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    Wharfedale Glendale XP3 10" cones

    Hello everyone, I am trying to source a decent replacement cone(s) for the 10" Wharfedale Glendale XP3 woofer driver. Since there is no chance of finding an original cone I need to find the next best thing. One of the drivers is in good shape for it's age, but the other one has damaged cone...
    • bokis
    • Thread
    • 10" woofer cone paper cones recone speaker wharfedale woofer
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  2. myRumble

    Wich JBL Model are these ?

    Hello a few Weeks back i got some old speaker pair i assume they are Stage speaker cause on the back you can just put in a 6,3mm Mono Jack on the side is a Plague that says James B. Lansing i think they are from the 70s/80s ? The sound is one of the best i heard im a while i run those bad boys...
    • myRumble
    • Thread
    • identification jbl speaker speaker identification
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: Speakers
  3. S

    Speaker identification

    Found these speakers recently. They are missing the grills and have no identifying labels or marks on the exterior. They measure 26" high, 20 1/4" wide and 16 1/4" deep. 15" woofers. Midrange, tweeter adjustment and reset on a recessed panel on front. No speaker connections. The speaker wire...
    • spoonman74
    • Thread
    • 15" woofer identify identity speaker unknown speaker vintage
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Speakers
  4. M

    Help Needed: Verifying Authenticity of Vintage Pioneer S-J310V Speakers (Made in Japan)

    Hi everyone, I recently acquired a pair of vintage Pioneer speakers, model S-J310V, and I'm trying to determine whether they are 100% authentic originals. The back label indicates they are "Made in Japan" by Pioneer Electronic Corp., with a maximum power of 65W and an impedance of 8 Ohms. I am...
  5. AdmiralAKAI

    JBL L45 Flair - Surrounding Foam Ideas

    Here's my pair of L45 Flairs that were purchased here in Colorado, 1973 (I have the original paperwork and bought from the original owner). As with most of these grills, the foam rotted out and the owner removed it some time back. The cloth is original. My question is if anyone knows a...
  6. C

    Vintage Speaker Baseline Measurements Before Re-cap/Modification/Repair?

    Short Version: I want to know what basic measurements I should take (before and after making changes) to get a decent picture of how a given speaker is performing beyond what my less educated ears tell me. Long Version: I have 4 sets of vintage speakers from the 1970s that really should get a...
    • CanadIanGeek
    • Thread
    • measurements modifications recap help speaker vintage 70's
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Speakers
  7. V

    Sansui SP-150 speaker upgrade

    Hi there, This is my first post here, so I apologize if anything I'm asking sounds silly or redundant. I have a pair of Sansui SP-150 speakers I've inherited from my father and been using for the last 5 years or so. They've been through many moves and have aged a fair bit. There are a couple...
  8. A

    What speakers work will with the KA-8100

    Hi, Basic question here. I have the KA-8100/KT-8300 system. I am wondering what period correct speakers are a good match for this system? Thanks.
  9. sleepycrow

    Help - First turntable - Elac Miracord 50h II

    Apologies if I’m posting this in the wrong thread, still relatively new. I am also extremely new to owning a turntable as I just started with unfortunately no knowledge. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for speakers, receivers, or amplifiers and what specifically I should be...
    • sleepycrow
    • Thread
    • buying advice elac miracord 50h help needed newbie question speaker turntable advice turntable support vintage 60s 70s
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. BobBobberson

    What should I do with my Optimus STS-1000s?

    Hello! I am new to the world of audio and I'm hoping for any opinions or advice regarding my speaker situation. I have recently come into possession of these Optimus (Radio Shack brand I would assume), STS-1000s from a guy down the street for $20. It's come to my attention that the suspension...
    • BobBobberson
    • Thread
    • advice opinion request sound system speaker
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Speakers
  11. S

    Wharfedale Denton 1 - Restoration Help

    Hello all, I have recently had the fortune of inheriting a pair of Wharfedale Denton 1s from my dad. They are beautiful, albeit slightly neglected, speakers but sound pretty terrible, so I was hoping to replace the internals to make them usable. I am struggling at the first hurdle of opening...
    • Sminem
    • Thread
    • denton speaker wharfdale
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  12. FastlaneDave

    3D printed Speaker Build for DIY

    Speaker project, not for sale, just sharing. If you 3d print, I posted the free design on thingiverse. This is based on Paul Carmody's overnight sensation. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:7114521
    • FastlaneDave
    • Thread
    • horn overnight sensoation paul carmody speaker
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: DIY
  13. A

    Design Acoustics D-1 Bookshelf Speakers - Consolidated Info and Review

    I picked up a pair of Design Acoustics D-1 bookshelf speakers a while back. There is a bunch of good information scattered around various threads so I figured I would consolidate some of it here and add my own experience and review after listening to them. All credit and much appreciation to the...
    • aflippy21
    • Thread
    • bookshelf d-1 design acoustics speaker vintage vintage 70's
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Speakers
  14. S

    dbx Soundfield 1A

    Hello Does anybody have a copy of the dbx Soundfield 1 or 1A speaker manual. I picked up a set with controller, but no manual. Would be very appreciated if someone could send me a pdf of it. Regards Terry
  15. M

    Bluetooth is nothing new

    Bought this at a thrift a - Wireless Speaker! An IF section and amp, no wire besides power cord. Who knew? Must have been paired with a (stereo) console. An nice crappy driver for my orphan Knight cabinet....
  16. jeffrowland

    Kef 104/2 - T33 - Crossover fix

    ciao; (: I would like to tell you about a bad thing that happened in another forum regarding my Carver M 1.5t Amp, but I won't. today I wanted to ask you if anyone has had this happen to the Kef 104/2: I'll start by saying that the two T33 tweeters are ok, but apparently a crossover makes the...
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    Fisher_KS-1_Speaker_1963.jpg

    Solid mahogany frame, woven plastic front cloth, shallow design (18x24x5.75)
    • OTH
    • Media item
    • speaker vintage 60s 70s
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    • Album: Vintage Speakers
  18. P

    help identify a speaker

    Hi, I recently acquired a speaker (single!) from a thrift store, but there are no brand and model names on the cabinet. it measures 14 in high, super heavy. Please help. Thanks, Philip2000
  19. Dvanamps

    Altec N809-8A rebuild project

    Hi Audiokarma community, Im about to undertake an experimental speaker build and would like to get the groups perspective and advise moving forward. The plan is to build 2x Altec 816VI cabinets which I read crossover at around 2kHz. For the drivers I currently have a set of altec 414 16ohm 12”...
    • Dvanamps
    • Thread
    • 816vi altec build crossover n809 speaker
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  20. D

    Grundig Lautsprecher Box 80 Speakers For Sale - Anyone Heard Them?

    There are a pair of these on Ebay right now that look like they have been very nicely restored from a reputable seller. I know these are really rare. Anyone heard these in person? Thoughts on a good amplifier match?
    • dknott11
    • Thread
    • box 80 ebay grundig speaker
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  21. 5

    Bose 501 - Diagnose and Repair

    I'm a beginner here so any advice or help would be much appreciated. I saved some 501s from going to the dump that were my father in laws. They are functioning, but the sound leaves a bit to be desired. To start one speaker is worse than the other. It has more cracks and seems to be cutting in...
    • 501noob
    • Thread
    • bose bose 501 bose 501 series ii refoam refoam speakers speaker
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Speakers
  22. michaelm101

    Which Canton Model to Replace Minimus 7s for Low Vol Listening?

    I was advised here to use a pair of Minimus 7's that I happened to have in storage, up top the kitchen cupboards for low volume listening. I added a sub, and it was an excellent suggestion. I read somewhere that Canton also makes a small speaker that would be an improvement to the Min7 in this...
    • michaelm101
    • Thread
    • canton efficient low volume mini minimus speaker
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Speakers
  23. UnaiG

    restore b&w dm602 s3 tweeter

    Hello everybody, good afternoon. I start this thread, because I have bought a B&W dm602 s3 but the dome of the tweeter coil is broken, I have already seen tutorials on how to change it is not very difficult, but I have doubts in the specifications of the replacement that I have to buy, I know...
    • UnaiG
    • Thread
    • b&w dm602 dm602 s3 restoration help speaker
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  24. N

    Blaupunkt LAB062 speakers replacement

    Hey there, I recently got hold of a Blaupunkt Granada Stereo and it came with the LAB062 speakers. I originally bought them because they're 2 pin DIN and I needed some for my Crown SHC-7000. Problem: when I went to play a record, everything connected, I think I blew out the speakers. I tried...
    • noisure
    • Thread
    • blown speakers repair advice repair help replace speaker speaker advice
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Speakers
  25. Jeromeof

    Vanguard Scout Bookshelf Speaker Review

    A fantastic melodic bookshelf speaker with high (SAF) Spouse Acceptance Factor The Vanguard Scout is a compact 2-way bass reflex ported speaker with a 5.25 inch treated paper cone woofer and a 25mm silk dome tweeter in lovely rosewood veneer cabinet with a satin finish, I have been listening to...
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