(Cross-posted with Audiogon and Audiokarma)
Selling a pair of Emerald Physics CS3 speakers. The CS3 is critically acclaimed for its transparency and ability to simulate as "live" a performance as possible from two point source speakers. The level of depth and accuracy is unbelievable. A lot of this is accomplished through a custom programmed Behringer DCX2496 DSP that tailors the frequency response, time delay, and other magical settings to closely match room dynamics. Speakers should be placed at least 2 feet from any wall.
For full range response, these speakers should be coupled with a powered sub (or two) for an incredible experience. If you want to just MELT and listen to music (after setting up the DSP and trusting in its technical prowess) these are the speakers for you. Note, these are one of the last *original* Emerald Physics speakers developed but the original designer, Clayton Shaw, before Walter Liederman bought the company changed the design and components used.
These speakers retailed for $3500 with the optional wood finish.
These are 8/10 condition. I have the plastic covers, spikes, DSP, box and manual for the DSP and the packaging for the Selenium tweeters, but I do not have the boxes/crates for the speakers themselves. The wood finish is excellent, the stands are excellent, the DSP doesn't have a mark on it. Comes with a set of Monoprice XLR/RCA cables to get you started.
Offering them for $1200 or best reasonable offer, BOSTON, MA or LOCAL AREA ONLY. NO SHIPPING.
Demos can be arranged for serious buyers.
A review for your reading enjoyment:
http://www.stereotimes.com/speak032912.shtmlSpecifications (Seller Note: The manufacturer specifies 32Hz bass response with the DSP. The DSP is pre-programmed with a very sharp 48 db/octave cutoff at approx 100 Hz. You will need a subwoofer to get bass below 100 Hz. I would not recommend these speakers without at least one subwoofer.) :
System Type: Passive 2-way Dynamic Dipole -DSP equalized
Frequency Range: 32Hz–22kHz -3dB (In room with equalization)
Frequency Linearity: +/- 0.50 dB from 100Hz-20kHz
Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal
Max Power input: 150W RMS, 300W program
Sensitivity: 95dB 1.83V @ 1M @ 1kHz
Drivers: High Freq: 1 inch exit compression driver
Low Freq: 12 inch paper cone coaxial
Crossover: 3rd order acoustic Butterworth filter at 900Hz
Frequency Contour: Digital equalization -Behringer DCX2496
Standard Finishes: Black Oak
Optional Finishes: Mahogany, Cherry and Maple Veneers
Dimensions: 41”H x 16W x 8”D Weight: Net: 44 lbs each
Shipping: 120 lbs (Pair in single shipping carton)
MSRP: $2995 in Black Oak, $3495 in the other optional finishes
