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Post by Bigman80 on May 3, 2018 19:25:17 GMT
Let's see what you find that's an audio bargain.
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Post by Bigman80 on May 3, 2018 19:59:08 GMT
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2018 0:23:15 GMT
Nice lookers those.
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Post by antonio on May 4, 2018 4:32:42 GMT
Shame about the seller.
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Post by Bigman80 on May 4, 2018 7:20:17 GMT
I hadn't noticed. They aren't a favourite of mine either, although pricing can be variable and a keen price can be found amongst the less attractive ones. They have a tatty pair of Spica Angelus that I'd like to have agin at a lower price. So much wrong with them that I'd spend more again than they are asking just to make them decent.
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Post by antonio on May 4, 2018 9:24:31 GMT
I always look at the seller, and were in the uk they are based. I've never seen a bargain from that particular seller, but seen a lot of tat.
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2018 0:49:48 GMT
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Post by antonio on May 5, 2018 5:11:19 GMT
For me too ugly so would not give it house room Paul, although I'm sure it's decent sounding.
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Post by Bigman80 on May 8, 2018 20:35:24 GMT
Holy Hell. You don't see many of those. Might have a bid, or two  |
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Post by Bigman80 on May 10, 2018 7:37:43 GMT
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Post by pauld on May 10, 2018 20:19:52 GMT
Never heard one, but have always wanted to |
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Post by pauld on May 10, 2018 20:20:37 GMT
Nice amp, Colin design I believe. |
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Post by Bigman80 on May 10, 2018 20:45:17 GMT
I believe so too. I have a mate who loves Colin's stuff, especially the Inca Designs Class A stuff. I never got to hear the last one he had and he fell on hard times temporarily and had to sell. He's still looking for a replacement.
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Post by Bigman80 on May 11, 2018 16:28:12 GMT
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Post by antonio on May 12, 2018 17:11:49 GMT
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Post by Bigman80 on May 12, 2018 18:30:39 GMT
Rare to find at all these days, they may be a bit tatty but wouldn't be too hard to pretty up. If a cheaper pair pop up used, I will grab them as a spare pair. I have some modding ideas that could be fun! |
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Post by antonio on May 13, 2018 10:38:29 GMT
Are they over priced in your opinion Westie. The reason I ask, maybe looking for a pair of speakers for tv duties when we move. When the time comes will start a new thread for speakers with vocal clarity.
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Post by Bigman80 on May 13, 2018 10:52:20 GMT
That's usually about the right money, although this pair look a bit shabby. It may well just be surface muck though, the material,on the front is made from horse blankets so it should wash OK as long as you don't use really hot water and shrink it. It sjust lightly tacked on with glue. Grille fabric is easy to replace although you will need the thin stuff if you want them stock.
Spicas only have the triangular side cheeks veneered, so they are very easy to smarten up. The only thing I'd say with Spicas is that they work best with space around them.
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Post by Bigman80 on May 15, 2018 16:42:40 GMT
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Post by antonio on May 15, 2018 17:30:10 GMT
Really does look in new condition. Are they good arms? and would it better my Rega AO 250?
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Post by Bigman80 on May 15, 2018 18:05:00 GMT
I do my know a great deal,about them. I expect Dave (DSJR) will know more.
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Post by Bigman80 on May 15, 2018 18:05:34 GMT
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Post by dsjr on May 15, 2018 20:32:20 GMT
I do my know a great deal,about them. I expect Dave (DSJR) will know more. I always deeply respected Notts Analogue products. ALL their arms work properly with Deccas and without uncontrolled wobbling like the ARO, so no more to be said really  |
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Post by Bigman80 on May 17, 2018 15:41:11 GMT
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Post by antonio on May 18, 2018 4:44:20 GMT
"Please, no pick up" - Seems strange for a pair of speakers. |
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Post by Bigman80 on May 18, 2018 6:10:33 GMT
"Please, no pick up" - Seems strange for a pair of speakers. Given the state of the speakers, he may be ashamed of his gaff  I'm a bit concerned about the "ripple" towards the top rear of one. Looks like they have been exposed to some serious moisture or maybe even dropped. Still, you have buyer protection, I suppose. Part of me wants to buy them just to restore. I do that a lot, especially with things I love. |
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