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5-1/4 Inches 3-Way High Power In-Wall Speaker (Pair) $93.25 5-1/4 Inches 3-Way High Power In-Wall Speaker (Pair) M onoprice brings custom in-wall speakers to new levels of affordability with our line of MPI Brand Premium in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. These new high fidelity units deliver the high quality craftsmanship and construction you've come to expect from MPI brand products at a fraction of what you would expect to pay for them retail. In-wall and in-ceiling speakers allow you to expand your listening environment throughout your entire home as well as remove the clutter of giant box speakers giving you back your living space. In either case it's a win-win situation for those who desire high fidelity and those who put emphasis on decor. Kevlar cones are light weight yet extremely rigid providing very precise audio with minimal distortion normally caused by cone flex. Our Kevlar speakers are matched with an equally precise silk membrane dome tweeter made of titanium fiber thread and a high quality crossover network to ensure high fidelity and low distortion. The lower distortion levels allow the speaker to be driven harder and handle higher peak power levels. The main benefit our Kevlar speakers are the clarity and fidelity at which they produce audio. Features: Light and rigid, rectangular shape , well balanced, Yellow Woven Kevlar Cone Woofers for distortion free reproduction. Oversized Magnets for more impactful bass. Precision Titanium Silk Membrane Dome Tweeters for sweeter highs and pure sonic clarity. Adjustable Crossover switch allows you to match the speakers to the sonic characteristics of your listening environment and the location in which you place them. With a Maximum Of 120W Amplifier power the Power Capacity ensures that these drivers won't be overdriven or easily blown out. 8 Ohms Standard Impedance ensure they can be safely driven by even the most modest home theater receivers. Built in 12dB crossover |
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5-1/4 Inches Kevlar 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - 50W Nominal, 100W Max $64.79 5-1/4 Inches Kevlar 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - 50W Nominal, 100W Max MPI brings custom in-wall speakers to new levels of afforability with our line of MPI Brand Premium in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. These new high fidelity units deliver the high quality craftsmanship and construction you've come to expect from MPI brand products at a fraction of what you would expect to pay for them retail. In-wall and in-ceiling speakers allow you to expand your listening environment throughout your entire home as well as remove the clutter of giant box speakers giving you back your living space. In either case it's a win-win situation for those who desire high fidelity and those who put emphasis on decor. Kevlar cones are light weight yet extremely rigid providing very precise audio with minimal distortion normally caused by cone flex. Our kevlar speakers are matched with an equally precise silk membrane dome tweeter made of titanium fiber thread and a high quality crossover network to ensure high fidelity and low distortion. The lower distortion levels allow the speaker to be driven harder and handle higher peak power levels. The main benefit our Kevlar speakers are the clarity and fidelity at which they produce audio. Features: Light and rigid, well balanced, Yellow Woven Kevlar Cone Woofers for distortion free reproduction. Oversized Magnets for more impactful bass. Precision Titanium Silk Membrane Dome Tweeters for sweeter highs and pure sonic clarity. Pivoting tweeters allow you to point the accoustics to the prime listening position for a more accurate and immersive sonic experience. Adjustable Crossover switch allows you to match the speakers to the sonic characteristics of your listening environment and the location in which you place them. 50W Nomimal and 100W Maximum Power Capacity ensure that these drivers won't be overdriven or easily blown out. |
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6-1/2 Inches 3-Way High Power In-Wall Speaker (Pair) $103.14 6-1/2 Inches 3-Way High Power In-Wall Speaker (Pair) Monoprice brings custom in-wall speakers to new levels of affordability with our line of MPI Brand Premium in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. These new high fidelity units deliver the high quality craftsmanship and construction you've come to expect from MPI brand products at a fraction of what you would expect to pay for them retail. In-wall and in-ceiling speakers allow you to expand your listening environment throughout your entire home as well as remove the clutter of giant box speakers giving you back your living space. In either case it's a win-win situation for those who desire high fidelity and those who put emphasis on decor. Kevlar cones are light weight yet extremely rigid providing very precise audio with minimal distortion normally caused by cone flex. Our Kevlar speakers are matched with an equally precise silk membrane dome tweeter made of titanium fiber thread and a high quality crossover network to ensure high fidelity and low distortion. The lower distortion levels allow the speaker to be driven harder and handle higher peak power levels. The main benefit our Kevlar speakers are the clarity and fidelity at which they produce audio. Features: Light and rigid, Round in shape, well balanced, Yellow Woven Kevlar Cone Woofers for distortion free reproduction. Oversized Magnets for more impactful bass. Precision Silk Membrane Dome Tweeters for sweeter highs and pure sonic clarity. Adjustable Crossover switch allows you to match the speakers to the sonic characteristics of your listening environment and the location in which you place them. With a maximum of 160W of Amplified Power Capacity ensures that these drivers won't be overdriven or easily blown out. 8 Ohms Standard Impedance ensure they can be safely driven by even the most modest home theater receivers. |
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6-1/2 Inches Easy-Install In-Ceiling Speaker (Pair) - 40W Nominal, 80W Max $85.19 6-1/2 Inches Easy-Install In-Ceiling Speaker (Pair) - 40W Nominal, 80W Max Installing in-ceiling speakers has never been faster or easier. Thanks to the quick locking mounting clips built into the MST-6F-A in-ceiling speakers, fastening the speaker to your ceiling only takes seconds. Instead of slowly turning a screw as on traditional speaker clips, the quick locking system instantly locks into position with the use of the special included tool. Removal is just as simple and only requires a simple twist. But quality doesn't stop at installation. These speakers don't skimp where it counts. High quality drivers and crossover circuits deliver true high fidelity sound. Kevlar woofer cones and titanium fiber silk dome tweeters deliver a sweet sonic image.In-wall and in-ceiling speakers allow you to expand your listening environment throughout your entire home as well as remove the clutter of giant box speakers giving you back your living space. In either case it's a win-win situation for those who desire high fidelity and those who put emphasis on decor. Features: Quick locking mounting clip system. Light and rigid, well balanced, Yellow Woven Kevlar Cone Woofers for distortion free reproduction. Oversized Magnets for more impactful bass. Precision Titanium Silk Membrane Dome Tweeters for sweeter highs and pure sonic clarity. Pivoting tweeters allow you to point the acoustics to the prime listening position for a more accurate and immersive sonic experience. Adjustable Crossover switch allows you to match the speakers to the sonic characteristics of your listening environment and the location in which you place them. 8 Ohms Standard Impedance ensure they can be safely driven by even the most modest home theater receivers. |
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8 Inches Kevlar 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - 80W Nominal, 160W Max $90.31 8 Inches Kevlar 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - 80W Nominal, 160W Max Monoprice brings custom in-wall speakers to new levels of afforability with our line of MPI Brand Premium in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. These new high fidelity units deliver the high quality craftsmanship and construction you've come to expect from MPI brand products at a fraction of what you would expect to pay for them retail. In-wall and in-ceiling speakers allow you to expand your listening environment throughout your entire home as well as remove the clutter of giant box speakers giving you back your living space. In either case it's a win-win situation for those who desire high fidelity and those who put emphasis on decor. Kevlar cones are light weight yet extremely rigid providing very precise audio with minimal distortion normally caused by cone flex. Our kevlar speakers are matched with an equally precise silk membrane dome tweeter made of titanium fiber thread and a high quality crossover network to ensure high fidelity and low distortion. The lower distortion levels allow the speaker to be driven harder and handle higher peak power levels. The main benefit our Kevlar speakers are the clarity and fidelity at which they produce audio. Features: Light and rigid, well balanced, Yellow Woven Kevlar Cone Woofers for distortion free reproduction. Oversized Magnets for more impactful bass. Precision Titanium Silk Membrane Dome Tweeters for sweeter highs and pure sonic clarity. Pivoting tweeters allow you to point the accoustics to the prime listening position for a more accurate and immersive sonic experience. Adjustable Crossover switch allows you to match the speakers to the sonic characteristics of your listening environment and the location in which you place them. 80W Nomimal and 160W Maximum Power Capacity ensure that these drivers won't be overdriven or easily blown out. |
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8 Inches Kevlar 2-Way In-Wall Speakers (Pair) - 80W Nominal, 120W Max $88.79 8 Inches Kevlar 2-Way In-Wall Speakers (Pair) - 80W Nominal, 120W Max Monoprice brings custom in-wall speakers to new levels of afforability with our line of MPI Brand Premium in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. These new high fidelity units deliver the high quality craftsmanship and construction you've come to expect from MPI brand products at a fraction of what you would expect to pay for them retail. In-wall and in-ceiling speakers allow you to expand your listening environment throughout your entire home as well as remove the clutter of giant box speakers giving you back your living space. In either case it's a win-win situation for those who desire high fidelity and those who put emphasis on decor. Kevlar cones are light weight yet extremely rigid providing very precise audio with minimal distortion normally caused by cone flex. Our kevlar speakers are matched with an equally precise silk membrane dome tweeter made of titanium fiber thread and a high quality crossover network to ensure high fidelity and low distortion. The lower distortion levels allow the speaker to be driven harder and handle higher peak power levels. The main benefit our Kevlar speakers are the clarity and fidelity at which they produce audio. Features: Light and rigid, well balanced, Yellow Woven Kevlar Cone Woofers for distortion free reproduction. Oversized Magnets for more impactful bass. Precision Titanium Silk Membrane Dome Tweeters for sweeter highs and pure sonic clarity. Pivoting tweeters allow you to point the accoustics to the prime listening position for a more accurate and immersive sonic experience. Adjustable Crossover switch allows you to match the speakers to the sonic characteristics of your listening environment and the location in which you place them. 80W Nomimal and 100W Maximum Power Capacity ensure that these drivers won't be overdriven or easily blown out. |
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8 Inches Kevlar 3-Way High Power In-Wall Speaker (Pair) - 200W Max $125.49 8 Inches Kevlar 3-Way High Power In-Wall Speaker (Pair) - 100W Nominal, 200W Max Monoprice brings custom in-wall speakers to new levels of afforability with our line of MPI Brand Premium in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. These new high fidelity units deliver the high quality craftsmanship and construction you've come to expect from MPI brand products at a fraction of what you would expect to pay for them retail. In-wall and in-ceiling speakers allow you to expand your listening environment throughout your entire home as well as remove the clutter of giant box speakers giving you back your living space. In either case it's a win-win situation for those who desire high fidelity and those who put emphasis on decor. Kevlar cones are light weight yet extremely rigid providing very precise audio with minimal distortion normally caused by cone flex. Our kevlar speakers are matched with an equally precise silk membrane dome tweeter made of titanium fiber thread and a high quality crossover network to ensure high fidelity and low distortion. The lower distortion levels allow the speaker to be driven harder and handle higher peak power levels. The main benefit our Kevlar speakers are the clarity and fidelity at which they produce audio. Features: Light and rigid, well balanced, Yellow Woven Kevlar Cone Woofers for distortion free reproduction. Oversized Magnets for more impactful bass. Precision Titanium Silk Membrane Dome Tweeters for sweeter highs and pure sonic clarity. |
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AFX FX-100 SUNSHIELD GRAPHIC HELMET YELLOW MULTI 2XL $107.11 Aerodynamic shell design constructed of advanced poly alloy plastic for lightweight strength Clear-coat finish to protect paint and graphics Hypo-allergenic, antimicrobial nylon liner and cheek pads are removable and washable Ear cavities for speakers Flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound curved and UV- and scratch-resistant Dark smoke tinted one-touch inner flip-down sunshield Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, rear and forehead vents(chin, side and top vents are one-touch open/close style) Cam buckle-style quick-release retention system Includes cloth carry bag DOT and ECE22.05 certified |
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AFX FX-100 SUNSHIELD GRAPHIC HELMET YELLOW MULTI L $107.11 Aerodynamic shell design constructed of advanced poly alloy plastic for lightweight strength Clear-coat finish to protect paint and graphics Hypo-allergenic, antimicrobial nylon liner and cheek pads are removable and washable Ear cavities for speakers Flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound curved and UV- and scratch-resistant Dark smoke tinted one-touch inner flip-down sunshield Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, rear and forehead vents(chin, side and top vents are one-touch open/close style) Cam buckle-style quick-release retention system Includes cloth carry bag DOT and ECE22.05 certified |
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AFX FX-100 SUNSHIELD GRAPHIC HELMET YELLOW MULTI M $107.11 Aerodynamic shell design constructed of advanced poly alloy plastic for lightweight strength Clear-coat finish to protect paint and graphics Hypo-allergenic, antimicrobial nylon liner and cheek pads are removable and washable Ear cavities for speakers Flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound curved and UV- and scratch-resistant Dark smoke tinted one-touch inner flip-down sunshield Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, rear and forehead vents(chin, side and top vents are one-touch open/close style) Cam buckle-style quick-release retention system Includes cloth carry bag DOT and ECE22.05 certified |
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AFX FX-100 SUNSHIELD GRAPHIC HELMET YELLOW MULTI S $107.11 Aerodynamic shell design constructed of advanced poly alloy plastic for lightweight strength Clear-coat finish to protect paint and graphics Hypo-allergenic, antimicrobial nylon liner and cheek pads are removable and washable Ear cavities for speakers Flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound curved and UV- and scratch-resistant Dark smoke tinted one-touch inner flip-down sunshield Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, rear and forehead vents(chin, side and top vents are one-touch open/close style) Cam buckle-style quick-release retention system Includes cloth carry bag DOT and ECE22.05 certified |
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AFX FX-100 SUNSHIELD GRAPHIC HELMET YELLOW MULTI XL $107.11 Aerodynamic shell design constructed of advanced poly alloy plastic for lightweight strength Clear-coat finish to protect paint and graphics Hypo-allergenic, antimicrobial nylon liner and cheek pads are removable and washable Ear cavities for speakers Flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound curved and UV- and scratch-resistant Dark smoke tinted one-touch inner flip-down sunshield Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, rear and forehead vents(chin, side and top vents are one-touch open/close style) Cam buckle-style quick-release retention system Includes cloth carry bag DOT and ECE22.05 certified |
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AFX FX-100 SUNSHIELD GRAPHIC HELMET YELLOW MULTI XS $107.11 Aerodynamic shell design constructed of advanced poly alloy plastic for lightweight strength Clear-coat finish to protect paint and graphics Hypo-allergenic, antimicrobial nylon liner and cheek pads are removable and washable Ear cavities for speakers Flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound curved and UV- and scratch-resistant Dark smoke tinted one-touch inner flip-down sunshield Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, rear and forehead vents(chin, side and top vents are one-touch open/close style) Cam buckle-style quick-release retention system Includes cloth carry bag DOT and ECE22.05 certified |
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AFX FX-100 SUNSHIELD WAVE HELMET YELLOW XS $107.11 Aerodynamic shell design constructed of advanced poly alloy plastic for lightweight strength Clear-coat finish to protect paint and graphics Hypo-allergenic, antimicrobial nylon liner and cheek pads are removable and washable Ear cavities for speakers Flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound curved and UV- and scratch-resistant Dark smoke tinted one-touch inner flip-down sunshield Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, rear and forehead vents(chin, side and top vents are one-touch open/close style) Cam buckle-style quick-release retention system Includes cloth carry bag DOT and ECE22.05 certified |
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AFX FX-140 HI-VIS MODULAR STREET HELMET HI-VIZ YELLOW - LG $104.73 Flip-down inner smoke shield An aerodynamic shell design constructed using an advanced lightweight composite poly-alloy A helmet liner and cheek pads made with a hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial nylon, all of which are removable and washable Provides ample ear cavity space for speakers A flush-fit, face shield that is optically correct, compoundcurved, scratch-resistant and protects against UV-ray 6 points of ventilation with chin, side, rear forehead vents Retention system is quick release with sewn on ECE logo A clear coat finish to protect paint graphics Comes with a cloth carrying bag Size large-size FX-140 weighs 1.65 kg or 3.60 lb Comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty |
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AFX FX-140 HI-VIS MODULAR STREET HELMET HI-VIZ YELLOW - MD $104.73 Flip-down inner smoke shield An aerodynamic shell design constructed using an advanced lightweight composite poly-alloy A helmet liner and cheek pads made with a hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial nylon, all of which are removable and washable Provides ample ear cavity space for speakers A flush-fit, face shield that is optically correct, compoundcurved, scratch-resistant and protects against UV-ray 6 points of ventilation with chin, side, rear forehead vents Retention system is quick release with sewn on ECE logo A clear coat finish to protect paint graphics Comes with a cloth carrying bag Size large-size FX-140 weighs 1.65 kg or 3.60 lb Comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty |
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AFX FX-140 HI-VIS MODULAR STREET HELMET HI-VIZ YELLOW - SM $104.73 Flip-down inner smoke shield An aerodynamic shell design constructed using an advanced lightweight composite poly-alloy A helmet liner and cheek pads made with a hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial nylon, all of which are removable and washable Provides ample ear cavity space for speakers A flush-fit, face shield that is optically correct, compoundcurved, scratch-resistant and protects against UV-ray 6 points of ventilation with chin, side, rear forehead vents Retention system is quick release with sewn on ECE logo A clear coat finish to protect paint graphics Comes with a cloth carrying bag Size large-size FX-140 weighs 1.65 kg or 3.60 lb Comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty |
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AFX FX-39 DUAL SPORT SOLID FULL-FACE HELMET HI-VIZ YELLOW - 2XL $107.11 If your next motorcycle adventure includes both on and off-road riding, the AFX FX-39 DS Helmet is versatile enough for both. This do-all helmet features a large eyeport for increased visibility, an optically correct shield which can be removed for goggles, and washable anti-microbial liner and cheek pads. Aerodynamic shell design is constructed of lightweight composite poly-alloy Flip-up, flush-fit, quick-release, single-turn screw faceshield with side covers Optically correct, compound-curved, protects against UV rays, and is scratch-resistant shield Removable and washable hypoallergenic liner and cheek pads Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, forehead, top and rear vents Retention system is quick release with sewn on ECE logo Ample ear cavity for speakers Limited Lifetime Warranty Shield can be removed to allow for goggle use DOT approved Includes flat black side-covers and screw plug for shield use without the visor |
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AFX FX-39 DUAL SPORT SOLID FULL-FACE HELMET HI-VIZ YELLOW - LG $107.11 If your next motorcycle adventure includes both on and off-road riding, the AFX FX-39 DS Helmet is versatile enough for both. This do-all helmet features a large eyeport for increased visibility, an optically correct shield which can be removed for goggles, and washable anti-microbial liner and cheek pads. Aerodynamic shell design is constructed of lightweight composite poly-alloy Flip-up, flush-fit, quick-release, single-turn screw faceshield with side covers Optically correct, compound-curved, protects against UV rays, and is scratch-resistant shield Removable and washable hypoallergenic liner and cheek pads Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, forehead, top and rear vents Retention system is quick release with sewn on ECE logo Ample ear cavity for speakers Limited Lifetime Warranty Shield can be removed to allow for goggle use DOT approved Includes flat black side-covers and screw plug for shield use without the visor |
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AFX FX-39 DUAL SPORT SOLID FULL-FACE HELMET HI-VIZ YELLOW - MD $107.11 If your next motorcycle adventure includes both on and off-road riding, the AFX FX-39 DS Helmet is versatile enough for both. This do-all helmet features a large eyeport for increased visibility, an optically correct shield which can be removed for goggles, and washable anti-microbial liner and cheek pads. Aerodynamic shell design is constructed of lightweight composite poly-alloy Flip-up, flush-fit, quick-release, single-turn screw faceshield with side covers Optically correct, compound-curved, protects against UV rays, and is scratch-resistant shield Removable and washable hypoallergenic liner and cheek pads Nine points of ventilation with chin, side, forehead, top and rear vents Retention system is quick release with sewn on ECE logo Ample ear cavity for speakers Limited Lifetime Warranty Shield can be removed to allow for goggle use DOT approved Includes flat black side-covers and screw plug for shield use without the visor |
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Traditional Indian Ethnic Sari Fabric Glass Coaster $4.99 ... |
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Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 180g 33RPM 2LP $99.99 Almost certainly Elton John's biggest seller, save his first greatest hits collection. The hits on this sprawling double disc set include "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting," the title track, and "Bennie and the Jets," and the album tracks include: "Love Lies Bleeding" and "Candle in the Wind." Track Listing 1. Funeral for a Friend 2. Love Lies Bleeding 3. Candle in the Wind 4. Bennie and the ... |
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Goodbye Yellow Brick Road [Vinyl] $49.99 Rarely mentioned as one of the great double albums, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road had to settle for ending up in a few million record collections. So sprawling that it doesn't quite measure up to the earlier, more laid-back Honky Chateau or the later, pushy Rock of the Westies, this still holds claim to a lot of brilliant, very pop-savvy music: the winking rebellion of "Bennie and the Jets" and "Satur... |
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UZO1TM SPORTY BACKPACKS WITH STEREO SPEAKERS $39.99 Product Description The Sporty Triangle Style Backpack with Speakers is the coolest backpack in the market today. It is great for anyone that would enjoy hands-free music on the go. It is ideally used for traveling, shopping, school, and for outdoor activities. |
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UZO1TM DRAWSTRING BACKPACKS WITH STEREO SPEAKERS $59.99 Product Description: The Drawstring Duffle Style Backpack with Speakers is great for all students and to anyone that enjoys a hand free music playing on the go. It is the most stylish drawstring speaker backpack in the market today, and ideally used for traveling, shopping, and for school. |
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Picnic Plus Cooladio 1-Cooler with Built-in Radio and Digital Music MP3 Speakers Cooladio 1 Radio Cooler... |
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Game Gear Sega Portable Video Game System Game Gear goes everywhere so you can play in the car, on the bus, or waiting in line. Play the hottest video games from a huge selection of arcade, sports, and action titles. The full-color, hi-resolution 3.2-inch backlit LCD screen gives great detail, even in the dark! It features 32 blazing colors for arcade-quality graphics and animation.... |
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New High Quality Memorex 98694 Nintendo Wii Remote Controller Integrated Motion Technology Led Backlit Speakers (VIDEO GAME ACCESS) $19.99 ... |
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87097 Gaming Pad $55.56 Nyko 87097 Gaming Pad 87097 Video Game Controllers... |
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InFocus X2 Multimedia DLP Projector $699.99 This multimedia projector is built to travel, and priced to move! Whether used at home, in a conference room, for educational or entertainment applications, the 6.8 pound X2 has the power and portability you need. Lamp: 200W SHP/3000 Hours. Aspect Ratios: 4 x 3 standard; 16 x 9 wide. Contrast ratio: 2000 x 1. Display: DLP by Texas Instruments. Image size (diagonal): 2.7 ft to greater than 21.6 ft.... |
I Met Dr. King And Malcolm X At The Seattle World's Fair
As a one year old child, I was an avid television watcher. I had picked up a little about the civil rights war and how ugly racism could be. I knew two different kinds of people were involved, and roughly what they looked like, but as to the rest, I didn't like it. It scared me, and it seemed like people were attacking each other for no good reason. I kind of "lied" to myself, thinking it was all something unimportant.
I remember seeing a story about two famous guest speakers at the Seattle World's Fair in 1961 in a local newspaper. I could pick out the names of Dr. King and Malcolm X, but that was all, as I was too young to really be able to read. I wanted to deny that anything was wrong, and think the two black gentlemen were television performers, famous people whom I could safely watch from a distance. I didn't like grownup things very much.
I asked Mom and Dad if we could go, as my Mom seemed interested in going to the big event. They said yes, and the next thing I knew, we were there. We had been visiting my grandparents in Washington State, and it was an easy drive to the Bremerton Ferry dock. Then we crossed Puget Sound on the ferry, which was so new to me, one of the most wonderful experiences of my life. I had never seen such a large boat before.
It was my first time ever out at sea, and I was entranced by the black, grey and blue water flowing under and by the ship, the people crowding on the ferry, and the gigantic multi deck ship itself. It had space for about three houses in it, and a place you could eat lunch, which we did. I made my parents take me all over the ferry boat, and tried to cross the areas that were roped off, toddling around on my new sea legs with wonder. When it came time to hit port, the sound of the ferry foghorn blasted my eardrums so loudly I cried, but I was happy, and I soon calmed down. Then we were going down the stairs to our car, swiftly arriving at the Seattle Center. The first thing I wanted was to go up the Space Needle.
"No," my Mommy said, "Daddy is afraid of heights. We can't go up there." I was so disappointed, and was disgruntled when my parents took me to see a man standing off within a crowd, buried somewhat, but shaking hands with people as they passed by him. "That's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." So what, I thought dismally to myself, but as we approached, the crowd parted in front of me like the Red Sea, allowing me in straight towards the man.
I stood about two feet away from him. Being one year old, I was looking straight at two deep grey pants legs, which were thicker than tree trunks, and a pair of huge, black, shiny shoes. I slowly brought my gaze upwards, and there was a massive belly which protruded; hovering over it was a vaguely familiar dark face. It reminded me of Frosty the Snowman, or perhaps Santa Claus, as the face was very broad, having giant lips and a large, broad nose. But the darkness of the face was unfamiliar to me, as I was a white child with white parents. I had never really seen a black person up close like that before. And the face was bending down towards me.
"Well hello, little girl. What's your name?" The face was looming closer and closer as the great man bent down to greet me. "How are you today?"
I was thinking to myself, it's important that I not dislike this man. There's something about him, and it would be wicked to not like him. Nonetheless, being the usual shy and easy to spook one year old child that I was, I recoiled, fearing the looming visage dropping towards me, and the hand that was reaching down to shake my small hand. I decided to rebel.
"No! You're…not my Daddy! I don't like you! Go away! Uh, goodbye," I finished, as a way of being polite, not really wanting to offend the strange man, but feeling stressed out and upset at how odd things were. So I took off, running to the left. I saw both my parents quite a distance away, as they had apparently left me with Dr. King to go for a stroll, and I distinctly remember having to run after them. About halfway there, I looked back. Dr. King still had his head partly lowered, as I had run away so fast. But he was smiling as he watched me run. I guess he figured I was just spooked.
I caught up with my parents. Feeling sort of ashamed of myself, I asked them if we were going to see the other man speak. "Yes," my mother said. So we went to yet another crowd, which was jam packed, and I could not see anything. I asked my Daddy to let me climb up on his shoulders, and he did. I perched with my legs wrapped around his neck and held him gently by the head, but still could not see over the large and noisy crowd.
After a long time, Malcolm X finally arrived. He spoke, joking around, and I recall him saying something about people thinking he wanted to "kill white people" and no, he didn't. I don't remember most of what he said, but for some reason, probably his famous personal charisma, I recall growing to feel sad for him, and some sympathy for his cause developed deep within me. I didn't know who he was, but he seemed all right, and not scary.
I had been spooked by a black man who was friendly and courteous to white people, and ended up liking a black man who had been militantly against them, wanting a separate nation for blacks. Such are the nuances of small children, who only think they know what's going on.
I asked Daddy to let me down from his shoulders, still unable to see Malcolm X, but having heard him speak for awhile. I didn't have the courage to stand up on my Daddy's shoulders, but I also didn't want to pull on his short, crew cut hair and hurt him. I climbed down, and as we were leaving, we passed by the Space Needle.
"Please, Daddy, take us up there," I begged and pleaded fervently. Daddy looked at me, and a broad and vaguely dark grin wrinkled across his bemused features. He had surely heard what I'd said to Dr. King: "No, you're not my Daddy!" as if my father was my lord and protector.
"Okay, honey, come on. We're going up the Needle. Come this way." We went over to the golden elevator, and for the very first time, I went up the Space Needle. The view was fantastic, and we had a lady explaining about how high up we were and everything. I understood most of what she said, but didn't know how to gauge the distance as we travelled skyward.
We went out on the deck, and I peered through a telescope which cost a dime, looking out all over the Queen Anne area of Seattle. It was so wonderful; I wanted to look at it forever. Then we went and had lunch at the rotating restaurant, which was even better. But finally, we had to take the elevator down and go home. Just before we left, we visited the tourist shop, and I bought a yellow plastic model of the Space Needle, about six inches high I believe, and I also squished a penny in a machine for a quarter. I had to really beg hard to get that souvenir for myself.
We drove to the ferry docks, taking the big boat once again. Twice on the way, I had to put my hands over my ears to block out the terrible noise of the blasting fog horns. That was the worst part of the entire trip. But my father, who ordinarily could be a harsh man, had been so nice, getting over his morbid fear of heights to take us up the Needle for lunch. I was so grateful, and we went back to Bremerton and visited some more with our family, most of which has since died. It was so long ago.
I remember a subsequent trip to the Seattle Center where my sister Connie and I went up the Bubbleator, which is no longer there - but back in the 1960s it seemed like the height of science and sheer fun. I swore then and there that I would live in Seattle someday and study science.
I did come to live in Seattle, but studied writing instead. Now I'm a pro freelance writer, ghost writer, copy editor, proof reader and manuscript rewriter. I create ghost writer books for people. But I'll always remember our trips to Washington State when I was little, growing and learning, and the day I spitefully refused to shake the willing dark hand of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (I was inches away from his holding my tiny fingers!) but was converted against my "racism" (really shyness and being a tired little girl) by the wit and wisdom of Brother Malcolm X Shabazz.
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Executive Director and President of Rainbow Writing, Inc., Karen Cole writes. RWI at http://www.rainbowriting.com is a renowned inexpensive and affordable professional freelance writers, book authors, ghost writers, copy editors, proof readers, coauthors, manuscript rewriters, graphics and CAD, digital and other photographers, publishing assistance and screenplay writers, editors, developers and analysts service.