Hey Stimpy,
Those RM-1s are mine ...... remember you got the 4 graphite woofers from them ?? Hate to part with them, but going to run with my Super Tower R. And I still have the 626 monitors also. Waiting on a Digital Amplifier Company (DAC) Cherry ULTRA to sic on the ST/R .......
Thanks for listing them, was"nt too sure how.
DW
Here is a new one on the GON
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-lrc-large-ribbon-center-2014-02-04-speakers-98281-point-roberts-wa
On ebay, VMPS Super Tower R/SE's:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-HIGH-END-CUSTOM-LOUDSPEAKERS-VMPS-R50-II-DUAL-LINE-BIPOLE-DIPOLE-AMAZING-/261403452659?ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-HIGH-END-CUSTOM-LOUDSPEAKERS-VMPS-R50-II-DUAL-LINE-BIPOLE-DIPOLE-AMAZING-/261403452659?ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=94989)
Though, I don't know how or why the seller even in his wildest imagination thought that he had RM-50's!!! Did he even try to find out what speaker he had??? :scratch: I emailed the seller, sending him info on what he had, and a couple of quotes from Brian, on the design, and used prices. I never heard anything back... :duh:
Just the same, I'd love to hear them. And would like to own them. But, not at that price! Even the opening bid is high, regardless of that Buy It Now fantasy land price! :o
Worth a look, I guess?!? :oops:
Stumpy, I really like this thread. Please keep it going. And yes, I would so love to have 2 tallboys. :P
VMPS RM2 Ribbon Monitors - $1000 (Min. Bid) (Pleasantville, NY
Does minimum bid = reserve bid? $1000 may not satisfy the seller. He is asking $1850 on audiomart. His picture show 2 tweeters while the images from VMPS have only 1 tweeter. http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/RM2.htm (http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/RM2.htm)
Does this gentleman have an older model? If so, is there a difference in cabinet size & can someone explain the difference in how they sound?
Nice work guys. This thread could be archived so be sure to copy the pics in the ads so when they expire we still have the pics. Thx
Thanks Stimpy. Maybe one of these days a local VMPS sub will pop up for me!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Passive-Subwoofer-Huge-Heavy-Very-Deep-Base-/281281753019?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276#ht_196wt_1120
Here you go Conradicles!
Looks like the top tweets are popped out. I bet those sound great when working properly.
Wish I was closer. Here is a great deal:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/subwoofer-Monster-Sub-VMPS-Tall-Boy-allentown-pa-/321378133015?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item4ad3a12417
VMPS Tall Boy for $375 in PA.
Bump: VMPS RM-2 speakers for sale Milwaukee/Chicago area - $1500.00
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=125532.0 (http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=125532.0)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=98569)
"I have a near flawless set of RM-2s for sale in the Milwaukee/Chicago area. They are a light oak in color. Asking $1,500 cash and carry. Delivery in a realistic distance from Kenosha is also possible. Speakers work and sound perfectly, just cleaning house on my audio gear and will no longer need these. I have 4 others sets of VMPS speakers and until you hear a set of these on good gear you won't believe how good they sound. The last price on these from the factory before they went out of business (the owner passed away) was $3,000 for a new set. If interested, I can send more pictures of each speaker.
Sorry, but I will not ship these speakers."
Price drop.......$1200
Not sure what model, I don't think the seller knows either.
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4468665530.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=99450)
VMPS RM40 Audiophile speakers! rare and sweet sounding. - $2950 (Madison, WI)
http://madison.craigslist.org/ele/4452273579.html (http://madison.craigslist.org/ele/4452273579.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=98945)
"If you know the history of this speaker and the company you know that these do not come up for sale very often and even more rare is finding them in the mid-west and there is a reason for that. Most dealers seemed to be more concentrated on the east coast. I recently made a road trip across five states to pick up two pair of these speakers and have decided to sell one pair. It was not an easy decision but I am comforted knowing that I am keeping a pair for myself. This is a big speaker, at 66" high, 12" wide, 17" deep and 240 lbs each, they have big presence physically and sonically. The midrange and upper detail is wonderful. They have 4 ribbons, Fst tweeter, (2) 10" drivers and a down firing 8" passive radiator. They are capable of filling a large room with clean sound given good, clean power, they are some of the best sounding ribbon speakers that I have heard. The finish is Macassan ebony. They will take plenty of power and have adjustable midrange and treble controls located at the rear of the speaker. I am looking for a serious buyer, this is a very nice sounding speaker and well reviewed, they don't make them like this anymore and for the price of what people pay for decent bookshelf speakers you are getting much for your money."
I just bought these speakers so consider them sold.
This allows me to sell my LRC along with the RM2s I have for sale.
Two matching VMPS Tower2 Special Editions, plus one QSO626Special Edition for center channel. $950 (Leesburg, VA)
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649125913-full_range_tower_speakers_plus_matching_center_channel_vmps_tower2specedition/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649125913-full_range_tower_speakers_plus_matching_center_channel_vmps_tower2specedition/)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=99475)
Seems like the price on these keeps going up, each time that they get reposted somewhere. But, at least, the deal now includes a matching center.
"These are one of two pair of amazing of audiophile speakers that I own. Designed by Brian Cheney.
Recommended to me by Anthony Cordesman of Audio Magazine. Downsizing and need to go with only one pair.
You will NOT need a subwoofer with these!!! The bass is full, tight and strong. Goes down to 20 Hz - really. Great for movies. -Includes the matching center channel (QSO626SpecialEdition) - well worth it. THESE CAN ALSO BE BIAMPED - as they have the subwoofer inputs for it.
Upgraded built in 12" Sub-bass unit: 1 mass loaded with slot-loaded port.
Two 12" Special Edition Carbon fiber woofers, specially treated for long lasting, and high quality usage.
One 5" woven carbon fiber Special Edition midrange
1 Focal 120 Hard-dome tweeter - replaced both tweeters with brand new units this year.
PS - I have one extra Focal tweeter.
1 High Efficiency Ribbon super tweeter.
92dB/W/meter at < .7% THD, 115dB SPL at 1 meter with < 5% THD.
45"x15"x16", 105 lbs, each. Minimum Phase design. Bring your movies or Audio to audition."
VMPS SPEAKERS RM1 - $400 (Hollywood)
Price Drop.
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/ele/4366116153.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=96263)
"The VMPS Ribbon Monitors. Both speakers for $400
Large Speakers, Incredible Sound, Perfect Condition. Bought them for $1200. Need to sell.
Home Entertainment Audio Speakers"
VMPS Very Large SUBWOOFER (Aurora/Naperville - Chicago, IL) $90
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/ele/4533508361.html (http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/ele/4533508361.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=101326)
(http://images.craigslist.org/00D0D_lIjzCUJ7KuS_600x450.jpg)
"VMPS Large Subwoofer has two large speakers in large cabinet(the rolls royce manufacturer of speakers).Will sell for 90.00"
Yikes, thats practically a garage sale price.
Or just get a pair of these and spend the rest of your days listening to music.
http://www.pearaudio.com/abridged_diapason_literature.pdf (http://www.pearaudio.com/abridged_diapason_literature.pdf)
For sale on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Tower-II-Super-Tower-Vintage-Speakers-Tower-II-R-2240-2-recycle-/331243811896?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276#ht_5575wt_1573 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Tower-II-Super-Tower-Vintage-Speakers-Tower-II-R-2240-2-recycle-/331243811896?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276#ht_5575wt_1573)
(http://product-images.highwire.com/7699041/2240-6.jpg)
I love the Diapason...heard them decades ago at Las Vegas CES, Riviera Hotel (back in the day when there was a Chicago Summer CES). Same year I heard the big IMF transmission line speakers and Dunlavy's Duntech Sovereign 2000. WOW! What a CES that was.
With all due respect to Richard Shahinian, our Late Ceiling Splash radiation pattern pretty well sends Diapason home on the truck, which was cutting edge thirty years ago. LCS meets all four of Toole's and Gedde' criteria for ideal reverberant field, whereas Diapason falls short in three criteria and completely lacks one. To Shahinian's great credit, I mention him and his implementations in my Patent Application. Further increasing respect for Shahinian is the fact that Toole and Geddes had written nothing on the subject when Diapason arrived.
With high level of certainty I believe if Brian was alive now, at least one VMPS model would have LCS radiation pattern.
IIRC, it was Dr. Robert E. Greene who noted, Newport THE Show had about five speakers (including our AudioKinesis Zephrin 46) with novel implementation of reverberant field theories, high end audio's "final frontier" (in homage to NCC-1701).
The description of what you call LCS reminded me a bit of my beloved Diapasons, which is why I posted the link. I'm glad you like your creation, and I'm sure it sounds glorious, but we'll see if it's still around 40+ years from now, which is about how long Shahinian Acoustics has been in business. The Diapaison was, I believe, introduced in 1987 and has remained relatively unchanged since then. Vasken explained that they have changed the drivers slightly since the early versions, but performance has changed very little. I also own other Shahinian speakers, including a pair of late 70's Obelisks and all share the same voicing and musical presentation. While the Obelisk driver complement and arrangement has changed since the early models, the basic design goals have remained consistent, and their speakers are the only ones I've owned from the late 70's that used all film caps in the crossover. Much of the Shahinian designs were inspired by the work of the great Stu Hegeman, whose speaker are still marketed under a different banner.
After looking at the LCS product on a link I found by googling, I think your basic design might be a difficult sell. The Shahinians generate a great deal of reflection from the ceiling in a relatively small footprint and WAF friendly presentation. Do you offer a product with the ceiling reflection in a single enclosure?
Of every used VMPS model you guys posted here since Brian left us, this is unquestionably the best deal IMO. For several reasons this is one of Brian's best efforts. I'm convinced, after assembling hundreds of TII models of this era:If I was closer I'd buy these just have them. Condition looks superb. These kick butt to cutoff in the mid-high 20 Hz range.
- The "arc" mid-treble driver array is audibly superior to the vertical line array of the so-called more costly TII SE special edition...yes, I know this is anti-intuitive and don't care, I only assembled hundreds of both models and owned them both...I gave up trying to figure out what was better about the older model and this is the only item I can attribute it to.
- This is unequivocally, by good margin, the best cone mid Brian ever sold...his own design, USA made, graphite loaded poly, gauze dust cap, rubber surround, better than the Asian-sourced Versa Tronics WCF (again, from the SE line)...the reason WCF came and went in loudspeaker drivers is because the best thing about it is also the worst thing: when employed in a mid range the CF self damps to such great degree that it has no untoward resonance, but it also severely lacks dynamic snap...it softens too much the transient speed.
This is the absolutely best ever TII model by huge margin. The only driver I don't like so much is the Morel dome (never liked even the upgrade MDT33). I'd replace it with Scan Speak's lovely D29 series and redo only the dome crossover, and that's it. The planar driver is the JVC clone, a good driver.
Well, there are other items worth changing, but they'd be far more intrusive and would completely change the whole Gestalt (but would improve performance). You'd not believe how good these sound with a killer tube amp. Do not, I repeat, it is illegal to biamp this speaker unless both amps are identical. The QSO crossover splits the inputs between the mid and two tweeters. Go straight to Guantanmo.
Killer deal. Get this speaker.
I sold to the assistant director of In The Heat Of The Night two of these and two ST/R, both in walnut like this, with brown grills. Brown grills look fantastic on these walnut veneer models. You can change the cloth but it takes a good degree of effort.
SAWAFUJI DYNAPLEAT / DYNA RIBBON Speakers. Rare. Used by VMPS - (Pennington, New Jersey) $70 Opening Bid
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAWAFUJI-DYNAPLEAT-DYNA-RIBBON-Speakers-Rare-Used-by-VMPS-/191230100370?pt=US_Speaker_Parts_Components&hash=item2c8633c392 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAWAFUJI-DYNAPLEAT-DYNA-RIBBON-Speakers-Rare-Used-by-VMPS-/191230100370?pt=US_Speaker_Parts_Components&hash=item2c8633c392)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=101691)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=101692)
"
This auction is for a pair of rare SAWAFUJI DYNAPLEAT / DYNA RIBBON Speakers.
Used by VMPS in their flagship.
Condition used
All original parts.
No grills on speakers.
One shows split on the diaphram (see picture).
Dimensions: 6"H x 6"W" x 1"D"
Stimpy, you found my ad for a pair of Original Subwoofers! :)
What is GLWTS?
It isn't listed in several acronym sites.
For my sake, I hope good luck means Cindy Margolis wants to buy my subs :lol:.
Wow!
I must be either getting old, or out of touch; as I didn't know who Cindy Margolis was!?! :o
Glad that I took the time to look her up! :P :oops: :wink:
Plus, if Cindy Margolis showed up to buy your subs, I wouldn't be surprised if you forgot to
collect the ca$h...!!! :notworthy:
Too late, Cindy showed up last week to pick up a couple LARGERS and told me "size DID matter" (just kidding of course) :lol:
The floor standing speaker system lowermost rightmost in the image: See the two 17cm mid bass, horizontal, about ear level seated? Those are Audax HIF17JVX2CA12 (IIRC), the exact same mid bass John Bau employed in his legendary original Spica TC50. The white 13cm mid ranges are by JVC and I forgot the model.
This may be the strangest image I have seen on the web. Why? Because I knew well the person who built those bizarre speakers. In fact those were in his home about 36 years ago. His name is Ralph Glembotzki and he used to work for Brian. Ralph lived with his mom about a half block up from an old building where Marty Balin used to practice with his band in San Anselmo (Marin County), about two blocks S of Sir Francis Drake Bl. I was walking by one day, saw Marty, rushed to my home in Sleepy Hollow, got the record, and Marty signed it.
I would sure like to know exactly how the heck those weird speakers ended up in Sun City, CA! Maybe I'll ask him at ebay.
VMPS Type 12" CARBON FIBER RAW SPEAKER - (Reno, Nevada) $250 BIN or Make Offer
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171369904679 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/171369904679)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=101551)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=101550)
"This is one single extremely rare VMPS woven carbon fiber 12"speaker made by Brian Cheney.
It is an 8 ohm speaker and I believe it is 200 to 300 watt RMS. These were used in the VMPS Subwoofers
and the awesome Tower Speakers that VMPS made. Was not able to fully test with music so I tested with
a 9 volt battery and it does pump smoothly"
PRICE DROP
VMPS Tower II Limited Edition full range Speakers - (Leesburg, VA) $800
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4544957377.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/4544957377.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=101740)
"These are one of two pair of audiophile speakers that I own. Designed by Brian Cheney. Recommended to me by
Anthony Cordesman of Audio Magazine. Downsizing and need to go with only one pair. Recently upgraded subwoofer
and tweeters.
You will NOT need a subwoofer with these!!! The bass is full, tight and strong. Goes down to 20 Hz. Great for movies. -
I have the matching center channel (QSO626SpecialEdition) for $75 more - well worth it. THESE CAN ALSO BE BIAMPED -
as they have the subwoofer inputs for it.
Upgraded built in 12" Sub-bass unit: 1 mass loaded with slot-loaded port.
Two 12" Special Edition Carbon fiber woofers, specially treated for long lasting, and high quality usage.
One 5" woven carbon fiber Special Edition midrange
1 Focal 120 Hard-dome tweeter - replaced with new units this year (see picture).
1 High Efficiency Ribbon super tweeter.
92dB/W/meter at < .7% THD, 115dB SPL at 1 meter with < 5% THD.
45"x15"x16", 105 lbs, EACH. Minimum Phase design.
Bring your movies or Audio to audition.
I also have the matching QSO626SE matching speaker, used for center channel - will negotiate on this one. I WILL
MEET YOU HALFWAY FOR DELIVERY (UP TO 4 HOUR DRIVE) - CASH ONLY"
SzzStill for sale:
VMPS Ribbon Monitor One - $850 (Redford Twp.)
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/ele/4355164843.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=95647)
"Listing my Beloved VMPS RM-1 speakers for sale. These are in Light Oak finish and are a easy 9/10 condition. They were manufactured in 2003.
The Serial numbers are 11654 / 11655 respectively.
I upgraded thru Brian the Graphite woofers to the Woven Carbon Fiber ( Mega ) 4 woofers at a cost of over $400.00 with shipping, and were well worth it! These also have the Wave Guides on the mid panel and tweeter.
These are Audiophile grade loudspeakers that don't come around to often for good reason."
Another PRICE DROP
VMPS Tower II/ Super Tower Floor-Standing Speakers High Quality Set - (Terre Haute, IN) $1999
http://terrehaute.craigslist.org/ele/4561985297.html (http://terrehaute.craigslist.org/ele/4561985297.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=102284)
"For sale: Set of VMPS Floor-Standing Speakers, Tower II/Super Tower originally from ITone Audio of El Sobrante, CA. Impedence 4 Ohms. 17" deep x 15" wide x 45" tall. Rounded corners. Medium oak with piano black top and base. 5-point "Setup Instructions" are on the back of each speaker. Bass damping is user-adjustable. Full "Operating Instructions" are also on the back of each speaker, including "Switches and Controls", diagrams of "Toggle Switch" and "Supertweeter Level" adjustment, and "Biamp Operation". Serial numbers are #8170 and #8172, stamped on back. The front covers are in great condition and snap on and off easily. The sound from these speakers is exquisite.
These speakers are fully operational and have been in a climate controlled environment.
If you have any questions or are ready to purchase please call. We would appreciate if calls are received during daylight hours only. Reasonable offers will be considered"
What's For Sale??? Buyer Beware???
VMPS 20th anniversary ribbon speakers - (Lemont, Illinois) $499.00 OB $650.00 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-20th-anniversary-ribbon-speakers-/181471840591?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item2a4090894f (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-20th-anniversary-ribbon-speakers-/181471840591?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item2a4090894f)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=102631)
"See the Stereophile , I'll post that and pics tomorrow...I will deliver within Il, Wi and In"
UPDATE -w- Picture. This is a new one on me!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181471840591 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/181471840591)
There is a set of rm40s on audiogon. The need work but are priced accordingly. They are in Calf. I would split this set for use as a center channel if they could get them to the Midwest.
VMPS RM-40 - Black (Need Tweeters) - (Pine Grove, CA) $1,200.00 :thumb:
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-40-black-need-tweeters-2014-07-18-speakers-95665-pine-grove-ca (http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-40-black-need-tweeters-2014-07-18-speakers-95665-pine-grove-ca)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=102630)
"Just added pictures and 1 correction
.only top left corner of one grill worn.Other than that grills are great. One of these makes a bad ass vertical center channel, but I have also used it horizontally as a center and was surprised at the imaging.The RM-40 has a front firing bottom passive radiator that can be changed by user to rear firing. These are set up front firing and can be used 4 inches from back wall on a small room.
Rated a 5/10 for cabinets and a 9/10 for the 14 drivers.
I have a pair of RM-40 Speakers picked up by me in their boxes in mid 2009. Upon opening them the gloss black paint was sticking to the box.Needless to say I was pissed off to say the least.I hooked them up and about fell over at the incredible sound these put out.I contacted Brian at VMPS and he was more than willing to fix them if I brought them back. I was not going to part with them for any length of time, so I bought 2 more pair and had my HT system and Trinaural system in one.I ended up in a smaller room and removed the FST tweeters myself and installed them in my 626 ' s to be used as surrounds.I sold the 626's, so here we are with a pair of RM-40 ' s that will need new tweeters and a good sanding and veneer or paint unless someone wants the drivers only. 8 ribbon midrange ,2 -10 inch mid bass mega woofers and 2 -10 inch mega bass woofers and 2 -10 inch passive radiators.Thats 14 spare drivers for those who own VMPS speakers, or I will part with one RM- 40 for 600.00 cannot ship cabinets, but will ship drivers.prepay with paypal and pick up or meet to avoid tire kickers.Pictures will come later.Verified Paypal only.US Sale only. Grills have a couple of holes on edges.
Thanks"
I actually have some NOS Dyna-Ribbons like on this unit, if someone needs any.
REPOST & PRICE DROP
VMPS Tower II/Super Tower - $1970 8)
http://terrehaute.craigslist.org/ele/4561985297.html (http://terrehaute.craigslist.org/ele/4561985297.html)
Two matching VMPS Tower2 Special Editions, plus one QSO626Special Edition for center channel. $950 (Leesburg, VA)
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649125913-full_range_tower_speakers_plus_matching_center_channel_vmps_tower2specedition/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649125913-full_range_tower_speakers_plus_matching_center_channel_vmps_tower2specedition/)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=99475)
Seems like the price on these keeps going up, each time that they get reposted somewhere. But, at least, the deal now includes a matching center.
"These are one of two pair of amazing of audiophile speakers that I own. Designed by Brian Cheney.
Recommended to me by Anthony Cordesman of Audio Magazine. Downsizing and need to go with only one pair.
You will NOT need a subwoofer with these!!! The bass is full, tight and strong. Goes down to 20 Hz - really. Great for movies. -Includes the matching center channel (QSO626SpecialEdition) - well worth it. THESE CAN ALSO BE BIAMPED - as they have the subwoofer inputs for it.
Upgraded built in 12" Sub-bass unit: 1 mass loaded with slot-loaded port.
Two 12" Special Edition Carbon fiber woofers, specially treated for long lasting, and high quality usage.
One 5" woven carbon fiber Special Edition midrange
1 Focal 120 Hard-dome tweeter - replaced both tweeters with brand new units this year.
PS - I have one extra Focal tweeter.
1 High Efficiency Ribbon super tweeter.
92dB/W/meter at < .7% THD, 115dB SPL at 1 meter with < 5% THD.
45"x15"x16", 105 lbs, each. Minimum Phase design. Bring your movies or Audio to audition."
VMPS RM-1 Reference Monitor Towers - (Orange Co. CA) $500
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=104045)
"You really need to hear them for yourself so I invite you to bring your favorite CD and I will demonstrate them for you being fed 250 watts each with respected audiophile gear.
This is a nice pair of ribbon speakers, made in USA and I am the second owner having owned them now for three years. I can tell you that these are extremely power hungry 4 Ohm speakers. They are made to be bi-amped with one amplifier powering the Midrange, Highs and Midbass and another amplifier powering the downfiring horn loaded woofer that can't be seen because it is mounted in the cabinet above where the large port on the bottom of the speaker is located. These are said to be the most tweakable speaker ever conceived and originally came with a pipe dope type of compound that you put on the woofer to tune it to your room acoustics. I'm selling these because I have moved on to another speaker that is a little more efficient and better matches my amplifier. Please do your research before contacting me.
The woofers are in excellent condition with the surrounds fully intact and in great shape. The tweeters have the stock foam surrounds on the circular ribbon super tweeters. The dust covers are in excellent condition too and are also black. Leave your name and number if you want me to respond. Price is for the pair and pretty firm but to move them I may bend a little.. "
SOME ONE GET THESE!
VMPs 626R Bookshelf Speakers - (East Stockton, CA) $300 :o
http://stockton.craigslist.org/ele/4612058964.html (http://stockton.craigslist.org/ele/4612058964.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=104042)
"They are in rough shape. Reason for low price, if in good condition, would be $1300. All driver's work,
they do sound good. With a extra set of tweeters. Very heavy no shipping local only"
SOME ONE GET THESE!
VMPs 626R Bookshelf Speakers - (East Stockton, CA) $300 :o
http://stockton.craigslist.org/ele/4612058964.html (http://stockton.craigslist.org/ele/4612058964.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=104042)
"They are in rough shape. Reason for low price, if in good condition, would be $1300. All driver's work,
they do sound good. With a extra set of tweeters. Very heavy no shipping local only"
Not mine, and too far for me to pick-up, so I though that I'd post this ad here. Just trying to look out for VMPS fans!!! :D
Look's like a good deal, considering their condition. I also might periodically add additional ad's, as I find them.
VMPS Ribbon Monitor One - $700 (Redford Twp.)
RM-1's $700.
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/ele/4239348711.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=91839)
"Listing my Beloved VMPS RM-1 speakers for sale. These are in Light Oak finish and are a easy 9/10 condition. They were manufactured in 2003.
The Serial numbers are 11654 / 11655 respectively.
I upgraded thru Brian the Graphite woofers to the Woven Carbon Fiber ( Mega ) 4 woofers at a cost of over $400.00 with shipping, and were well worth it! These also have the Wave Guides on the mid panel and tweeter.
These are Audiophile grade loudspeakers that don't come around to often for good reason.
Price reduced on 11/12/13 from $900.00"
12 inch VMPS Bass Subwoofer Speaker - $295 (Clear Lake, MN)
http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ele/4187398811.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=91841)
"This is a 12" diameter in-home non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer." It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut top.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz.
This unit will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass really "rocks the house." "
VMPS tall boy sub woofer WOW! with 1000w sub amp - $600 (Falmouth, Maine)
Price Drop 03/01/2014:
VMPS tall boy sub woofer WOW! with 1000w sub amp - $565 (falmouth)
Price Drop 03/09/2014:
VMPS tall boy sub woofer WOW! with 1000w sub amp
http://maine.craigslist.org/ele/4329211153.html (http://maine.craigslist.org/ele/4329211153.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=94993)
"The VMPS tall boy sub woofer is in excellent condition, it has a front facing 12" polypropylene woofer (active), 15" front facing ppl (active) woofer, slot loaded and mass loaded 15" passive radiator (woofer) in an 8.25 ft3 160 lb oak enclosure. Need I say more? but there is more, also included is a Dayton SA 1000 sub amp with equalizer and crossover (1000 watts), the amp is brand new probably not even broken in yet. Yet there is even more I have the original owners manual for the sub and the amp as well. NASA's Langley research center uses two VMPS subs (yes I have two also, I am willing to sell the second one as well if interested) as a source of 120db sustained tone bursts. The enclosure top (oak) has been refinished and the passive woofer (15") has been refoamed, the other drivers are in good condition, definitely goes down to 20hz. they claim 17 hz. I also have the original dampening putty on the passive sub ready to fine tune to your room. A great deal and an amazing sub WOOFER!! Tight bass, very deep as well as fast, a great combination. I have been using the sub in a two channel system but it would be absolutely amazing in a surround system. PS I will consider selling without the sub amp if you want just the sub. "
Rare VMPS RM2 front channel hybrid ribbon speakers - (Seattle, Washington) $500 OB
SOME ONE GET THESE!
VMPs 626R Bookshelf Speakers - (East Stockton, CA) $300 :o
http://stockton.craigslist.org/ele/4612058964.html (http://stockton.craigslist.org/ele/4612058964.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=104042)
"They are in rough shape. Reason for low price, if in good condition, would be $1300. All driver's work,
they do sound good. With a extra set of tweeters. Very heavy no shipping local only"
The original owner, of these 626R's, had to drop the price to $100 Bucks, before they sold...!!! So, the RM-2's may
end up being a bargain as well. Awesome for the buyer, but sad that they'd go that cheap! Wish that they were on my coast!
Rare VMPS RM2 front channel hybrid ribbon speakers - (Seattle, Washington) $500 OB
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-VMPS-RM2-front-channel-hybrid-ribbon-speakers-/331308659568?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item4d2388f370 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-VMPS-RM2-front-channel-hybrid-ribbon-speakers-/331308659568?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item4d2388f370)
VMPS RM-40 Three RM-40 ' s - (Pine Grove, CA 95665) $2,400.00
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-40-three-rm-40-s-2014-09-24-speakers-95665-pine-grove-ca (http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-40-three-rm-40-s-2014-09-24-speakers-95665-pine-grove-ca)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=105820)
"I have three RM-40 Speakers forsale. Two of them are Cherry finish and One is Gloss black. You cannot touch sound like this anywhere near 5 times this price for a front right, center and left front set-up. Rated a 6/10 on cosmetics, due to the veneer bubbles and the gloss black 40 needing a re-paint, though all three look fine from the listening position.
They were used as my front end of a Trinaural Analog System and Digital Home Theatre System. The Cherry veneer has bubbling on it which could be fixed. The gloss black one needs the FST tweeter relaced because I used it in my 626's. The new tweeter cost 127.50 on line and is readily available.
I need cash now, prepaid paypal and you can pick up or we can meet at your convenience in the Sacramento area. Again I need these to go now. If something else comes through, this add will be canceled. 12 ribbon mids, 3 10" mega mid woofers, 3 10" mega bass woofers, 3 passive woofers and 3 FST tweeters, if you count the total drivers. If you want to pay cash tonight and pick up include that in your offer. Anyone wanting me to hold them for any length of time can prepay through paypal and include details in the offer.
Thanks for looking. Low ball offer will get NO reply."
Hi End Speakers (VMPS) - (Thunderbolt - Savannah, GA) $400
http://savannah.craigslist.org/ele/4672100216.html (http://savannah.craigslist.org/ele/4672100216.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=106291)
"VMPS Super Tower II. Monster hi end speakers in great shape. Original price around 3000$. Too large for my house, have to go. Will provide large events with hi end sound."
****SOLD****
PRICE DROP (:roll:)
VMPS Tower II/ Super Tower Floor-Standing Speakers High Quality Set - (Terre Haute, IN) $2200
http://bloomington.craigslist.org/ele/4551253065.html (http://bloomington.craigslist.org/ele/4551253065.html)
(http://images.craigslist.org/01313_69cvOrT8C7n_600x450.jpg)
"For sale: Set of VMPS Floor-Standing Speakers, Tower II/Super Tower originally from ITone Audio of El Sobrante, CA. Impedence 4 Ohms. 17" deep x 15" wide x 45" tall. Rounded corners. Medium oak with piano black top and base. 5-point "Setup Instructions" are on the back of each speaker. Bass damping is user-adjustable. Full "Operating Instructions" are also on the back of each speaker, including "Switches and Controls", diagrams of "Toggle Switch" and "Supertweeter Level" adjustment, and "Biamp Operation". Serial numbers are #8170 and #8172, stamped on back. The front covers are in great condition and snap on and off easily. The sound from these speakers is exquisite.
These speakers are fully operational and have been in a climate controlled environment.
If you have any questions or are ready to purchase please call. We would appreciate if calls are received during daylight hours only. Reasonable offers will be considered"
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=106745)
PRICE DROP
VMPS Floor-Standing Speakers Tower II Super Tower High Quality Set (Terre Haute, IN) - $800
http://terrehaute.craigslist.org/ele/4683383955.html (http://terrehaute.craigslist.org/ele/4683383955.html)
2 VMPS Sub woofers - (Towson, MD) $500
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/ele/4647853655.html (http://baltimore.craigslist.org/ele/4647853655.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=104778)
"I have 2 VMPS Sub woofers for sale. They are high end equipment and are in good shape. I will sell 1 for $300.00 or both for $500.00
I can also meet in the York PA area as well as Baltimore area"
Rare VMPS RM2 front channel hybrid ribbon speakers - (Seattle, Washington) $1000
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331378236600 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/331378236600)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=108587)
"
For sale… rare out-of-production pair of high end speakers from Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers (VMPS). VMPS, was a loudspeaker manufacture founded in 1977 by speaker designer Brian Cheney. Many VMPS speakers received exceptional reviews from audio critics, such as the RM40, which was awarded Best of CES in the High-End Audio category in 2002.[1] VMPS was in operation for over 35 years, from January 1977 to December 2012, when it closed soon after the death of company owner Brian Cheney on December 7, 2012. The RM2 speakers for sale here are really a spectacular speaker for audiophiles. I used it as the front speakers for a home video system but enjoyed them equally for listening to music ranging from classical to rock. These speakers can be tuned to your specific listening environment. Once tuned, the sound stage is only raveled by speakers 2 or 3 times their price. Slight blemish on one speaker cover and one broken cover tab but does cover attaches without problem. Original purchase price: $2700/pair. Specifications for the RM2:
Type: 3-way, slot-loaded, passive radiator-box
Tweeter: dual spiral ribbons
Midrange: dual 7-inch neodymium ribbons
Woofer: 12-inch woven carbon fiber cone, 12-inch passive radiator, variable damping
Crossover: 167Hz and 6kHz, 6 and 12dB
Nominal impedance: 4 Ohms/3.2 Ohms mm.
Sensitivity: 92dB/2.83 volts at I meter
Frequency response: 22-30,00OHz +/- 3dB
Termination: single wiring or bi-amp, switchable
Dimensions: 45 by 15 by 16 inches (HxWxD)
Weight: 130 pounds
Cabinet: I -inch MDF with I -inch oak outer shell
Here are some reviews:
http://www.audioasylum.com/reviews/Speakers/VMPS/Ribbon-Monitor-Two/speakers/20789.html
http://www.avsforum.com/forum/89-speakers/216792-vmps-rm2.html
http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/r-listRM2.htm
These speakers are large and heavy. They will be professionally packaged at the cost of about $100 each plus actual shipping costs which can vary significantly based on distance. Maximum shipping cost will be $200 each to East US Coast."
VMPS RM40 Audiophile speakers! rare and sweet sounding. - (Madison, Wisconsin) $2950
http://madison.craigslist.org/ele/4743832899.html (http://madison.craigslist.org/ele/4743832899.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=108063)
"If you know the history of this speaker and the company you know that these do not come up for sale very often and even more rare is finding them in the mid-west and there is a reason for that. Most dealers seemed to be more concentrated on the east coast. I recently made a road trip across five states to pick up two pair of these speakers and have decided to sell one pair. It was not an easy decision but I am comforted knowing that I am keeping a pair for myself. This is a big speaker, at 66" high, 12" wide, 17" deep and 240 lbs each, they have big presence physically and sonically. The midrange and upper detail is wonderful. They have 4 ribbons, Fst tweeter, (2) 10" drivers and a down firing 8" passive radiator. They are capable of filling a large room with clean sound given good, clean power, they are some of the best sounding ribbon speakers that I have heard. The finish is Macassan ebony. They will take plenty of power and have adjustable midrange and treble controls located at the rear of the speaker. I am looking for a serious buyer, this is a very nice sounding speaker and well reviewed, they don't make them like this anymore and for the price of what people pay for decent bookshelf speakers you are getting much for your money."
REPOST - CUSTOM VMPS SPEAKERS
VMPS Towers - (Walnut Creek, California - San Francisco Bay Area) $750.00
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4744748920.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4744748920.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=108064)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=108065)
"VMPS Monitors"
Finished in gloss black
Home theater certified
Custom drivers including VMPS ribbons
Cabinets and grills are in NEW condition
Measuring 32.0 x 10.5 x 13.0
Retail price $1000
Asking 750.00 for the pair."
Those are pretty interesting, although they probably weren't actually built by Brian. They almost look like Tang Band woofers.
Two VMPS 12" subwoofers (don't know if they work) - (Greenville, SC) $60 :o
http://greenville.craigslist.org/ele/4780533417.html (http://greenville.craigslist.org/ele/4780533417.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=109492)
"Two VMPS 12" subs for sale. Can't find anything wrong with them but they're just so old that I have no idea how to hook them up or connect them to anything. So instead they've been used as tables but maybe someone else is a tech wiz or just wants them for show. These just need to go, 60$ firm. (They are extremely heavy as a note of caution, if buying you'll need more than me and you most likely) pick up only!!"
PRICE DROP - Two VMPS 12" subwoofers (don't know if they work) - $40 :o :o
I picked these up last night. It will be a few days before I can check them out.
Jim
I have relisted my RM2s and listed my LRC on US Audiomart . Com
I have relisted my RM2s and listed my LRC on US Audiomart . Com
I picked these up last night. It will be a few days before I can check them out.
Jim
Congrats Jim. I had sent the seller an email too about more photos, but did not receive them.
If you find they are not your cup of tea, I may be interested in them.
Eric.
Tower II's - Chicago area, any reasonable offer considered.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=67952)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=68665)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=67951)
REPOST
VMPS tall boy sub woofer WOW! with 1000w sub amp - (W Falmouth, Maine) $525
http://maine.craigslist.org/ele/4603162887.html (http://maine.craigslist.org/ele/4603162887.html)
Tall boy sub woofer with 1000w sub amp - (Scarborough, Maine) $400
http://maine.craigslist.org/ele/4814513358.html (http://maine.craigslist.org/ele/4814513358.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=110958)
"Just like the one being sold on CL in Falmouth. 400.00 obo
VMPS Tall Boy Passive subwoofer. Two active front firing drivers, 12" & 15", and a 15" downfiring passive radiator. 4 ohm, 92dB/1w/1m, 250 w, Freq. responce 17HZ-250Hz. It is 32"H x 22W x 17D, and weighs 138 lbs. Needless to say, this thing is huge, and is considered to be one of the best passive subs ever made."
Is This REALLY a VMPS???
VMPS high end speaker - (Sunnyvale, CA) $1000
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/ele/4796732138.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/ele/4796732138.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=110151)
"This is 400 watt speakers built by a company in Hayward, called VMPS. This is collector's speaker.
This is kind of speaker that is for someone who make his own stereo using vacuum tubes.
The speaker at the lower side is 12 inches across and ther is speaker facing floor. which will send the sound toward the floor. Listen to Mozart midnight sonata will be dream come true.
I am moving back Korea and can not take this with me."
MODEL???
Updated with Picture. Non-Stock Woofer?
VMPS floor standing speakers - (Angola, Fort Wayne - Indiana) $250
http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/ele/4731747541.html (http://fortwayne.craigslist.org/ele/4731747541.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=108161)
"I purchased these speakers new from the factory back in the 80's they were just under $800 new way back then and were well worth it. They have 12" wolfers and down facing 12" passive radiators. The wolfers were replaced years ago and now the passive radiators need replaced. They have adjustable crossovers. They have been in the garage for a few years and the roof leaked and caused water stains but I think that could be bleeched out and they could be refinished. Anyway call for more info. Brian"
Still there:
12 inch VMPS Bass Subwoofer Speaker - $295 (Clear Lake, MN)
http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ele/4369178489.html (http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ele/4369178489.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=96335)
"This is a 12" diameter in-home non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer." It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut top.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz.
This unit will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass really "rocks the house."
VMPS TOWER 2 ll SUPER TOWER AUDIO SPEAKERS RIBBON TWEETERS SUB WOOFER - (Santa Rosa, CA) $450 OBO
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=111203)
"VMPS 2 TOWER SPEAKERS. GOOD TO BETTER CONDITION. FULL RANGE AND ALL CONTROLS / SPEAKERS WORK UNDER PRESSURE. BOTH CABINETS ARE NICE BUT NOT PERFECT. SOLID WITH SOME MINOR WOOD STAINING. GRILLS ARE FAIR, SOLID FRAMES, BUT OLD CLOTH. ALL KNOBS ARE ORIG. AS WELL AS REAR PAPERS. WITH DETAILS RE. SPEAKER HOOKUP ECT. COUPLE SPEAKERS BEEN CHANGED OUT SEE PICS BY PRIOR OWNER. BRING AMP FOR TESTING BEFORE YOU BUY. I HAD TO TAKE TO FRIENDS HOUSE TO TEST EM OUT. NO RIPS OR SCAMMERS, NO OUT OF COUNTRY SALES. PRICE IS BEST OFFER. CASH AND SERIOUS PLEASE.. SPEAKERS ARE MONSTER BIG AND SOLID=HEAVY."
CUSTOM VMPS BRAND NEW TOWER SPEAKERS FF2-SA - (San Francisco, California) $3200
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4800436876.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4800436876.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=110608)
"RIBBON MONITORS very similiar to RM 40 s but one less pair of neo panels. 50% of retail-brand new product-cutom built to each order . Many option available: sound coating, crossover upgrades, silver wire, tri - level adjust-ability.
I have several pairs of tower speakers of Brian Cheneys old stock. These are solid construction and utilize his drivers. 3 variations exist - I only have 4 pairs of these left.
Pat M."
VMPS QSO-626 speakers 5.1 - (Wentzville, Missouri) $500 BIN + $200 Shipping
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-speakers-5-1-/161565685515?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item259e10b70b (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-speakers-5-1-/161565685515?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item259e10b70b)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=113163)
"VMPS 5.1 speaker system, I have stands and mounts i will include."
FOCAL T120 TWEETER FROM VMPS SPEAKER - (San Diego, California) $74.99 Buy-It-Now
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOCAL-T120-TWEETER-FROM-VMPS-SPEAKER-/291348685376?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43d5bc2240 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOCAL-T120-TWEETER-FROM-VMPS-SPEAKER-/291348685376?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43d5bc2240)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=112130)
"Up for sale is a Focal t120 tweeter in very good working condition. Removed from a VMPS speaker. Tested and found to be working."
VMPS matched midrange drivers from Super Tower - (Amarillo, Texas) $99.95 BIN + FREE SHIPPING
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-matched-midrange-drivers-from-Super-Tower-/121547133892?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c4cc613c4 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-matched-midrange-drivers-from-Super-Tower-/121547133892?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c4cc613c4)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=113164)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=113165)
"I have for sale a vintage matched pair of VMPS midrange drivers pulled from VMPS Super Tower speakers.They are 5 1/4 inch / 5.25 inch driversBoth drivers measure 3.4 ohms on our test equipment. Both drivers work. One driver has a tear in the surround, both drivers will need to refoamed in our opinion. Please ask all questions before bidding. Thank you for looking and bidding."
VMPS Super Tower 2 SE speakers - (Spartanburg/Greenville, SC) $600
http://greenville.craigslist.org/ele/4796469555.html (http://greenville.craigslist.org/ele/4796469555.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=110147)
"Pair of Awesome VMPS Super Tower II SE speakers. Surrounds need refoamed on passives but all other drivers are good. Grille cloth could use a cleaning and be restretched and attatched a little better but it's all there with no tears. Very nice sounding speakers. Simlar to vandersteens in that they are completley phase correct.
reasonable offers considered."
VMPS TOWER 2 ll SUPER TOWER AUDIO SPEAKERS RIBBON TWEETERS SUB WOOFER - (Santa Rosa, CA) $450 OBO
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=111203)
"VMPS 2 TOWER SPEAKERS. GOOD TO BETTER CONDITION. FULL RANGE AND ALL CONTROLS / SPEAKERS WORK UNDER PRESSURE. BOTH CABINETS ARE NICE BUT NOT PERFECT. SOLID WITH SOME MINOR WOOD STAINING. GRILLS ARE FAIR, SOLID FRAMES, BUT OLD CLOTH. ALL KNOBS ARE ORIG. AS WELL AS REAR PAPERS. WITH DETAILS RE. SPEAKER HOOKUP ECT. COUPLE SPEAKERS BEEN CHANGED OUT SEE PICS BY PRIOR OWNER. BRING AMP FOR TESTING BEFORE YOU BUY. I HAD TO TAKE TO FRIENDS HOUSE TO TEST EM OUT. NO RIPS OR SCAMMERS, NO OUT OF COUNTRY SALES. PRICE IS BEST OFFER. CASH AND SERIOUS PLEASE.. SPEAKERS ARE MONSTER BIG AND SOLID=HEAVY."
FOCAL T120 TWEETER FROM VMPS SPEAKER - (San Diego, California) $74.99 Buy-It-Now
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOCAL-T120-TWEETER-FROM-VMPS-SPEAKER-/291348685376?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43d5bc2240 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOCAL-T120-TWEETER-FROM-VMPS-SPEAKER-/291348685376?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43d5bc2240)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=112130)
"Up for sale is a Focal t120 tweeter in very good working condition. Removed from a VMPS speaker. Tested and found to be working."
Here you go...
VMPS RM-2 Speakers - (Kenosha, WI) $1200
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649122780-vmps_rm2_speakers/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649122780-vmps_rm2_speakers/)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=115048)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=110326)
"I have a set of RM2s for sale. They have the light oak finish with black faces and black cloth grills. They are in excellent condition. These speakers have the FST ribbon tweeters, Neo Panel midrange, 12” Carbon Fiber cone woofer and a 12” down firing passive radiator. Two sets of binding posts allow for Bi-wiring or Bi-amping and include L pads to adjust treble and midrange output. Since the passing of Brian Cheney, VMPS has gone out of business and these speakers are no longer available but the last list price for a set like this was over $3,000.
Specifications
Bass- 30cm (12") woven carbon fiber, 30cm (12") Passive Radiator
Mid:- two rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8") Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble:- FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity:- 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 91 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 300 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: - 22 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3dB
Dimensions & Weight:- 114H x 38W x 41Dcm, 55kg (45"H x 15"W x 16"D, 120 lbs)
Output levels and distortion:- max. 1% THD fullrange/1 W, max. 112+ dB SPL / 1 m
I have 5 sets of VMPS speakers plus a LRC and a Larger Sub. The only reason for this sale is to downsize my living room system from a 5.1 to a 2.1 system.
Speakers are too big and too heavy to ship so local pickup only. I can deliver these speakers in the Milwaukee/Chicago area with upfront payment and if you cover the gas costs. $1,200
I also have a VMPS LRC (Large Ribbon Center) for sale in a different post."
VMPS LRC (Large Ribbon Center) for Sale - (Kenosha, WI)
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649164640-vmps-lrc-large-ribbon-center-for-sale/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649164640-vmps-lrc-large-ribbon-center-for-sale/)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=115045)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=110327)
"I have a VMPS LRC for sale. It is Cherry in color with a black cloth grill. It is in fair condition. This speaker originally came with a spiral ribbon tweeter which I replaced with a FST ribbon tweeters (Aurum Cantus G2 Ribbon Tweeter, $192 at Parts Express) It has a single Neo Panel midrange and (2) 6” Carbon Fiber cone woofers. These are the upgraded 40oz Mega woofers VMPS offered as an upgrade. The speaker includes two L pads to adjust treble and midrange output. Since the passing of Brian Cheney, VMPS has gone out of business and these speakers are no longer available but the last list price for a set like this was over $1,100.
Specifications
Bass: - 2x 16 cm (6") WCF megawoofer, front reflex loaded
Mid: - rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8") Neo ribbon, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: - FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: - 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 250 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: - 35 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: - 27H x 82W x 33Dcm, 23 kg (10,5"H x 32"W x 13"D, 50 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: - max. 1%THD fullrange/1W, max. 110+ dB SPL / 1 m
The reason I rate this speakers as fair is the cabinet has one scratch on the end. I also replaced the plastic grill guides that broke when it was shipped to me with magnetic grill fasteners. When I mounted the FST, I did not mount it flush. All drivers work perfectly and none of the above effect the way the speaker sounds. You will be hard pressed to find a better sounding center channel at any price.
I have 5 sets of VMPS speakers plus a LRC and a Larger Sub. The only reason for this sale is to downsize my living room system from a 5.1 to a 2.1 system.
The speaker is too big and too heavy to ship so local pickup only. I can deliver these speakers in the Milwaukee/Chicago area with upfront payment and if you cover the gas costs.
This is a stock photo, I will replace with photos of the actual speakers once I have time."
GLWTS
NICE!
VMPS Supertower III SE Speakers MINT!! Super Tower - (Allen Park,Michigan) $2500
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=132369.0 (http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=132369.0)
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"If you are interested in these speakers then you already know how awesome they are-Best of Show at CES in 1998. $6000.00 new,upgraded carbon fiber woofers and mids and new tweeters,6.5' tall,300 pound monsters... All silver core wiring with Soundcoat. These 6' tall, 22" wide and 19" deep monsters deliver unmatched deep, powerful bass and plenty of sound pressure and imaging to fill the largest listening room or your small movie theatre. 15 drivers in each including one 15" PR and 4 active drivers--1, 15" and 3, 12" woofers. 500 watt capacity but plenty of music at 100 watts with their 94DB efficiency rating. Excellent imaging and frequency response from 4, 5" carbon fiber midranges and 4, 1" dome tweeters plus a ribbon tweeter. Many drivers replaced or resuspended within the past 5 years,Special Editions-very few made and rarely come up for sale..You can't get better sound for less... MINT condition.. $2500.00 Located in Allen Park,Michigan-PICKUP ONLY or shipping company to pick up and crate for delivery..Rich"
VMPS matched midrange drivers from Super Tower - (Amarillo, Texas) $99.95 BIN + FREE SHIPPING
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-matched-midrange-drivers-from-Super-Tower-/121547133892?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c4cc613c4 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-matched-midrange-drivers-from-Super-Tower-/121547133892?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c4cc613c4)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=113164)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=113165)
"I have for sale a vintage matched pair of VMPS midrange drivers pulled from VMPS Super Tower speakers.They are 5 1/4 inch / 5.25 inch driversBoth drivers measure 3.4 ohms on our test equipment. Both drivers work. One driver has a tear in the surround, both drivers will need to refoamed in our opinion. Please ask all questions before bidding. Thank you for looking and bidding."
VMPS TOWER 2 ll SUPER TOWER AUDIO SPEAKERS RIBBON TWEETERS SUB WOOFER - (Santa Rosa, CA) $450 OBO
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html)
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"VMPS 2 TOWER SPEAKERS. GOOD TO BETTER CONDITION. FULL RANGE AND ALL CONTROLS / SPEAKERS WORK UNDER PRESSURE. BOTH CABINETS ARE NICE BUT NOT PERFECT. SOLID WITH SOME MINOR WOOD STAINING. GRILLS ARE FAIR, SOLID FRAMES, BUT OLD CLOTH. ALL KNOBS ARE ORIG. AS WELL AS REAR PAPERS. WITH DETAILS RE. SPEAKER HOOKUP ECT. COUPLE SPEAKERS BEEN CHANGED OUT SEE PICS BY PRIOR OWNER. BRING AMP FOR TESTING BEFORE YOU BUY. I HAD TO TAKE TO FRIENDS HOUSE TO TEST EM OUT. NO RIPS OR SCAMMERS, NO OUT OF COUNTRY SALES. PRICE IS BEST OFFER. CASH AND SERIOUS PLEASE.. SPEAKERS ARE MONSTER BIG AND SOLID=HEAVY."
(4) used 6-1/2" woofers pulled from my RM30s in perfect working order. These are the 28oz version with the wooden phase plugs. $60 for 2 or $100 for all 4 including shipping.
I also have one damaged 6-1/2" Mega Woofer (40 oz magnet). It has a cut in the rubber surround but still works without issue. I have run this driver like this for about 6 months without the slit getting any larger. $25 shipped. (I'll post a picture shortly)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=115441)
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VMPS matched midrange drivers from Super Tower - (Amarillo, Texas) $99.95 BIN + FREE SHIPPING
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-matched-midrange-drivers-from-Super-Tower-/121547133892?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c4cc613c4 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-matched-midrange-drivers-from-Super-Tower-/121547133892?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c4cc613c4)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=113164)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=113165)
"I have for sale a vintage matched pair of VMPS midrange drivers pulled from VMPS Super Tower speakers.They are 5 1/4 inch / 5.25 inch driversBoth drivers measure 3.4 ohms on our test equipment. Both drivers work. One driver has a tear in the surround, both drivers will need to refoamed in our opinion. Please ask all questions before bidding. Thank you for looking and bidding."
VMPS TOWER 2 ll SUPER TOWER AUDIO SPEAKERS RIBBON TWEETERS SUB WOOFER - (Santa Rosa, CA) $450 OBO
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/4819036113.html)
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"VMPS 2 TOWER SPEAKERS. GOOD TO BETTER CONDITION. FULL RANGE AND ALL CONTROLS / SPEAKERS WORK UNDER PRESSURE. BOTH CABINETS ARE NICE BUT NOT PERFECT. SOLID WITH SOME MINOR WOOD STAINING. GRILLS ARE FAIR, SOLID FRAMES, BUT OLD CLOTH. ALL KNOBS ARE ORIG. AS WELL AS REAR PAPERS. WITH DETAILS RE. SPEAKER HOOKUP ECT. COUPLE SPEAKERS BEEN CHANGED OUT SEE PICS BY PRIOR OWNER. BRING AMP FOR TESTING BEFORE YOU BUY. I HAD TO TAKE TO FRIENDS HOUSE TO TEST EM OUT. NO RIPS OR SCAMMERS, NO OUT OF COUNTRY SALES. PRICE IS BEST OFFER. CASH AND SERIOUS PLEASE.. SPEAKERS ARE MONSTER BIG AND SOLID=HEAVY."
Anyone interested in a single RM40 for use as a center channel in the Chicago/Milwaukee area.
I thought I might use my unused RM2s for surround speakers and split the RM40s that are now there to use as a center speaker. I don't want the other RM40 to just sit and collect dust so if I can sell it, I may go this route.
PM me if anyone has some interest.
Use 1 RM2 for the center and the RM40's for surrounds :o
Use 1 RM2 for the center and the RM40's for surrounds :o
Custom Speaker Box Towers Audiophile - (California - San Francisco Bay Area) $50 - $150 per SINGLE BOX WOW...!!! Oh, I wish I were closer...!!! :o
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4882133489.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4882133489.html)
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"NOS, Empty VMPS Audio Products loudspeaker/subwoofer towers for sale. Built by the late Brian Cheney, these super high-end speaker box towers (WITHOUT speakers) are award winning and beautiful. Custom build your own sound and style with these superb blank cabinets.
I have many sets of two towers and various single tower speaker boxes/cabinets varying in style, color, finish, and size. Towers are from 64" - 68" tall, 12"-15" wide, and 15"-17" deep.
I have many different towers with varying speaker arrangements designed around 10"-12" subwoofers, 3"-4" midrange, and 4"-8" horns. All towers accept 3 subwoofers - two front facing and 1 down firing. Some of the boxes are missing the base. These are super heavy boxes - between 200 lb - 300 lb EACH! An Audiophile's dream!
Call/Email for inquiries about available sets, colors, sizes, etc. Prices vary between $50 - $150 per SINGLE BOX. These prices for assembled towers are less than the materials cost to build such units. Willing to deliver for a fee. Please contact me by email or phone for questions, or to arrange an appointment to come by and look at them in San Pablo, CA."
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http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4908347890.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4908347890.html)
(4) used 6-1/2" woofers pulled from my RM30s in perfect working order. These are the 28oz version with the wooden phase plugs. $60 for 2 or $100 for all 4 including shipping.
I also have one damaged 6-1/2" Mega Woofer (40 oz magnet). It has a cut in the rubber surround but still works without issue. I have run this driver like this for about 6 months without the slit getting any larger. $25 shipped. (I'll post a picture shortly)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=115441)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=115442)
VMPS Original Subwoofer Audiophile Grade - (Boston, MA) $100
http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/ele/4944208101.html (http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/ele/4944208101.html)
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"VMPS Subwoofer in excellent physical and functional working condition but in need of some TLC.
The subwoofer works but one of the voice coils in the dual voice coil driver isn't working. Running it from the sub out on the receiver to a dedicated sub woofer amp effectively negates this issue as only one voice coil is needed. The other issue is that the foam surround on the down firing passive radiator has begun to dry rot and will need to be replaced. For these reasons it's offered as a project for the bargain price of $100. I have to think the furniture quality cabinet alone is worth more than that that to a hobbyist. It includes the original owner's manual as well as the tinted glass that sits on top of the cabinet making it into a nice end table.
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=26563.0
I will also offer my dedicated TBI 200su subwoofer amplifier to the buyer for an additional $150 to interested buyers (this is a $450 amp). You can run two separate passive subs with this BASH amp. Both items can be auditioned.
http://www.stereotimes.com/speak112204.shtml
http://tbisound.com/dsp_products_subwtbi200.asp
VMPS SUB $100 (Optional TBI SUBWOOFER AMP) $150 - $250 for the package.
Local cash or trade offers only. No scams."
VMPS Tower 2 Special Edition - Local Pickup Only - (Chicago, IL) $1200
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2015-03-04-speakers-60601-chicago-il (http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2015-03-04-speakers-60601-chicago-il)
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"A nice pair traded in all original. The foam may need to be replaced but wanted to show an example of a really nice unit of this age. Very nice sound for low price."
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http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=132519.0 (http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=132519.0)
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VMPS Center speaker - (Kenosha, Wisconsin) $450
http://racine.craigslist.org/ele/4955232450.html (http://racine.craigslist.org/ele/4955232450.html)
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"I have a VMPS LRC for sale. It is Cherry in color with a black cloth grill. It is in fair condition. This speaker originally came with a spiral ribbon tweeter which I replaced with a FST ribbon tweeters (Aurum Cantus G2 Ribbon Tweeter, $192 at Parts Express) It has a single Neo Panel midrange and (2) 6" Carbon Fiber cone woofers. These are the upgraded 40oz Mega woofers VMPS offered as an upgrade. The speaker includes two L pads to adjust treble and midrange output. Since the passing of Brian Cheney, VMPS has gone out of business and these speakers are no longer available but the last list price for a set like this was over $1,100.
Specifications
Bass: - 2x 16 cm (6") WCF megawoofer, front reflex loaded
Mid: - rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8") Neo ribbon, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: - FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: - 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 250 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: - 35 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: - 27H x 82W x 33Dcm, 23 kg (10,5"H x 32"W x 13"D, 50 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: - max. 1%THD fullrange/1W, max. 110+ dB SPL / 1 m
The reason I rate this speakers as fair is the cabinet has one scratch on the end. I also replaced the plastic grill guides that broke when it was shipped to me with magnetic grill fasteners. When I mounted the FST, I did not mount it flush. All drivers work perfectly and none of the above effect the way the speaker sounds. You will be hard pressed to find a better sounding center channel at any price, note the how low these will go compared to there center channel speakers.
I have 5 sets of VMPS speakers plus a LRC and a Larger Sub. The only reason for this sale is to downsize my living room system from a 5.1 to a 2.1 system.
The speaker is too big and too heavy to ship so local pickup only. I can deliver these speakers in the Milwaukee/Chicago area with upfront payment and if you cover the gas costs."
What's the dark circle seen inside the slot? :wink:
Hard to imagine that Turntable on the LARGER is working out well :scratch:
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VMPS RM2 floor standing speakers - (Kenosha, Wisconsin) $1000
http://racine.craigslist.org/ele/4955230053.html (http://racine.craigslist.org/ele/4955230053.html)
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"I have a set of RM2s for sale. They have the light oak finish with black faces and black cloth grills. They are in excellent condition. These speakers have the FST ribbon tweeters, Neo Panel midrange, 12" Carbon Fiber cone woofer and a 12" down firing passive radiator. Two sets of binding posts allow for Bi-wiring or Bi-amping and include L pads to adjust treble and midrange output. Since the passing of Brian Cheney, VMPS has gone out of business and these speakers are no longer available but the last list price for a set like this was over $3,000.
Specifications
Bass- 30cm (12") woven carbon fiber, 30cm (12") Passive Radiator
Mid:- two rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8") Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble:- FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity:- 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 91 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 300 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: - 22 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3dB
Dimensions & Weight:- 114H x 38W x 41Dcm, 55kg (45"H x 15"W x 16"D, 120 lbs)
Output levels and distortion:- max. 1% THD fullrange/1 W, max. 112+ dB SPL / 1 m
I have 5 sets of VMPS speakers plus a LRC and a Larger Sub. The only reason for this sale is to downsize my living room system from a 5.1 to a 2.1 system.
Speakers are too big and too heavy to ship so local pickup only. I can deliver these speakers in the Milwaukee/Chicago area with upfront payment and if you cover the gas costs. $1,000"
12 inch VMPS Bass Subwoofer Speaker - $295 (Clear Lake, MN)
http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ele/4187398811.html
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"This is a 12" diameter in-home non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer." It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut top.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz.
This unit will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass really "rocks the house." "
Stimpy performs very neat service re-posting these dinosaurs.
Not mine, but just adding to the thread:
VMPS RM40: $3000
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm40-2015-06-24-speakers-14108-newfane-ny (http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm40-2015-06-24-speakers-14108-newfane-ny)
"I have for sale a very nice pair of RM40s. they are equipped with all the upgrades including TRT caps, silver wiring, binding post set up for biamping and in beautiful african ebony. these speakers weigh in at almost 300 pounds so I'm not going to ship them. I'd be willing to drive and meet within reason or they can be picked up and auditioned. I'm asking $3000 or best offer. I apologize for the sideways photos.
Thanks for looking"
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=121725)
Read more at http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm40-2015-05-25-speakers-14108-newfane-ny#tE6eXpMl4S6Vt3Fg.99
VMPS Audio Vintage Bookshelf Stereo Speakers Custom Cabinets By Foss - (Brookfield, Connecticut) $500 OB/$700 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201352006895?rmvSB=true (http://www.ebay.com/itm/201352006895?rmvSB=true)
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"Hello you're looking at a set of vintage the VMPS Model QS 080 with with the Serial number of 7260. bookshelf loudspeakers in custom cabinets..
As you can see by the bottom of the cabinets that were made by Sundell for Foss in 1991 are beautiful
Please email call or text with any questions thank you
Please note that shipping is per speaker and shipping charges will actually be 2X what is shown . Two separate boxes will be shipped if Shipping is Chosen
Local pick up is free in either Brookfield Connecticut 06804 or east Hartford, CT 06108
Local delivery possible"
6 Foot VMPS SuperTower IIa/R Speakers - (New Mexico - Albuquerque) $1000
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/ele/5025690410.html (http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/ele/5025690410.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=121655)
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"I've got some very powerful, 6 foot tall home audio speakers. They are originally priced at $12,000. The reason the price is reduced so much is some of the speakers are blown and need replacing. I don't have the time or the money to replace them so I'm hoping to leave them in the hands of someone who would like them and would be willing to experience the awesomeness these speakers are capable of. Each box has 4 subwoofers (3-10" subs & 1-15" sub). No Paypal please, cash only."
VMPS Larger Sub - (Winter Park, FL) $500
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/subwoofers-vmps-largersub-2015-06-20-home-theater-32789-winter-park-fl--2 (http://app.audiogon.com/listings/subwoofers-vmps-largersub-2015-06-20-home-theater-32789-winter-park-fl--2)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=123161)
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"I"m selling my VMPS larger sub. This sub has the upgraded 15" Ultra Woofer with an upgraded passive radiator and the Parts Express 1000w amp. This sub sounds great and can play to 17Hz. I also have all the original woofers and passive radiator if someone wants to match it to an existing VMPS sub for a pair. Asking price is $500 but I will accept reasonable offers I and prefer local pickup because this thing is a beast."
Question; wouldn't this be more of a VMPS 215 sub, than a Larger? And what's with removing the 12" woofer, and sealing the opening? Was that a mod offered by Brian, for some reason? Just curious!
Brian offered the UltraMega 15" and you could remove and plug the 12" cut out if you only wanted/needed Lower Bass.
This one does have the matching UltraMega Passive Radiator, so it is a STEAL at $500.
John, was the UltraMega an Eminence, like maybe a copy of the Dayton DVC15?
6 Foot VMPS SuperTower IIa/R Speakers - (New Mexico - Albuquerque) $1000
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/ele/5025690410.html (http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/ele/5025690410.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=121655)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=121656)
"I've got some very powerful, 6 foot tall home audio speakers. They are originally priced at $12,000. The reason the price is reduced so much is some of the speakers are blown and need replacing. I don't have the time or the money to replace them so I'm hoping to leave them in the hands of someone who would like them and would be willing to experience the awesomeness these speakers are capable of. Each box has 4 subwoofers (3-10" subs & 1-15" sub). No Paypal please, cash only."
"Now, something just a bit different...!"
Acoustat 1+1 Loudspeakers & VMPS Subwoofer - (Fair Haven/Detroit, Michigan) $850
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5018354829.html (http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5018354829.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=122818)
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"Acoustat 1 Plus 1 Electrostatic Loudspeakers w/Factory Medallion Transformer Upgrades
Work perfect - 11.5" wide and an imposing 93" tall
Included in this price is a VMPS Larger Subwoofer. This Sub has three woofers - 1 Active 15", 1 Active 12", and 1 Passive 15" - Concidered by many to be the most musical sub ever made while still playing down to 18Hz. The subwoofer comes with its own dedicated amplifier.
Google each of these any you will see the rave reviews others have posted."
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/ele/5111271075.html (http://cleveland.craigslist.org/ele/5111271075.html)
I have a pair of VMPS Original Subwoofers for sale. I am the original owner and have refoamed the passive radiators on both recently. I am selling because of a move. The top veneer on both are not great to be honest, hence the fair price offering.
If interested, please reply and I will be happy to get detailed pictures. Will sell separately.
VMPS Subwoofer
-Frequency Response: +0,-3dB, 19Hz-600Hz
-THD no more than 0.5%, 22Hz-600Hz with 1W drive
-Sensitivity: 94dB/1W/1m
-Maximum undistorted output: 126dB/1m for 5% THD
-Driver Complement: bottom-firing, mass-loaded, slot-loaded 15" passive radiator, front-firing 12" polypropylene cone woofer
-Recommended crossover range: 60Hz-300Hz
-Impedance: 8 Ohms
-Power Requirements 20W rms min, 250W rms max
-Dimensions: 27 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W x 17"D, Weight: 90lbs
$9,000 dollar VMPS RM 60 "Wing" Speakers for sale - (California - San Francisco Bay Area) $2800
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4991255932.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/4991255932.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=119666)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=119667)
"I have a pair of VMPS RM 60 wing speakers for sale. Bought from the Factory (Brian Cheney), lowered price. $2800 obo. Complete with bases. Macassar ebony finish.
Lots more VMPS speakers, drivers and cabinets available. All brand new."
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=119668)
VMPS Tower 2 Special Edition - Local Pickup Only - (Chicago, IL) $1200
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2015-03-04-speakers-60601-chicago-il (http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2015-03-04-speakers-60601-chicago-il)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=114165)
"A nice pair traded in all original. The foam may need to be replaced but wanted to show an example of a really nice unit of this age. Very nice sound for low price."
"Now, something just a bit different...!"
Acoustat 1+1 Loudspeakers & VMPS Subwoofer - (Fair Haven/Detroit, Michigan) $850
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5018354829.html (http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5018354829.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=122818)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=122819)
"Acoustat 1 Plus 1 Electrostatic Loudspeakers w/Factory Medallion Transformer Upgrades
Work perfect - 11.5" wide and an imposing 93" tall
Included in this price is a VMPS Larger Subwoofer. This Sub has three woofers - 1 Active 15", 1 Active 12", and 1 Passive 15" - Concidered by many to be the most musical sub ever made while still playing down to 18Hz. The subwoofer comes with its own dedicated amplifier.
Google each of these any you will see the rave reviews others have posted."
12 inch VMPS Bass Subwoofer Speaker - $295 (Clear Lake, MN)
http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ele/4187398811.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=91841)
"This is a 12" diameter in-home non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer." It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut top.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz.
This unit will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass really "rocks the house." "
Not mine, but just adding to the thread:
VMPS RM40: $3000
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm40-2015-05-25-speakers-14108-newfane-ny
"I have for sale a very nice pair of RM40s. they are equipped with all the upgrades including TRT caps, silver wiring, binding post set up for biamping and in beautiful african ebony. these speakers weigh in at almost 300 pounds so I'm not going to ship them. I'd be willing to drive and meet within reason or they can be picked up and auditioned. I'm asking $3000 or best offer. I apologize for the sideways photos.
Thanks for looking"
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=121725)
Read more at http://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm40-2015-05-25-speakers-14108-newfane-ny#tE6eXpMl4S6Vt3Fg.99
VMPS Larger Sub - (Winter Park, FL) $500
http://app.audiogon.com/listings/subwoofers-vmps-largersub-2015-06-20-home-theater-32789-winter-park-fl--2 (http://app.audiogon.com/listings/subwoofers-vmps-largersub-2015-06-20-home-theater-32789-winter-park-fl--2)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=123161)
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"I"m selling my VMPS larger sub. This sub has the upgraded 15" Ultra Woofer with an upgraded passive radiator and the Parts Express 1000w amp. This sub sounds great and can play to 17Hz. I also have all the original woofers and passive radiator if someone wants to match it to an existing VMPS sub for a pair. Asking price is $500 but I will accept reasonable offers I and prefer local pickup because this thing is a beast."
VMPS original subwoofers - pair - (California - San Francisco Bay Area ) $400
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5072804526.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5072804526.html)
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"Here are a pair of VMPS original (passive) subwoofers for sale in very good condition. Original specs: 12" woofer, 15" passive radiator, 19-600Hz. Recently upgraded to "Ultra-Mega" Passive Radiators. I have the original boxes and tuning weights for the new Passive radiators. These are very musical subwoofers that received excellent reviews. $400 OBO."
antique subwoofer :o
Hi stimp, the RM-1 sale is mine. I have them listed here on the site as well. What do yo guys think of my pricing?
I didn't intend to sell these fantastic speakers at all, however I have made so many other recent audio purchases that I need to thin the herd. If there is no interest then I'm ok with that as well as I really love the sound of these speakers. I cannot ship these, they are 230 lbs each and are 66" tall. The finish is macassar ebony and include the megawoofer upgrade, TNT caps and bolder wiring. I have included the picture of the largest scratch that I could find and I personally think it looks worse in the picture than it really is. As I am the second owner, the original owner did give me a set of the original drivers before the woofer upgrade. I believe he gave me 4 but I will have to check. I am located in Madison Wisconsin. Price is $2500.00.
Audiogon bluebook on these speakers private Party
$3,076.03 and Average sale is $2,874.79 so I feel that these are priced fairly
If any SERIOUS interest then please let me know
Thanks for looking
Wayne 262-442-6820
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Huge 500 Watt Custom Studio Monitor Speakers VMPS - (L.A., CA) $2750
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5231343647.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5231343647.html)
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"For sale- VERY LARGE custom made studio monitor speakers- VMPS made by itone audio in California.
These speakers are bi-ampable, 500 watts @ 8 ohms, and feature high quality audiophile binding posts. All drivers are in excellent condition, with surrounds & cones in very solid condition. They sound amazing, are EXTREMELY LOUD, and are gigantic in size.
The cabinets measure as follows- 4 ft 2.5 inches high, 18 3/4 inches wide, and 50 inches deep (WOW. I didn't know they were that BIG?) The person in the photo standing next to the speaker is over 6 ft tall for scale!
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These were custom made for a client's studio, a record executive/A&R guy to listen to band demos- but they are suitable for DJ/Party/Home theater use as well as studio use. They will blow you away!
Please contact us for further info, or to schedule an audition- Please feel free to bring your own source, and you'll need 2 strong men & a truck to move them."
Repost
VMPS RM-2 Speakers - (Kenosha, WI) $1000
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649122780-vmps_rm2_speakers/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649122780-vmps_rm2_speakers/)
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"I have a set of RM2s for sale. They have the light oak finish with black faces and black cloth grills. They are in excellent condition. These speakers have the FST ribbon tweeters, Neo Panel midrange, 12” Carbon Fiber cone woofer and a 12” down firing passive radiator. Two sets of binding posts allow for Bi-wiring or Bi-amping and include L pads to adjust treble and midrange output. Since the passing of Brian Cheney, VMPS has gone out of business and these speakers are no longer available but the last list price for a set like this was over $3,000.
Specifications
Bass- 30cm (12") woven carbon fiber, 30cm (12") Passive Radiator
Mid:- two rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8") Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble:- FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity:- 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 91 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 300 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: - 22 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3dB
Dimensions & Weight:- 114H x 38W x 41Dcm, 55kg (45"H x 15"W x 16"D, 120 lbs)
Output levels and distortion:- max. 1% THD fullrange/1 W, max. 112+ dB SPL / 1 m
I have 5 sets of VMPS speakers plus a LRC and a Larger Sub. The only reason for this sale is to downsize my living room system from a 5.1 to a 2.1 system.
Speakers are too big and too heavy to ship so local pickup only. I can deliver these speakers in the Milwaukee/Chicago area with upfront payment and if you cover the gas costs. $1,000
I also have a VMPS LRC (Large Ribbon Center) for sale in a different post (I didn't see a LRC in a 2nd post. This 'may' have sold?)."
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Acoustat 1+1 Loudspeakers & VMPS Subwoofer - (Fair Haven/Detroit, Michigan) $850
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5111075917.html[/url
Is the sub still for sale? I used to have an awesome VMPS 215 sub with the VSS upgrade. Should never have sold it. Does the sub have the built in amp?
Thanks for your reply,
Bob (http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5111075917.html)
Speakers are sold.
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Acoustat 1+1 Loudspeakers & VMPS Subwoofer - (Fair Haven/Detroit, Michigan) $850
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5111075917.html[/url
Is the sub still for sale? I used to have an awesome VMPS 215 sub with the VSS upgrade. Should never have sold it. Does the sub have the built in amp?
Thanks for your reply,
Bob
(http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ele/5111075917.html)
Hi Bob,
Thanks for the inquiry, concerning a VMPS sub. But, none of the VMPS speakers, in my For Sale thread are mine. I just post the ads, to help out anyone looking for VMPS speakers. I wish I did have all those speakers! That'd be awesome!
Good luck,
Stimpy
Oh yea, that 215 was an awesome sub! I'd miss that too! :cry:
WOW - This is a 1st...!
VMPS Ribbon Dipole Surround-Super quality surround sound audio - (Seattle, Washington) $800.00 OB
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331684323929?rmvSB=true (http://www.ebay.com/itm/331684323929?rmvSB=true)
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"Fantastic pair of surround sound speakers that use the hybrid, ribbon and diaphragm technologies in such a way to produce smooth and super-realistic sound across the entire spectrum. These ultra-high fidelity dipole speakers are designed for the back-surround speakers in 7.1 setups but can just as well serve as the 5.1 surround speakers. New purchase price : Ribbon Dipole Surround --- $1,800.00 pair
Read this review of same technology in main towers speakers from VMPS.
http://www.highfidelityreview.com/vmps-tower-ii-se.html
For the all-important rear and surround channels, which in Dolby Digital carry a full-range signal, we have developed the VMPS Ribbon Dipole Surround. VMPS Home Theater is compatible with DTS, Dolby Digital, Sony and Pro Logic encoding systems; if you have a separate processor, or an A/V receiver which allows you to choose mode, we recommend settings which process the signal the least.
For a complete A/V system, start with the best main speakers you can afford. Add the center channel, then the Subwoofer, and finally the surrounds.Specifications
Bass: - 16 cm (6") WCF Megawoofer bass, front reflex loaded
Mid: - two rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8") Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: - 2x FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: - 8 Ohm (5.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 150W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: - 42 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3dB
Dimensions & Weight: - 61H x 32W x 33D cm, 20 kg (24"H x 12,5"W x 13"D, 44 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: - max. 1% THD fullrange / 1W, max. 110+ dB SPL/1m
Finishes: - standard lite oak, dark oak. Optional
Some cosmetic scratches and slight edge scrape as shown in the pictures. Does not distract from the overall beauty of these speakers and has no effect on sound quality."[/left]
Are there any new circular ribbon tweeters left for sale? His RM2 L/S had blown tweeters according to Ebay.
VMPS RM-1 speakers - (Santa Rosa, CA) $750
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/5212821230.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/5212821230.html)
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"Modified RM-1 towers in excellent condition. Comes with 2 extra planar midrange units for future repairs. Biampable, adjustable mid and tweeter levels. Incredible sound and awesome bass. Had the stock woofers replaced with expensive Peerless units and had the system re-tuned by Mike at Soundscape (speaker designer). Bought for $650 used (great deal at the time) and spent $700 modifying properly. I have 12 pairs of speakers total (all kinds) and need to thin the herd. These are the only ones of real value and need the money for kids college."
Yesterday I bought the pair of Tower IIs listed on the Denver CL for $85. They are in remarkable condition, with all new foam surrounds and barely a blemish on the wood veneer. Phenomenal speakers for the money, although the size of these beasts is inconvenient for an apartment dweller like myself.
VMPS 15" WOOFER SUPERTOWER II /R - (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) $80 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181884288521?rmvSB=true (http://www.ebay.com/itm/181884288521?rmvSB=true)
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"15" WOOFER FROM A VMPS SUPERTOWER II/R PN/ X3967 REFOAMED AND READY TO GO."
VMPS Audio Subwoofers (2) stereo/HT - (Encinitas/San Diego, CA) $450
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/ele/5179583591.html (http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/ele/5179583591.html)
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"These were made in the late 90's and at the time were state of the art. They still sound amazing in their price range. Both are 8ohm 12' drivers in well built black cabinets, in good working condition. They can be driven with between 20-250 watts each. Included is an electronic crossover."
Huge 500 Watt Custom Studio Monitor Speakers VMPS - (L.A., CA) $2750
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5231343647.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5231343647.html)
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"For sale- VERY LARGE custom made studio monitor speakers- VMPS made by itone audio in California.
These speakers are bi-ampable, 500 watts @ 8 ohms, and feature high quality audiophile binding posts. All drivers are in excellent condition, with surrounds & cones in very solid condition. They sound amazing, are EXTREMELY LOUD, and are gigantic in size.
The cabinets measure as follows- 4 ft 2.5 inches high, 18 3/4 inches wide, and 50 inches deep (WOW. I didn't know they were that BIG?) The person in the photo standing next to the speaker is over 6 ft tall for scale!
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These were custom made for a client's studio, a record executive/A&R guy to listen to band demos- but they are suitable for DJ/Party/Home theater use as well as studio use. They will blow you away!
Please contact us for further info, or to schedule an audition- Please feel free to bring your own source, and you'll need 2 strong men & a truck to move them."
VMPS original subwoofers - pair - (California - San Francisco Bay Area ) $400
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5072804526.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5072804526.html)
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"Here are a pair of VMPS original (passive) subwoofers for sale in very good condition. Original specs: 12" woofer, 15" passive radiator, 19-600Hz. Recently upgraded to "Ultra-Mega" Passive Radiators. I have the original boxes and tuning weights for the new Passive radiators. These are very musical subwoofers that received excellent reviews. $400 OBO."
Two VMPS Speakers 626JR - (Clayton, California) $700 OB - $999 BIN
]http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/131676045803?item=131676045803&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466&rmvSB=true[url] (http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/131676045803?item=131676045803&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466&rmvSB=true[url)[/url]
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"Two VMPS Speakers 626JR. These were only played about 2 hours. They are still in the box. Purchased in 2008. They are in like new condition."
VMPS RM-40 Speakers, RM-LRC, Larger Subwoofer - (Santa Barbara, CA) $3200, $400, & $400
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html)
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"Gloss black RM-40 (Ribbon Monitor) speakers w/ outboard crossover - $3200
Specifications -
Bass: 10" WCF Megawoofer bass, 10" WCF midbass, 10" Passive Radiator
Mid: four rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: FST, 6.9 kHz - 30 kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 500 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 24 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: 66"H x 13"W x 17"D, 240 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: max. 1% THD fullrange / 1W, max. 115+ dB SPL / 1m
This particular pair of speakers (s/n 63646 & 63647) have had the following upgrades:
VMPS RM-40 (Ribbon Monitors) $4999 - original purchase price
Auricap Cap Upgrade $650
Special Limited Edition Dorn Dibble Cabinet $400
Outboard XO option (OXO) - $650
Cosmetically they are in fair to good condition - the cabinets have some dings, scratches, and marks from being mis-handled by movers, but sonically they are in excellent condition. The grill cloth has come loose in a couple of areas, but can be re-glued.
Gloss black RM-LRC - $400
Specifications -
Bass: 2x 6" WCF megawoofer, front reflex loaded
Mid: rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbon, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 250 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 35 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: 10.5"H x 32"W x 13"D, 50 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: - max. 1%THD fullrange/1W, max. 110+ dB SPL / 1 m
Again, cosmetically it's a little rough from being moved. It looks like it got slid across a rough surface on its top - many scratches.
Gloss black New Larger Subwoofer w/ Megawoofers - $400
Specifications:
Drivers: 15" WCF Megawoofer, 12" WCF Megawoofer, 15" Passive Radiator
Rec. xover range: 60 Hz - 250 Hz
Internal wiring: 12 gauge Monster Cable
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm, 92 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 600 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 17 Hz - 250 Hz +0/-3dB
Dimensions & Weight: 23"H x 32"W x 19"D, 138 lbs
Output levels and distortion: max. 0.5% 20 Hz to 250 Hz / 1 W, min. 115 dB SPL / 1m at 20 Hz & 2.5%THD
Again, cosmetically it's not in great shape, the whole left side is scraped up."
Two VMPS Speakers 626JR - (Clayton, California) $899 OB - $1175 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Two-VMPS-Speakers-626JR-/131646496655?hash=item1ea6be1f8f:g:VqsAAOSwI-BWPSSS (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Two-VMPS-Speakers-626JR-/131646496655?hash=item1ea6be1f8f:g:VqsAAOSwI-BWPSSS)
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"Two VMPS Speakers 626JR. These were only played about 2 hours. They are still in the box. Purchased in 2008. They are in like new condition."
This pair of Tower II appear to be un-matched ... two Left speakers!
Vintage VMPS Dedicated Subwoofer !! - (Colorado Springs, Colorado) $275 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-VMPS-Dedicated-Subwoofer-j509-/201491050690?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368[url (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-VMPS-Dedicated-Subwoofer-j509-/201491050690?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368[url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-VMPS-Dedicated-Subwoofer-j509-/201491050690?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368[url)
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"Fully tested and functioning properly!
The vertical edge of the fabric on one edge has noticeable wear as shown in the pictures.
We try our hardest to give 5-Star Service by giving Clear, Accurate and Honest descriptions to the best of our abilities. We also clearly state our return policies and shipping terms upfront so you know what to expect.
If you are pleased with this transaction, please respond with all 5 Stars! If you are not pleased for any reason, Please contact us using the Contact Seller link on the auction page, and we'll try and make it a Five Star Sale!
Sales within the State of Colorado Will have State and local tax applied where applicable.
We take care to pack your items professionally, therefore items can take up to 7 days or more to ship after payment has cleared when we are backed up. Typically it is only a couple of days after but it does very through the seasons. If there is a critical need for immediate shipping (24 hours from time of payment, Monday through Friday), please let us know immediately after payment has been made."
Stimpy. I appreciate you bringing all of these VMPS ads to the AC circle. Sadly most of these sellers are merely misinformed or blowing hot air. The beautiful pair of Super Tower III's was never $20k a pair. Just Google the review in TAS Sept 1991 Issue 73. it's 78 inches tall and went for $5200.oo a pair. And after delivery of a few pairs yes there are quite heavy. I wished I lived closer, they are tempting to buy. I don't know about anyone else; Opinions are subjective, but facts are facts; and I believe in Truth in Advertising.
Thanks again for a good job Stimpy.
Rev G
VERY RARE VMPS -VERITONE MINIMUM PHASE SPEAKERS - WALNUT - PRE 1998 - (Spring Hill, FL) $450.00
http://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/ele/5350668532.html (http://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/ele/5350668532.html)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-VMPS-VERITONE-MINMUM-PHASE-SPEAKERS-WALNUT-pre-1998-/221963311393?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-VMPS-VERITONE-MINMUM-PHASE-SPEAKERS-WALNUT-pre-1998-/221963311393?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368)
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"VMPS Loudspeakers
Hello you're looking at a set of Very Rare vintage VMPS ( Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers ) Speakers . VMPS was a division of Itone Audio , in El Sobrante California. VMPS was a basically a 1 man show ( Brian Cheney ) speaker company that lasted from 1977 to 2012 when Brian passed away . More information is below ,
They roughly measure 8 3/4 inches deep X 18 inches tall X 12 inches wide each
They seem to be from before 1998 since there is no ribbon tweeter.
Woofer surrounds have been replaced
NO STANDS ARE INCLUDED IN THIS SALE
Specifications :
VMPS 2 WAY Bookshelf Speakers
Woofer: 8 inch
Tweeter: 1 inch SOFT DOME w/adjustable gain
Cabinets: Walnut over MDF
Size: 18" x 12" x 8 3/4"-PORTED
Condition:
Cabinets: 8-8 1/2
Sound: 10+
Level Controls
On the rear of speaker cabinet, VMPS speakers included level controls to attenuate the sound level of the mid-range and treble (tweeter). These level controls were intended to be used in concert with PR mass tuning to achieve the desired overall tonal balance.
*Thank you for shopping with us.
*All items are in used condition with normal signs of wear unless other conditions are specifically mentioned in the description. If clarification is needed, don't hesitate to contact us.
*If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us
*Payment is due using PayPal."
VMPS History, discussed in this Ad.
VMPS (Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers) delivered its first production run to dealers in January 1977. Since it started out, hundreds of competitors have come and gone. VMPS survived 35 years because it not only provided a good product at a good price, but give the audiophile something rare in today's marketplace: fullrange, floorstanding speaker systems with first-octave bass response, wide dynamic range, high sensitivity, and a neutral tonal balance suited to any kind of music (or home theater, for that matter) at prices that are a fraction those of other name brands.
It was Bert Whyte, late Senior Editor of Audio Magazine, whose April 1980 review ("Towers of Power") of the 198cm, 113kg VMPS Super Tower IIa/R put VMPS on the map, validating a unique design philosophy which emphasized full spectrum reproduction at intentionally, often spectacularly low prices. The STIIa/R, with its 16 active drivers including four of the most expensive tweeter extant, the Focal T120 harddome, retailed back then for a very affordable $3,876/pr.
VMPS aspired to the highest levels of transducer technology, sound quality, ruggedness, and cabinetry and are undaunted when it comes to spending the money necessary to achieve those high levels. Speakers were not priced to mislead the consumer, who naturally assumes price and quality are related. No automobile selling at Ferrari prices would dare offer VW performance, but that is precisely what is happening in many instances with audiophile speaker systems. Brian Cheney found such pricing practices a shame and a scandal, the cause of endless confusion and grief for music lovers who want the best but do not have six figures to invest in sound equipment.
The VMPS program included Subwoofers, all passive (i.e. no builtin amplifier), all quite substantial size and weight (the "Dedicated" Sub is the baby at 38kg), all requiring no equalization to pump out bass in the teens and twenties, and all easy to add to any system via the existing main amplifier and our optional Passive Crossovers, or via the biamp route with an outboard Electronic or Passive Crossover and a separate drive amplifier. Typically, the distortion of VMPS Subs is an order of magnitude lower than the competition. VMPS invented the slot-loaded passive radiator in 1979. It remained a feature in all VMPS Subs and Towers, a push-pull, high efficiency means of generating first octave bass with high input sensitivity.
VMPS was proud of its great reputation for solid, clean, extended bass in nearly every speaker it made. However, there is more to good speakers than just bass, although bass is the foundation of all music and a third of the keyboard lies in the bass range.
Year 1998 saw two new drivers arrive from VMPS that have never existed heretofore. The 190cm tall push- pull, transformerless, unobstructed, high impedance (6 Ohms), high output 100Hz ribbon panels in the acclaimed Special Ribbon Edition Super Tower III (see Anthony Cordesman's review in Audio Magazine Aug 98; the reviewer also purchased the system for his home) are nothing short of a new "Absolute State of the Art" (Audio). Matched up with the unique synthetic granite, quadruple 30cm woofer towers and 15cm free- swinging ribbon supertweeter, the SRE/ST3 is the best speaker you can buy at any price. This is no mere repackaging of a few hundred dollars worth of cones and domes costing megabucks: our system includes the speakers, outboard electronic crossover and massive associated power supply (one million microfarads!).
Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
VMPS
VMPS Company Logo.jpg
Founded January, 1977
Defunct December, 2012
Headquarters VMPS was based in El Sobrante, California
Key people
Brian Cheney, founder
Products Loudspeakers
Website vmpsaudio.com
Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers, or VMPS, was a loudspeaker manufacture founded in 1977 by speaker designer Brian Cheney. Many VMPS speakers received favorable reviews from audio critics, such as the RM40, which was awarded Best of CES in the High-End Audio category in 2002.[1] VMPS was in operation for over 35 years, from January 1977 to December 2012, when it closed soon after the death of company owner Brian Cheney on December 7, 2012.[2]Design[edit]
The VMPS speakers employed phase coherent drivers (for best stereo imaging) by employing first-order "minimum phase"[3] filters and drivers wired electrically in-phase.[4] Such first-order filter designs typically do not provide adequate low-frequency attenuation for mid-range and tweeters. Speaker designer Brian Cheney viewed high-order filters as undesirable since they were not "minimum phase", meaning their phase response was not flat with frequency. He also avoided high-order filters because he believed they often required drivers be wired electrically out-of-phase and, in his opinion, had inferior stereo imaging.
Brian also believed direct measurements should not play a significant role in the design process or evaluation of a loudspeaker. Instead, speakers should be designed and evaluated based on how they sounded. In this sense, VMPS speakers did not follow a conventional design philosophy which strived for a "flat" frequency response within a set tolerance, e.g. ±2.5 dB. In Brian's belief, most listeners could tolerate moderate fluctuations in frequency response. Furthermore, such measurements performed in the laboratory (anechoic chamber) were a poor representation of the customer's listening environment, meaning a speaker that "measured flat" in the laboratory would likely never measure flat in the customer's home. Thus, he felt that flat frequency response was both unnecessary and practically impossible to achieve, unlike the vast majority of other speaker designers throughout audio history.
Brian approached speaker design like a musician, using his ear for primary feedback. Minimum phase filters and drivers wired in-phase were used because they sounded the best. This philosophy was directly expressed in the name of his company: Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers, which taken literally means: variable tone (or frequency) minimum phase distortion speakers (drivers wired in-phase with linear phase response). The choice of term "tone" (musician's terminology) over the term "frequency" (scientist's terminology) also may have expressed his belief that the musical characteristic of the speaker was more important than scientific measurement.
The most recent VMPS speakers were a three-way design that featured ribbon drivers for the mid-range and tweeter. The high bandwidth of the mid-range "Neopanel" complemented the use of first-order filters. Woofers were used for bass and mid-bass, along with a passive radiator or port for the 626 bookshelf model. The "RM" in the speaker name (e.g. RM40) stood for "Ribbon Monitor". The RM40, RM/X, 626, RM30, RM-V60, and RM-50, all used a "Neopanel" mid-range, and a modified Aurum Cantus ribbon tweeter, except for the RM50, which used a Hi-Vi ribbon tweeter. Woofers had woven carbon fiber cones and phase-plugs. The VMPS bass management system used one or more high-compliance down-firing passive radiators that was tunable by adding or removing putty from the diaphragm.
Passive radiator mass tuning, along with level controls for mid-range and treble on the rear of the speaker, allowed the listen to tune the sound of the speaker to their listening room and personal preference. Tuning of VMPS speakers was time consuming to achieve optimal sound and required some experience. Brian Cheney would frequently visit a customer's home, often at his own expense, to optimize the sound of the speaker system in the listening environment.
Neopanel[edit]
The mid-range "Neopanel" is 2.5" x 7" planar diaphragm (ribbon) using a push-pull motor with neodymium magnets. The Neopanel in the VMPS speakers is used with a first-order filter between 220 Hz and 7 kHz. The Neoplanel was originally designed by Bruce Thigpen.[5] This design was licensed to Level 9 and manufactured in Canada and later China and sold as Monsoon computer speakers[6] with a subwoofer. Brian Cheney stated he modified these panels to fix a mechanical flaw that made them unreliable.[7]
Constant Directivity Wave Guide[edit]
Brian Cheney invented and patented[8] a Constant Directivity Wave Guide (CDWG) to increase the horizontal dispersion of the planar mid-range and tweeter. The first generation CDWG was attached like a speaker grill to the RM30 and RM40 speakers. The CDWG consisted of an aperture (slit) with sound absorbing foam between the CDWG grill and front baffle. A second generation CDWG placed the CDWG aperture directly on the face of the Neopanel and ribbon tweeter.
Bass Management System
Most VMPS speakers incorporated one or more passive radiators (PR). To achieve optimal sound quality, the set-up process required the listener change the mass of the PR by adding or removing Mortite putty from the cone. This process changed the resonant frequency and "Q" of the PR and dramatically affected the sound of the bass. This allowed the listener to change the overall tonal characteristic of the bass and to compensate for the bass response of the particular listening environment.
VMPS's passive radiators used a unique high-compliance suspension and a low moving mass diaphragm to achieve a low resonant frequency. The low moving mass reduced the gravity sag of the PR cone and allowed it to be mounted on the bottom of the speaker cabinet and fire downward in a loaded slot. The slot acted as a low-pass filter to remove unwanted high-frequency sound generated by the PR cone. The low mass of the PR also meant it was very sensitive to small changes to the amount of putty (mass) on the cone.
VMPS RM-1 speakers - (Santa Rosa, CA) $750
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/5212821230.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/5212821230.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=127741)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=127742)
"Modified RM-1 towers in excellent condition. Comes with 2 extra planar midrange units for future repairs. Biampable, adjustable mid and tweeter levels. Incredible sound and awesome bass. Had the stock woofers replaced with expensive Peerless units and had the system re-tuned by Mike at Soundscape (speaker designer). Bought for $650 used (great deal at the time) and spent $700 modifying properly. I have 12 pairs of speakers total (all kinds) and need to thin the herd. These are the only ones of real value and need the money for kids college."
VERY RARE VMPS -VERITONE MINIMUM PHASE SPEAKERS - WALNUT - PRE 1998 - (Spring Hill, FL) $450.00
http://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/ele/5350668532.html (http://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/ele/5350668532.html)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-VMPS-VERITONE-MINMUM-PHASE-SPEAKERS-WALNUT-pre-1998-/221963311393?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-VMPS-VERITONE-MINMUM-PHASE-SPEAKERS-WALNUT-pre-1998-/221963311393?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=133192)
"VMPS Loudspeakers
Hello you're looking at a set of Very Rare vintage VMPS ( Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers ) Speakers . VMPS was a division of Itone Audio , in El Sobrante California. VMPS was a basically a 1 man show ( Brian Cheney ) speaker company that lasted from 1977 to 2012 when Brian passed away . More information is below ,
They roughly measure 8 3/4 inches deep X 18 inches tall X 12 inches wide each
They seem to be from before 1998 since there is no ribbon tweeter.
Woofer surrounds have been replaced
NO STANDS ARE INCLUDED IN THIS SALE
Specifications :
VMPS 2 WAY Bookshelf Speakers
Woofer: 8 inch
Tweeter: 1 inch SOFT DOME w/adjustable gain
Cabinets: Walnut over MDF
Size: 18" x 12" x 8 3/4"-PORTED
Condition:
Cabinets: 8-8 1/2
Sound: 10+
Level Controls
On the rear of speaker cabinet, VMPS speakers included level controls to attenuate the sound level of the mid-range and treble (tweeter). These level controls were intended to be used in concert with PR mass tuning to achieve the desired overall tonal balance.
*Thank you for shopping with us.
*All items are in used condition with normal signs of wear unless other conditions are specifically mentioned in the description. If clarification is needed, don't hesitate to contact us.
*If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us
*Payment is due using PayPal."
VMPS History, discussed in this Ad.
VMPS (Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers) delivered its first production run to dealers in January 1977. Since it started out, hundreds of competitors have come and gone. VMPS survived 35 years because it not only provided a good product at a good price, but give the audiophile something rare in today's marketplace: fullrange, floorstanding speaker systems with first-octave bass response, wide dynamic range, high sensitivity, and a neutral tonal balance suited to any kind of music (or home theater, for that matter) at prices that are a fraction those of other name brands.
It was Bert Whyte, late Senior Editor of Audio Magazine, whose April 1980 review ("Towers of Power") of the 198cm, 113kg VMPS Super Tower IIa/R put VMPS on the map, validating a unique design philosophy which emphasized full spectrum reproduction at intentionally, often spectacularly low prices. The STIIa/R, with its 16 active drivers including four of the most expensive tweeter extant, the Focal T120 harddome, retailed back then for a very affordable $3,876/pr.
VMPS aspired to the highest levels of transducer technology, sound quality, ruggedness, and cabinetry and are undaunted when it comes to spending the money necessary to achieve those high levels. Speakers were not priced to mislead the consumer, who naturally assumes price and quality are related. No automobile selling at Ferrari prices would dare offer VW performance, but that is precisely what is happening in many instances with audiophile speaker systems. Brian Cheney found such pricing practices a shame and a scandal, the cause of endless confusion and grief for music lovers who want the best but do not have six figures to invest in sound equipment.
The VMPS program included Subwoofers, all passive (i.e. no builtin amplifier), all quite substantial size and weight (the "Dedicated" Sub is the baby at 38kg), all requiring no equalization to pump out bass in the teens and twenties, and all easy to add to any system via the existing main amplifier and our optional Passive Crossovers, or via the biamp route with an outboard Electronic or Passive Crossover and a separate drive amplifier. Typically, the distortion of VMPS Subs is an order of magnitude lower than the competition. VMPS invented the slot-loaded passive radiator in 1979. It remained a feature in all VMPS Subs and Towers, a push-pull, high efficiency means of generating first octave bass with high input sensitivity.
VMPS was proud of its great reputation for solid, clean, extended bass in nearly every speaker it made. However, there is more to good speakers than just bass, although bass is the foundation of all music and a third of the keyboard lies in the bass range.
Year 1998 saw two new drivers arrive from VMPS that have never existed heretofore. The 190cm tall push- pull, transformerless, unobstructed, high impedance (6 Ohms), high output 100Hz ribbon panels in the acclaimed Special Ribbon Edition Super Tower III (see Anthony Cordesman's review in Audio Magazine Aug 98; the reviewer also purchased the system for his home) are nothing short of a new "Absolute State of the Art" (Audio). Matched up with the unique synthetic granite, quadruple 30cm woofer towers and 15cm free- swinging ribbon supertweeter, the SRE/ST3 is the best speaker you can buy at any price. This is no mere repackaging of a few hundred dollars worth of cones and domes costing megabucks: our system includes the speakers, outboard electronic crossover and massive associated power supply (one million microfarads!).
Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
VMPS
VMPS Company Logo.jpg
Founded January, 1977
Defunct December, 2012
Headquarters VMPS was based in El Sobrante, California
Key people
Brian Cheney, founder
Products Loudspeakers
Website vmpsaudio.com
Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers, or VMPS, was a loudspeaker manufacture founded in 1977 by speaker designer Brian Cheney. Many VMPS speakers received favorable reviews from audio critics, such as the RM40, which was awarded Best of CES in the High-End Audio category in 2002.[1] VMPS was in operation for over 35 years, from January 1977 to December 2012, when it closed soon after the death of company owner Brian Cheney on December 7, 2012.[2]Design[edit]
The VMPS speakers employed phase coherent drivers (for best stereo imaging) by employing first-order "minimum phase"[3] filters and drivers wired electrically in-phase.[4] Such first-order filter designs typically do not provide adequate low-frequency attenuation for mid-range and tweeters. Speaker designer Brian Cheney viewed high-order filters as undesirable since they were not "minimum phase", meaning their phase response was not flat with frequency. He also avoided high-order filters because he believed they often required drivers be wired electrically out-of-phase and, in his opinion, had inferior stereo imaging.
Brian also believed direct measurements should not play a significant role in the design process or evaluation of a loudspeaker. Instead, speakers should be designed and evaluated based on how they sounded. In this sense, VMPS speakers did not follow a conventional design philosophy which strived for a "flat" frequency response within a set tolerance, e.g. ±2.5 dB. In Brian's belief, most listeners could tolerate moderate fluctuations in frequency response. Furthermore, such measurements performed in the laboratory (anechoic chamber) were a poor representation of the customer's listening environment, meaning a speaker that "measured flat" in the laboratory would likely never measure flat in the customer's home. Thus, he felt that flat frequency response was both unnecessary and practically impossible to achieve, unlike the vast majority of other speaker designers throughout audio history.
Brian approached speaker design like a musician, using his ear for primary feedback. Minimum phase filters and drivers wired in-phase were used because they sounded the best. This philosophy was directly expressed in the name of his company: Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers, which taken literally means: variable tone (or frequency) minimum phase distortion speakers (drivers wired in-phase with linear phase response). The choice of term "tone" (musician's terminology) over the term "frequency" (scientist's terminology) also may have expressed his belief that the musical characteristic of the speaker was more important than scientific measurement.
The most recent VMPS speakers were a three-way design that featured ribbon drivers for the mid-range and tweeter. The high bandwidth of the mid-range "Neopanel" complemented the use of first-order filters. Woofers were used for bass and mid-bass, along with a passive radiator or port for the 626 bookshelf model. The "RM" in the speaker name (e.g. RM40) stood for "Ribbon Monitor". The RM40, RM/X, 626, RM30, RM-V60, and RM-50, all used a "Neopanel" mid-range, and a modified Aurum Cantus ribbon tweeter, except for the RM50, which used a Hi-Vi ribbon tweeter. Woofers had woven carbon fiber cones and phase-plugs. The VMPS bass management system used one or more high-compliance down-firing passive radiators that was tunable by adding or removing putty from the diaphragm.
Passive radiator mass tuning, along with level controls for mid-range and treble on the rear of the speaker, allowed the listen to tune the sound of the speaker to their listening room and personal preference. Tuning of VMPS speakers was time consuming to achieve optimal sound and required some experience. Brian Cheney would frequently visit a customer's home, often at his own expense, to optimize the sound of the speaker system in the listening environment.
Neopanel[edit]
The mid-range "Neopanel" is 2.5" x 7" planar diaphragm (ribbon) using a push-pull motor with neodymium magnets. The Neopanel in the VMPS speakers is used with a first-order filter between 220 Hz and 7 kHz. The Neoplanel was originally designed by Bruce Thigpen.[5] This design was licensed to Level 9 and manufactured in Canada and later China and sold as Monsoon computer speakers[6] with a subwoofer. Brian Cheney stated he modified these panels to fix a mechanical flaw that made them unreliable.[7]
Constant Directivity Wave Guide[edit]
Brian Cheney invented and patented[8] a Constant Directivity Wave Guide (CDWG) to increase the horizontal dispersion of the planar mid-range and tweeter. The first generation CDWG was attached like a speaker grill to the RM30 and RM40 speakers. The CDWG consisted of an aperture (slit) with sound absorbing foam between the CDWG grill and front baffle. A second generation CDWG placed the CDWG aperture directly on the face of the Neopanel and ribbon tweeter.
Bass Management System
Most VMPS speakers incorporated one or more passive radiators (PR). To achieve optimal sound quality, the set-up process required the listener change the mass of the PR by adding or removing Mortite putty from the cone. This process changed the resonant frequency and "Q" of the PR and dramatically affected the sound of the bass. This allowed the listener to change the overall tonal characteristic of the bass and to compensate for the bass response of the particular listening environment.
VMPS's passive radiators used a unique high-compliance suspension and a low moving mass diaphragm to achieve a low resonant frequency. The low moving mass reduced the gravity sag of the PR cone and allowed it to be mounted on the bottom of the speaker cabinet and fire downward in a loaded slot. The slot acted as a low-pass filter to remove unwanted high-frequency sound generated by the PR cone. The low mass of the PR also meant it was very sensitive to small changes to the amount of putty (mass) on the cone.
vmps qso 626 speakers - (Evansville, Indian) $400 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/vmps-q-so-626-speakers-/172058043420?hash=item280f75641c:g:SgoAAOSwT~9WkuU0 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/vmps-q-so-626-speakers-/172058043420?hash=item280f75641c:g:SgoAAOSwT~9WkuU0)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=135057)
"Pair of vmps q so 626 speakers. These are very large bookshelf speakers. Decent cosmetics but expect smack Knicks and scratches. The grill cloth pulled in a spot or two. They aren't too bad but not perfect for sure. Sound wonderful. Detailed and accurate with very good bass for what they are. If u have questions ask before buying. This is a pair of speakers."
VMPS 626 Jr SPEAKER 626jr speakers vmps626jr - (Canada - Vancouver) $1000 CA Dollars - $727 U.S.
http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5335453057.html (http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5335453057.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=133238)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=133239)
"Ribbon planar midrange speakers with great warmth and upgraded carbon fiber woofer for a nice deep tight punchy bass. Vmps626 jr Adjustable tweeter and mid cross-over. The crossover adjustments are in back as pic showes. Compact speaker or HUGE bookshelf? :) have receipt and box(only 1 , sorry)...FIRM"
VMPS RM-40 Speakers - (Santa Barbara, CA) $3200
http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/5391380202.html (http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/5391380202.html)
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132812)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132815)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132813)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132814)
"Gloss black RM-40 (Ribbon Monitor) speakers w/ outboard crossover - $3200
Specifications -
Bass: 10" WCF Megawoofer bass, 10" WCF midbass, 10" Passive Radiator
Mid: four rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: FST, 6.9 kHz - 30 kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 500 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 24 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: 66"H x 13"W x 17"D, 240 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: max. 1% THD fullrange / 1W, max. 115+ dB SPL / 1m
This particular pair of speakers (s/n 63646 & 63647) have had the following upgrades:
VMPS RM-40 (Ribbon Monitors) $4999 - original purchase price
Auricap Cap Upgrade $650
Special Limited Edition Dorn Dibble Cabinet $400
Outboard XO option (OXO) - $650
Cosmetically they are in fair to good condition - the cabinets have some dings, scratches, and marks from being mis-handled by movers, but sonically they are in excellent condition. The grill cloth has come loose in a couple of areas, but can be re-glued.
Gloss black RM-LRC - $400
Specifications -
Bass: 2x 6" WCF megawoofer, front reflex loaded
Mid: rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbon, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 250 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 35 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: 10.5"H x 32"W x 13"D, 50 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: - max. 1%THD fullrange/1W, max. 110+ dB SPL / 1 m
Again, cosmetically it's a little rough from being moved. It looks like it got slid across a rough surface on its top - many scratches.
Gloss black New Larger Subwoofer w/ Megawoofers - $400
Specifications:
Drivers: 15" WCF Megawoofer, 12" WCF Megawoofer, 15" Passive Radiator
Rec. xover range: 60 Hz - 250 Hz
Internal wiring: 12 gauge Monster Cable
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm, 92 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 600 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 17 Hz - 250 Hz +0/-3dB
Dimensions & Weight: 23"H x 32"W x 19"D, 138 lbs
Output levels and distortion: max. 0.5% 20 Hz to 250 Hz / 1 W, min. 115 dB SPL / 1m at 20 Hz & 2.5%THD
Again, cosmetically it's not in great shape, the whole left side is scraped up."
VMPS Smaller Subwoofer Pair Upgraded - (New Market, VA) $575
https://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-smaller-subwoofer-pair-upgraded-2015-11-14-speakers-21774-new-market-md (https://app.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-smaller-subwoofer-pair-upgraded-2015-11-14-speakers-21774-new-market-md)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=131809)
"Pair of VMPS smaller subwoofers with upgraded ultra-mega woofers and big bump passive radiators.. Grills no long fit because the surround on the woofer is so big, but will sit in place. Cabinets in good shape. Local pick up only. 3% for pay pal"
12 inch VMPS Bass Subwoofer Speaker - $295 (Clear Lake, MN)
http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ele/4187398811.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=91841)
"This is a 12" diameter in-home non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer." It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut top.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz.
This unit will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass really "rocks the house." "
VMPS RM-40 Speakers, RM-LRC, Larger Subwoofer - (Santa Barbara, CA) $3200, $400, & $400
http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/5391380202.html (http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/5391380202.html)
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132812)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132815)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132813)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132814)
"Gloss black RM-40 (Ribbon Monitor) speakers w/ outboard crossover - $3200
Specifications -
Bass: 10" WCF Megawoofer bass, 10" WCF midbass, 10" Passive Radiator
Mid: four rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: FST, 6.9 kHz - 30 kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 500 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 24 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: 66"H x 13"W x 17"D, 240 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: max. 1% THD fullrange / 1W, max. 115+ dB SPL / 1m
This particular pair of speakers (s/n 63646 & 63647) have had the following upgrades:
VMPS RM-40 (Ribbon Monitors) $4999 - original purchase price
Auricap Cap Upgrade $650
Special Limited Edition Dorn Dibble Cabinet $400
Outboard XO option (OXO) - $650
Cosmetically they are in fair to good condition - the cabinets have some dings, scratches, and marks from being mis-handled by movers, but sonically they are in excellent condition. The grill cloth has come loose in a couple of areas, but can be re-glued.
Gloss black RM-LRC - $400
Specifications -
Bass: 2x 6" WCF megawoofer, front reflex loaded
Mid: rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbon, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: FST, 6.9kHz - 30kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 250 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 35 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: 10.5"H x 32"W x 13"D, 50 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: - max. 1%THD fullrange/1W, max. 110+ dB SPL / 1 m
Again, cosmetically it's a little rough from being moved. It looks like it got slid across a rough surface on its top - many scratches.
Gloss black New Larger Subwoofer w/ Megawoofers - $400
Specifications:
Drivers: 15" WCF Megawoofer, 12" WCF Megawoofer, 15" Passive Radiator
Rec. xover range: 60 Hz - 250 Hz
Internal wiring: 12 gauge Monster Cable
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm, 92 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 600 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 17 Hz - 250 Hz +0/-3dB
Dimensions & Weight: 23"H x 32"W x 19"D, 138 lbs
Output levels and distortion: max. 0.5% 20 Hz to 250 Hz / 1 W, min. 115 dB SPL / 1m at 20 Hz & 2.5%THD
Again, cosmetically it's not in great shape, the whole left side is scraped up."
VMPS RM30 RARE! - (Oakland East, CA) $1400
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5449424216.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5449424216.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=137343)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=137344)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=137345)
"Rare VMPS RM30 hybrid planar magnetic speakers.
***STOP FLAGGING*** This is a legitimate sale. I am the original owner since new. LOCAL SALE ONLY!
I am the original owner of these speakers, which I purchased directly from Brian Cheney (VMPS). I have taken extremely good care of these speakers. I have had them for almost 10 years, and as you can tell from the pics, which I just took today, they have been properly maintained and not abused.
These were built with the following Factory Upgrades: Megawoofers, Soundcoat, CDWG, Auracap Crossovers, Analysis Plus internal wiring, etc., etc...
I would rate them a very strong 6-7.5, mostly due to age. The piano black finish is still in great condition (they've been wiped done once a week, religiously since the beginning), with some "very" light surface scratches, which can only be seen under a very direct bright light.
The bass and midbass drivers are in excellent condition, with the original damping putty still in place. (I've used these in an active system, which for the most part entirely bypasses the bass and midbass drivers. They've maybe seen two years of use.
The planar magnetic drivers and Aurum Cantus ribbbon tweeters are all in good working condition for their age. The planar magnetic drivers have been actively high passed at around 400hz, through a Lyngdorf room correction system for most of their lives.
These speakers are not perfect, although well loved, they are still used. I'm selling due to an upcoming move, and a need to move to a smaller system. They can be demoed locally. I will only sell to local buyers.
Price is reasonable best offer. This is not a fire sale, so low ballers will politely ignored. You're going to have a very hard time finding another set of RM30s anywhere.
Thanks for looking!"
BOUGHT!
Thanks for the heads up on the listing, now trying to be patient as I await shipment to the East Coast.
Awesome! Congratulations! :notworthy: I hope you enjoy them. Also, what gear do you plan on running them with?
My pleasure, glad that it worked out. Plus, shipping to the East Coast! I hope that wasn't too expensive? And it's nice to hear that a pair of VMPS speakers made it to my Coast too. It doesn't seem like many made it out here. :banghead:
Oh yea, Welcome to AC. Epic first post! :D
VMPS Passive Subwoofer Huge Heavy Very Deep Base - $300.00 (West Loop Chicago, Illinois)
http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/ele/4365932518.html
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Passive-Subwoofer-Huge-Heavy-Very-Deep-Base-/281281753019?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item417db2efbb
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=96092)
"1 VMPS Passive Subwoofer. Original cost $800+. Great condition with minor scratches here or there, but very beautiful.
- 12 inch front firing super-tight driver with huge cone
- 12 inch down firing passive radiator
- Light colored wood enclosure with gloss black top and black grille (grille not pictured)
Subwoofer is tuned by removing some of the "putty" that is on the passive radiator (down firing) driver cone. You can set it for super tight deep bass or long throw extended bass. Sound is incredible. This is the best "musical" passive subwoofer in my opinion. Not muddy sounding at all. Can be used for home theater systems as well.
For sale locally, no shipping."
...I haven't actually heard a set in person...
...but have been told I need to get some tube amps
Ultimate goal for the RM30s is to combine them with a set of RMXs someday down the road when space and budget allow.
VMPS 626 Jr SPEAKER 626jr speakers vmps626jr - (Canada - Vancouver) $1000 CA Dollars - $727 U.S.
http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5335453057.html (http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5335453057.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=133238)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=133239)
"Ribbon planar midrange speakers with great warmth and upgraded carbon fiber woofer for a nice deep tight punchy bass. Vmps626 jr Adjustable tweeter and mid cross-over. The crossover adjustments are in back as pic showes. Compact speaker or HUGE bookshelf? :) have receipt and box(only 1 , sorry)...FIRM"
VMPS Audio Subwoofers (2) stereo/HT - (Encinitas/San Diego, CA) $450
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/ele/5179583591.html (http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/ele/5179583591.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=126783)
"These were made in the late 90's and at the time were state of the art. They still sound amazing in their price range. Both are 8ohm 12' drivers in well built black cabinets, in good working condition. They can be driven with between 20-250 watts each. Included is an electronic crossover."
REPOST
VMPS RM/X Elixir Classic VMPS RM/X Piano Black with TRT caps and Silver Wire - (Las Vegas, NV) $6500
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/planars-vmps-rm-x-elixir-classic-vmps-rm-x-piano-black-with-trt-caps-and-silver-wire-2016-01-23-speakers-89178-las-vegas-nv (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/planars-vmps-rm-x-elixir-classic-vmps-rm-x-piano-black-with-trt-caps-and-silver-wire-2016-01-23-speakers-89178-las-vegas-nv)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=135870)
"Theses are in non smoking home/dealer visit my website www.vegasimageaudio.com and/or call 702-249-4592. These will be at RMAF Vegas Image Audio room 577 Atrium 5 if you'd like to hear and pick up in Denver. These won best of Show in 2003 and were a collaboration between the late Brian Cheney of VMPS fame and the late James Bonjiorno Ampzilla, Gas fame. There were only 17 pairs made and weigh in at 385 lbs each. I will send pics and buyer responsible for all paypal and shipping charges please no low ball offers as I will not respond. I can deliver within 250 miles of Las Vegas and/or 250 miles of Denver RMAF. I can send pics on request these were serviced by Brian Cheney himself and have all upgrades plus a new carbon fiber woofer."
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=135871)
SHOW COMMENTS
"Walking into the Vegas Image Audio room made one thing obvious. Roy Insco brought the toys with him. He brought all the toys with him. Looming over the room like Darth Vader’s stereo was one of only seventeen pairs of the hallowed VMPS RM/X Elixir. The masterpiece of the late Brian Cheney, with input from the late James Bongiorno, the RM/X was the belle of the ball more than a decade ago. Unlike so many fashionable speakers, though, the RM/X has aged very well. A half-dozen of the dearly missed Monsoon planar elements line up the front of a curved baffle. A flexible ribbon tweeter tops the pile. The base is bass, with big ass drivers and big ass passive radiators. The whole shebang may look like it belongs in Darth Vader’s bachelor pad, but the sound is wholly modern, nimble, and full. As far as unobtanium goes, these things are the audio equivalent of a supercharged Cord 812. You can’t have them. You’re just not cool enough to have them. The other stuff in the room? That’s fine. You’re cool enough to have them...
...I honestly forgot to keep notes about what we were listening to here. So did Kirsten. I remember that it was jazz, that it was familiar, and that I had to sit down. This was a system that specialized in palpability. Piano came across as natural, with no timing errors, and no shortage of proper resonance. It was very close to what I always imagined I’d find in a mythical SET-powered SoundLab. In other words, it was probably worth the cash."
REPOST & PRICE DROP! Get 'em while they last! - $5000
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/planars-vmps-rm-x-elixir-classic-vmps-rm-x-piano-black-with-trt-caps-and-silver-wire-2016-03-02-speakers-89178-las-vegas-nv (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/planars-vmps-rm-x-elixir-classic-vmps-rm-x-piano-black-with-trt-caps-and-silver-wire-2016-03-02-speakers-89178-las-vegas-nv)
WANTED 2 Neo panels.
Man, I want those RM/X so badly! If only they were a little closer to MA.
It pains me to tell you this and I will only do so if you promise me right of first refusal if you offer to sell someday, but I was in contact with the seller on those Elixirs. Shipping to Philadelphia was only like $750. Not great, but not bad all things considered.
Man, I want those RM/X so badly! If only they were a little closer to MA.
Man, I want those RM/X so badly! If only they were a little closer to MA.
I have heard these MANY times, including the night Brian tuned them for Roy.
Great Sounding, and with w TRUE Free Swinging Tweeter. In fact the FST Tweeter name came from the RM/x.
Just bought these behemoths
Ding, Ding, Ding...!!! We have a Winner...!!! :o :o :beer: :drool: :drool:
CONGRATULATIONS!!! :D
Roy is driving them up personally to my house in Boise this Sunday. What a guy.
Roy is driving them up personally to my house in Boise this Sunday. What a guy.
Congrats!
Sorry messed that last post up
Congrats!I have a pair of pass labs XA 100.5 monos. A pair of Jeff Roland 525 monos. And a pair of Ncore 400 monos.
Roy is good people! You'll enjoy his company. Roy's wife Donna is gourmet cook, and they are fantastic hosts. They put up a couple musician friends for CES that played in VMPS live/reproduced demos.
I think Roy passes right through Logan Utah traveling to/from your place. I'll contact him and see if he can visit. You're welcome to visit anytime. Images of my latest sound room mods coming next week when camera arrives.
What amp drives your new X? Brian over stated sensitivity about the same as the industry average. The main item is VMPS eat current like it's going out of style. In that regard the X may be worse than VMPS average. Lots of drivers, lots of mid bass, etc, etc. I suspect X impedance drops quite low, w/difficult phase angles.
Congrats!Here they are set up in my room. Still tweaking them. Bass and mids are great. Highs seem to be missing some "air" compa
Sorry messed that last post up
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red to my Magnepan 3.7s and Janszen Za 2.1s.
NC400s running Mids and tweeter. Rowland 525s on bass.
Here they are set up in my room. Still tweaking them. Bass and mids are great. Highs seem to be missing some "air" compared to my Magnepan 3.7s and Janszen Za 2.1s.
NC400s running Mids and tweeter. Rowland 525s on bass.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=138657)I have tried adjusting them and even turned the tweeter level up all the way. They just seem recessed in volume. You can place your ear directly against them with the speakers say 90db and barely hear them.
That would be unusual (missing air) in the RM/x.
Remember the FST (free swinging tweeter) needs to be adjusted (angled) toward your listening position.
Missing or reticent highs might be a symptom of that angle being less than perfect.
I believe you will need an allen wrench to loosen the FST and make the adjustment and then tighten again.
I have tried adjusting them and even turned the tweeter level up all the way. They just seem recessed in volume. You can place your ear directly against them with the speakers say 90db and barely hear them.
They are crossed 2nd order @ 8k Hz or possibly higher, presumably a normal application for that driver.
I can not even remember what is the active woofer complement for the X. Refresh my memory.
Titaniumheads,Thanks so much for all the feedback. I tried two things that Roy suggested that really helped. Before, I had the Ncores on the mids and tweeter and the Rowland on the Bass. I had tried the Ncores on the bass prior and they were not as effective as the Rowland. Also one time the left Ncore shut down for a few seconds while playing a loud passage. Roy said he suspected a problem with my Ncore amps and had me jumper them and just use the Rowlands for both. He also had me move the selectors back and forth a bunch of times as he had never done that prior. That helped immensely. In my frustration Prior I ripped off the foam from the tweeters thinking that was the culprit even though Roy told me not to. Now I need to find where to get some of that. Mcmasters does not have it in their catalog. I will get deoxit as suggested and remove the sub for access. I will have to say that of all the money I have spent on audio these make me feel like I have climbed thru the Rabbit hole and found an exit.
IIRC the best access to the L-pads is to remove the side firing 12", which is more difficult that one might think without seeing them. Upon request via PM I'll forward my phone.
If there is any question about performance, the first thing I'd do is buy a can of Caig DeOxit Gold 5% or 10%, get to the L-pads internally, and spray the you know what out of the resistor winding while sweeping the knob back and forth like your life depends on it. The L-pads are about 20 years old now.
The FST tweeter of the RM/x crossed at 6.9K.
Some (especially the new owner) might like this page (snap shot) of the RM/x back in the day.
CLICK HERE (http://wayback.archive.org/web/20050204175945/http://vmpsaudio.com/rmx.htm)
In my frustration Prior I ripped off the foam from the tweeters thinking that was the culprit even though Roy told me not to. Now I need to find where to get some of that.
VMPS Tower 2 Special Edition - Local Pick - (Chicago, IL) $888
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2016-01-30-speakers-60601-chicago-il (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2016-01-30-speakers-60601-chicago-il)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=136198)
"A nice pair traded in all original. The foam may need to be replaced but wanted to show an example of a really nice unit of this age. Very nice sound for low price."
Those last posted ST/R are pretty old, among the first of the SE series for that model. The indicator is a clone (Taiwan IIRC) of the original Japanese JVC planar super tweeter, and very close in performance. After the JVC clone, in sequence, came the Foster planar super tweeter (all black), and after that I can not remember.
If those ST function well, buy them. For that price they are awesome, extremely close to 20 Hz bass w/power up the whazoo. The caps might even be OK. Replace the L pads.
I love the history lessons James! Please feel free to continue as much as desired! :thumb: Thanks!
VMPS QSR 626 - One Speaker Used As Center - (Independence, Missouri) $250 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172123794416?rmvSB=true (http://www.ebay.com/itm/172123794416?rmvSB=true)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=138638)
"VMPS QSR 626 speaker. Single speaker. Used as center center. Seems to work very well. Paypal only. US bidders only."
Don't encourage me, I'll never get anything done around here!
The original Japanese JVC planar super tweeters are absolutely awesome, even by today's standards (for the top octave, they fall off rapidly <5k Hz...we had the FR graph at one time, they go above 20k), outperforming every later VMPS super tweeter except the RIBBON. Every true ribbon (one exception) has a transformer because the diaphragm is pure metal w/ultra low impedance. No transformer is a PLANAR w/diaphragm comprising a metal-coating over a non-metallic/usually polymer substrate. The JVC outperforms even the much later spiral tweeter which is either a direct replacement or a clone of the old Genesis.
Only one ribbon I can think of employed no transformer, a British ribbon in Brian's huge and uber costly tower in the early/mid 80s. The brand name escapes me and it's load impedance was <1 Ohm. It was impossible to drive alone, required multiples wired in series. I think Brian used 4 of them.
VMPS super tweeters in descending performance sequence:
- FST w/transformer
- Original JVC planar ("JVC" stencil on magnet, tossup between JVC and Philips, former sweeter and more musical, latter a little more detailed and dynamic but higher distortion)
- Philips large black planar (just remembered this one, came after the JVC clones, very nice, less sensitivity and output than FST, sound improved with wave guides removed but looks drop from very nice to very not nice)
- Taiwan JVC clone planar, looks very similar but "Taiwan" stencil on magnet, a little less refined sounding, likely similar performance to later Black Foster planar and later still spiral planar tweeter, but all three sound a little different
Strathern ribbons?
Strathern ribbons?
Yes, thank you. My google search failed. That was the best sounding of all VMPS Ribbons, but again, very difficult with which to work.
Would have loved to try the Strathearn ribbon panels, but cannot find them anywhere anymore.
Did Brian ever build a design using Strathearn drivers? Plus, didn't Brian have the U.S. import rights for the Strathearn ribbons? Or was that Dr. Michael Alan Marks, aka, the 'infamous' Magic Marsky? He built the QRS/Magnepan hybrid that I pictured in my previous post.
Here's another brochure of a classic VMPS speaker - Widerange Ribbon. I first heard these at Clark Johnsen's huge loft (store) by the waterfront in Boston. They were awesome and massive. It was quite an experience.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=62869)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=62873)
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Very nice! Good job!
How many ribbons? I can't read the spec sheet, even maximum size and brightness? Looks like six in the image. Six x .35 Ohm each is still only 2.1 Ohm in the mid range, a brutal load for most amps. As per industry norm, the "3.0 Ohm Minimum" is a little, shall we say, optimistic. Explains Brian's affection for the Eagle 7A and latter the Plinius SA250 mkIV (about 150 lbs, 250Wpc Class A).
When I'm wrong, I go all out! JVC super tweeter, dual 8s not 6.5s, and dual 12s in the tower. Each baffle section holding the 8s and 12s is offset IFO the main baffle holding the JVC super tweeter and the ribbons. The baffle looked busy.
I have one of these brochures and could scan it if there is interest.
The specs read:
Midrange/Treble: 5/16" x 130" ribbon element, side-by-side traces, radiation height 69"
Supertreble: 3/16" x 2 1/4" ribbon
-Gary
Extrapolating the math, looking at Brian's well done sketch and HP's design, each Strathearn ribbon is an estimated 12" tall. 69" alleged total ribbon radiating height/12" = 5.75, and it looks like six panels in Brian's diagram.
I read elsewhere the Strathearn presents a load impedance of .35 Ohm, which x6 in series = 2.1, 30% lower than Brian's "3 Ohm" spec. My Hypex nCore Stereo NC400 could easily drive that load, but no other amp I ever heard of that weighs 8 lbs, cost <$1500 USD, and idles @ 4W.
I found this on another Forum. From Big B himself.
"...the Widerange Ribbons. Their minimum impedance was 3.5 Ohms, not a bad load. We did not employ the Strathearn transformers, but used ballast resistors instead to bring up the impedance."
What was the sensitivity of the Strathhearn ribbon?
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5493915472.html
BRAND NEW "VMPS" RM 30 Cabinets - $600 (hercules, pinole, san pablo, el sob)
$600 a pair for vmps rm30 cabinets(new in box) birch or Piano black finish $600 a pair. Great for the DIY'er. Pat
show contact info
I also have dipoles and LRC's all new some used available at a reduced price. Buy one or all. Thanks Pat M. RM30's are not shown in picture(only towers and LRC's) I have the rm30 cabinets in their original boxes ,wrapped and brand new.
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5494196030.html
RM 60 WINGS Macasser ebony finish - $2800 (hercules, pinole, san pablo, el sob)
I have one pair of VMPS rm60 Wings missing tweeter (free swinging $134.00 ea.) includes bases for $2800. I also have two new unbuilt wings(one black,one macasser ebony) for an additional $1200. These are consumer electronics show award winning ribbon monitors. Best speaker under $10,000. Look it up. I bought the remains from the factory(VMPS) in El Sobrante. I have rm 30's,towers,dipoles,lrc's and more. all in need of assembly. EXCEPT these working rm 60's.
I have one of these brochures and could scan it if there is interest.Gary, I'd appreciate if you could scan your Widerange Ribbon brochure. I can't seem to find mine at the moment and it appears that my scan from a few years ago didn't turn out too well after uploading.
The specs read:
Midrange/Treble: 5/16" x 130" ribbon element, side-by-side traces, radiation height 69"
Supertreble: 3/16" x 2 1/4" ribbon
-Gary
Gary, I'd appreciate if you could scan your Widerange Ribbon brochure. I can't seem to find mine at the moment and it appears that my scan from a few years ago didn't turn out too well after uploading.
It was such an incredible speaker. The time I heard them at Clark's place left a lasting impression. The absolute scale they projected was massive in the same way that the Sonus Faber Extrema projected tremendous scale for a large standmount. In Clark's huge loft space, singers appeared as 10 foot genies coming out of their lamp. Never heard anything come close, in terms of scale, since.
I bought the other pair that Clark had sans space boxes as part of a trade-in. Two weeks later, Lionel G (who later joined SimAudio) helped me cart them back to Montreal in a rental van. They were so heavy! Unfortunately, got them home and they didn't work. Called Brian. There was no way to fix them. I think he said there were only 8 pairs of the WRII. I recall him saying the ribbon was unreliable. He was decent about it...he gave me a credit towards another pair of speakers.
Nice to see this thread and forum still going.
VMPS RM-40 Speakers, RM-LRC, Larger Subwoofer - (Santa Barbara, CA) $3200, $400, & $400
http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/5391380202.html (http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/5391380202.html)
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/5340854135.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=132812)
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Gloss black RM-40 (Ribbon Monitor) speakers w/ outboard crossover - $3200
Specifications -
Bass: 10" WCF Megawoofer bass, 10" WCF midbass, 10" Passive Radiator
Mid: four rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: FST, 6.9 kHz - 30 kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: 500 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: 24 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: 66"H x 13"W x 17"D, 240 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: max. 1% THD fullrange / 1W, max. 115+ dB SPL / 1m
This particular pair of speakers (s/n 63646 & 63647) have had the following upgrades:
VMPS RM-40 (Ribbon Monitors) $4999 - original purchase price
Auricap Cap Upgrade $650
Special Limited Edition Dorn Dibble Cabinet $400
Outboard XO option (OXO) - $650
Cosmetically they are in fair to good condition - the cabinets have some dings, scratches, and marks from being mis-handled by movers, but sonically they are in excellent condition. The grill cloth has come loose in a couple of areas, but can be re-glued.
VMPS 15" WOOFER SUPERTOWER II /R - (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) $80 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181884288521?rmvSB=true (http://www.ebay.com/itm/181884288521?rmvSB=true)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=140119)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=128735)
"15" SUB WOOFERS (PAIR) FOR THE SUPERTOWER II/R AND OTHER VMPS SPEAKERS. THESE HAVE BEEN REFOAMED AND ARE READY TO GO."
12 inch VMPS Bass Subwoofer Speaker - $295 (Clear Lake, MN)
http://stcloud.craigslist.org/ele/4187398811.html
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=91841)
"This is a 12" diameter in-home non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer." It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut top.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz.
This unit will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass really "rocks the house." "
VMPS 626 Jr SPEAKER 626jr speakers vmps626jr - (Canada - Vancouver) $1000 CA Dollars - $727 U.S.
http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5335453057.html (http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5335453057.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=133238)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=133239)
"Ribbon planar midrange speakers with great warmth and upgraded carbon fiber woofer for a nice deep tight punchy bass. Vmps626 jr Adjustable tweeter and mid cross-over. The crossover adjustments are in back as pic showes. Compact speaker or HUGE bookshelf? :) have receipt and box(only 1 , sorry)...FIRM"
VMPS RM-1 speakers - (Santa Rosa, CA) $750
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/5212821230.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/5212821230.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=127741)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=127742)
"Modified RM-1 towers in excellent condition. Comes with 2 extra planar midrange units for future repairs. Biampable, adjustable mid and tweeter levels. Incredible sound and awesome bass. Had the stock woofers replaced with expensive Peerless units and had the system re-tuned by Mike at Soundscape (speaker designer). Bought for $650 used (great deal at the time) and spent $700 modifying properly. I have 12 pairs of speakers total (all kinds) and need to thin the herd. These are the only ones of real value and need the money for kids college."
VMPS TOWER II LOUDSPEAKERS - (CHELMSFORD, MA) $750
http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ele/5477820807.html (http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ele/5477820807.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=138549)
"VMPS TOWER II LOUDSPEAKERS BY ITONE AUDIO, CA.--HIGHLY EFFICIENT SPEAKERS--GENUINE WALNUT VENEER WITH SNAP OUT BAFFLE COVERS--50"H X 21.5W X 17D--POWER REQUIREMENTS 20-300W RMS--12" SUBWOOFER, 12" LOW BASS WOOFER, 5" MIDRANGE, TWO FRONT TWEETERS ONE TOP TWEETER. SPEAKERS WERE PURCHASED NEW BY PRESENT OWNER AND HAVE HAD ONE IN HOME FACTORY UPGRADE."
VMPS LRC Prototype - (Walnut Creek, California - San Francisco Bay Area) $800
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5050756719.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5050756719.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=122082)
"LCR Tower Prototype...Like NEW
VMPS design philosophy covers what many experienced listeners desire from high-fidelity loudspeakers. "CES Winner in High-End Audio"
Specifications:
LOWS - 2 x 6" Woofer front loaded
MIDS - Rectangular 4 x 8" Neo ribbon producing 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
HIGHS - Neo FF Tweeter
Impedance and Sensitivity - 4 Ohm 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 250 Watts RMS @ 4 Ohms
Frequency response: - 35 Hz - 23 kHz
Dimensions and Weight: - 10.5" H x 32"W x 13"D and 50 lbs
Finished in Black Oak with black clothe grills
MSRP: $950.00 each
Just 800 for the pair!!!"
VMPS Tower 2 Special Edition - Local Pick - (Chicago, IL) $888
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2016-01-30-speakers-60601-chicago-il (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-tower-2-special-edition-local-pick-2016-01-30-speakers-60601-chicago-il)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=136198)
"A nice pair traded in all original. The foam may need to be replaced but wanted to show an example of a really nice unit of this age. Very nice sound for low price."
VMPS TOWER II LOUDSPEAKERS - (CHELMSFORD, MA) $750
http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ele/5477820807.html (http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ele/5477820807.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=138549)
"VMPS TOWER II LOUDSPEAKERS BY ITONE AUDIO, CA.--HIGHLY EFFICIENT SPEAKERS--GENUINE WALNUT VENEER WITH SNAP OUT BAFFLE COVERS--50"H X 21.5W X 17D--POWER REQUIREMENTS 20-300W RMS--12" SUBWOOFER, 12" LOW BASS WOOFER, 5" MIDRANGE, TWO FRONT TWEETERS ONE TOP TWEETER. SPEAKERS WERE PURCHASED NEW BY PRESENT OWNER AND HAVE HAD ONE IN HOME FACTORY UPGRADE."
The RM30 Series 2
If they're Series II, where are the CDWGs?
The sellers description was copied directly "From the website", from the old VMPS site. So, the speakers may or may not be Series II's. Still, some nice opens being included.
I think the 30s outperform the 40s, auditioned next to each several times in Brian's LEDE sound room.I think Brian also said or implied this on occasion. OTOH, several frequent posters at AC (John Casler, Tyson) have stated that the RM40 was the "sweet spot" of the VMPS lineup.
I think Brian also said or implied this on occasion. OTOH, several frequent posters at AC (John Casler, Tyson) have stated that the RM40 was the "sweet spot" of the VMPS lineup.
VMPS Super Tower III - (Naples, Florida) $3500
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-/121930075545?hash=item1c63994d99:g:v4wAAOSwyjBW7eqx (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-/121930075545?hash=item1c63994d99:g:v4wAAOSwyjBW7eqx)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=139518)
"Up for Auction is a pair of VMPS Super Tower III speakers in Natural Oak. These sound incredible and I will miss them very much. The grills are in good shape the right tower is scratched on the outside, but they sound great. The Focal T120 tweeters still work great but need re-foaming. Kits available on ebay for 18.00. Aside from that they work great and will be listening to them until the bitter end. I strongly suggest local pickup. I will arrange for freight at cost after the sale. If you want them freighted to you I will have them on pallets and ready for pickup. Buyer will pay the freight directly, otherwise local pickup. I am selling because we are moving into a house that will not allow me to listen to them as they should be ........nice and loud. I will consider trades for something smaller like a nice pair of Paradigms or similar. Or really nice guitar. Pictures coming as soon as I can bring myself to take them. I have been in the Audio business for 20 years, and I know of no speaker that sounds close for the asking price. The closet thing to these I have set up were a pair of Focal Grand Utopias 2003 vintage."
Question: Does ebay allow for trades? I don't know how that'd work...???
James wrote:
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What the 30s need is to toss the dual 6.5PRs (easily bottom out) and replace with one 15" side firing PR. Classic PR math: 2x active driver area = PR area (see the award winning GoldenEar Audio range, and Brian's first series of the IIa/R w/dual 15PR).
And if you do this, place both PRs on the same side, do not mirror image: the less is driver symmetry in the bass range the less are bass mode effects (see TAS 2015 Product of the Year distributed bass array)"
James-
I converted my RM-30M to the series II. The bottom firing PRs gone, holes plugged with 3/4 inch plywood sealed with an incredibly sticky 3m automotive product. The side woofers gone replaced with PRs.
You say not the speakers should not be mirrored. My side PRs fire toward the center. Should I have the firing outbound instead? I recall reading somewhere Brian recommended inward firing for short wall, smallish room installations. The room in 12.5 x 15 x 9, acoustically treated with of 703 panels
Here's the setup I have now. RM2s with PR upgrade from John C, custom maple bases, refinished cabinets and reupholstered grilles. RM30s that I got from the listing here. Alpha tri traps from GIK then the artwork is all acoustic panels that I built myself with supplies from GIK and Guilford Fabric along with a Merimekko wall hanging as a cover for the big acoustic panel.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=141645)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=141646)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=141647)
These are sold. I purchased them on Saturday. The ad wasnt exactly correct in that ALL drivers and passives need refoamed but over all good condition and decent price. Look to them being a nice project and actually listening to them in the near future.
VMPS SUB N DENON POA 6600 - (Santa Clara, CA) $500
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/ele/5475702486.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/ele/5475702486.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=138452)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=138453)
"For sale is a vmps sub with piano black lacquer finish with a denon POA6600 amp to drive it. Both are working perfectly. The sub is the larger sub model with a 15" n 12" active woofers plus a 15 mass tune passive radiator. It also has the carbon woofer option."
VMPS RM30 Floorstanding Speakers - (Seattle, Washington) $2995
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/ele/5541119126.html (http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/ele/5541119126.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=141373)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=141376)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=141375)
"From the website:
The RM30 Series 2 is a Seven driver 110 pound column speaker with 3 wide range ribbon midranges (280-6.9K response) and one FST ribbon tweeter (6.9k-30K response) These drivers have 1/20th the mass of the cones and domes that most speakers use. Planars offer amazing low level resolution detail and transparency. Couple the ribbons to two custom built 6" megawoofers with 5 pound magnets and 4 layer voice coils for fast detailed bass. The 10 inch side firing passive bass radiator extends response and output to 26Hz.
The mirror-imaged L-R speakers are reversible, allowing the 10" passive radiators to fire either inward or outward to maximize the averaging of room modes. We generally recommend:
· Smaller rooms &/or short sidewall spacing = basses face inward
· Larger rooms &/or long sidewall spacing = basses face outward
The RM 30 is a speaker that can match the dynamic capabilities of competent horns, the immediacy of electrostatics and planar-magnetics, and the fine detailing and imaging of the best dynamic designs. -- Positive Feedback
The RM30′s are extremely flexible of placement, including touching the back wall if necessary.
In addition to the information above, these speakers have the following upgrades:
Rosewood Exterior
Upgraded Capacitors (Auricaps)
Sound Coat Vibration Damping
Mega Woofer Option
External Crossovers
Super Tweeter (placement can be changed from back)
Specifications:
Bass -- 2x 16 cm (6″) WCF midbass, 1x 25cm (10″) Passive Radiator
Mid -- three rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8″) Neo ribbons, 280 Hz -- 6.9 kHz
Treble -- FST, 6.9 kHz -- 30 kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity -- 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 93 dB/1W/1m
Power handling -- 400W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response -- 26 Hz -- 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight -- 122H x 18W x 49D cm, 50kg (48″H x 7″W x 19″D cm, 110 lbs)
Output levels and distortion -- max. 1% THD fullrange / 1W, max. 115+ dB SPL/1m
Finishes -- standard lite oak, dark oak, MLS rosewood, macassar ebony.
Original price $5500.00. Excellent condition. No trades. Note: these speakers are beautiful - they look as good as they sound, and they sound as good as they look. The pictures, I'm afraid, do not do them justice. At all."
REPOST - $3500
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-/121961834374?hash=item1c657de786:g:FHwAAOSw~oFXFm0N (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-/121961834374?hash=item1c657de786:g:FHwAAOSw~oFXFm0N)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=141574)
VMPS RM2 Tower Ribbon Monitors Speakers in Black Gloss - Audiophile - (San Diego, California) $2000 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-RM2-Tower-Ribbon-Monitors-Speakers-in-Black-Gloss-Audiophile-/262475317507?hash=item3d1cbf8103:g:YOcAAOSwuhhXWGF~ (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-RM2-Tower-Ribbon-Monitors-Speakers-in-Black-Gloss-Audiophile-/262475317507?hash=item3d1cbf8103:g:YOcAAOSwuhhXWGF~)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=144592)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=144593)
"A very rare pair of monitors for sale. These are rated at 200 watts each. Both in very good condition, both sound perfect. A couple small blemishes. Offering these for local pick up."
I saw the dimpled "Dynaribbon" mid range panels in Super Tower/R, but the image above is the first I can recall seeing the Dynaribbon in the Tower II.
That "$20k" price mentioned above for ST III is just nuts. They were only about $4k maximum.
I'm curious about these. Are the drivers original VMPS stock, or something aftermarket? Just not sure, as Brian was constantly tweaking and updating designs.
VMPS Speakers and Tall Boy Subwoofer - (Dover DE) $3500
http://delaware.craigslist.org/ele/5716834898.html (http://delaware.craigslist.org/ele/5716834898.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=148054)
"Due to a move to a smaller home i must sale my vmps speakers. You must hear them the best soundimg pair of speakers you will ever own they will come with the tall boy subwoofer to. I will also take a smaller pair of speakers and cash as i will need something to listen to. Thank you."
VMPS RM40 Speakers in great shape - (Portland, OR) $2000
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/ele/5693270623.html (http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/ele/5693270623.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=147471)
"Asking Price: $2,200.00 New Retail Price: $4,600.00
Amazing pair of VMPs RM40 speakers in excellent condition."
Do you think the 10" blew from being over powered or was the amp over driven (clipping)?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331923923304 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/331923923304) Dipole Surrounds
These are up to a whopping $310. Damn if I had a house, I would get these. I hope someone on this board is stealing these.
VMPS 12" WOOFER DRIVERS FOR VMPS SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS - (Florence, Massachusetts) $75.00 BIN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-12-WOOFER-DRIVERS-FOR-VMPS-SUBWOOFER-SPEAKERS-/201575503082?hash=item2eeed614ea:g:WVsAAOSwKfVXJ82G (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-12-WOOFER-DRIVERS-FOR-VMPS-SUBWOOFER-SPEAKERS-/201575503082?hash=item2eeed614ea:g:WVsAAOSwKfVXJ82G)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=142323)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=142324)
"Pair Of 12" Woofers From Large Pair Of VMPS Subwoofers.
8 Ohms.
Drivers Need Refoaming, Coils Are Good."
VMPS RM-40 Ribbon Monitor Floor Standing Speaker Pair - Dibble Cabinets - (Los Angeles, CA) $2695
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649294486-vmps-rm40-ribbon-monitor-floor-standing-speaker-pair-dibble-cabinets/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649294486-vmps-rm40-ribbon-monitor-floor-standing-speaker-pair-dibble-cabinets/)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=149093)
""The speakers were so impressive that they moved at least one judge to tears." - Tech TV
With the VMPS Ribbon Monitor 40 we set a new standard for quality, value, and the latest technology wrapped into one slim, elegant package.
This 109 kg, 168 cm tall floorstanding speaker boasts the 25cm Woven Carbon Fiber Megawoofer lowbass and 25cm WCF midbass in a symmetrical array with four 20cm Neodymium midrange ribbon panels (280 Hz to 7 kHz) and one Free Swinging Tweeter (flat to 25 kHz) in a column only 32 cm wide and 43 cm deep. Thin dimensions and full driver symmetry guarantee pinpoint imaging and a soundstage both wide and deep, with layering and detail that is simply breathtaking. Cabinetry is 38 mm thick MDF baffles (plus 28 mm sides and top) treated with Soundcoat for 10 dB less panel vibration. The result is 24 Hz bass with ultraclean 115 dB/1m output levels at an unprecedented low price for such achievement.
There are three ways to operate the RM 40, so-called because of its 40 inch vertical ribbon mid/tweeter array. The first is full range, with a single amplifier as a source. The system presents a steady 4 Ohm load, resistive above 166Hz, with 90dB/1W sensitivity and enormous output and dynamic range. Second, more ambitious audiophiles can easily switch the system to the biamp/biwire configuration and run a separate bass amp through the speaker’s passive bass and mid/treble crossovers which, by the way, consist of all premium parts such as Axon polypropylene caps and hi-Q Erse 14 gauge laminated core inductors. The third option is biamping with the passive bass crossover removed, an outboard 24 dB/octave electronic crossover driving the separate bass amp, and a second amp running the ribbon panels through their builtin 6 and 12 dB filters.
No matter if your tastes run to high-end Music or Home Theater, once you have heard the sheer responsiveness and velocity of our unique handbuilt woofers, exclusive high efficiency Neo ribbon midranges and spiral ribbon tweeters, you won’t want to go back to dynamic speakers regardless of price.
The RM 40 was the centerpiece of our 2002 Consumer Electronics Show demonstration room which won “Best of CES” from TechTV, the media arm of the Electronics Industry Association, host of the Show. The RM 40 won as best High End Audio product in a field of 261 exhibitors (of all High End products, not just speakers, although our competitors in that regard all ran 5 to 20 times our price) with 35 total products nominated. A field of 26 judges canvassed the Show for winners, giving VMPS the nod in High End Audio.
Inspite of stiff competition the final vote was unanimous for the RM 40 as Best Product.
Includes:
This Specific Model includes: Dorne Dibble Cabinet Upgrade, OXO Outboard Cross-Over.
Gloss Black paint is NOT exceptional, but the SOUND is."
I know a fellow looking for a pair of 626R's if anyone has, or sees some for sale.
May be a possibility?
http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5771475963.html (http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/ele/5771475963.html)
"VMPS 626 Jr SPEAKER's - $1000 ($757 USD) (Chinatown - Vancouver, Canada)
Ribbon planar midrange speakers with great warmth and upgraded carbon fiber woofer for a nice deep tight punchy bass. Vmps626 jr Adjustable tweeter and mid cross-over. The crossover adjustments are in back as pic shows. Compact speaker or HUGE bookshelf? :) have receipt and box(only 1box , sorry)...FIRM"
VMPS LARGERSUB with Megawoofers, Light Oak - (Green Bay, Wisconsin) $349.99
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-LARGERSUB-with-Megawoofers-Light-Oak-/112066390984?hash=item1a17ad6bc8:g:-00AAOSwqfNXkqFj (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-LARGERSUB-with-Megawoofers-Light-Oak-/112066390984?hash=item1a17ad6bc8:g:-00AAOSwqfNXkqFj)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=147274)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=147275)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=147276)
"Call with any questions (920)494-8999 or 'contact us' at hifiheaven.net
Check out and "like" our FACEBOOK page for great deals and news!!
PREOWNED - LIGHT OAK
VMPS LARGERSUB with Megawoofers
The Passive radiator has tear in surround that has been glued"
VMPS RM-30M Floorstanding Speakers - (Los Angeles, CA) $1695
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649294849-vmps-rm30m-floorstanding-speakers/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649294849-vmps-rm30m-floorstanding-speakers/)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=149094)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=149095)
"This offering is the RM-30M, with the 10" side firing woofer
"The RM 30 is a speaker that can match the dynamic capabilities of competent horns, the immediacy of electrostatics and planar-magnetics, and the fine detailing and imaging of the best dynamic designs." - Positive Feedback
RM30 is 50 cm (20") deep, but can be placed directly against a back wall if needed. The FST, Soundcoat and 10" Megawoofer are all standard. M and C versions are exactly the same except for the M's sidefiring woofers. The large cabinet of the C version provides good quality bass flat to 39 Hz from the four 16 cm WCF woofers. The M version cuts off at 32 Hz. The RM30 uses three 2.4 Ohm midrange panels wired in series. The FST is at the top of the column. The C version is a true line source, the M series is a slight departure with its side-firing woofer. The active 16 cm is a specially developed WCF 16 cm Megawoofer. They offer higher power handling, cleaner sound and have the ability of not bottoming out no matter how hard they are driven.
The RM30's are extremely flexible of placement, including touching the back wall if necessary.
VMPS RM30 M & C versions
This loudspeaker answers the requests from audiophiles since early 2002 for a speaker priced between, & more attractive than the RM2 & RM40. Its premium blending of price, performance, flexibility, & cosmetic beauty promises more than anything currently available.
· Price includes Free Swinging Tweeter & SoundCoat.
· Performance: maximum output just below the RM40 combined w/a new reference in staging, imaging, musicality, nearfield listening, & disappearing qualities.
· Flexibility: the standard C model has bass extension in the high 30s. The M version (additional 10”side firing MW, same cabinet) extends to the high 20s & has a feature to minimize bass modes. Details on both versions below.
· Cosmetic Beauty: at 20cm wide it’s the narrowest VMPS ever & 5 cm narrower than the 626R standmount. At 122 cm it’s only 8 cm above the RM2 and a perfect match for video monitors. Depth is a moderate 50 cm.
Driver Array: the sequence below matches the driver positions on the baffle, from the top down.
1. Standard FST tweeter, previously standard only at the RMX.
2. 3 vertical Neo mids.
3. Dual active 16 cm, the ideal diameter in the critical transition range, w/punchy, quick midbass.
Passive Radiators: tunable, down firing, slot & mass loaded (classic VMPS). The ultra-slim baffle requires dual 16 cm PRs (a VMPS first), mounted inline front to back. Mass adjustments are performed on both or only one PR (the front), providing finer & smoother tuning increments.
Woofer Options: apartment dwellers, persons with 1st octave room modes, persons desiring moderate bass extension, &/or persons already possessing a quality subwoofer will be pleased w/the C model’s high 30 Hz cutoff. The M model’s side-firing 25cm 80oz-magnet Megawoofer extends to the high 20 Hz range. The mirror-imaged L-R speakers are reversible, allowing the 25cm basses to fire either inward or outward to maximize the averaging of room modes, a'la RM/X. We generally recommend:
Includes:
Speakers and front grills.
Looking for local pick-up or can deliver to 50mi radius to Century City CA."
Custom Home speakers & 15 inch frames,6 inch cones - (San Francisco Bay Area, CA) $50 - $100
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5866927265.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5866927265.html)
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5866916532.html (http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/5866916532.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=153175)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=153176)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=153177)
"Yes $50 each for cabinets made by VMPS. Historically great quality at a fantastic price. Some drivers available...I have tons of VMPS stock left from the Factory."
VMPS RM 40 Speakers - $2100 (Corona/Inland Empire, CA) $2100
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5913937900.html (http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5913937900.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=155038)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=155039)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=155041)
"Selling a pair of Audiophile VMPS RM40 Floor standing Speakers in good condition. All drivers work perfectly. These are great sounding high end speakers with ribbon midrange drivers and tweeters. Vocals and instruments are clear, precise, with an incredible sound stage. Take a listen for yourself. Ready for audition. The speakers are very heavy and weigh 240 lbs. each with the following dimensions 66" tall x 17" deep x 12.5" wide."
Vintage VMPS smaller subwoofers sub - (Inland Empire, CA) $250
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5842512263.html (http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5842512263.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=153107)
"I have for sale a pair of VMPS passive subwoofers. These are in great condition and sound terrific. This is a 12" diameter non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer" It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut cabinets.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz. These will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass is really tight.
I had all the drivers (main and passive radiators) refoamed a few years ago by VMPS themselves. I removed the speakers from the cabinets and shipped them. The passive radiators are mounted in a "slot" at the bottom of the speaker cabinet. VMPS informed me that the bottom of the cabinet needed to be knocked off to access them, then screwed back on when replaced. I've shown the bottom with the screws in the pictures.
Asking $250
If the listing is up they are still available."
VMPS RM-30M Single CENTER Speaker - $375 (Century City/LA, CA) $375
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/5913980994.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/5913980994.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=155036)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=155035)
"Photo showing the Speaker on its side is the actual speaker.
Cabinet is Cherry.
This offering is a SINGLE RM-30M, with the 10" side firing woofer. Was used horizontally for a CENTER CHANNEL. There is NO BETTER Center for under $2000
Ribbon Tweeter, Planar Midrange Panels, Dual 6" woofers, Single 10 up-firing Woofer, and Passive Radiators.
Actual Speaker in HT Photo, placed horizontally, with 10" woofer firing UP.
Cherry finish Original retail $2500
Incredible Voice Clarity when used as a CENTER Speaker.
"The RM 30 is a speaker that can match the dynamic capabilities of competent horns, the immediacy of electrostatics and planar-magnetics, and the fine detailing and imaging of the best dynamic designs." - Positive Feedback
RM30 is 50 cm (20") deep, but can be placed directly against a back wall if needed. The FST, Soundcoat and 10" Megawoofer are all standard. M and C versions are exactly the same except for the M's sidefiring woofers. The large cabinet of the C version provides good quality bass flat to 39 Hz from the four 16 cm WCF woofers. The M version cuts off at 32 Hz. The RM30 uses three 2.4 Ohm midrange panels wired in series. The FST is at the top of the column. The C version is a true line source, the M series is a slight departure with its side-firing woofer. The active 16 cm is a specially developed WCF 16 cm Megawoofer. They offer higher power handling, cleaner sound and have the ability of not bottoming out no matter how hard they are driven.
The RM30's are extremely flexible of placement, including touching the back wall if necessary.
VMPS RM30 M & C versions
This loudspeaker answers the requests from audiophiles since early 2002 for a speaker priced between, & more attractive than the RM2 & RM40. Its premium blending of price, performance, flexibility, & cosmetic beauty promises more than anything currently available.
· Price includes Free Swinging Tweeter & SoundCoat.
· Performance: maximum output just below the RM40 combined w/a new reference in staging, imaging, musicality, nearfield listening, & disappearing qualities.
· Flexibility: the standard C model has bass extension in the high 30s. The M version (additional 10"side firing MW, same cabinet) extends to the high 20s & has a feature to minimize bass modes. Details on both versions below.
· Cosmetic Beauty: at 20cm wide it's the narrowest VMPS ever & 5 cm narrower than the 626R standmount. At 122 cm it's only 8 cm above the RM2 and a perfect match for video monitors. Depth is a moderate 50 cm.
Driver Array: the sequence below matches the driver positions on the baffle, from the top down.
1. Standard FST tweeter, previously standard only at the RMX.
2. 3 vertical Neo mids.
3. Dual active 16 cm, the ideal diameter in the critical transition range, w/punchy, quick midbass."
VMPS RM-40 Ribbon Monitor Floor Standing Speaker - (Century City/LA, CA) $2395
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/5913977938.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/5913977938.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=155037)
""The speakers were so impressive that they moved at least one judge to tears." - Tech TV
With the VMPS Ribbon Monitor 40 we set a new standard for quality, value, and the latest technology wrapped into one slim, elegant package.
This 109 kg, 168 cm tall floorstanding speaker boasts the 25cm Woven Carbon Fiber Megawoofer lowbass and 25cm WCF midbass in a symmetrical array with four 20cm Neodymium midrange ribbon panels (280 Hz to 7 kHz) and one Free Swinging Tweeter (flat to 25 kHz) in a column only 32 cm wide and 43 cm deep. Thin dimensions and full driver symmetry guarantee pinpoint imaging and a soundstage both wide and deep, with layering and detail that is simply breathtaking. Cabinetry is 38 mm thick MDF baffles (plus 28 mm sides and top) treated with Soundcoat for 10 dB less panel vibration. The result is 24 Hz bass with ultraclean 115 dB/1m output levels at an unprecedented low price for such achievement.
There are three ways to operate the RM 40, so-called because of its 40 inch vertical ribbon mid/tweeter array. The first is full range, with a single amplifier as a source. The system presents a steady 4 Ohm load, resistive above 166Hz, with 90dB/1W sensitivity and enormous output and dynamic range. Second, more ambitious audiophiles can easily switch the system to the biamp/biwire configuration and run a separate bass amp through the speaker's passive bass and mid/treble crossovers which, by the way, consist of all premium parts such as Axon polypropylene caps and hi-Q Erse 14 gauge laminated core inductors. The third option is biamping with the passive bass crossover removed, an outboard 24 dB/octave electronic crossover driving the separate bass amp, and a second amp running the ribbon panels through their builtin 6 and 12 dB filters.
No matter if your tastes run to high-end Music or Home Theater, once you have heard the sheer responsiveness and velocity of our unique handbuilt woofers, exclusive high efficiency Neo ribbon midranges and spiral ribbon tweeters, you won't want to go back to dynamic speakers regardless of price.
The RM 40 was the centerpiece of our 2002 Consumer Electronics Show demonstration room which won "Best of CES" from TechTV, the media arm of the Electronics Industry Association, host of the Show. The RM 40 won as best High End Audio product in a field of 261 exhibitors (of all High End products, not just speakers, although our competitors in that regard all ran 5 to 20 times our price) with 35 total products nominated. A field of 26 judges canvassed the Show for winners, giving VMPS the nod in High End Audio."
REPOST
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/5938324334.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/5938324334.html)
Stimpy,
You have been hard at it again,
I for one appreciate your dedication and effort.
Gary / Revg1952 (former VMPS dealer)
This Speaker is now SOLD :thumb:
I appreciate it because i'm in the market for a pair of supertower III's, so thanks
Repost & Price Drop
VMPS Tower 2 speakers Special Edition Local Pick up - (Chicago, Illinois) $777.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/311772935007?rmvSB=true (http://www.ebay.com/itm/311772935007?rmvSB=true)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=156304)
"A nice pair traded in all original. The foam may need to be replaced but wanted to show an example of a really nice unit of this age. Very nice sound for low price."
I sure don't consider 3/4 inch polydomes an 'upgrade'. :-)
VMPS LCR center channel ribbon speaker - (Duluth, Georgia) $399.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-LCR-center-channel-ribbon-speaker-/332132442504?hash=item4d54a2e188:g:PswAAOSwfVpYqlRD (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-LCR-center-channel-ribbon-speaker-/332132442504?hash=item4d54a2e188:g:PswAAOSwfVpYqlRD)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158209)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158210)
"For sale is a VMPS Center channel speaker with ribbon tweeters in great condition. It's a Full range speaker. It was part of my Home theater for some time. It has a very wide sweet spot and very fast and accurate sound for both Music and Movies. The speaker is very heavy. I prefer local pick-up in Atlanta. Please be mindful about the shipping charges. I will double box it and ship.
Additional Info:
I was digging up my old email and found this description about the speaker:
VMPS LRC center Speaker w/ FST soundcoat & megawoofers"
New home. Thanks for the post.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=159331)
Sorry to go a bit OT but...hey Pete, is that a sub in the corner to the right of the right RM30 or is it a bass trap?
In my opinion the LRC is one of the BEST Center channel speakers at any price. :thumb:
Only thing better is the RM-30 Horizontal, or if you want to go NUCLEAR the Horizontal RM40
I already have non-buyers remorse... And the seller was literally the next suburb down from me.
Mind telling us who the shipper was?I don't think it was his fault, it was packed good enough. Fedex was just a little rough. The speaker does work very good.
FedEx is the shipper. The seller is the sender.Just misunderstood.
My bad, I should have been specific. Terminology is often interpreted differently by different people.Your crossover took a hit too, did it work.
In regards to the LRCs shown above..
I know they each have the FST, and noticed that the foam wave guides run vertically on either side of the FST. The old wave guides on my earlier model LRC pair used 2-channel are mounted horizontally above and below the spiral tweeters. Would modern guides improve anything with my spirals? Seems like they'd allow either. What is the dispersion of the FSTs, spirals, and midrange panels mounted vertically (std), or horizontally (if I stand my LRCs up vertically)?
Are new foam guides available? Mine are starting to disintegrate a little. Thanks.
VMPS RM 30 **Amazing Speakers - (Irvine, CA) $1499
http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649340924-vmps-rm-30-amazing-speakers/ (http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649340924-vmps-rm-30-amazing-speakers/)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=159755)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=159756)
"Bought these speakers from another seller on AM , great working condition , I just bougth Focal Mirco Utopia , so these need to go.
RM 30 is a speaker that can match the dynamic capabilities of competent horns, the immediacy of electrostatics and planar-magnetics, and the fine detailing and imaging of the best dynamic designs." - Positive Feedback
RM30 is 50 cm (20") deep, but can be placed directly against a back wall if needed. The FST, Soundcoat and 10" Megawoofer are all standard. M and C versions are exactly the same except for the M's sidefiring woofers. The large cabinet of the C version provides good quality bass flat to 39 Hz from the four 16 cm WCF woofers. The M version cuts off at 32 Hz. The RM30 uses three 2.4 Ohm midrange panels wired in series. The FST is at the top of the column. The C version is a true line source, the M series is a slight departure with its side-firing woofer. The active 16 cm is a specially developed WCF 16 cm Megawoofer. They offer higher power handling, cleaner sound and have the ability of not bottoming out no matter how hard they are driven.
The RM30's are extremely flexible of placement, including touching the back wall if necessary.
VMPS RM30 M & C versions
This loudspeaker answers the requests from audiophiles since early 2002 for a speaker priced between, & more attractive than the RM2 & RM40. Its premium blending of price, performance, flexibility, & cosmetic beauty promises more than anything currently available.
· Price includes Free Swinging Tweeter & SoundCoat.
· Performance: maximum output just below the RM40 combined w/a new reference in staging, imaging, musicality, nearfield listening, & disappearing qualities.
· Flexibility: the standard C model has bass extension in the high 30s. The M version (additional 10”side firing MW, same cabinet) extends to the high 20s & has a feature to minimize bass modes. Details on both versions below.
· Cosmetic Beauty: at 20cm wide it’s the narrowest VMPS ever & 5 cm narrower than the 626R standmount. At 122 cm it’s only 8 cm above the RM2 and a perfect match for video monitors. Depth is a moderate 50 cm.
Driver Array: the sequence below matches the driver positions on the baffle, from the top down.
1. Standard FST tweeter, previously standard only at the RMX.
2. 3 vertical Neo mids.
3. Dual active 16 cm, the ideal diameter in the critical transition range, w/punchy, quick midbass.
Passive Radiators: tunable, down firing, slot & mass loaded (classic VMPS). The ultra-slim baffle requires dual 16 cm PRs (a VMPS first), mounted inline front to back. Mass adjustments are performed on both or only one PR (the front), providing finer & smoother tuning increments."
Hello John, Do those RM-30's still have the TALL bases as pictured, if so did they enhance the sound any? What was the height added? Thanks Ken
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=159765)
A to B normal Base. B to C added height
I just received this email from a friend of mine. A very good seller too! Here's his contact info (with permission):
rdotjones@comcast.net
One Pair of RM-626 Speakers For Sale - (Seattle, Washington) $675.00
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160754)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160755)
"Hey Stewart,
You said to let you know if I decide to sell a pair of my 626s, and I have made that decision. They have that good VMPS sound, but the cabinet work was/is substandard, so I’m going to ask $675 for them. I’ll attach pictures so that you know what I’m saying about the cabinet finish work. I will pay the PayPal fee, but buyer pays shipping, which could be an issue depending on where the buyer lives, as I’m in the Seattle area. Anyway, if you know of anyone, or run across anyone who loves these speakers like we do, please send them my way.
Thanks,
Randy"
REPOST
VMPS RM 40 Speakers - (Corona, CA) $2100
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5949668933.html (http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5949668933.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=156311)
"Selling a pair of Audiophile VMPS RM40 Floor standing Speakers in good condition. All drivers work perfectly. These are great sounding high end speakers with ribbon midrange drivers and tweeters. Vocals and instruments are clear, precise, with an incredible sound stage. Take a listen for yourself. Ready for audition. The speakers are very heavy and weigh 240 lbs. each with the following dimensions 66" tall x 17" deep x 12.5" wide."
VMPS RM2 SPEAKERS - (Lake Forest - Orange Co, CA) $1200.00
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/6011148688.html (https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/6011148688.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158147)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158148)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158149)
"High end full range speaker pair in great condition. High gloss black piano finish (top & side). Tweeters were upgraded to VIFA 3/4" poly domes.
Original price 5k /pr."
VMPS FF3 (FF-3) Audiophile Speakers - (Austin TX) $2995.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160966)
"I'm moving and must sell my prized VMPS FF3 Loudspeakers.
They were originally purchased in about 2000-2003 direct from Brian Cheney at VMPS in Oakland, CA.
The speakers are contain virtually every available option, including:
* Upgraded Capacitors
* Kevlar Woofers
* Upgraded Cone Surrounds
* Monster Cable Inside
* Cabinet Wood Upgrade.
Both of the speakers are identical, and both are in identical condition.
The only damage to the speakers, is that a corner of the grill was torn by my Boston Terrier Puppy, and is easily repairable (see photo).
Configuration and Features (each speaker):
* 2x 10" Woofers
* 1x 10" Passive
* 2x 4"x4" Mid Ribbons
* 2x Tweeters
* 1x Super Tweeter
* Bi-Ampable
* Bi-Wireable
* Hi/Mid/Low Adjustment Pots
* Size: Appx 17x13x64 (over 200lbs. Each)
They sound wonderful!
In the event of shipping, the price is FOB Austin Texas:
* I will assist anyway I can with Shipping.
* I will build a crate for a extra fee.
* I will deliver them within Texas for a extra fee.
* I will palletize for a extra fee.
* Etc.
Feel Free to Contact Me..."
Repost & Price Drop - $1995.00
https://austin.craigslist.org/ele/6085252225.html (https://austin.craigslist.org/ele/6085252225.html)
VMPS RM2 SPEAKERS - (Lake Forest - Orange Co, CA) $1200.00
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/6011148688.html (https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ele/6011148688.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158147)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158148)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=158149)
"High end full range speaker pair in great condition. High gloss black piano finish (top & side). Tweeters were upgraded to VIFA 3/4" poly domes.
Original price 5k /pr."
Stereo speakers, VMPS Speakers, awesome sound! - (SW Portland, OR) $700
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/ele/6076198336.html (https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/ele/6076198336.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160497)
"I am selling my pair of VMPS speakers. They are in the custom oak finish. These are true audiophile speakers with excellent mid range, sparkling detailed highs and good, tight powerful bass. These great speakers have 2 large 12" woofers and one 12" down firing passive woofer, for this reason the bass is excellent. For the highs there is a tweeter and a ribbon tweeter which means sparkling, clear highs.
A search on the internet will provide more details.
Hard to find such a great, true high end audiophile speaker for such a low price. I love the speakers, but I no longer need them. Asking $700 obo.
vmps rm2 speaker pair - (Amarillo, Texas) $2999.00 (with Free Shipping)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/vmps-rm2-speaker-pair-/122418647265?hash=item1c80b850e1:g:i28AAOSwWxNY2ffu (http://www.ebay.com/itm/vmps-rm2-speaker-pair-/122418647265?hash=item1c80b850e1:g:i28AAOSwWxNY2ffu)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=159975)
(Why the dome tweeters?)
"I have for sale a pair of vmps RM2's upgraded by Brian before he passed away. Free shipping in continental US."
High End Audio Equipment (Deer Point, FL)
https://panamacity.craigslist.org/ele/6118463862.html (https://panamacity.craigslist.org/ele/6118463862.html)
NO Pics
"Hi,
I have the following equipment for sale. Its all in great condition & in great working order. We have all the manuals but no boxes.
Please let me know if you have any questions! Thank you!!
Parasound 2125 Version 1 amp- $225
Parasound DAC 1100HD- $150
Parasound DAC 1600HD- $225
Carver TFM 35x - we have 3 of these- $325 each
Carver TFM 55x- $525
Audiosource Pre One/A Preamp - $55
Audio Lab 8000 CDM-$175
Sony ST-J75 tuner- $30
Vincent SA-31 Preamp- $300
Dynaco PAS-4 preamp- $400
Pioneer A-9 Integrated amp- $325
KEF IQ8DS surround speakers (2 pair) with KEF IQ6C Center channel speaker- $550
Laserdiscs- Starwars, Jurassic Park, Schindlers List, Heartbreak Ridge, Desert Fox, Scarface, Mission Impossible, Unforgiven, Where Eagles Dare & Born on the 4th of July- all for $55
Radio Shack SPL meter- $12
VMPS FF1 speakers (2)- with Dynapleat drivers.-$2000
AudioQuest Diamond Back- interconnect triple balance, perfect surface, copper conductors cables- left & right-20' - $350 - these are handmade with a silver tip.
A few other AudioQuest cables $125 each."
REPOST
VMPS RM2 Tower Ribbon Monitor Speakers - (Spring Valley/San Diego, CA) $2650
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/ele/6092049424.html (https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/ele/6092049424.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=155042)
"A very rare pair of monitors for sale. These are rated at 200 watts each. This version of the RM2's have the more desirable spiral tweeters. Both in very good condition, both sound perfect."
REPOST
VMPS RM 40 Speakers - (Corona, CA) $2100
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5949668933.html (http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5949668933.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=156311)
"Selling a pair of Audiophile VMPS RM40 Floor standing Speakers in good condition. All drivers work perfectly. These are great sounding high end speakers with ribbon midrange drivers and tweeters. Vocals and instruments are clear, precise, with an incredible sound stage. Take a listen for yourself. Ready for audition. The speakers are very heavy and weigh 240 lbs. each with the following dimensions 66" tall x 17" deep x 12.5" wide."
Stereo speakers, VMPS Speakers, awesome sound! - (SW Portland, OR) $700
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/ele/6076198336.html (https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/ele/6076198336.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160497)
"I am selling my pair of VMPS speakers. They are in the custom oak finish. These are true audiophile speakers with excellent mid range, sparkling detailed highs and good, tight powerful bass. These great speakers have 2 large 12" woofers and one 12" down firing passive woofer, for this reason the bass is excellent. For the highs there is a tweeter and a ribbon tweeter which means sparkling, clear highs.
A search on the internet will provide more details.
Hard to find such a great, true high end audiophile speaker for such a low price. I love the speakers, but I no longer need them. Asking $700 obo.
VMPS FF3 (FF-3) Audiophile Speakers - (Austin TX) $2995.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160966)
"I'm moving and must sell my prized VMPS FF3 Loudspeakers.
They were originally purchased in about 2000-2003 direct from Brian Cheney at VMPS in Oakland, CA.
The speakers are contain virtually every available option, including:
* Upgraded Capacitors
* Kevlar Woofers
* Upgraded Cone Surrounds
* Monster Cable Inside
* Cabinet Wood Upgrade.
Both of the speakers are identical, and both are in identical condition.
The only damage to the speakers, is that a corner of the grill was torn by my Boston Terrier Puppy, and is easily repairable (see photo).
Configuration and Features (each speaker):
* 2x 10" Woofers
* 1x 10" Passive
* 2x 4"x4" Mid Ribbons
* 2x Tweeters
* 1x Super Tweeter
* Bi-Ampable
* Bi-Wireable
* Hi/Mid/Low Adjustment Pots
* Size: Appx 17x13x64 (over 200lbs. Each)
They sound wonderful!
In the event of shipping, the price is FOB Austin Texas:
* I will assist anyway I can with Shipping.
* I will build a crate for a extra fee.
* I will deliver them within Texas for a extra fee.
* I will palletize for a extra fee.
* Etc.
Feel Free to Contact Me..."
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/6166611725.html
Best VMPS RM-40 pair ever made - $3495 (Century City)
FOR SALE VMPS RM-40's Speakers (Brian Cheney Signature Edition)
I was a VMPS Dealer, and THIS was the pair of RM-40's I had made for me.
They are BCSE (Brian Cheney Signature Edition) RM-40s and retailed for well over $8000.
Compared to $30k and $40k speakers, I have NEVER heard anything I like better.
Forced to sell them due to the fact I cannot offer them to customers any longer, and I am "remodeling" and downsizing my demo room.
Pictures are just Cell Phone Shots, they are much more impressive in person.
I can deliver within a 100mi radius of Century City at asking price. I am not able to ship these, unless you contract with a packer/shipper service who provides that service.
Also have a MATCHING VMPS LRC (Large Ribbon Center) Center Channel Speaker and 4 (FOUR) LARGER VMPS SUBS available.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=163563) (http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=163564)
VMPS FF3 (FF-3) Audiophile Speakers - (Austin TX) $2995.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160966)
"I'm moving and must sell my prized VMPS FF3 Loudspeakers.
They were originally purchased in about 2000-2003 direct from Brian Cheney at VMPS in Oakland, CA.
The speakers are contain virtually every available option, including:
* Upgraded Capacitors
* Kevlar Woofers
* Upgraded Cone Surrounds
* Monster Cable Inside
* Cabinet Wood Upgrade.
Both of the speakers are identical, and both are in identical condition.
The only damage to the speakers, is that a corner of the grill was torn by my Boston Terrier Puppy, and is easily repairable (see photo).
Configuration and Features (each speaker):
* 2x 10" Woofers
* 1x 10" Passive
* 2x 4"x4" Mid Ribbons
* 2x Tweeters
* 1x Super Tweeter
* Bi-Ampable
* Bi-Wireable
* Hi/Mid/Low Adjustment Pots
* Size: Appx 17x13x64 (over 200lbs. Each)
They sound wonderful!
In the event of shipping, the price is FOB Austin Texas:
* I will assist anyway I can with Shipping.
* I will build a crate for a extra fee.
* I will deliver them within Texas for a extra fee.
* I will palletize for a extra fee.
* Etc.
Feel Free to Contact Me..."
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/6166611725.html
Best VMPS RM-40 pair ever made - $3495 (Century City)
FOR SALE VMPS RM-40's Speakers (Brian Cheney Signature Edition)
I was a VMPS Dealer, and THIS was the pair of RM-40's I had made for me.
They are BCSE (Brian Cheney Signature Edition) RM-40s and retailed for well over $8000.
Compared to $30k and $40k speakers, I have NEVER heard anything I like better.
Forced to sell them due to the fact I cannot offer them to customers any longer, and I am "remodeling" and downsizing my demo room.
Pictures are just Cell Phone Shots, they are much more impressive in person.
I can deliver within a 100mi radius of Century City at asking price. I am not able to ship these, unless you contract with a packer/shipper service who provides that service.
Also have a MATCHING VMPS LRC (Large Ribbon Center) Center Channel Speaker and 4 (FOUR) LARGER VMPS SUBS available.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=163563) (http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=163564)
Vintage VMPS smaller subwoofers sub - (Inland Empire, CA) $250
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5842512263.html (http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/5842512263.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=153107)
"I have for sale a pair of VMPS passive subwoofers. These are in great condition and sound terrific. This is a 12" diameter non-powered subwoofer with a 12" active radiator in front and a 12" passive radiator in bottom. VMPS calls it their "Smaller Subwoofer" It measures 16" wide, 16" deep and 27" tall with a nice walnut cabinets.
VMPS has been known for making outstanding sub woofers and speakers for nearly 3 decades. The subwoofer is rated at 8 ohms and the frequency range is 28-150Hz. These will take just about all the power you can throw at it (up to 250 watts rms) and the bass is really tight.
I had all the drivers (main and passive radiators) refoamed a few years ago by VMPS themselves. I removed the speakers from the cabinets and shipped them. The passive radiators are mounted in a "slot" at the bottom of the speaker cabinet. VMPS informed me that the bottom of the cabinet needed to be knocked off to access them, then screwed back on when replaced. I've shown the bottom with the screws in the pictures.
Asking $250
If the listing is up they are still available."
VMPS 626R Ribbon Speakers - (Salem, OR) $500
https://salem.craigslist.org/ele/6195319081.html (https://salem.craigslist.org/ele/6195319081.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=164959)
"Speakers in Good condition, one grill has 2 tears in cloth."
That's about the best price for the 626R that I've seen.
And the kicker; they're still available...! :duh:
And there is a "single" ALL GLOSS BLACK 626r for $199 for a center. :thumb:
VMPS FF3 (FF-3) Audiophile Speakers - (Austin TX) $2995.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r (http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-FF3-FF-3-Audiophile-Speakers-Austin-TX-/172624380347?hash=item28313701bb:g:8AgAAOSwTM5Y7-4r)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=160966)
"I'm moving and must sell my prized VMPS FF3 Loudspeakers.
They were originally purchased in about 2000-2003 direct from Brian Cheney at VMPS in Oakland, CA.
The speakers are contain virtually every available option, including:
* Upgraded Capacitors
* Kevlar Woofers
* Upgraded Cone Surrounds
* Monster Cable Inside
* Cabinet Wood Upgrade.
Both of the speakers are identical, and both are in identical condition.
The only damage to the speakers, is that a corner of the grill was torn by my Boston Terrier Puppy, and is easily repairable (see photo).
Configuration and Features (each speaker):
* 2x 10" Woofers
* 1x 10" Passive
* 2x 4"x4" Mid Ribbons
* 2x Tweeters
* 1x Super Tweeter
* Bi-Ampable
* Bi-Wireable
* Hi/Mid/Low Adjustment Pots
* Size: Appx 17x13x64 (over 200lbs. Each)
They sound wonderful!
In the event of shipping, the price is FOB Austin Texas:
* I will assist anyway I can with Shipping.
* I will build a crate for a extra fee.
* I will deliver them within Texas for a extra fee.
* I will palletize for a extra fee.
* Etc.
Feel Free to Contact Me..."
Why am I not seeing this?
VMPS 626R SINGLE Speaker (Center Channel) - (Century City) $229
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-single-speaker-center/6216986593.html (https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-single-speaker-center/6216986593.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=165617)
"Have a nice VMPS 626R Speaker (single) that could be used as a Center Channel Speaker.
Gloss Black
Incredible dialogue speaker due to the clarity.
The speaker shown on the pedestal IS NOT the speaker for sale, but to show what it looks like on pedestal stands (also available, but not included)."
Two VMPS LARGER Subwoofers (together or separately) - (Century City) $599
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/two-vmps-larger-subwoofers/6216957354.html (https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/two-vmps-larger-subwoofers/6216957354.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=165618)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=165619)
"I have 2 VMPS LARGER Subwoofers for sale. One is OAK Cabinet and the other BLACK OAK.
OAK also has a 15" ULTRA-Mega Passive Passive Radiator and 12&15" MEGAWoofers - $499
Black OAK has ULTRA-Mega on all 3 drivers - $599"
VMPS RMX - (Milpitas, CA) $5100.00
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-x-2017-08-19-speakers (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-x-2017-08-19-speakers)
"PICTURES IN AD"
"Pair of VMPS RM/X Elixer speakers. 17 Pair made. Bought from Brian Cheney himself (live near El Sobrante, CA) Has all the upgrades, TRT caps, silver wire, etc. If you are here you know what these are.
If not, see: http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/RMX.htm
Take it from there. These are near mint, been in my home since purchase. These cost close to $15K new. They are heavy. Pickup in San Francisco Bay Area available--I could deliver in same area for a fee. Otherwise, crating and shipping these are on the buyer.
I have retired, and moving out of state to a smaller house, downsizing. These are glorious, the best ribbons I have heard in 30 years of concentrating on planars. Drove them with Ampzilla 2000 in accordance with said article above. Works a treat, but you can drive them with what you will.
Pictures on request---they look like any pics you can google, nary a scratch on them--they are made with super thick HDF, (see design criteria in above article) 7 coats of lacquer, etc. Missing are the foam covers for the super tweeters. Brian said they should be taken off, so he did.
Lowballers will not be replied to. These are worth every farthing of my price and more. Thanks for your interest."
VMPS 626R SINGLE Speaker (Center Channel) - (Century City) $229
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-single-speaker-center/6216986593.html (https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-single-speaker-center/6216986593.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=165617)
"Have a nice VMPS 626R Speaker (single) that could be used as a Center Channel Speaker.
Gloss Black
Incredible dialogue speaker due to the clarity.
The speaker shown on the pedestal IS NOT the speaker for sale, but to show what it looks like on pedestal stands (also available, but not included)."
VMPS Large Ribbon Center Speaker (Center Channel) - (Century City, CA) $699
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-large-ribbon-center/6264678169.html (https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-large-ribbon-center/6264678169.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=167017)
"Maybe the BEST Center Channel Speaker available at the price. You will NEVER hear CLEARER Dialogue. Finally you can hear what is being said.
This is the BCSE (Brian Cheney Signature Edition with Macassar Ebony MLS Cabinet, TRT Caps, and other upgrades."
REPOST & PRICE CHANGE - $1950.00
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/6200998090.html (https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ele/6200998090.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=162578)
Two VMPS LARGER Subwoofers (together or separately) - (Century City) $599
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/two-vmps-larger-subwoofers/6216957354.html (https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/two-vmps-larger-subwoofers/6216957354.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=165618)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=165619)
"I have 2 VMPS LARGER Subwoofers for sale. One is OAK Cabinet and the other BLACK OAK.
OAK also has a 15" ULTRA-Mega Passive Passive Radiator and 12&15" MEGAWoofers - $499
Black OAK has ULTRA-Mega on all 3 drivers - $599"
RM40s with the TRT cap and silver cable upgrades... In Pittsburgh, may be able to deliver close to NY.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4442/37297128341_e7623b96b8_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YPPwQV)IMG_3190 (https://flic.kr/p/YPPwQV) by Jose Sifontes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/jsifontes/), on Flickr
See on Audiogon:
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-pair-in-african-ebony-2017-09-17-speakers (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-pair-in-african-ebony-2017-09-17-speakers)
I'm curious about these. Are the drivers original VMPS stock, or something aftermarket? Just not sure, as Brian was constantly tweaking and updating designs.
VMPS Speakers and Tall Boy Subwoofer - (Dover DE) $3500
http://delaware.craigslist.org/ele/5716834898.html (http://delaware.craigslist.org/ele/5716834898.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=148054)
"Due to a move to a smaller home i must sale my vmps speakers. You must hear them the best soundimg pair of speakers you will ever own they will come with the tall boy subwoofer to. I will also take a smaller pair of speakers and cash as i will need something to listen to. Thank you."
I just found this post for the Widerange Ribbons. Pretty impressive! Thanks to the OP!
Is there a feature to scale images down to a more reasonable size or must one do it manually & upload it (which then cannot be enbigened)?
Thanks Stimpy. Already have IrfanView. It's been around since Win95. Access to the original large image is lost if the image is shrunk. Anyone interested can follow the link to the original post in the future.
Nicely priced speakers.
You'd be surprised at how many people that dodn't know about Irfanview. So, I'm glad you use it.
Also, great price on those 40's. GLWTS. And is the Iron Man print included in the sale? :D
GLWTS, Good Luck With The Sale? They're not mine. Saw it on A'gon.
RM40RM40's for $950 per PAIR??? Good grief.
Asking Price: $950.00
Milford , MI, 48381
(https://d29pumjbf1ozmy.cloudfront.net/resize=w:3024,h:4032,fit:max/rotate=deg:exif/output=quality:70/compress/security=policy:eyJleHBpcnkiOjQ2Njg1ODMzNjcsImNhbGwiOlsicmVhZCIsImNvbnZlcnQiXX0=,signature:acf989186a75c3dfb1b5ae065803eab826f20b989ade1176e03be50fe579ecad/oAwNd7ES72VPsk0CvQzA#IMG_0680.JPG)
For sale a pair of VMPS RM40 hi end audio ribbon loudspeakers. The
speakers were purchased from the original owner about three years ago
and are in excellent condition. They are in perfect working order!! They
have the updated carbon drivers and FAST super ribbon tweeter. They are a
great sounding speaker. (The grills frames are not perfect but the
fabrics have NO tears or holes at all) They weigh 240LBS each and stand 6 feet tall. Local pick up only.
The original retail for the pair was 5,570.00 I'm selling them for 950.00 again they are in perfect working order Thanks Mike 248 284 5047
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-40-2017-12-10-speakers (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vmps-rm-40-2017-12-10-speakers)
Audiophile speakers, VMPS ST/R awesome & rare, LOOK - (Terrell, TX) $1000
https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/ele/d/audiophile-speakers-vmps-st/6367034194.html (https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/ele/d/audiophile-speakers-vmps-st/6367034194.html)
Thank you everyone here, the S/T-R have been acquired by a fellow VMPS owner in Texas. Went to a good home, thanks again!
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=170844)
"Selling, reluctantly, my VMPS Super Tower/R speakers due to lifestyle changes. I have owned them since 1992 and were upgraded in 2012 prior to passing away of Mr. Brian Cheney, owner designer of VMPS, Itone Audio. All foam suspensions are in excellent pliable condition. No damage to speaker suspensions, at all. The 15" bottom woofers have been upgraded to newer VMPS woofers with phase-plugs acquired from an AudioCircle VMPS owner. The slot loaded 15" passive radiators have been tuned to accurate 20Hz response for a large room. The foam-rings around the Morel mids have deteriorated, but I have brand new rings to replace them with, just have not had the time. I also have the original knobs for the speaker adjustment pots. In 2012, with the help of Mr. Cheney over the phone, the fullrange/Biamp toggle switches have been bypassed and x-over caps were replaced with higher grade audiophile replacement capacitors. High end jumper wires are included in sale. One speaker grill cloth has a 1/4" sized hole, but is hard to see and show in a picture. Original paperwork also included. I have taken excellent care of these rare loudspeakers, hopefully the new owner will do the same. Not much else to mention, a lot of info available over the internet, just Google. Any question? Please email me, that is the best way to contact me. $1000.00 cash and carry. Must pick up in Terrell. Will gladly demo with prior appointment. These will remain hooked up to my system until sold. BTW, I am open to trade offers for highend audiophile grade subwoofer/s. Ad will be promptly deleted when sold. Thank you in advance!"
I have decided to sell my SuperTower III's. I sold a pair awhile back and kept these as they had all of the upgrades. These have had ALL the drivers and the passives (CSS brand)) upgraded with the exception of the top 10" and the supertweeters. I bought all of the drivers upgrades directly from Brian Cheney before his passing (I figure it cost me at least $1000.00 to upgrade all of them including the passives). The pictures of the passives was just to show the difference between the stock ones and the CSS upgrades. These do not come up for sale often and certainly not in this condition with these upgrades. $4000.00 takes em' and bring help to pick them up-I have a bad back!! They are located in Allen Park,Michigan. Call Rich at 313-377-9542
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=176101)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=176102)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=176103)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=176104)
I have decided to sell my SuperTower III's. I sold a pair awhile back and kept these as they had all of the upgrades. These have had ALL the drivers and the passives (CSS brand)) upgraded with the exception of the top 10" and the supertweeters. I bought all of the drivers upgrades directly from Brian Cheney before his passing (I figure it cost me at least $1000.00 to upgrade all of them including the passives). The pictures of the passives was just to show the difference between the stock ones and the CSS upgrades. These do not come up for sale often and certainly not in this condition with these upgrades. $4000.00 takes em' and bring help to pick them up-I have a bad back!! They are located in Allen Park,Michigan. Call Rich at 313-377-9542
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=176104)
"VMPS" Floorstanding Speakers; Pair "RM-40" - (VMPS Based. I'd Call Them RM-20's). - (Broomfield, Colorado) $950.97
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Floorstanding-Speakers-Pair-RM-40/323039709640?hash=item4b36aac9c8:g:riIAAOSwW9Rab4~5 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Floorstanding-Speakers-Pair-RM-40/323039709640?hash=item4b36aac9c8:g:riIAAOSwW9Rab4~5)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=176108)
"Product: "VMPS" Floorstanding Speakers; Pair (Similar to RM-40). These speakers were made using remaining VMPS cabinets and parts after the passing of Brian Cheney. The person who made the speakers is an independent dealer who bought the remaining assets of the VMPS Warehouse. As such, while they share many of the design and sonic characteristics of VMPS speakers (most similar to the RM40's" they are not technically "VMPS" speakers.
Product SKU: 3083R
Cosmetic Description: 7/10 Very good cosmetic condition with some minor visible cosmetic wear including minor scratches and rubbing on the front, particularly around the midrange drivers. The sides and top show very light scratches.
What is Included: One pair of speakers as shown
Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age: unknown
# of Owners: 1
Tobacco Exposure: none
Service History: none
Other Notes: These speakers are one of a kind. What we know about them: They were among Brian Cheney's VMPS inventory which was all liquidated as a lot. They are in the same cabinets as the RM-40s and share the same drivers (though these have fewer). The sound is everything you would expect from VMPS - A big full-range with deep bass, but very refined throughout the upper frequencies. Very life-like with a huge soundstage. You'll want t a big listening room for these, but with a little time invested in set-up, you can truly achieve world-class performance from these. The cabinets are as dense as they come... each speaker weighs about 250 lbs.
Shipping: Shipping within the Continental USA is approximately $399. This includes securing to a pallet with adequate protection and shipping via FedEx Freight to a residential address anywhere in the Continental USA. This rate can be reduced by $60 if a commercial delivery address available or if item can be picked up at nearest FedEx Freight depot. FedEx Freight charges a residential delivery fee otherwise which is included in our flat rate charge."
@Stimpy I'm new here and had a question about some FF1's and VMPS in general. I guess being new, I can't PM anyone yet so maybe this will work. Please message me if so or, if that doesn't work, email me at yahoo using my user name. Thanks!
RM40’s VMPS Ribbon Moniters for Sale - (Portland, Oregon) - $2500 OB / $3500 BIN
https://www.ebay.com/itm/RM40-s-VMPS-Ribbon-Moniters-for-Sale/112822473072?hash=item1a44be5170:g:sJYAAOSwI~taWmJ4 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/RM40-s-VMPS-Ribbon-Moniters-for-Sale/112822473072?hash=item1a44be5170:g:sJYAAOSwI~taWmJ4)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=176473)
"Purchased from the original VMPS dealer. Made by his hands. (2 Speakers Included) Local pick up only. In excellent and working condition. The sound is incredible as it sounds like you are at the concert and the symphony is right there with you.
All of the details regarding the year, make, and model are in the pictures."
VMPS FF3 Special Ribbon Edition - (West Valenica/Tucson, AZ) $2000
https://tucson.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-ff3-special-ribbon/6469923188.html (https://tucson.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-ff3-special-ribbon/6469923188.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=173525)
"These speakers have amazing audiophile sound. Theses speakers won over the Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show with 3 audio magazines writing articles declaring them the best of show in 1999. Research Absolute Sound magazine issue 121. This set has the biamp format with external crossover and power supply, a 800 dollar upgrade, there are also finished in a piano black finish, a additional 500 dollar cost added to the base price of 8400 dollars for a total cost of 9700. This set was originally set up by Brian Cheney. He signed and dated both speakers. Please research these speakers, or call me with questions or to audition these speakers."
Thanks for the repost, Mr Stimpy!!!
avguytx,
I just listed a pair of Cherry RM-40 (with TRT cap upgrade) for sale on Audiogon. I am the original owner (bought in Dec 2001). For all of this time, I have driven them with Kora tube gear (just sold the monoblocks today). I uploaded some pretty good photos within that Audiogon ad that you can zoom in on.
My wife and I are relocating to her home country of Taiwan in mid-Summer to retire. And it just doesn't make sense to move all this audio gear - particularly since we will almost certainly living out of a smallish apartment that wouldn't support such a system.
I told Brian (leading up to my original purchase) that my plan was to keep the gear I was buying for about 15 years. I made it... 8)
I live in the Tampa area...
avguytx,
Send me an email, I may be able to help.
ksmarter@comcast.net
Those are beautiful speakers without a doubt. I worry about the weight of these speakers having to go upstairs in the 16 x 30 audio room I'll have, honestly. My wife wouldn't have an issue with them being in the living room but one things that was a big part of building our new house is that I wanted my stuff upstairs away from regular traffic. haha. And as beautiful as they are, they are a tad out of my price range and distance. I'm about a thousand miles away. :( They are gorgeous speakers....
REPOST & PRICE DROP
VMPS Large Ribbon Center Speaker (Center Channel) - (Century City LA, CA) $449
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-large-ribbon-center/6380754009.html (https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/vmps-large-ribbon-center/6380754009.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=171727)
"Maybe the BEST Center Channel Speaker available at the price. You will NEVER hear CLEARER Dialogue. Finally you can hear what is being said.
This is the BCSE (Brian Cheney Signature Edition with Macassar Ebony MLS Cabinet, TRT Caps, and other upgrades."
Interest Check
I may be reworking my system and going with 3 RM40s for the front and a set of RM2s for the surrounds. This leaves me with a single RM40 left over.
Looking to see if anyone is interested in buying an older (Dual Spiral tweeters and TNT Caps) RM40 for center duty in the Chicago/Milwaukee area. I even have an extra Aurum Cantus G3 tweeter I can package with the deal.
Man I wish I'd found this listing sooner. Got any more of these? :)
:drool:
VMPS RM V60-Rosewood-Speakers $3500.00 or best offer
(Silver Spring, Maryland)
EBAY:https://www.ebay.com/itm/123099917482?ul_noapp=true
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=179406)
INFO: http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/RMV60.htm
VMPS Larger Subwoofer Speaker Package - (Columbia, MD) $525
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis8i39e-vmps-rm-30-left-center-right-larger-subwoofer-speaker-package-full-range (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis8i39e-vmps-rm-30-left-center-right-larger-subwoofer-speaker-package-full-range)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=179451)
"Original owner - purchased in 2002/2003 timeframe. This sub functions perfectly and looks fantastic, as shown in the pictures. It has one scratch on the left side of the cabinet face, that is mostly covered by the grille. I think it would be very easy to fix this with a small amount of wood putty and a bit of black paint or a black Sharpie and would then not be noticeable.
It was used relatively sparingly, in a dedicated home theater environment. It comes from a climate-controlled, smoke-free and pet-free home and was never handled outside of setup and removal from the home theater.
The original grille is included and it is in excellent condition, too.
Note: I did have VMPS RM30 speakers for sale as well, but they have been purchased."
Just picked up 2 more Emotiva XPR-1 monoblocks to complete my setup. 4 XPR-1s into 2 VMPS Wide Range Ribbon speakers. 3,500 watts per channel! 2 XPA-1s at 1,000 watts per channel for the VMPS larger subs. Pictures attached. :)
Do you need separate circuits for each channel or even each amp? I was wondering how you manage these power hungry amps. Thanks!
Currently, I'm running all 4 XPR-1s off of a single 15 amp circuit. However, I'm having an electrician come out this week to install a single 20 amp outlet to plug my power conditioner into that can also handle a 20 amp load. Thought about following the recommended 20 amp per XPR-1 but decided that would be very costly to have 4 plugs installed and don't plan on running these at ridiculous levels to require it.
Also, didn't want to bypass my power conditioner by plugging them into their own 20 amp circuit or have to buy another (or multiple) power conditioners.
Understood. Guess your conditioner must have a very large reserve. Or I would imagine they could trip the breaker if they are turned on simultaneously.
Well, we are about 2 weeks away from the start of our house being built (finally) so that will be keeping me busy for the remainder of the year without a doubt. But, I believe I've narrowed down my search in which models I'll be keeping an eye out for; RM1, RM2, RM30's for sure and ",maybe" the RM40's as the max size I'd want to go. The upstairs room is going to be right at 15.5' x 35' (+/-) and they would go on the long wall but not in corners based on how the room is laid out. I read where the 1's, 2's & 30's could go fairly close to the back wall which is good...I'm not a fan of speakers coming way out into a room. Now, if I could turn them where they were on the 15' wall, that might be another story but I wouldn't like the room done like that. I still have a pair of Klipsch Belle clone speakers I built that will be used primarily and ran off of a VTA ST-70 tube amp or Mac MC250 s/s amp.
At any rate, that's the main models I'm keeping an eye on in my center of the US. Not that I expect to see them anytime soon, but you just never know....
pianoman,
If convenient, please post a clearer image of the main speakers. Does that model have the Strathearn true ribbons? If yes, that is the most rare VMPS model extant, AFAIK. Tx.
Properly driven and setup, the VMPS Wide Range Ribbon is likely the all time best performing VMPS, second being the RM50. The 50, as do all speakers with the 8" planar neo midrange, needs either an active or passive band pass filter for the 1kHz bump (multiple dB).
Guys,it's great you want to have a discussion about our speakers,but this is the "For Sale" thread. I subscribe to this to maybe find another pair I am interested in buying-NOT to hear about other guys systems and opinions,start another thread for that. !!
Ok I have one, I can get a Piano Black Cab (NOS) and swap to match your Stuff, or leave it, as is.
LCR. I thought this one was a BCSE, maybe not. This sat in a packing blanket from BIRTH.
It was purchased and played for 1 hour and it QUIT. VMPS factory was called and told him to bring it in.
Local guy, dropped it off while I was there, Brian swaps it for an RM30 and a few quid.
I ask him what's the deal? "No Idea, They are very reliable"
He hooked it up and IT WORKED PERFECT????? Well it played for a few more and quit???
Looked, the wire had fallen off the speaker terminal (BAD DESIGN), I discovered it was a common problem.
Then I LOOKED (Being the collector of STUFF that I am), the guy had scratched the cabinet. WELL!
I offered, and Brian accepted my offer. That was the Summer of 2009, I just, NOW, hooked it up,
same time I tipped the RM/xs up 3 months ago (or so).
9 years later, LOL, I slowed down enough, to hook it up, and try to break it in.
Still not broke it yet (TRT caps) TOUGH to break in.
They need to be pushed a little bit, the MUD is clearing slowly, Nice production center for sure.
I run it on a little Mcintosh MC225 in mono and a SUPPER hot rodded C20 5 port Pre.
Stunning reproduction, MUCH better at 4 foot and above with 8 foot lids. They add a needed
mid-bass lower mids most systems lack MHO. The system you have, it's a good addition.
Just don't blow it up. Emovita LOTS of power for sure. I've tinkered with um.
Pretty good power supply design, and speaker protection.
I had to almost build a fire under them to warm up and sound OK. LOL
You'll WARM those up, on a single 15 amper for sure. It's a supply issue, simple. I implore
you add a second 15 amper with a GOOD cleaner. (20s even better)
You'll be astonished at the difference at LOWER volumes, Highs its a given.
What are you running for a Pre, I thought you were running Mac Gear WHAT HAPPENED?
For SS their gear is ROCK solid, just not Pass Lab quality
Beautiful speaker set up, I'd bet the XO need a little look see and recap, though.
No TRT stuff back then, but good pots etc.
Remember when they were made, 350 watt per rail @ 8 ohm were BIG, HUGE, amps.
3500 watts!!! Lyons, Tigers and BEARS.
I bet you would be astonished with a little amp swapping too. The sound would EXPAND to the point
of, WOW, with reworked XOs to OH MY, "Is that the same speaker system".
I've gone through a few of the Infinity QLS, IRS, and RS series XO, NIGHT and DAY using MUCH better stuff,
Like Brian Newer stuff, and with even better caps. His Teflon XO (TRT) were LONG LASTING.
I had to go through a couple of the Tower II se XO, Very simple BUT once again NIGHT and DAY.
Still have that pair, My personal favorite of all the speakers he EVER made. Crazy ay.
That system you have, I'd be tinkerin' for a while. LOL Maybe VTL Deluxe 300s with 6550 (RCA), or
Solvex VT 90s for the mids (50-300 tube watts) and Emotiva for BASS, unless you can build a fire
under them. A definite upgrade on the caps and resistors, would help from factory Emotiva STUFF.
I'd love to hear that set up and see how you tuned the PRs? I guess that model has
Passive Radiators too, ay? about 5-6 grams mortit and get to pinchin' Man oh man!
Enjoy being one of the FEW, ay
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=181554)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=181555)
It's kinda tight in my test area, I have pics of the back also, let me know
Regards
Ok I have one, I can get a Piano Black Cab (NOS) and swap to match your Stuff, or leave it, as is.
LCR. I thought this one was a BCSE, maybe not. This sat in a packing blanket from BIRTH.
It was purchased and played for 1 hour and it QUIT. VMPS factory was called and told him to bring it in.
Local guy, dropped it off while I was there, Brian swaps it for an RM30 and a few quid.
I ask him what's the deal? "No Idea, They are very reliable"
He hooked it up and IT WORKED PERFECT????? Well it played for a few more and quit???
Looked, the wire had fallen off the speaker terminal (BAD DESIGN), I discovered it was a common problem.
Then I LOOKED (Being the collector of STUFF that I am), the guy had scratched the cabinet. WELL!
I offered, and Brian accepted my offer. That was the Summer of 2009, I just, NOW, hooked it up,
same time I tipped the RM/xs up 3 months ago (or so).
9 years later, LOL, I slowed down enough, to hook it up, and try to break it in.
Still not broke it yet (TRT caps) TOUGH to break in.
They need to be pushed a little bit, the MUD is clearing slowly, Nice production center for sure.
I run it on a little Mcintosh MC225 in mono and a SUPPER hot rodded C20 5 port Pre.
Stunning reproduction, MUCH better at 4 foot and above with 8 foot lids. They add a needed
mid-bass lower mids most systems lack MHO. The system you have, it's a good addition.
Just don't blow it up. Emovita LOTS of power for sure. I've tinkered with um.
Pretty good power supply design, and speaker protection.
I had to almost build a fire under them to warm up and sound OK. LOL
You'll WARM those up, on a single 15 amper for sure. It's a supply issue, simple. I implore
you add a second 15 amper with a GOOD cleaner. (20s even better)
You'll be astonished at the difference at LOWER volumes, Highs its a given.
What are you running for a Pre, I thought you were running Mac Gear WHAT HAPPENED?
For SS their gear is ROCK solid, just not Pass Lab quality
Beautiful speaker set up, I'd bet the XO need a little look see and recap, though.
No TRT stuff back then, but good pots etc.
Remember when they were made, 350 watt per rail @ 8 ohm were BIG, HUGE, amps.
3500 watts!!! Lyons, Tigers and BEARS.
I bet you would be astonished with a little amp swapping too. The sound would EXPAND to the point
of, WOW, with reworked XOs to OH MY, "Is that the same speaker system".
I've gone through a few of the Infinity QLS, IRS, and RS series XO, NIGHT and DAY using MUCH better stuff,
Like Brian Newer stuff, and with even better caps. His Teflon XO (TRT) were LONG LASTING.
I had to go through a couple of the Tower II se XO, Very simple BUT once again NIGHT and DAY.
Still have that pair, My personal favorite of all the speakers he EVER made. Crazy ay.
That system you have, I'd be tinkerin' for a while. LOL Maybe VTL Deluxe 300s with 6550 (RCA), or
Solvex VT 90s for the mids (50-300 tube watts) and Emotiva for BASS, unless you can build a fire
under them. A definite upgrade on the caps and resistors, would help from factory Emotiva STUFF.
I'd love to hear that set up and see how you tuned the PRs? I guess that model has
Passive Radiators too, ay? about 5-6 grams mortit and get to pinchin' Man oh man!
Enjoy being one of the FEW, ay
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=181554)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=181555)
It's kinda tight in my test area, I have pics of the back also, let me know
Regards
Vintage High End Stereo System - (Breinigsville, PA) $2100
https://allentown.craigslist.org/for/d/vintage-high-end-stereo-system/6597478770.html (https://allentown.craigslist.org/for/d/vintage-high-end-stereo-system/6597478770.html)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=181030)
"Vintage High End Stereo
VMPS Super Tower 2 A/R Speakers
Onkyo T9060 Fm Stereo Tuner
Onkyo P3060 Stereo Preamplifier
Yamaha CDC835 Disc Player
Fostex Model 3030 Equalizer
Crown DC300A Poweramplifier
Hafler DH500 Amplifier
Cerwin Vega DB10 Bass Turbocharger
Dbx Model 3Bx Dynamic Range Enhancer
Stereo Cabinet as Pictured Included
Tv Not Included or Items on top of Stereo Cabinet
Excellent Condition
Great Sounding System
Call Jeff"
Also, about the macs, I did have the mains biamped with all McIntosh power at 500 watts a channel but still wasn’t enough power. Loved the sound but couldn’t risk the lack of power and power guard kicking in all the time.Quote
You gotta give me a call on the LCR, anyways. I have a guy interested in the Elixirs
You see the Tower II SEs in the box? Price?
The VMPS Tower II SEs one of my favorite speakers of all time. I like them with NO carbon fiber, I like the supper fast graphite speakers, I've had them both ways. Graphite is better, just 10-15 db less on the top. Both will tick the neighbors off.
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https://tucson.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-ff3-special-ribbon/6509742132.html (https://tucson.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-ff3-special-ribbon/6509742132.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=177526)
olshvymec
I'll reply later via PM.
Hello
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=182635)
I'm looking for a pair of drivers. I heard a pop. Uhh 15 years no problems.
Top ribbon, on one side blew. Matched and new would be just perfect. If possible.
Thanks
Are they JVC ribbons?
The JVCs are made in Japan
I got the pair for 111.00 + 28.00 for shipping
The ones I took out were made in Taiwan DC589 8 ohm (all the info on the back)
No manufacture ID
Appreciate that find Mr. Stimpy.
I think I better have a look at the XO
I just don't play that loud to cause a problem. HP cap?
It seems THAT part is becoming harder and harder to find.
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VMPS FF3 Special Ribbon Edition - (West Valenica/Tucson, AZ) $2000
https://tucson.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-ff3-special-ribbon/6469923188.html (https://tucson.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-ff3-special-ribbon/6469923188.html)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=173525)
"These speakers have amazing audiophile sound. Theses speakers won over the Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show with 3 audio magazines writing articles declaring them the best of show in 1999. Research Absolute Sound magazine issue 121. This set has the biamp format with external crossover and power supply, a 800 dollar upgrade, there are also finished in a piano black finish, a additional 500 dollar cost added to the base price of 8400 dollars for a total cost of 9700. This set was originally set up by Brian Cheney. He signed and dated both speakers. Please research these speakers, or call me with questions or to audition these speakers."
VMPS RM40 Speakers - (Parkville, Maryland) $2499.00
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-RM40-Speakers/192554609563?hash=item2cd5262b9b:g:sJkAAOSw3HZbDxQa
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"Good working condition with some wear. Local pickup only."
REPOST & PRICE DROP - $1799
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-RM40-Speakers/192596666598?hash=item2cd7a7e8e6%3Ag%3AsJkAAOSw3HZbDxQa&_sacat=293&_nkw=vmps&_from=R40&rt=nc&_trksid=m570.l1313&LH_TitleDesc=0 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-RM40-Speakers/192596666598?hash=item2cd7a7e8e6%3Ag%3AsJkAAOSw3HZbDxQa&_sacat=293&_nkw=vmps&_from=R40&rt=nc&_trksid=m570.l1313&LH_TitleDesc=0)
VMPS RM40:
I had a woofer rebuilt a while back, but I'd like another one as a spare in the event it ever happens again. I'd appreciate any advice, suggestions on where to look, how to get one. The vintage is around 2004.
John Puccio, Classical Candor
Stimpy, can you, or anyone with the knowledge, tell me the differences in the tweeter application in the last two RM2 versions you just posted? The black pair have what appears to be a Fountek or ? unit while the oak veneered pair have the round ribbons that Brian used in many designs. I would love to try a pair and have room for them or possibly a pair of RM-30's. Super Towers or RM-40's would be too big for my room. Keeping my eye open.
oldhvymec, you got yer ears on? Got an opinion on the various tweeters Brian used over the years?
Stimpy, can you, or anyone with the knowledge, tell me the differences in the tweeter application in the last two RM2 versions you just posted? The black pair have what appears to be a Fountek or ? unit while the oak veneered pair have the round ribbons that Brian used in many designs. I would love to try a pair and have room for them or possibly a pair of RM-30's. Super Towers or RM-40's would be too big for my room. Keeping my eye open.
oldhvymec, you got yer ears on? Got an opinion on the various tweeters Brian used over the years?
Stimpy, can you, or anyone with the knowledge, tell me the differences in the tweeter application in the last two RM2 versions you just posted? The black pair have what appears to be a Fountek or ? unit while the oak veneered pair have the round ribbons that Brian used in many designs. I would love to try a pair and have room for them or possibly a pair of RM-30's. Super Towers or RM-40's would be too big for my room. Keeping my eye open.
oldhvymec, you got yer ears on? Got an opinion on the various tweeters Brian used over the years?
Pointing these out. Santa Barbra area VMPS RM-40's without outboard crossovers. Asking $1,500 https://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/6688503310.html Too far for me and I am pretty happy with the size and performance of the RM-30's.
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VMPS RM40 Ribbon Speakers - (Goleta, CA) $1500
https://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-rm40-ribbon-speakers/6688503310.html (https://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ele/d/vmps-rm40-ribbon-speakers/6688503310.html)
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"Considered one of the best speakers ever built
These come with outboard cross overs New they were $7000
The RM 40 was the centerpiece of our 2002 Consumer Electronics Show demonstration room which won "Best of CES" from TechTV, the media arm of the Electronics Industry Association, host of the Show. The RM 40 won as best High End Audio product in a field of 261 exhibitors (of all High End products, not just speakers, although our competitors in that regard all ran 5 to 20 times our price) with 35 total products nominated. A field of 26 judges canvassed the Show for winners, giving VMPS the nod in High End Audio.
Specifications
Bass: - 25 cm (10") WCF Megawoofer bass, 25 cm (10") WCF midbass, 25cm (10") Passive Radiator
Mid: - four rectangular 10 x 20 cm (4 x 8") Neo ribbons, 280 Hz - 6.9 kHz
Treble: - FST, 6.9 kHz - 30 kHz
Impedance & Sensitivity: - 4 Ohm (3.6 min.) 90 dB/1W/1m
Power handling: - 500 W rms / 4 Ohms, 20 W min.
Frequency response: - 24 Hz - 25 kHz +0/-3 dB
Dimensions & Weight: - 168H x 32W x 43D cm, 109 kg (66"H x 13"W x 17"D cm, 240 lbs)
Output levels and distortion: - max. 1% THD fullrange / 1W, max. 115+ dB SPL / 1m
Finishes: - standard black
This 109 kg, 168 cm tall floorstanding speaker boasts the 25cm Woven Carbon Fiber Megawoofer lowbass and 25cm WCF midbass in a symmetrical array with four 20cm Neodymium midrange ribbon panels (280 Hz to 7 kHz) and one Free Swinging Tweeter (flat to 25 kHz) in a column only 32 cm wide and 43 cm deep. Thin dimensions and full driver symmetry guarantee pinpoint imaging and a soundstage both wide and deep, with layering and detail that is simply breathtaking. Cabinetry is 38 mm thick MDF baffles (plus 28 mm sides and top) treated with Soundcoat for 10 dB less panel vibration. The result is 24 Hz bass with ultraclean 115 dB/1m output levels at an unprecedented low price for such achievement.
There are three ways to operate the RM 40, so-called because of its 40 inch vertical ribbon mid/tweeter array. The first is full range, with a single amplifier as a source. The system presents a steady 4 Ohm load, resistive above 166Hz, with 90dB/1W sensitivity and enormous output and dynamic range. Second, more ambitious audiophiles can easily switch the system to the biamp/biwire configuration and run a separate bass amp through the speaker's passive bass and mid/treble crossovers which, by the way, consist of all premium parts such as Axon polypropylene caps and hi-Q Erse 14 gauge laminated core inductors. The third option is biamping with the passive bass crossover removed, an outboard 24 dB/octave electronic crossover driving the separate bass amp, and a second amp running the ribbon panels through their builtin 6 and 12 dB filters.
No matter if your tastes run to high-end Music or Home Theater, once you have heard the sheer responsiveness and velocity of our unique handbuilt woofers, exclusive high efficiency Neo ribbon midranges and spiral ribbon tweeters, you won't want to go back to dynamic speakers regardless of price."
If anybody sees a pair of fully tricked out RM2s with external OXs please don't post it but PM me. :) should have bought them 25 years ago and saved myself a lot of trouble.
Man!!! I want a pair of RMX's badly, can't see shipping them across country though. The last pair I remember for sale were the pair from Vegas. I wonder if there are any over here on the east coast.
Now I thought that these were the ST III SRE (which I own in piano black) I'm 99% sure that the ones above are the FF1 SRE.
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I see you have a pair. Do they have the @Corian (ATH) front baffle? Not to many were made, ay? Fewer than the RMx or the
WRRM.
450-500 lb ea? 1500 lb.,3/4 of a ton crated and palletized. I bet they sound wonderful. Serious gear to push those, what do you use to run them on, if I may ask? SS, Valve, combo? I've never seen a pair for sale, that's for sure. Your the original owner?
Listen to me, you'd think I was an OldHvyMec. Forgive me, it is just my nature.
Regards
Mini Tower IIa in Greenville, South Carolina, a lot of speaker for $300. I have no affiliation with seller.
https://greenville.craigslist.org/ele/d/greer-vmps-mini-tower-11a/6782522333.html
Jeez, these look better than the pair I bought new.
Pair of VMPS Large Subwoofers Earth Shaking (215) Subs (626 Speakers Sold?) - (Columbia, MD) $440
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Pair-of-VMPS-Large-Subwoofers-Earth-Shaking-Subs/323601353638?hash=item4b5824cba6:g:~MEAAOSwAVlcDrf1 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/Pair-of-VMPS-Large-Subwoofers-Earth-Shaking-Subs/323601353638?hash=item4b5824cba6:g:~MEAAOSwAVlcDrf1)
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"These are two huge brutes!
They rock down to a low 10hz, much below human hearing but you can feel that thump!! Each one has one 12" poly woofer with rubber surround and a 15" mass loaded radiator. They are coated with a borosilicate coat to dampen internal reverb.
Dimensions: 18" x 20" x 28"
Bid with confidence. I am an Honest Ebayer and not a professional seller. I sell items that I do not need anymore at a dirt cheap price. Check my positive feedbacks! :)
Optional Shipping:
If you want to hire a shipper, and be responsible for cost, packaging/crating, insurance, etc. I can have them ready for pickup from Columbia, MD. The speakers would NOT be prepped for shipping. You or the shipper would have to do the prep work to protect/ship them
NOTE: I am selling the VMPS ribbon speakers separately. Please check my other items!"
Hello Stimpy, I was wondering if you know where I could find the mid driver in a WCF. Like the ones your referencing.
I have both types of 12" WCF single and double stack magnets but seemed to have misplaced the mids.
I need to do an upgrade for the new amps, the old 12" drivers, just aren't up to the task, when I volume UP too much.
I don't want to tear them up either. Still sound really good with valve amps.
I'm pretty sure it took a different PR too. Would you know of any?
2 mids (gotta check ohm)
2 PRs
I'm not sure if they are 4 or 8 ohm, I'll check. I remember both models, WCF and the originals were a GOOD driver, NEVER
had a problem with either. Just the 12" WCF were difficult to drive with 40 wpc valve amps. It's the only weak point of the old
boxes "The Mids", Sure is a great comco though.
I haven't tore into the TIIse yet. Want to do it all at once, XO repair/rebuild, the ribbon tweet was blown, driver swap, add a
little bracing, and a second application of sound coat. The wiring/toggle and pots are all old. I'm sure they all need a good cleaning etc. I've been on a "replace the old wire", tangent here lately, breaking in my new Weller. I have to look at the Quasi wiring you spoke of, also.
I suppose the current mids could stay, just have to run a little hotter than I like.
Thanks OldHvyMec
REPOST - $450
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/ele/d/columbia-huge-vmps-subwoofers-12-driver/6794470363.html (https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/ele/d/columbia-huge-vmps-subwoofers-12-driver/6794470363.html)
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VMPS Super Tower III Special Ribbon Edition - (Roswell, GA) $5500
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-Special-Ribbon-Edition/123537818283?hash=item1cc36d82ab:g:1oMAAOSwEVtcDtmi&redirect=mobile (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-Special-Ribbon-Edition/123537818283?hash=item1cc36d82ab:g:1oMAAOSwEVtcDtmi&redirect=mobile)
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"This is an improved (with the help of the late Brian Cheney) version of the $19,900 VMPS Super Tower III SRE (Special Ribbon Edition) speakers. The problem of limited vertical dispersion of the ribbon tweeters in the original version was addressed, per Mr. Cheney's suggestion, by adding a second tweeter. Later top of the line VMPS models addressed this problem by making the ribbon tweeter aimable. These speakers require three stereo amps and a three way electronic crossover. The amps are not included but a preconfigured Behringer DCX2496 crossover/DSP unit is, as well as a passive blocking unit using Auricap blocking caps to protect and properly load the ribbon tweeters. If you bring your amplifiers I can use my PC based measurement system and measuring microphone to dial in the DCX2496 for your equipment.
I have been in the high end audio business for over forty years and these truly unique speakers compare favorably to speakers costing ten to twenty times more. I know that is an outlandish statement, but serious buyers are welcome to audition and decide for themselves. Local pickup only with your crew. Each speaker weighs approximately 325 pounds."
You know Stimpy, I looked, the only thing close was at Parts Express. They did have one called "Epique" a
5 1/4 WCF with all the the goodies. 299.00 and discontinued. WOW. I'm gonna try a 2 1/8 SD mid from Dayton.
It has something I could never find in a dome, 8 ohm. I've always liked the way a single mid dome style
speakers worked. I just have to try it and see. The cut off via spec sheet is good from 300hz with only a -2 db.
I think the TIIses are 350htz, VERY high cut off for the midbass. If it works, like other dome speaker systems,
I've heard. It should be a nice upgrade, and not just a sound change. It should add greater mid
dispersion (convex) and GREATER clarity, (less moving mass), via soft dome. The bass, well it's the Boom
Boom Brian special, ay.
The TIIse in the Livermore add, have a driver combo, that I've never heard either, phase plugs but non WCF,
12s and WCF mid, interesting.I bet they are VERY fast and LESS distortion than my older NON phase plug
design (first series of drivers pre WCF era)
I have both 12" drivers, The mid/bass coupler, and sub/bass in WCF. I'm looking for a high excursion
passive radiators, but, with as light a moving mass (including spider asy) as I can find. So far they
are all TOO HD. I can see why Brian had to have stuff made. UHHHH!!
Makes it hard to FINE tune with "putty pinching". We'll see.
Vmps Rm 1 speakers - (Newton Falls, Ohio) $800
https://columbus.craigslist.org/ele/d/lake-milton-vmps-rm-1-speakers/6866033557.html (https://columbus.craigslist.org/ele/d/lake-milton-vmps-rm-1-speakers/6866033557.html)
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"Great sounding, hard to find vintage speakers. Excellent condition."
VMPS Original Subwoofers (x2) - $500 (Ilwaco)
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For sale 2x The Original VMPS Subwoofers with the Megawoofer upgrade. Passive subwoofers with Brian Cheney's unique slot-loaded passive radiator design. Front firing 12" carbon fiber cone driver with wood phase plug wih a down-firing 15" passive radiator. Cabinets were refinished by a previous owner and grill cloth replaced. Look better in person than in the photos.
Specs for the original subwoofer:
The Original VMPS Subwoofer
-Frequency Response: +0,-3dB, 19Hz-600Hz
-THD no more than 0.5%, 22Hz-600Hz with 1W drive
-Sensitivity: 94dB/1W/1m
-Maximum undistorted output: 126dB/1m for 5% THD
-Driver Complement: bottom-firing, mass-loaded, slot-loaded 15" passive radiator, front-firing 12" polypropylene cone woofer
-Recommended crossover range: 60Hz-300Hz
-Impedance: 8 Ohms
-Power Requirements 20W rms min, 250W rms max
-Dimensions: 27 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W x 17"D, Weight: 90lbs
-Internal wiring: Powerline speaker cable
The Megawoofer (same driver as used in the RM/X and VMPS's other top models) improves upon those specs.
Price is for both, but certainly up for a reasonable offer. May consider a trade for comparable value headphones.
do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers
post id: 6877971128 posted: 25 days ago updated: 3 days ago email to friend ♥ best of [?]
VMPS RM30 with VMPS Larger Subwoofer for sale
VMPS Ribbon Monitor 30M, Series 1 ($3500)
- Megawoofer upgrade ($380)
- TRT caps upgrade ($1200)
- Analysis Plus wiring ($400)
- VIP Woodworks rosewood upgrade ($800)
Total price new was $6280 not including tax/shipping.
VMPS Larger Subwoofer w/ Megawoofers ($839)
- Piano Black finish
- Big Bump PR added (not sure there was a cost)
Sale price $2,000 for the set. Speakers can be delivered to the Milwaukee/Chicago area for the cost of the gas.
I also have a Yamaha P2500S amp that I have been using to power the sub that I can make you a good deal on.
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VMPS Original Subwoofers (x2) - (Ilwaco, OR) $500
https://portland.craigslist.org/nco/ele/d/ilwaco-vmps-original-subwoofers-x2/6877971128.html (https://portland.craigslist.org/nco/ele/d/ilwaco-vmps-original-subwoofers-x2/6877971128.html)
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"For sale 2x The Original VMPS Subwoofers with the Megawoofer upgrade. Passive subwoofers with Brian Cheney's unique slot-loaded passive radiator design. Front firing 12" carbon fiber cone driver with wood phase plug wih a down-firing 15" passive radiator. Cabinets were refinished by a previous owner and grill cloth replaced. Look better in person than in the photos.
Specs for the original subwoofer:
The Original VMPS Subwoofer
-Frequency Response: +0,-3dB, 19Hz-600Hz
-THD no more than 0.5%, 22Hz-600Hz with 1W drive
-Sensitivity: 94dB/1W/1m
-Maximum undistorted output: 126dB/1m for 5% THD
-Driver Complement: bottom-firing, mass-loaded, slot-loaded 15" passive radiator, front-firing 12" polypropylene cone woofer
-Recommended crossover range: 60Hz-300Hz
-Impedance: 8 Ohms
-Power Requirements 20W rms min, 250W rms max
-Dimensions: 27 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W x 17"D, Weight: 90lbs
-Internal wiring: Powerline speaker cable
The Megawoofer (same driver as used in the RM/X and VMPS's other top models) improves upon those specs.
Price is for both, but certainly up for a reasonable offer. May consider a trade for comparable value headphones."
VMPS Tower II SE Speakers - (Bethlehem, PA) $800
https://allentown.craigslist.org/ele/d/bethlehem-vmps-tower-ii-se-speakers/6842826492.html (https://allentown.craigslist.org/ele/d/bethlehem-vmps-tower-ii-se-speakers/6842826492.html)
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"Older audiophile grade full range tower speakers. If you are not familiar with the name VMPS google for more info an reviews. Excellent sound and amazing bass. No need for subs....trust me.
VMPS is no longer in business due to the passing of the owner. Manufactured on west coast and rarely seen on east coast due to cost of shipping and not sold in retail chain stores.
Can hear set up with older Adcom equipment.
Full range sound with very high hz ribbon tweeters, Focal dome tweeters, 5” mid range, 12” mid bass, 12” woofer, 12” passive radiator bottom firing with front port. These are serious two channel speakers. Can bi-amp. Frequency adjustable mid, high, low.
NOTE: price low as the Focal inverted dome tweeters need rebuild.
Adcom 5500 amp and Adcom GP-450 with remote also for sale. Ask about the bundle package."
Rare VMPS Super Tower III SE Speakers - (Wauconda, Illinois) $2500 BIN
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-VMPS-Super-Tower-III-SE-Speakers-Tested-Great-Shape-Please-Read/283455501831?hash=item41ff43b607:g:cfIAAOSw~dVct8NZ&redirect=mobile (https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-VMPS-Super-Tower-III-SE-Speakers-Tested-Great-Shape-Please-Read/283455501831?hash=item41ff43b607:g:cfIAAOSw~dVct8NZ&redirect=mobile)
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"Up for sale is for a pair of VMPS Super Tower III Sepcial Version. Each speaker weights about 300lbs so local pick up only. Unless you can make arrgrement shipping company comes to pick them up. Then I will ship these for you.
The VMPS super tower III SE speakers are in Very good cosmetic condition with some visible scratches and scuffs on cabinets. One grill frame was repaired by previous owner and other grill frame was cracked when we remove the grill for inspection the drives. All drivers are in Excellent condition without any damages on dustcaps, cone or surround. Except the 15' passive woofers at bottom need to be refoam.
These speakers have been tested and in working properly. I ran a frequency test from 20hz to 20Khz through the speakers to make sure all drivers produce sound. All switches in rear are also checked and work fine.
Feel free to ask questions. I will try my best to answer it. Thank you and good luck!"
VMPS 626R speakers & VMPS 215/VSS Subwoofer (rare)--Piano Black Finish. - (Glenview, Illinois) $2200 BIN
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-626R-speakers-VMPS-215-VSS-Subwoofer-rare-Piano-Black-Finish-/123926792205 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-626R-speakers-VMPS-215-VSS-Subwoofer-rare-Piano-Black-Finish-/123926792205)
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"VMPS 626R speakers & VMPS 215/VSS Subwoofer (rare)--Piano Black Finish. One of the best sounding monitors ever made and this particular pair is at the top of the VMPS line because they were customized to the max.
-626R are fully loaded with Soundcoat inside, Auricaps, Bullet Phase Plug with 40 ou. magnets, and the FST tweeters.
Condition is 7-8 out of 10. Original list price was $3,295
No grills
-215/VSS subwoofer has excellent power, upgraded VSS drivers and passive radiator. Original list price was $1,595
Condition is 7 out of 10. You can see in the photos that there are nicks along the top edges and the front right foot has veneer peeling at the corner.
Grill included for the sub
-Also included are Skylan stands with dry silica sand in them. Original list price was $400
There is NO shipping, local pickup only to Glenview, IL 60025
I prefer to sell as a set, but would be willing to consider selling separate components. Please feel free to contact me with questions or to make an offer."
VMPS Super Tower III Special Ribbon Edition - (Roswell, GA) $5500
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-Special-Ribbon-Edition/123537818283?hash=item1cc36d82ab:g:1oMAAOSwEVtcDtmi&redirect=mobile (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-III-Special-Ribbon-Edition/123537818283?hash=item1cc36d82ab:g:1oMAAOSwEVtcDtmi&redirect=mobile)
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"This is an improved (with the help of the late Brian Cheney) version of the $19,900 VMPS Super Tower III SRE (Special Ribbon Edition) speakers. The problem of limited vertical dispersion of the ribbon tweeters in the original version was addressed, per Mr. Cheney's suggestion, by adding a second tweeter. Later top of the line VMPS models addressed this problem by making the ribbon tweeter aimable. These speakers require three stereo amps and a three way electronic crossover. The amps are not included but a preconfigured Behringer DCX2496 crossover/DSP unit is, as well as a passive blocking unit using Auricap blocking caps to protect and properly load the ribbon tweeters. If you bring your amplifiers I can use my PC based measurement system and measuring microphone to dial in the DCX2496 for your equipment.
I have been in the high end audio business for over forty years and these truly unique speakers compare favorably to speakers costing ten to twenty times more. I know that is an outlandish statement, but serious buyers are welcome to audition and decide for themselves. Local pickup only with your crew. Each speaker weighs approximately 325 pounds."
VMPS Active Electronic Crossover with separate power supply - (Spring City, PA) $450
The drivers include:
(4) 15" Woven Carbon Fiber Subwoofers
(2) 12" Woven Carbon Fiber Woofers
(5) 10" Woven Carbon Fiber Woofers
(6) 5 1/4" Woven Carbon Fiber Midrange drivers
(7) 1" Focal Reference T120 Tweeters
(2) 2" Ribbon Tweeters
I am open to offers on some or all of these drivers.
Hello,
I'm interested in "2" 12" (8 ohms?) WCFs, "2" 5 1/4 WCFs and a "2" of the Focal 120 (as close to matched as I can get).
If you'll PM me with what you think is fair. I may be interested in the whole lot, if we can work a deal.
It would be a shame if the cabinets, got chopped. Sure would make a serious bass enclosure, even
cut just above the 12" or 15" for that matter and lids added..BOOM, BOOM, for sure.
The 10" WCFs are single stack on the magnets? (bass couplers/8 ohm?)
Regards
What a crime/shame this man has decided to part these speakers out. I dont know what he's thinking.....the parts can't be worth more than the whole.
I'm not the owner; I'm just advertising the items for sale. You'll have to respond directly to the seller, through the US Audio Mart link, if you're interested in purchasing the drivers.
Good luck.
Thanks Stimpy, I got hold of him, the cost was ok. Shipping would be a bit, weight, bulk. He sold the BG RD75s
I did find another pair of BG Pro 1.9 75" and one BG RD75, all were the same price. I guess the BG RD75 had Neos,
the Pro didn't.
The listing has been removed...have they been sold?
BTW...introducing myself here. My first purchase of VMPS speakers was in about 1981. As a 20 yr old audiophile, I thought the advertisement in the back of Audio magazine was too good to be true. So, I drove to Lake Arrowhead in Southern California and listened to some VMPS speakers at a dealer's house. He was the owner of a Radio Shack up there.
Bought a kit pair of Super Towers for $1000. My roommates thought I was a nutcase. But once I got them together...Man, did we rock the neighborhood!
A year or two later I saw a pair of JVC Ribbon Supertweeters at a speaker electronics shop in Los Angeles and called Brian about them. He said, yes, they are the newly upgraded super tweeters for my model. So, I bought a pair for about $35 I think (my speakers had the original dome super tweeters) and Brian sent me the components to change the crossovers.
A couple of years later the spider of the passive radiators failed. Brian sent new ones at no charge.
About 10 yrs later, the foam surrounds on all the 15" and 12" woofers disintegrated, and Brian sold me new rubber surround woofers and crossover components for $300.
Believe it or not, I am still running these speakers as the main speakers in my home theater system.
From about 1980 to 1995 I went to the CES every year and visited Brian's room. I always introduced myself, but he never seemed really talkative. Maybe he was wondering why a 25 yr old Southern California surfer type boy with shaggy hair would be interested in his stuff.
VMPS RM30 Ribbon Monitor Speakers - (Salt Lake City, Utah) $2500
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-RM30-Ribbon-Monitor-Speakers-Sound-amazing-in-good-physical-shape-/174097467338 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-RM30-Ribbon-Monitor-Speakers-Sound-amazing-in-good-physical-shape-/174097467338)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=200924)
"VMPS RM30 Ribbon Monitor Speakers - Sound amazing - some scratches . Condition is Used. This speakers are on perfect working condition and sound amazing. They have some outside scratches , are missing a screen on one front speakers and the bottom is loose on one speaker. Please feel free to ask questions. This speakers have a reputation. I will discuss shipping if serious. Sold as is."
They are to be delivered on the 16th. I won't even be able to listen to them for 10 days or so.
A road trip starts that Sunday night, as soon as I'm finished off loading them.
I can't wait. Maybe I'll play hooky, "Oh I'll pass, you go on and enjoy yourself, the ol back is acting up"..Might work!! LOL
OldHvyMec..
Got them on the 18th.
Ok I have the RM30s in hand, I've never seen such a thing. One of the cabinets does not have a
side firing 10" hole cut. One yes one no. The monitor section sound good, not great yet.
I opened one up, I've NEVER seen insulation packed so tight in my life, in a cabinet.
They have sound coat, No or low res and are like tapping on green concrete. I did look at the
XOs (after digging out the insulation, literally) somebody used VHQ stolen and acura caps. The inductors
were hand wound in the band pass section. Ever see this, No side firing hole?
Early / late model? I think late.. Crazy..
Regards
I’ll send money for those Tower II SE’s right now if they are still available. The posting has been deleted but one can hope...I’m searching for a pair of these
I was close to ordering the RM 30’s way back when. I auditioned them, but never pulled the trigger.
There were 2 models, the C were the sans woofer model, while the M Had the side firing woofers (I wanted the M’s).
Why someone would want one of each is a mystery.
I wonder too if there were 4 at one point and used for home theater with the two C’s up front with subs. Perhaps they got split up and no one noticed the difference? Lots of guesses, but there had to be a reason.
I recall James Romeyn looked the C’s better than the M’s...
Enjoy your speakers.
Where are you located? East Coast, West coast?. They are a great speaker. Your new to VMPS?
If they come up, try to get WCF drivers, it is a big improvement over the stock drivers.
They also have BR surrounds, will last a LONG time..
The stockers are great with tubes if your a tube guy...I ran TIIse with stock drivers and a MC275 biwired for a long time
Heck you want to join the RMx Elixir club... less than 9 pairs world wide. I have a pair. Very good shape, well taken care of.
Stunning
GREAT..stuff.
Regards
Located in Ga
I just put a pair of RM40s up for sale in Boston.
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=169679.msg1797914#new
PRICE DROP - Now $1100.00...! :D
VMPS RM-1 in Bay Area.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ele/d/santa-rosa-vmps-rm-1-speakers/7116105639.html
Super Tower III, are rare.. There is a guy here that chimed in a while back, he has a pair. Look back through the thread.
Ones has a 75" ribbon, one has a 3" HFT ribbon. 3-4000.00 new vs 15-20K new
Front baffle on the STIII is corian, these are serious speakers...450 lbs or more some crazy thing.. I thought my 400 pounders
were heavy...
Regards
Watch Ebay in the past few months there have been 2 sets of ST III's that sold, 1 for $2500 and the other for less...He offered to sell them to me for $1600
6 months or so ago a man tried to sell set of the SRE's and couldn't and parted them out. Look up in this thread.
VMPS SUPERTOWER/R SPECIAL EDITION - (Walnut Creek, CA) $1100
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/d/walnut-creek-vmps-supertower-special/7152687090.html (https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ele/d/walnut-creek-vmps-supertower-special/7152687090.html)
"Up for sale is my VMPS SUPERTOWER/R SPECIAL EDITION Speakers, you don't see these come up for sale often so hurry up and get them while you can. Have a custom speaker made sp these have to go, sound amazing. Read about them, they go down to 20hz. Will blow you away."
How are the speakers doing.. forget the member, LOL. Just kidding How are you doing?
I bet they do sound like no other.
The FST on the Elixir was a pure afterthought....No idea on that one.. But this is a GREAT fix, Now for a great 25 watt amp and a really good passive XO for the new Tweet... Maybe mount a little Purfi module. I don't use the bass section anyway... I'll post some pics, I got a few over the last year...
I'll work out the mounting baffle. Neo 8 / FST, no rewire, just move the drivers to the baffle. Route the opening with a template or make a separate enclosure for the FST and Neo 8 and leave the wiring. Install the new wiring for the AC G1, Install the new baffle insert or enclosure. and be done with it..
Regards..
I doubt I'll ever replace them short of a fire happening but I do have to give you credit for cutting
into a set of elixirs, No way I could do that.
That was an option, I went with option 2. I started building a nice enclosure for the back. The neo 8 can
be clocked vertical or horizontal, left, right top or bottom. Same with the FST. Easier to get the height
right and no XO change, just add an external XO with LPad and their own little 25-30 watt pass
design amp..and of course the AC G1s in the front seated height position, where the old Neo 8 was.
The wiring for the front firing FST (including LPad with an "off" position), is moved to the
rear enclosure. The front firing neo 8 and an added LPad with off position, is moved to the rear enclosure.
About 15-20 hours will get it to primer. No enclosure mod other than removing the old FST enclosure, and a
single hollow bulkhead fitting for wires to pass through, and anchor the two enclosures to the Elixir cabinets.
Going back to stock only requires a large polished brass carriage bolt, washers, for the inside, and wing nuts..
Put the FST enclosure back on top, DONE...
The top mount FST just doesn't work right. No idea WHY it was done that way.. This will fix A LOT of the issue.
with no big cabinet mods..
Regards
VMPS RM1 AUDIOPHILE SPEAKERS - (SOMA /South Beach, CA) $700The planar panel is not original, at least I've never seen one like that, and the tweeter looks like it came from an Infinity speaker, it says Kappa on the face plate. Who knows what's inside.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/ele/d/san-francisco-vmps-rm1-audiophile/7161527653.html (https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/ele/d/san-francisco-vmps-rm1-audiophile/7161527653.html)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212067)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212068)
"These are great sounding speakers, with on sonic issues whatsoever. They have a bit of a cult following and with good reason, I actually purchased these from the former production manager at VMPS the were part of his collection. Speakers are the upgraded version of the RM1 with all the best components. I am selling because I find that they are too big for my small space, bookshelf speakers seem to work best for me here. Shoot me a quick email with your phone number and I will get back to you. I'm listed on Audiogon as geraldspade my reputation.... :-)at least in the audio word is impeccable. Last but not least no shenanigans please, I was born at night just not last night!"
VMPS Tower II Speakers - (South Bend, IN) $900
https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649639029-vmps-tower-ii-speakers/ (https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649639029-vmps-tower-ii-speakers/)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212367)
"Vmps Tower II speakers mint condition, all drivers are original and work perfectly. No Shipping."
The planar panel is not original, at least I've never seen one like that, and the tweeter looks like it came from an Infinity speaker, it says Kappa on the face plate. Who knows what's inside.
Various VMPS Drivers
X3967 15" Inch Speaker - (Old Appleton, Missouri) $65.95
https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-X3967-15-Inch-Speaker-3-1-2-3-/124205818918 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-X3967-15-Inch-Speaker-3-1-2-3-/124205818918)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212368)
MLO Ribbon Tweeter 1.4 - (Old Appleton, Missouri) $23.00
https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-MLO-Ribbon-Tweeter-1-4-/164225038452 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-MLO-Ribbon-Tweeter-1-4-/164225038452)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212369)
HRC 5 1/4" Mid Range 1.2 - (Old Appleton, Missouri) $32.55 - $39.77
https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-HRC-5-1-4-Mid-Range-1-2-/164225025831 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-HRC-5-1-4-Mid-Range-1-2-/164225025831)
https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-HRC-5-1-4-Mid-Range-D-1-2-/124205734350 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-HRC-5-1-4-Mid-Range-D-1-2-/124205734350)
https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-HRC-5-1-4-Mid-Range-to-1-2-/124205732877 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-HRC-5-1-4-Mid-Range-to-1-2-/124205732877)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212370)
Crossover NETWORK 1.4 - (Old Appleton, Missouri) $49.77
https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-Crossover-NETWORK-1-4-/124205735170 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-Crossover-NETWORK-1-4-/124205735170)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212371)
Free VMPS Cabinets - (Old Appleton, Missouri)
https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-Crossover-NETWORK-1-4-/124205735170 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/V-M-P-S-Vintage-Tower-Speakers-Drivers-Crossover-NETWORK-1-4-/124205735170)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212372)
VMPS Super Tower Bass Woofers New Foam! - (Pasadena, California) $75.00
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-Bass-Woofers-New-Foam-/254663332778 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Super-Tower-Bass-Woofers-New-Foam-/254663332778)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212392)
VMPS Speakers, SUBWOOFER 12 inch Dual voice coil. - (Willow Springs, Illinois) $48.00
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Speakers-SUBWOOFER-12-inch-Dual-voice-coil-6-Ohm-impedance-/184327960346 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Speakers-SUBWOOFER-12-inch-Dual-voice-coil-6-Ohm-impedance-/184327960346)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=212393)
Re. VMPS Surround Dipole...for the few to no readers who don't know, with the advent of Dolby Digital True HD, Dolby recommends exclusively monopole surrounds; no other radiating pattern is recommended. That leaves the Surround Dipole for pre-DD True HD, which I presume is of zero interest, or music. For music, dipoles need ideally 5.5 feet between the speaker's rear drivers and the front wall, but really, this spec (10ms delay target) is for wavelengths well above the bass range. The minimum delay path length is much longer at this speaker's cutoff in the mid 40s. For that performance reason I'd pass on that speaker unless you can get 10 feet spacing to the front wall.
Fred,Interesting! It looks like a different speaker with the BG driver.
The earliest RM series employed Boehlender Graebner planar type mid range as pictured. Said mids have a copper dusted or plated diaphragm, some with so much green oxidation atop the copper that it looked like plant life was coming.
IIRC, Brian did employ a certain (small) number of NOS spiral planar tweeters with Infinity's "Kappa" stenciled on its face plate.
My biggest and only suspicion is timing. I thought, but could absolutely be wrong, that the "Kappa" stenciled tweeters arrived later than the BG mid ranges. Another alternative is that someone blew and replaced the OEM tweeter with a later Kappa stenciled tweeter.
Again, I could be wrong, but AFAIK there's only one spiral planar tweeter that looks like that, and they all derived from the original Infinity Kappa series, and they all perform the same. If someone knows different please correct this error.
RM-30 Series 2 in piano black Auri caps for sale. These are mine. Sorry, no shipping.
https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649649146-vmps-rm-30-speakers/
https://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/ele/d/carlsborg-fs-vmps-rm-30-speakers/7184749251.html
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=213705)
Hey George,
How did you like the speakers without the foam on the tweeters? How did they sound like that? I've had a pair of RM30's, 626R's, and 2 different pairs of RM40's WITH the foam on the tweeters. I've never heard the VMPS speakers without the foam. My foam is really almost shot looking from up close due to a product I used to shine the speakers touching the foam and partially dissolved the foam pieces.
Thanks for any info,
Bob
And I thank you, George!Dang Jake that makes 3 main speakers sets if you still have the PSB's.
RM-2's in Western North Carolina for $850. Location is almost equidistant from Atlanta, Knoxville, and Charlotte.
https://asheville.craigslist.org/ele/d/brevard-vmps-rm2-loudspeakers/7200855737.html
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=215047)
The Super Towers are interesting... They are original vintage from the early to mid-80s. I have the exact same pair of myself. Probably the mid-80s because they have the JVC leaf / ribbon super tweeter. While the very originals, the Motorola piezoo as the super tweeter on the front panel as well.
However, the 15-in woofer does not look original. Or maybe it's the very first original one... I had mine replaced after about 10 years with the white ones, after the surround s disintegrated on the original
He mentions the tower twos, but these are clearly super temps. yet the measurements he gave, our measurements for the tower too. The super towers are closer to 60 in tall, and weigh dr about 140 lb
Hi stimpy,
The speakers were purchased from a place called the Long Ear, a store up in Big Bear Lke California, in June of 1980. They were purchased as a kit, $500 a piece (which was half of the assembled price, and I think about $100 less than what the MSRP was of a kit), and shipped directly from VMPS to my home. The first few years of the Super Tower, had a driver arrangement as you see on mine. The symmetrical arrangement, with no right and left speaker. This is also how they were pictured if I remember correctly in advertisements in the back of Audio magazine. A few years later I believe Brian changed the driver placement. In addition, the original ones I purchased had the Motorola piezo tweeter, you know the one that's on top of the speaker, as the super tweeter on the front panel as well. A few years later I replaced it with the JVC ribbon/leaf super tweeter. The squarish silver one.
You know I'm in the same situation. I have all the drivers, the cabinets but no XOs. I want to finish mine out,
BUT I'm really not a surround guy, more to the fact, I just happen to have the parts, hence, No real need.
The parts may be used better elsewhere, maybe if I could come up with a few more.
I also have 2 sets of late model black RM30 cabinets, and know of a third, pair, partially
built.
The RM30s are scarce, especially of late. In over 2 years, 1 "OK" pair have been sold.
I have XOs in RM30s I use, I suppose I could pull and copy them.
I can swap them out, when the other project is finished up, and running.
Elixirs with the FST fix.
I'm looking for RM30 parts, what's out there? ANYONE!!! OX would be real cool, NO 10"
driver (wired out of the schemo) would make it really, REALLY cool, 6.5" drivers, Neos,
I can get the FSTs at PE. I think I know where a few Neos are..Just not painted. I'll have
to make pedestals.
PM let me know, how ever you want to do, That ok Mr Stimpy?
Regards
OK Everyone.. You too Mr Stimpy, I hope you're all better from the Covid? Serious stuff...
Me it went from a spider bite, to a bruise, to a blood clot, to a heart attack or two or three. Yup rough 10-12 weeks for me too.
One balloon, two stints...and blood thinners, modern medicine, great stuff...
Regards
VMPS (Original "Tallboy" Larger) Subwoofer - (Lorain, OH) $600
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/ele/d/lorain-vmps-subwoofer/7231159362.html (https://cleveland.craigslist.org/ele/d/lorain-vmps-subwoofer/7231159362.html)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=217098)
"The Larger sub comes with two active woofers (12-inch and 15-inch) and a 15-inch downward-firing, slot-loaded passive radiator. This subwoofer is very substantial as the large (39”h x 22”w x 17”d) size and massive drivers allow this sub to achieve of 17Hz with a 3dB rolloff point!"
Brian has mentioned a speaker he built for a "Grammy Award winning Producer" in a few posts. I find it likely that these are the special digital edition (SDE) RM-2 FST speakers Brian lugged (personally delivered and set up) for Grammy winning Producer Norman Dayron in 2008. https://www.discogs.com/artist/386812-Norman-Dayron
The eBay seller is a tad confused on some of the specifics as yes those are Aurum Cantus GS2si's and same neo used in all the ribbon monitor (RM) series. IMO the seller's hyperbole about original selling price is total BS as is the desired price the seller mentions.
These are posts about what I believe are these speakers. Also, think about this... Brian lugging those speakers to the guys home in 2008!"
These are set up for tri-wiring. Was that the SDE edition? Mine have the AC ribbons, but only bi-wire.
Lol.
Does anybody know exactly what model these are? And the time they were sold?
So, my guess is they didn't originally come with the Dayton amp. I'm assuming they have passive crossovers inside.
Also, I would guess they are sort of bass equivalent to the Tower II speakers as the drivers are the same size?
These are set up for tri-wiring. Was that the SDE edition? Mine have the AC ribbons, but only bi-wire.
Aren't those tweeters the Aurum Cantus G2Si?
And yeah, the Birds-eye Maple veneer is one I have never seen on any VMPS and even with those bad picks you can easily see the flaws. Poorly done job and also not a quality level that I've seen to date.
Just my .02.
VMPS Subwoofer Pair with Dayton SA1000 Amp - $1 (Monrovia)
Insanely deep low end, the amplifier is very flexible and can be setup to either gently feather a little extra bass in there or absolutely part your hair. You know you need stereo subs and I need these out of my garage. Make me an realistic offer. Trades, whatever. I could use a preamp....Audio stuff.....anything
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/ele/d/monrovia-vmps-subwoofer-pair-with/7280879435.html
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=221169)
VMPS speaker full range ( look like standard RM-2 w/FST tweeters to me )
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=221122)
VMPS Speakers Full Range. Condition is "Used".
Wehave a pair of custom made VMPS speakers which were made for a Grammy AwardWinning Producer and are one of a kind. Here are some fine details on thebuild quality and driver topology:
Cabinets: These areusing 1.5 inch MDF laid over a birds eye maple. The finish is a 10/10.The cost alone just for the veneer was $3,000. Standard speakers aremade with 3/4 inch MDF so these are double that.
Tweeters: These arethe BEST hand made JVC ribbon tweeters and are the same as the $20,000 pairProac's and the ATC speakers
Mid-range drivers:These are planar magnetic drivers made and are hand built magnesium frames tohold the ribbons versus sheet metal on the original ones. They were madeusing a spectro-graphic analysis.
Woofers: These usecarbon-fibre 12 inch woofers; one active and one passive. One has a phaseplug driven by the air inside.
Sound: We had thesesetup in our store with McIntosh MC1.25 amps with a Lumin X1streamer/DAC/Preamp and the soundstage was to die for. The sound is veryinvolving; similar to many $20,000 pair + speakers. If you are in themarket for a new pair of speakers costing up to $10,000 pair, these speakerswill be on your short list. The original owner paid $15,000 for this pair andthese can be yours for only $6500.00 pair. Offers will beconsidered.
We will alsoinclude for free a Behringer Ultradrice Pro DCX2496 electronic crossover inwhich the original owner of the speakers used to tri-amp these speakers.
LOCAL PICKUP ONLY ORYOU CAN ARRANGE FOR BOXING AND SHIPPING.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Speakers-Full-Range-/363298964536?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292
I would not have any issues purchasing those subs sight unseen. WRT your driver repair costs question, no idea. I have a pair of older VMPS subs and IMO they should be good for another 40 years. That amp is a mono amp, so you likely would need another. IMO the value of the subs are approximately $125 each and $250 for amp. Amp is in current production and is $419 new, but generally sell for $250 used.
Another set being sold in TX asking $300 for pair: https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649682345-vsmp-subwoofer-pair/
VMPS Subwoofer Pair with Dayton SA1000 Amp - $1 (Monrovia)
Insanely deep low end, the amplifier is very flexible and can be setup to either gently feather a little extra bass in there or absolutely part your hair. You know you need stereo subs and I need these out of my garage. Make me an realistic offer. Trades, whatever. I could use a preamp....Audio stuff.....anything
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/ele/d/monrovia-vmps-subwoofer-pair-with/7280879435.html
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=221169)
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/786422525324848
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/246429827142585
Back up for sale: VMPS RM-2 Custom speakers
https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649709767-vmps-custom-speakers/
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=223954)
(Updated 4/26) Vintage stereo speakers, amp, receiver, RTR, turntable... Falls Church, VA
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/d/falls-church-updated-26-vintage-stereo/7312863060.html (https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ele/d/falls-church-updated-26-vintage-stereo/7312863060.html)
No Pictures.
"Speakers:
• VMPS RM40 monster tower speakers, with matching LRC center speaker. These beast weight 200+ lbs each, and are in full working condition. All of the components are original and works fine, even the ribbons. The center speaker is missing the 2 knobs on the back for the pots adjustment. Price is $2000 for the pair, and $350 for the center."
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=224016)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=224017)
Link works for me , you have to scroll through the listing, I’m not seeing pictures of Vmps items, but Stimpy probably messaged the person for pictures. He has a lot of stuff for sale.
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisaab2f-vmps-rm30-series-ll-in-piano-black-incredible-sonics-build-beautiful-full-range
In Maryland. Seller asking $3800. Nice looking pair FWIW.
Seller wrote, "They are 3 years old, and were two years in the making." Brian died 9 years ago. I'm not so ambitious as to ask about seller's math. Maybe they're one of the pairs created from NOS.
Yeah, I chuckled at that. I seem to remember this phrase as something I saw in a listing recently...
"I was not going to sell these, but because I am
retiring in a few months, and for the right reasons, I have decided to let them
leave me. "
Anybody else remember this?
I also posed the age question on the sellers listing. Lets see what he says...
Hello, its me the seller of the 30's on Agon. I've been in the industry for a very long time, so please spare me the ridiculous comments about authenticity. I refuse to belittle myself getting into pissing match with anyone on a website. Steve..
Would like to trade these vintage VMPS tower speakers (RUSSELLTON, PA)
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ele/d/russellton-would-like-to-trade-these/7341284812.html (https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ele/d/russellton-would-like-to-trade-these/7341284812.html)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=227651)
"would like to trade these speaker for a high end receiver or a few good old receivers silver face only maybe a good old cd player too . these are close to five tall you can come try theses out at my house i had the woofers reformed they are very big and sound great . call with what you got or text me some pics."
RM40's in Santa Monica area. I may have been in that room?
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=228901)
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ele/d/los-angeles-vmps-rm40-bcse-with-oxo/7367742525.html
Yes, I think you have too 8)
VMPS RM30 - (Foley, AL) $2100
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisac6ch-vmps-rm30-speaker (https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisac6ch-vmps-rm30-speaker)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=229253)
"For those of you who do not know what these are. They are like a smaller version of the infinity IRS . This company won best of CES many years ago. They do everything well. Here is a quote from Stereo Times buy Frank Alles ( The RM 30 is a speaker that can match the dynamic capabilities of competent horns, the immediacy of electrostatics and planar-magnetics, and the fine detailing and imaging of the best dynamic designs.) I bought and later sold a set of Magnepan 3.7I’s after comparing them to my VMPS RM 30’s. If you’re not familiar with the speakers there are plenty of reviews online.
This pair is Gloss piano black and has the $1200 upgrade TRT caps.The selling price is $2100 If paying with PayPal, please at 4%. I prefer not to ship. If you pick them up from my home I will take $2000 cash."
is this your only pair of RM-40's left?
Would like to trade these vintage VMPS tower speakers (RUSSELLTON, PA)
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ele/d/russellton-would-like-to-trade-these/7341284812.html (https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ele/d/russellton-would-like-to-trade-these/7341284812.html)
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"would like to trade these speaker for a high end receiver or a few good old receivers silver face only maybe a good old cd player too . these are close to five tall you can come try theses out at my house i had the woofers reformed they are very big and sound great . call with what you got or text me some pics."
VMPS Audio Super Tower III SE/R - (Duluth, Georgia) $500
https://www.ebay.com/itm/224632375417 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/224632375417)
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"VMPS Audio Super Tower III SE/R Speaker
Currently in use, it is in good condition. Retail price : USD$13,000.00
It is not packed in wooden boxes, only thick cloth packaging, and only local pick-up is allowed."
Fly to Georgia, rent a U Haul van, drive home, be happy. Or hire a custom shipping service to pack and ship them, not UPS. I suspect the item wasn't sold, the listing was removed.
Frieghters & Craters is one company. I've also heard (read) Old Dominion is a good quality shipper but I don't think they provide crating.
Google shippers that specialize in handling antique furniture and will crate the speakers. Will not be cheap and if it were me (in my younger days) I would likely go with Letitroll's plan because it would be way more fun.
DavidC1
If it gets to be too much for your desires, I’d be interested in buying them from you. I live in upstate SC and am only half day away. I know it’s not likely, just throwing it out there.
Steven
....I haven't told my wife yet...so who knows?!....
Davidc1
Just checking in man. Did you ever get these home? If not, I’m still interested.
Given the vintage of these speakers and Brian's subsequent advances in crossover components it would probably be worth replacing at least the capacitors and possibly the binding posts (or doing away with them entirely and direct wiring instead). John Casler can probably give you some help with this.
I would ask John. There were some specific capacitor brands Brian came to like, and some since his passing (e.g., Dueland) which have become high-end favorites.
VMPS Larger Subwoofer. Portland Oregon. Pickup Only (Not mine)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMPS-Larger-Subwoofer-Very-Good-Condition/133973213344
For sale is the VMPS Larger subwoofer, all 6.2 cubic feet of it. I am the original owner. This is a passive subwoofer that requires separate amplification and a low pass filter (such as a subwoofer jack on a receiver). It has no internal crossover. It consists of a 12” active driver, a 15” active driver, and a 15” slot-loaded passive radiator. This model has the “megawoofer” option, which gives it greater power handling (600 watts) and rubber surrounds on the drivers, rather than foam. Because of its large size, it is efficient; I used a 60 watt per channel amplifier and it was more than I needed in a large (25x14) home theater room. It has separate binding posts for each of the active 8-ohm drivers, for use with a stereo amp, or the drivers can be driven in parallel for a 4-ohm load for a mono amp.
Congrats, George! That is one awesome looking system.
Dream system, George!
Do you fab your room treatment pieces or are they "pro made"?
Thanks. A little of both. I used GIK Acoustic pieces for soffit bass traps in corners and a couple thick bass wall panels.
All the 2 x 4 panels and ceiling to wall bass traps are DIY. Mineral wool, inner covering at JoAnn's fabric, Guilford of Maine outer covering, 1X4's, and some time. It was still around $55/panel as opposed to $88/panel before shipping from GIK so a bit of cost savings.
VMPS Mini Tower IIa Floorstanding Speakers - (Johns Creek, GA) $300
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/ele/d/alpharetta-vmps-mini-tower-iia/7428225197.html (https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/ele/d/alpharetta-vmps-mini-tower-iia/7428225197.html)
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"VMPS Mini Tower IIa Floorstanding 5-way speakers.
Dimensions: 39" x 12" x 15". Weight: 75 lbs each.
Good condition, great sound."
Speakers - (Indianapolis, Indiana) $1,600
https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/ele/d/michigan-city-speakers/7469163414.html (https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/ele/d/michigan-city-speakers/7469163414.html)
"VMPS Super Tower R/ SE"
Michigan City, IN
Still, just a tad too far...! :wink:
VMPS Dipole speakers - tested, working - (Lolo, Montana) $125.00
https://www.ebay.com/itm/165729171397?hash=item26963a77c5%3Ag%3AGNEAAOSwjSNjQ3Q-&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&campid=5335981329&customid=&toolid=10049 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/165729171397?hash=item26963a77c5%3Ag%3AGNEAAOSwjSNjQ3Q-&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&campid=5335981329&customid=&toolid=10049)
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"These VMPS Dipole speakers are in very good physical condition with a few scuffs and marks (patina - see photos). The speakers are very solid (21 lbs each, 9.5"D x 8.125"W x 16.25H) with speakers and grills on 2 sides (dipole - see photos). The grills are also in very good condition (see photos). Consecutive serial numbers.
The speakers have been tested and no problems were found.
Includes only the pair of speakers with grills as pictured.
Local pickup, or ships carefully packed. I try to ship the day after payment (or the day of) whenever possible, but sometimes it takes 4-5 business days to ship."
Got 'em!!!
Looking for 626R or Center channel. They don't have to look good since they will be behind the screen.
Looking for 626R or Center channel. They don't have to look good since they will be behind the screen.
Are you looking for a pair or single 626R? I have a very nice pair of Rosewoods with FS tweeters and Megawoofer that I purchased from John. They’ve been sitting unused for some time. Original boxes and one grill included (tabs broke off the other grill). I can send photos if you’re interested.
Ken
I really only need one but would take a pair depending on how much you want and where you are. I'm sure the pictures you posted are fine except my vision is so bad I can't tell anything about them. My 110" screen is about the only thing I see anymore and even then I lose track of things under fast action. Is it that you no longer have the second grill or that s is just broken? Sorry for the slow reply but I didn't catch the notification message.
OK, I have a set of 626JR's coming in. One has a blown tweeter but I know that the FST tweeter was an option and they are still available. My question is if the FST version had any crossover changes or was it a drop-in upgrade? Misco still makes the woofer that came with the JR if I need those. Lower power and no phase plug but with an 80hz crossover to the subs that probably doesn't matter too much. I don't remember what midrange panel was being used in 1998 when these were made but I guess I'll find out. I really hope those are good since I know a panel change means new crossovers too.
I think crossover is pretty close but, here are values for FST tweeter .25mH coil, 1.32uF - 1.36uF capacitor
I need to downsize my system a bit so unfortunately that means letting go of my VMPS. I have some RM40s, a RM30 Center, a sub, and 3-4 monitors. I also have several spare ribbon speakers. I am selling all of the above along with an Earthquake Sounds Cinenova 3 for $500 USD - as is. I have no intentions to ship, so the buyer would need to pick up the equipment from my home in Dallas. I am posting here first in the hopes that someone who loves VMPS will give them a good home.
I have some RM40s, a RM30 Center, a sub, and 3-4 monitors. I also have several spare ribbon speakers.
OK, I have a set of 626JR's coming in. One has a blown tweeter but I know that the FST tweeter was an option and they are still available. My question is if the FST version had any crossover changes or was it a drop-in upgrade? Misco still makes the woofer that came with the JR if I need those. Lower power and no phase plug but with an 80hz crossover to the subs that probably doesn't matter too much. I don't remember what midrange panel was being used in 1998 when these were made but I guess I'll find out. I really hope those are good since I know a panel change means new crossovers too.
If it is an FST tweeter, it is likely just the ribbon that is bad. It is a $6 part https://www.parts-express.com/Aurum-Cantus-G2Si-Replacement-Ribbon-276-401?quantity=1 and fairly strightforward. I posted the instructions for performing replacement from Aurum Cantus along with my notes to help with operation. With you site challenge you may be able to find a friend locally who can perform for you. Also if it is just the ribbon, you could send to me and I will replace for you.
Dear VMPS owners and fans,
This is just question to gauge interest in a special run of Misco LLC62W-8A woofer. These came in RM30s and I'm pretty sure 626R and there may be others (LRC?) The more people who express an interest the better chance we can get this done and the more the price per unit will go down. Right now there has to be a firm commitment for 10 units to bring the cost down to $100 per speaker.
If somebody wants to take over keeping track of who wants in and for how many that would be great since I'm legally blind and really don't want to try to read and keep track of emails.
If it is an FST tweeter, it is likely just the ribbon that is bad. It is a $6 part and fairly strightforward. I posted the instructions for performing replacement from Aurum Cantus along with my notes to help with operation. With you site challenge you may be able to find a friend locally who can perform for you. Also if it is just the ribbon, you could send to me and I will replace for you.
When you say ribbon speakers do you mean whole speakers like a 626R for example, or ribbon drivers that go in the speakers?
I asked for a quote for run of 4 a little over a week ago from Misco and had not yet received a response. I take it you have a recent quote?They need to do a run of 10 drivers at $100 ea. Less than 10 kick the price to $200 each. Lead time is 8-12 weeks. I don't know how much lower the price would go if you got more than 10. Since my 626R's that just arrived have the megaqoofer contrary to what the owner said I really don't need any now.
Both. I have had a few questions on what all I have, and to be honest I dont know the details of the speakers that well. I got the speakers from my father along with some spare parts in boxes. I took some photos so maybe they will be more helpful.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/j7wst9y8okiz0d7/AADSa7w1YeM3nRW5ffmV_CgQa?dl=0
That is so very kind of you but this set has the spiral tweeter. They arrived about an hour ago and the one is missing the "wave guide" or grill or whatever you call it on the tweeter. Probably went face down at one point, These spiral tweeter use some kind of one sided sticky material to seal the round tweeter in the rectangular hole. Never having seen the back of a Aurum Cantus G2Si does it have a rectangular body that will fit in the hole with just a round face plate?Is this what they look like? The tweeter was dehorned at Vmps .
Is this what they look like? The tweeter was dehorned at Vmps .
Aurum Cantus G2Si does it have a rectangular body that will fit in the hole with just a round face plate? Yes
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Regular silicone cement should work fine.
When I built my original super towers, that's what I used for all the drivers.
AVB , the FST tweeter comes with a black foam gasket already installed.
I apologize for butting in with something a bit off topic. But since this discussion is so active maybe somebody will know....
My original super towers came with the JVC ribbon super tweeter. The silver one. Does anybody know what supertweeter came after that, and was there a change in the crossover? I asked because both of them burned up the other day and I need to replace them
I need to downsize my system a bit so unfortunately that means letting go of my VMPS. I have some RM40s, a RM30 Center, a sub, and 3-4 monitors. I also have several spare ribbon speakers. I am selling all of the above along with an Earthquake Sounds Cinenova 3 for $500 USD - as is. I have no intentions to ship, so the buyer would need to pick up the equipment from my home in Dallas. I am posting here first in the hopes that someone who loves VMPS will give them a good home.
Hot damn that’s a good deal. Still available?
Not a typo, but thats a limited offer for this group only. Mostly, I would prefer the speakers go to someone who I know will love them. Also please note that the speakers are not in pristine condition. However, the amp was factory refurbished a few years ago, so it should be good.
Dear VMPS owners and fans,
This is just question to gauge interest in a special run of Misco LLC62W-8A woofer. These came in RM30s and I'm pretty sure 626R and there may be others (LRC?) The more people who express an interest the better chance we can get this done and the more the price per unit will go down. Right now there has to be a firm commitment for 10 units to bring the cost down to $100 per speaker.
If somebody wants to take over keeping track of who wants in and for how many that would be great since I'm legally blind and really don't want to try to read and keep track of emails.
Deal of the century in the Dallas area! $1,000 for a pair of RM-40. Three 626's, a RM-30, 3 spare neo-panels, and a Cinenova Grande 3 amp. These are the same as a AC member wyman posted for sale in this thread. They are not mine.
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SOLD. SOLD. SOLD. SOLD. SOLD. SOLD. SOLD. SOLD. SOLD. SOLD SOLD
https://dallas.craigslist.org/sdf/ele/d/mansfield-vmps-vintage-speaker-lot/7606869454.html
These are mine, purchased new from Roop Audio Labs back in 2003. I believe they have all the bells and whistles and John helped me upgrade them a few years back. I also have an LRC available that I haven't listed yet. Moving to a stereo setup with my RM30s so need to find these a good home. Also have some GIK Acoustics Corner CT Alpha Bass Traps in black if anyone is interested, will be listing those as well.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/748219183665715