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  1. tgmartin

    Anybody done the research on AR/KLH "Hot Cross Bun" treatment?

    I'm curious about the why and how of the "hash tag" or "hot cross bun" application of stiff glue or something on some AR and KLH woofers. I own a pair of KLH Model 30s that have this treatment from the factory. I've also seen it in web pics on some others: KLH Model 30 KLH Model 32 AR4...
    • tgmartin
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    • ar hot cross bun klh woofer treatment
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Speakers
  2. T

    Acoustic Research AR-5 for $80?

    I come across a pair of ar-5s in a semi working order on fbm. I have a single ar-2ax and I love it. It’s in rough shape but sounds great. They have aftermarket woofers and cabinets have seen better days. Is it worth the fun restoring project or should I pass? Or maybe offer them a different amount.
    • TheNickSmith
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    • acoustic research acoustic research ar 2a ar speakers & amps vintage
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Speakers
  3. 1980s Teen

    Suggestions for Lambswool Linen Replacement

    Hello all, Been lurking and reading threads on this site for many months - it has been a great help to me while restoring my stacked Advents (NLA), and a set of Acoustic Research AR4x's. Very happy with how all those turned out. I recently got ahold of a pair of AR2x's that need attention...
    • 1980s Teen
    • Thread
    • acoustic research acoustic research ar 2x ar
    • Replies: 34
    • Forum: Speakers
  4. B

    "Like kind and quality" for AR "Classic 18"?

    I have a pair of AR's "Classic 18" speakers. These are the one's that they only made in 1993 and have a MTM configuration with a bass driver at the bottom. They are great speakers and I love them. However, my basement flooded and they have been damaged. I believe that it will be cheaper to...
  5. J

    8 ohm L-Pads for AR speakers

    I need some help in understanding the "correct" value of resistor to insert when using (2) 8 ohm L-pads in an AR-5 crossover. From what I read I have inserted a 25 ohm 10 watt resistor across terminals 1 and 3. When I measure the resistance of the original AR pot I get 15.9 ohms across the whole...
    • JoeTTD
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    • ar ar 5 ar crossover l-pad
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Speakers
  6. D

    Help me ID these speakers

    Received these from a friend. No clue what they are since there is no labels or markings anywhere on them. Couldn't find anything similar in a Google search. KLH? Tweeter is 4369 on the back. Has one capacitor on the tweeter nothing else inside the box. Square magnet on the woofer. Any ideas?
  7. B

    Weird Acoustic Research AR-4xa speakers?

    I am looking to buy a pair of AR-4xa speakers ($120) locally but I am confused by how they look. The woofers look very different between the two. Also, it appears that somebody applied some type of sealant around and over the edges of the drivers - should this be a reason for concern? Finally...
    • Bbyaka
    • Thread
    • acoustic research ar vintage speakers
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Speakers
  8. J

    AR XA Pivot Screws

    Hi All, I've recently inherited my Dad's AR XA TT (Serial # XA226308), which has been sitting in the original box for almost 30 years, and which I'd love to spend some time on getting running again. The issue appears to be that at some point in time, the two pointed pivot screws disappeared...
  9. J

    AR10 PI- Anybody try these replacement AR tweeters?

    Hey guys- I got some AR 10PI speakers at a garage sale this weekend- they are in OK shape and I was planning on refoaming them but then I found a dead tweeter. There are 2 tweeters on ebay for them, one from Midwest Speaker and one from an individual. Just wondering what you guys thought about...
  10. TunerLanding

    Acoustic Research vs BBC innovations

    I’ve been enjoying comparing vintage AR suspension speakers with BBC (spendor) monitors of I suppose similar vintage eras of inspiration. (My AR10pi are based on 1960s era AR3 to some extent as my SP1s are upgraded BC1s from the same decade). I’m wondering if anyone has expertise in the pros and...
    • TunerLanding
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    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  11. Megaladoink

    Acoustic Research AR Turntable AR-XB Parting Out

    Hello all. I’ve came into possession an Acoustic Research AR-XB Turntable that was missing a platter and am deciding to part out. Tested and power and audio works. I’ve taken it completely apart and listed it on “that site”. Feel free to message me if you need any parts or would like to...
  12. S

    Looking for AR XA tonearm screws

    Hi, new forum member here. I hope this post is following the rules. I'm wondering whether anybody knows where I can buy genuine AR XA tonearm screws. I've seen posts that suggest I can find replacements at a hardware store, so I'll try that, but I'd love to get some of the originals. Thanks...
  13. toby7362

    2245 speakers??

    Hello I have a Marantz 2245 and have paired it with Kenwood Kl888D’s. I listen to mostly rock music in a 12x14 living room with hardwood floors, and furniture. I don’t feel like I have a great sounding system and am thinking I need to change my speakers up. Not sure what would go with my...
    • toby7362
    • Thread
    • advent altec lansing ar jbl klipsch marantz onkyo pioneer
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: Marantz Audio
  14. MarmotDavid

    Cartridge Advice Needed!

    I'm looking for recommendations for a phono cartridge and advice or commentary. Here's my situation- My AR ES-1 turntable was in storage for about 22 years. It has a Premiere MMT tonearm and a Premiere VTA-16 metal mounting board, which were added by me about 1993. I also have several...
    • MarmotDavid
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    • acoustic research ar es-1 grace mmt shure turntable
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Turntables
  15. C

    Help with some AR-91 foam pads!

    Does anyone know where I can get foam pads like the ones pictured? Mine are rotten out and falling apart. I'd prefer not to have to make them myself. I'd like to just replace the whole lot of em. Much appreciated!
    • chskndr
    • Thread
    • acoustic research ar ar-91 custom foam
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Speakers
  16. N

    Restore AR turntable or purchase new one?

    Hi! I need some general advice about my turntable. I have an AR XB that was gifted to me from the original owner. It has been really amazing, but now it’s age is starting to show. The RCA cables are super finicky. If I touch them, they may cause a god awful noise to come out of the speakers...
  17. G

    Acoustic Research Teledyne AR-70LS speakers

    There are a pair of AR 70LS speakers for sale near me — they look in good shape. The guy is asking $200 CAD. Is that a fair price? I can’t find too much info on these speakers. Another pair of AR B18xi speakers also for sale in my area, for $250. I can’t find any info on these speakers at all...
  18. ThePlague

    Acoustic Research AR-2A/X Restoration

    Hello all, After finally figuring out what these really were in a previous thread, it is time to restore them. I have never done a speaker restoration myself, especially not something of this age. To summarize the findings, these speakers are all original and the AR-2 speaker has received the...
    • ThePlague
    • Thread
    • acoustic research ar restoration
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Speakers
  19. ThePlague

    Acoustic Research AR-2 Speaker - Original Components?

    Hello all, I obtained what I thought were a matching pair on the marketplace, but turns out I ended up with one AR-2 and one AR-2ax. No big deal for $20. What threw me off is the AR-2 had the grille cutouts for the AR-2a/ax. On further inspection, the grille was held in place with small headed...
    • ThePlague
    • Thread
    • acoustic ar ar-2 replacement research
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Speakers
  20. H

    AR ES-1 in West Orange, NJ $300

    Hi Everyone, Was just perusing internet and saw this. Might be something someone in the northeast might be interested in. I do not know nor am I affiliated with the seller. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1605472496509228/?ref=search&referral_code=undefined Hope it is something...
  21. Golanr

    Acoustic Research M4.5

    Was always a fan of the Marantz 2275 Receivers and KEF 104aB speakers. I have 2 such sets, both fully recapped by me . Then I got the 9000DB and matched it with KEF 105 and later 105.2 (again all fully recapped). I enjoyed both 105 models deep bass, together with the clarity offered by the...
    • Golanr
    • Thread
    • acoustic research ar ar m4.5 sansui 9000
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  22. J

    Marc Morin style mods for AR XB Tonearm

    Sounds like this guy was an absolute legend. Does anyone on here do the same mods to the tonearms he did? I'm happy to send it away for this
  23. scootsity5

    AR7 refoam spacer?

    Hello all, I'm in the process of refoaming a pair of AR7s. I've stumbled on something I've never seen in my refoaming experience, and which I cannot find in any video or pictures of people refoaming AR speakers. Once I removed the foams and started scraping the cones, I noticed that a rubbery...
    • scootsity5
    • Thread
    • acoustic research ar refoaming
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Speakers
  24. S

    Altec Bolero 890c vs AR 3a

    Hi. I'd appreciate some advice regarding choosing one over the other. I'm going to audition the Altecs this weekend. I've read lots of great things about them here at AK and of course there's a great deal about the ARs all over also. I think both offers are on a high side but as condition...
  25. tinkerwalsh

    Humm in AR turntable.

    Hey Guys, Just trying to figure out a humm thats been acquired in my AR turntable. I noticed the other day I got a pretty loud humm when I touched the connection piece on the Arm to the headshell. From there I noticed when I touched my red RCA connector at the Amp I got a very loud buzz. I...
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