually got rid of those so I dont have any speakers at all right now!
I left a voice message for the Time Frames. Hopefully dude will call back soon.
Oh yeah, they'll be better for sure. :thmbsp:
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chucke1963
Member
Time Frames appear to be sold. Dude never called back and ad is pulled.
What about Boston Acoustics A120's?
What about Boston Acoustics A120's?
That's the only A series Boston I'd say no to.
chucke1963
Member
I seen them on Ebay. I am ready to buy online if there is anything out there in my price range including shipping.
The hunt continues.
I don't mind buying something even if it is not a lifetime keeper. I just need to get my feet wet...
Yeah, unfortunately those are the only Boston A series that aren't very good.
pw5599
Well-Known Member
Not to criticize your choices but it never hurts to add another 
They're not 3 way but some of the best speakers anywhere and one of my faves, Energy 22. Well worth a listen.
Not sure where you're from but they're easier to get in Canada. I've seen them on Ebay as well. There's someone on CanuckAdioMart right now selling 2 pairs of the 22 connoisseur, the top of the 3 models but he wants $1000 a pair and they are gorgeous. There's several others selling Pros. The Pro (rear vent) 22 or Reference (front vent) 22 are the same drivers, different box and are much cheaper to get. They'd be in your price range.
The connoisseurs:
http://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/648988356-energy_22_reference_connoisseur_piano_black__oak/
Pros:
http://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/648995005-energy_pro22__speakers/
They're not 3 way but some of the best speakers anywhere and one of my faves, Energy 22. Well worth a listen.
Not sure where you're from but they're easier to get in Canada. I've seen them on Ebay as well. There's someone on CanuckAdioMart right now selling 2 pairs of the 22 connoisseur, the top of the 3 models but he wants $1000 a pair and they are gorgeous. There's several others selling Pros. The Pro (rear vent) 22 or Reference (front vent) 22 are the same drivers, different box and are much cheaper to get. They'd be in your price range.
The connoisseurs:
http://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/648988356-energy_22_reference_connoisseur_piano_black__oak/
Pros:
http://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/648995005-energy_pro22__speakers/
chucke1963
Member
Cerwin Vega
New Member
Maybe get yourself a nice pair of these:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SANSUI-SP-2...49?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item53ebfdbac5
Not earth shattering, But should do the trick.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SANSUI-SP-2...49?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item53ebfdbac5
Not earth shattering, But should do the trick.
SFBayArch
Super Member
These are NOT Acoustic Research speakers. They are the proverbial "white van" speakers. They just have a cleverly deceptive name.
Good call on passing...
Those suck, you did good passing on those.
chucke1963
Member
They looked rather cheap, I wasn't feeling it. Did a quick google on my phone and seen an old thread about the "white van" speakers. Wasn't sure if they were the same or not.
chucke1963
Member
Those are supposed to be pretty decent, but I wouldn't pay that much for them.
I saw a pair of DCM Time Windows on the San Fran CL just a few minutes ago, for $120, and I'd much rather have those...in fact I do own a pair and they're fantastic.
The ad says "San Bruno" where ever that is.
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chucke1963
Member
I was curious about those as well. I sent a message requesting some pics. I will go check them out if everything looks okay.
Thanks!
Believe those are great speakers and well worth the price if they are in good condition. I'm listening to mine as I type this.
Damn man, your CL has a **** load of speakers I'd buy. There are some nice old Infinity's, like a set of very good looking RSB's, a pair of Boston T-930's for $169 that need the woofers refoamed, but that's easy, and I'd use it to offer less. But still, if you can get the Time Windows...I would.:yes:
krowmagnum
Compulsive speaker freak
The Time Windows would be an excellent choice. If you don't like them you can always recoup your costs as long as they are in good condition and all drivers are working.
For harder rock I prefer the larger Time Frames. TF-700 and up sound good on just about any kind of music and handle power well.
You might like Pioneer HPM series speakers too. Some people hate them but some people hate Klipsch too. I've had several good pairs of Klipsch speakers which are all gone but I still have my HPM-100 and HPM-900's. Remember that speakers are a personal choice thing and only you can decide what you like.
For harder rock I prefer the larger Time Frames. TF-700 and up sound good on just about any kind of music and handle power well.
You might like Pioneer HPM series speakers too. Some people hate them but some people hate Klipsch too. I've had several good pairs of Klipsch speakers which are all gone but I still have my HPM-100 and HPM-900's. Remember that speakers are a personal choice thing and only you can decide what you like.
AR4x
Active Member
Forget about those suckers, this is classic Acoustic Research AR2ax. You may want to try look for AR5 on eBay also, they go cheaper than the AR2ax, but many folks here like them better.
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