Atlanta Locals: Great Gear Interest Check

[Early B.]

My good friend who is interested in selling both of his two channnel systems and other assorted items. However, he has no desire to ship the gear, hence the local interest check. Here's what he has along with special, no-haggle Polk pricing:

VMPS Tower IISE speakers 7.5/10 condition - $600 (see pics) **sale pending**

Odyssey Stratos Amplifier (standard version) 8/10 condition - $725 **sale pending**

Promitheus TVC Ref 4 7/10 condition (it's been painted black) - $450 **SOLD**

Bohlender Graebner 5-hybrid ribbon speaker (4 floorstanders + center) for HT 8.5/10 condition - $500

Shanling T-100 tube CDP - 8/10 condition - $900

Shanling 50-watt tube monoblocks - 8/10 condition - $1,200

Tyler Acoustics Taylo 7U's - 9/10 condition - $1,750 **sale pending**

Denon 2900 DVD player - $250 **SOLD**

He's selling off most of his gear and going in a completely different direction.

PM me if you're interested in any of his stuff. Polkies have first shot at this great gear before it goes to the 'gon.

[stereo_luver]

I'd be interested in the Odessey. Can I get specs on it? Maybe a pic or two?

[Early B.]

I'd be interested in the Odessey. Can I get specs on it? Maybe a pic or two?

Sine it's my friend's unit, I don't have pics, but it has the silver top and faceplate. Vey nice looking compared to the basic black. It's 150 wpc. I just checked -- it has the upgraded capacitance, as well.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

NVM

I dont need anymore speakers LOL

But if I were closer and bored with my current setup, Id buy those VMPS in a heart beat!

[thebluemonkey]

nice gear

[amulford]

What if you ship it for him?

[Early B.]

What if you ship it for him?

That's the plan. I'll be listing most of his gear on the 'gon very soon. I need to snap some pics. He doesn't want to ship the speakers, though.

He also has a 10 ft. pair of Audioquest CV-8 speaker cables with 72 DBS for $425 [**sale pending**] and a set of 3 ft. DH Labs Revelation ICs RCA for $200.

[treitz3]

Ask him if he still has the AQ-CV8's. I'm only interested if they are the 10'+. Thanks bud. Oh, can you ask him what kind of condition they are in and how old the battery pack is please?

[Early B.]

Ask him if he still has the AQ-CV8's. I'm only interested if they are the 10'+. Thanks bud. Oh, can you ask him what kind of condition they are in and how old the battery pack is please?

My friend purchased his CV8's about 6 months ago off the 'gon or ebay. He is the second owner. I don't know how long the original owner owned them. They are in what I would consider to be 8/10 condition. So they're basically in the same condition as the ones you own.

[treitz3]

Good enough to me. I love what these things do for my rig. PM me your info. again, as I have deleted since you have gone to HT :p.

Seriously, I don't have your info. anymore. Also, if those Taylos don't sell soon, LMK, as maybe we [him,I,you] can work something out. I promised myself I wouldn't blow any more cash until I got the Taylors, but these cables I'll make an exception for. :D

[Early B.]

PM sent, treitz3.

I took a few pics of all of my friend's gear a couple of days ago, but they all came out blurry. Had my camera on the wrong setting, so I'll try again later this week.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Is that Odyssey Stratos green board or red board?

Thanks

[Early B.]

Is that Odyssey Stratos green board or red board?

Thanks

I dunno. I gotta open it up this weekend to check.

Why? Do you want another one?

Are the red boards worth more $ ?

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Maybe

Red Boards are worth what you are asking

Green boards are not...

Red Boards have a MUCH better circuit board, thicker, better traces -------

The wiring is also upgraded along with the capacitors...

[Early B.]

Thanks for letting me know.

My friend is out of town for the next few days, so I'll check on it when he returns.

[ohskigod]

does that Prometheus have 2 outputs by chance?

[Early B.]

does that Prometheus have 2 outputs by chance?

Yes. It's a Ref. 4 version.

[Early B.]

Here's a pic of the painted Promitheus TVC:

[RuSsMaN]

So is any of this actually for sale, or is it still just a circle jerk?

[Early B.]

So is any of this actually for sale, or is it still just a circle jerk?

Original post updated. Two items sale pending to Polkies...

I should clarify one thing -- items except the speakers are available to be shipped.

[treitz3]

I should clarify one thing -- items except the speakers are available to be shipped.
That's OK, you can deliver them to me. :D :p :rolleyes:

I love road trips, no problemo! However, this weekend is out of the question. Maybe some other time.

BTW, I am no longer after the speaker cables. They are still up for grabs. They are real nice sounding cables and they would do the naysayer's some justice.

But act quick, because I might just find the $$$ for both.

[treitz3]

PM sent E.B. ;)

[lightman1]

That denon DVD does SACD, right? Or am I thinking of another. I'm interested if it does.
Thanks

[Early B.]

That denon DVD does SACD, right? Or am I thinking of another. I'm interested if it does.
Thanks

Yep. It's a universal player, so it does SACD and DVD-A.

PM me and we'll work out the details if you're interested.

[lightman1]

PM sent. Thanks

[treitz3]

Got your PM Early. Thanks!

You know what Polkies? I've already had two or three sales with this cat [disregarding what sales are current] and all have been flawless. Great communication and when EarlyB rates things as he does, it has always shown up at my door better than described.

Rare nowadays it seems.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Whos getting the Stratos??? :(

[treitz3]

:D

That would be me. Along with the Audioquest SC's and the Tyler's.

:D

[engtaz]

treitz3,
Good for you. Sweet setup your getting.

Congrats and we all know you will enjoy,
engtaz

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

If you ever sell that Stratos --

Please give me first right of refusal!! ;) (or acceptance)

Haha...

[treitz3]

Um..............

Well..................

I'll trade ya'! :p :rolleyes: :D

What?:eek: First right of refusal is okeedokie with muah.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

you need to bring over your JMs and the Stratos for a comparo one day ---

Stereo Stratos vs. Mono Stratos...

Congrats man - you will def like it

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Man I need to stop viewing this thread --

I keep wanting those VMPS...

*sigh*

[audiobliss]

you want them...you want them...you want them...you want them...you want them...

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Ill ponder this

If Treitz would be able to pick them up with the other gear (I'll split the cost of gas with ya)

And Early will honor his previous price...

I'll think about it...

Dangit

(I'm just pondering this, if someone wants them, by all means take them!) lol

[Early B.]

Man I need to stop viewing this thread --

I keep wanting those VMPS...

*sigh*

Well, Sid, let me tell you a story about those VMPS Tower IISE speakers....

As you know, my friend has your exact model 7U's, even down to the same finish. When they arrived, we conducted a brief A/B test between the 7U's and the Tower II's. I was expecting the 7U's to spank the VMPS' in terms of detail and clarity, midrange quality, etc., but it wasn't so. In fact, the VMPS' sounded equally as good as the 7U's. I was shocked. The difference was in the bass -- for the 7U's, the bass was actually much deeper and tighter in the small room we were in. Again, I was shocked. (I later realized the bass was loading up in the corners of the room moreso with the 7U's, so it was kinda artificial, but quite impressive nonetheless.) The bass on the VMPS' was "wider" or "fuller." Of course, we didn't go as far as tweaking the bass (i.e., pinching putty) for the room. So the bass from either speaker wasn't better or worse, just different in its presentation.

This meager "experiment" demonstrated to us that the VMPS speakers represent an incredible value compared to the 7U's.

The other thing to keep in mind -- If you'll recall, I used to trade out speakers every couple of months before I got my Tower II's. I ain't selling them anytime soon. I really appreciate the ability to dial in the sound I want for each speaker using the midrange and treble pots. I really haven't delved into pinching putty very much, but the fact that I can is very cool.

Sid -- if I had the space, I would have already purchased my friend's Tower II's to use as rear speakers. It would be like having subwoofers in every speaker. For the price, they can't be beat.

Let me know soon if you're still interested. I spoke with my friend yesterday and he's contemplating holding onto the VMPS' to serve as his HT fronts, but since he hasn't totally commited to doing this yet, perhaps I can pursuade him to sell them to you.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Brad, you suck.

If Treitz has room --

I'll take them and split gas with him.

And if Treitz dosn't have room ---

I'll take a road trip one weekend...

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

I guess worst come to worst --

I'll have some BEASTING surround channels in the future...

But mark them sold - they are mine, you suck, you know it, they better be cake eating awesome.... LOL *sigh* this just NEVER ENDS!!!!

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

I also will need more pictures of those VMPS towers.....

(Front, Sides, Backs, Tops)

Thanks

[Early B.]

OK, Sid, I'll confer with my friend today and PM you.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Ill be at work most of the day --- so, will keep track as I can...

Thanks

[Early B.]

Ill be at work most of the day --- so, will keep track as I can...

Thanks

Off topic -- are you enrolled in trade school right now?

[Early B.]

Oh, I should also mention that the 12" passive radiators on the VMPS' are new.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Technically I am, after this semester - I will probally take a break...

New PRs?

Sweet

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Oh yeah --

Tom - if he dosnt have boxes for the 7u -- you can borrow mine for the journey...

[SLOCOOKN]

If Sid backs out I would like to be considered for the VMPS please!

Thanks,

Steve

Edit:

I need to know asap as a family friend is traveling to GA over the holiday. Where at in GA?

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Those VMPS are sold --

I'll drive there to get them if I have to.... LOL

*sigh*

This hobby sucks...

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Also ---

I'll mail you the money in the next few days - just PM me your addy, and I'll make it down there in the coming weeks if thats cool...

Just awaiting more pictures and so forth...

[treitz3]

I will have no problem picking them up for you Trey. I'll empty out the [work] trailer and that way we won't have to worry about the elements. The trailer has a kick a$$ suspension and I've carried Carver amazings from Fla. and my whole rig to and from this years Carverfest with absolutely no problems. Not even so much as a scratch on anything.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

AWESOME

Do you need the boxes for the 7u just in case?

[treitz3]

I dunno. I'll have to wait for Early to chime in.

[Early B.]

Do you need the boxes for the 7u just in case?

No. My friend has the boxes for the 7U's. It's nice of you to offer, though.

Sid -- I still have to confirm with my friend if he's gonna sell the VMPS speakers. If so, they're yours. I'll talk to him tonight. I'll also try and get more pics sometime this week. I'll have to arrange a time to go over his house and snap the pics myself.

[treitz3]

Early, could you snap a pic of the inside of the amp for me?

Please? Pretty please with sugar on top?

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Thanks --

Part of me wants me to hear he's not going to sell them ;)

But I'll give them a good home...

As for the amp --

Amp innards will just look like this...

The innards was my old Khartago, which is the same amp - different case...

And the heat sinks will be like whats on my current amps, just to tie ya over! ;)

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Hey Brad,
As soon as I see some more pics (larger pics at that) and a confirmation - a money order will be sent your way..

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Hmm

I might have to go down there this weekend... haa

I want to hear these speakers....

The fact Early B says they are as good if not better than my beloved 7u.... has my interest sparked...

Ah, me need an answer :(

Pestering Sid...

I figured if they dont quite do it for me - they'd be smoking surrounds...

But -- haha

These don't use the Megawoofers do they?

[Early B.]

VMPS speakers -- SOLD!!

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Will send money out next few days ---

After I see some more pics please! :)

[Early B.]

VMPS pics below...

[Early B.]

Taylos pics below...

[Early B.]

Odyssey pics below...

[Early B.]

Shanling pics below...

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Hey Brad

I'm in a mood to drive --

If I decide to, would pick up this Sunday be an option?

[Early B.]

Hey Brad

I'm in a mood to drive --

If I decide to, would pick up this Sunday be an option?

Yeah, early to mid-afternoon would be fine. PM me for details.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

PM sent ---

That Stratos with silver face and top is SWEET

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Hey Early ---

PM box is clear, fwiw

[lightman1]

Had a little package on my porch today. "What could that be?" I queried to myself. It had Denon printed on it. JOY! as Stimpy would say. (anybody?...).
Early B sent it 2nd day ship! Wow! I cracked it open and there she was, my first foray into the world of SACD.
It was missing four screws, smelled of sardines, was missing two boards inside and had Xbox skins applied to it.:p
Not really!! Jeeese!
Just a shout of thanks to EB for a great deal and smooth transaction. As soon as I clean the peanut butter out of the transport, I'll plug it in and see what all the fuss is about.
Thanks again EB.
Lightman Russ:D

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Wow - is everything going to NC? lol

Does the Shanling play SACD? If so - we may have something going there too....

HAha, I kid

[lightman1]

Sounds like things are gettin better in The Grove tonight. Garys BBQ Rocks!
You know what I mean?

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Gary has some darn good food -- fo sho

[lightman1]

If I drive down Church St. Will I hear your house?

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Depends on which church st you speak of...

One in Concord?

If you drive down that Church St - you are going to hear where I work! ;)

[lightman1]

China Grove. I come in on 152 from M'ville. (threadjacking):o. PM me and and we'll swap war stories.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

I'm just curious here --

But that finish isnt vinyl is it?

[Early B.]

I'm just curious here --

But that finish isnt vinyl is it?

Or course not. Lay off the blue magic, Sid.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

hahaha

Well I was looking at the pictures -- and the grain was so consistent, I wasn't positive...

But cool --

Sunday Sunday Sunday

[appadv]

If I drive down Church St. Will I hear your house?

Yes you can probably hear his system outside the house! ;)

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

Do you think we can stop giving hints to where I live over the internet?

Jesus christ... lol

City, sure --

But road names? Come on now...

[appadv]

Haha, I thought you lived in Newburgh County, hence the NC.

[treitz3]

He's lying. He doesn't live in NC at all. He's playing a trick on us. ;)

[lightman1]

I heard one the other day. NC stands for "Near Charlotte".

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

1 Hour - 6 Minutes

I'm headed that way soon! ;)

[engtaz]

Shanling pics below...

I know I am slow but this setup is awesome.

engtaz

[Early B.]

I know I am slow but this setup is awesome.

engtaz

He's still willing to sell the Shanling gear if you're interested.

[treitz3]

What about the set of 3 ft. DH Labs Revelation ICs RCA for $200 and the Bohlender Graebner 5-hybrid ribbon speaker (4 floorstanders + center) for HT 8.5/10 condition for $500? Not interested myself, but he was selling those as well. Are they sold?

I have purchased the Odyssey Amp, the Tyler Acoustics and the AQ CV-8’s from EarlyB as well as two other purchases that I have been pleased with. All items were described below actual condition and all items were delivered in better than described condition. I would buy gear from Early again with full confidence. Excellent communication throughout and everything was packed well.

Good luck with the continued sales EarlyB and thanks! [You too Trey for picking up the speakers] :D They ROCK!!!

[Early B.]

What about the set of 3 ft. DH Labs Revelation ICs RCA for $200 and the Bohlender Graebner 5-hybrid ribbon speaker (4 floorstanders + center) for HT 8.5/10 condition for $500? Not interested myself, but he was selling those as well. Are they sold?

The DH Labs ICs are sold (I bought them:D).

My friend decided to hold onto his HT speakers for a while longer.