RTA 11 - (Real Time Array) - sellable?

[Terpsfan]

I have a pair of Polk Audio RTA 11 floor-standing speakers, original owner, in good shape (considering they were bought in the early/mid 80's!). Is there a market for these big bad boys? Shipping weight is close to 60 lbs each, so I'd rather sell them locally (Maryland), but don't even know if it's worth putting them up on Ebay. They put out a great, huge sound, but are too large for my place right now. Heck, they were too large in my college dorm back in the day, but that didn't seem to matter then!

Thanks.

[RuSsMaN]

Those are Monitor 11's, no?

There are some good Polkies in MD, Dorokusai and F1Nut for sure. I'm fairly positive, if the asking price is in line, one of them will take them off your hands.

Cheers,
Russ

[Tour2ma]

Those be Peerless tweets???

[RuSsMaN]

You got it.

[Terpsfan]

Originally posted by RuSsMaN
Those are Monitor 11's, no?

I think they are Monitor 11's. I had the 5's, then 7's, then 10's each year in college, then went to these, and the manual calls them "Reference Monitor System (R.T.A. 11)." Gordon Miller Music in Towson, MD had this trade-up policy where they'd give you full credit for your previous speakers if you bought the next higher ones within a year. So after each summer job, I went to the next bigger speakers!

[Tour2ma]

Originally posted by RuSsMaN
You got it. Damn I love those... Worth 10 trips to TxPFII. I've now got three Monitor series models with 'em and a spare pair on the shelf...

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by Terpsfan
so I'd rather sell them locally (Maryland), but don't even know if it's worth putting them up on Ebay.

Terpsfan,

PM sent.

- Mike

[Terpsfan]

Well, I've been on these boards and Ebay all morning... great resource here!! Could I get some feedback on a fair price range for these speakers (Monitor 11's)? They are in good shape and I'm not interested in top dollar, just a fair price for someone that would really enjoy these speakers and give them a good home! I see quite a few sales and pricing info for Monitor 10's and some for 12's, but no posts on ClubPolk or Ebay for 11's.

Thanks!

[Tour2ma]

FWIW... here's the Orion data... which can be either high or low compared to ebay.

POLK SPK, MONITOR 11
Description:
Manufacture Years: 1982 - 1985
Additional Information:
Retail
MSRP: $800.00
USED: $200.00
Wholesale
Mint: $120.00
Average: $70.00

To give the above some framework, nice Monitor 10b's, which are seen on the bay every few weeks, go for around $200. A bit more, if listed with stands. Here's the most recent listing I have saved:
C:\My Documents\ebay\Audio Buying\Polk\Monitors\10's\eBay item 5716738564 (Ends Aug-27-04 135507 PDT) - POLK AUDIO MONITOR 10B 10 B HOME AUDIO SPEAKERS !!.htm

Edit: Duh... copying my file doesn't help much... Here's a link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5716738564

The Orion poop on the 10b's is:
POLK SPK, MONITOR 10B
Description: 3-WAY, 10" SUBWOOFER, (2)6.5" BASS-MIDS, 1" TWEETER, VINYL
Manufacture Years: 1979 - 1989
Additional Information:
Retail
MSRP: $750.00
USED: $240.00
Wholesale
Mint: $140.00
Average: $80.00

EDIT: Do note that the older "A" series Mon's (with the Peerless tweeters) do run less than the B's, both in Orion and on the bay, by $50 to $100...

[F1nut]

The last pair of Monitor 11's on eBay went for $227.00 or so a couple of months ago. As I've stated before, my father has a pair he bought new and they still sound good today.

[Terpsfan]

Thanks for the quick and useful responses! I had no idea there was such an active community of Polk fans - that was my first post here, but I have been lurking since the Spring :)

BlueMDPicker - Ellicott City too?? I sent you back a PM.

Thanks

[Strong Bad]

Yeah, keep lurking around my man. Several Maryland Polkies in here on a regular basis. I'm in Baltimore.


John

[steveinaz]

These guys don't know what they're talking about. This speaker is awful, send them to me immediately, and save yourself any further embarrassment....:D

[HBombToo]

How much?

Twin:p

[George Grand]

Disregard.

[Tour2ma]

Originally posted by George Grand
Disregard. Hell, I'll say it...
Welcome home, Troy.....

[Tour2ma]

Meanwhile, back on topic...

Terpsfan,
Do you have a deal set with BlueMDPicker or other? If not, I'd like a spot in line.

I think I may have a very private carrier that can get them on their way to TX...

(right F1/ doro??? :D )

Let me know...

[Terpsfan]

Thanks for the feedback and interest everyone! BlueMDPicker did ask about the speakers first and he's gonna stop by and audition them and has first dibs - and he lives about 5 min. away from me, amazing. If he's not interested, I'll post again that they're available.

Thanks

[krimney]

They look just like my 11s. Whoever ended up with the manual, I'd love a copy if it isn't too much trouble. No need for anything fancy, just plop in on a photocopier, fold the paper into a small envelope, whatever it takes. I can send a couple bucks if you want. I've seen a fair # of the 10s but only the one 11.
If you guys are in search of those Peerless tweeters, the Bang and Olufsen S70 uses them too.

[dorokusai]

Hey Picker, did you get them?

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by dorokusai
Hey Picker, did you get them?

Hi doro,

I've been away for the last 10 days. Terpsfan and I got together before I left, and on the phone yesterday, and I'm taking a look/listen this evening or saturday.

- Mike

[dorokusai]

Mike - Sounds great, you know the collecting doesn't end there right? :D

Mark

[BlueMDPicker]

Oh, how well I know Mark! Once I get "in" to something, I'm IN. My wife still smiles and shakes her head every time a new guitar magically appears in the house. She absolutely loves our SDA 2-B's, so this could get scarey as hell.

Given the opportunity, I could easily become "Raife, Jr." :cool:

[dorokusai]

Amen! Hey when are you going to take a trip over here?

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by dorokusai
Amen! Hey when are you going to take a trip over here?

Any time I'm invited! :p

I've cruised out your way often in the street rod (108 to 27 to 144 and back home used to be one of my favorite circuits.) The rolling landscape dotted with scenic horse farms is slowly but surely giving way to housing - still beautiful country and some of the best in this part of MD.

Mike

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by krimney
They look just like my 11s. Whoever ended up with the manual, I'd love a copy if it isn't too much trouble.

PM me with your email address and I'll scan the manual and put it in a PDF file, if that works for you.

Mike

[BlueMDPicker]

Hiccup

[Terpsfan]

Originally posted by Terpsfan
Thanks for the feedback and interest everyone! BlueMDPicker did ask about the speakers first and he's gonna stop by and audition them and has first dibs - and he lives about 5 min. away from me, amazing. If he's not interested, I'll post again that they're available.

Thanks

Sold 'em to a good home at Picker's!

[BlueMDPicker]

Marty,

Just as I suspected after listening to them at your place, my wife wants me to use them in the 2 CH rig and move the SDA 2-B's to the family room system (pssst... it ain't gonna' happen!) She likes the 11's over the SDA's because of the slightly crisper highs and attenuated bass the 11's provide with the "padding" on the passive sub-bass radiators. She's turning into quite the little audiophile - gotta' love it!

Thanks for selling me (another) great set of Polks.

Mike

[Tour2ma]

Damn... I mean congrats, BMDP...

Your wife has good taste. I think those old Peerless tweeters are something special as well.

... and I believe the proper term is "audio-filly"... ;)

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by Tour2ma
... and I believe the proper term is "audio-filly"... ;)

She likes it! Thanks!

[Terpsfan]

Originally posted by BlueMDPicker
Marty,

Just as I suspected after listening to them at your place, my wife wants me to use them in the 2 CH rig and move the SDA 2-B's to the family room system (pssst... it ain't gonna' happen!) She likes the 11's over the SDA's because of the slightly crisper highs and attenuated bass the 11's provide with the "padding" on the passive sub-bass radiators. She's turning into quite the little audiophile - gotta' love it!

Thanks for selling me (another) great set of Polks.

Mike
Mike,

Glad to hear that they were a hit with your wife - they do produce a fantastic sound. It was great meeting you.... enjoy the 11's!

My place looks twice as large with the 11's gone. So... I've been looking at the space and thinking, 2 CH bookshelves, or .... hmmm, 5.1 surround with perhaps one of the Polk Sub/Sat packages?? But, I'm going to finish the basement first and then worry about the LR.... so about 3 more weeks 'til that decision!

[dorokusai]

This place is great, Polkies at their best.

[BlueMDPicker]

The 11's at their adopted home with their new step-brothers:

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by Terpsfan
But, I'm going to finish the basement first and then worry about the LR....

Marty,

I'd love to see the HT when you finish the remodel project. Audio-filly and the kids are movie fan(atic)s. When I described what you're doing, I got a very expensive sounding "well?" from her.
:eek: FrankZ has already given me some great ideas on incorporating all the Maggies I have into a HT setup.

Mike

[Tour2ma]

... and still room for more. :D

BMDP,
Your counterpoint is a hybrid... Yes? I've never heard, but have been intrigued by them in the past.

Can't wait to see on our home page say:
"Newest Member: audio_filly"

I think I get royalties, or at least dibs on the next Mon 11 move...

Later
T2

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by Tour2ma
Your counterpoint is a hybrid... Yes? I've never heard, but have been intrigued by them in the past.
T2,

It's been a solid performer with my Maggie MG-1s for nearly 20 years. I auditioned several amps back then and it was a hands-down winner for me with jazz and blues. I smoked the power transformer in it awhile back and, after looking/pricing/listening to several things in its class, I decided to bite the bullet and have Mike Elliot rebuild it for me. That's were it is right now (Alta Vista Audio in CA). I hope to have it back shortly.

I think I get royalties, or at least dibs on the next Mon 11 move...
Next 11's are yours for sure. At the moment, I'm lusting for a pair of SDA 1's or SDA-SRS 1.2's (yeah, I know - dream on!) - then, I'll need a larger home!!

Take care,

Mike

[dorokusai]

Mike - I have a pair of SDA1C's for you when we're both ready. I'm on the prowl.

[BlueMDPicker]

Originally posted by dorokusai
Mike - I have a pair of SDA1C's for you when we're both ready. I'm on the prowl.

Deal! (man, I'm glad audio-philly is asleep at the moment)