IEASTI Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 There is a pair on Trademe... had no reserve on 7500 before but then the owner added a reserve over it... Would it be from someone on this site?
got tinnitus Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 Yep. Sorry. I had a crisis of confidence; for me to sell these babies it's got to be really worth it so I just had to put a reserve on. I don't mean to dick anyone around but I obviously don't want to make a mistake and have them sell for less that what they are worth to me... So if they do get bids and not reach reserve then I'll look at offering again with no reserve.
bluedog Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 got tinnitus;132086 wrote: Yep. Sorry. I had a crisis of confidence; for me to sell these babies it's got to be really worth it so I just had to put a reserve on. I don't mean to dick anyone around but I obviously don't want to make a mistake and have them sell for less that what they are worth to me ... So if they do get bids and not reach reserve then I'll look at offering again with no reserve. What would you replace such a nice speaker with ?:confused:
got tinnitus Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 bluedog;132088 wrote: What would you replace such a nice speaker with ?:confused: This is where my crisis of confidence comes in! I really don't know just yet. But I've had a chat with various peeps and all say I'm mad even considering moving them on... They are a serious speaker and I'm fortunate to own a pair. I'm eyeing up Naim Ovators and Harbeth. The M4.0(?) Harbeth is the same cost as the Naim S600 so it could be a shoot out with these two. Ultimately, I'd go for ATC active towers. But they are out of my league unless a set 2nd-hand appear....
hopeman Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 Listen to the M4.0 at JP's place and even the low-end Pass Labs INT-150 can drive it well, didn't hear any "color" or "sound of cabinet" the SHL5 normally have. Not enough cash though...
IEASTI Posted September 2, 2010 Author Posted September 2, 2010 My brother owns a pair of proac 3.8 and they were a pleasure to listen to... every time the music is on didn't want to leave his place... I'd imagine response 4 would be quite a step up from those... got tinnitus: I remember you mentioned you got them off trademe for 7k years ago! what a bargain! I'd imagine you'd have to spend quite a lot more money for something better (or different)??
serioushifi1553552742 Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 Is there a link to the auction?
little blue penguin Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 serioushifi;132094 wrote: Is there a link to the auction? http://www.trademe.co.nz/Electronics-photography/Home-audio/Speakers-and-stands/Floor-speakers/auction-314251812.htm
eRaS1553552749 Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 Does anyone else see the ghost in the picture?
Shane Hanify Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 got tinnitus;132090 wrote: This is where my crisis of confidence comes in! I really don't know just yet. But I've had a chat with various peeps and all say I'm mad even considering moving them on... They are a serious speaker and I'm fortunate to own a pair. I'm eyeing up Naim Ovators and Harbeth. The M4.0(?) Harbeth is the same cost as the Naim S600 so it could be a shoot out with these two. Ultimately, I'd go for ATC active towers. But they are out of my league unless a set 2nd-hand appear.... I should give you a kick for even thinking it. Give them time to bed in with your new gear first. Cheers, Shane.
infinitesadness Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 eRaS;132097 wrote: Does anyone else see the ghost in the picture? Yep sure do... looks like he's tried to edit someone out of the picture.
King Size1553552683 Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 VinylFan;132120 wrote: Yep sure do... looks like he's tried to edit someone out of the picture. Not at all. that's just what happens when you combine movement and a slow shutter speed:cool:
Guest Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 Ghost pictures. Some extreme examples http://itchyi.squarespace.com/thelatest/2010/7/20/the-longest-photographic-exposures-in-history.html
a poindexter Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 michael w;132136 wrote: Ghost pictures. Some extreme examples http://itchyi.squarespace.com/thelatest/2010/7/20/the-longest-photographic-exposures-in-history.html what a cool link there mr w. cheers
Guest Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 You're welcome. Pretty incredible shots, up to 36 months exposure ! I wouldn't have the patience for a project like that. As one comment read, take that digital !
Guest Guest Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 Morning Tin, Well Frankly I'm not sure you are doing the right thing I've heard both the Alternatives you mention and the 5's you currently have on the market. Properly setup and driven the Proacs will better the other two in not all but MOST departments in Playback. If you have "Upgradeitis Nervosa" then so be it but for my two cents I'd keep the venerable 5's. I currently own Harbeths-- great products sublimely reserved but pleasing The Naim units-- apart from being overpriced in Oz and NZ is also a fine transducer but to me lack something-involvement in the moment. Good Luck with the Auction anyway--even if I feel it'd a big mistake. DesW
got tinnitus Posted September 2, 2010 Posted September 2, 2010 Thanks DesW. Probably very wise words.....
eRaS1553552749 Posted September 3, 2010 Posted September 3, 2010 Hey DesW, do you mind me asking how the Harbeth speakers are? Are they really that good?
hopeman Posted September 3, 2010 Posted September 3, 2010 I wish someone can sell the Monitor 40.1 for $7.5K, will click buy now at once...
got tinnitus Posted September 3, 2010 Posted September 3, 2010 Have a chat with Jason Parmenter. He is negotiable on his demo pair of 40.1. And what a stonking speaker. Need a big room for them though.
Guest Posted September 3, 2010 Posted September 3, 2010 haha I doubt he will be that negotiable. Anyone who loves the Proac style of presentation probably won't get on with Harbeths and vice versa. As Des said, "sublimely reserved".
got tinnitus Posted September 3, 2010 Posted September 3, 2010 From what I've read, the M40.1 will do me nicely. Tonally neutral and able to kick arse. And they look like how speakers should!
got tinnitus Posted September 5, 2010 Posted September 5, 2010 hopeman;132200 wrote: I wish someone can sell the Monitor 40.1 for $7.5K, will click buy now at once... JP has his demo pair on TM.....
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