IMF owners thread!
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Yvan_donald
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Hi, your's is not the Improved model, it is the Prof. MK III earlier version. I have put pictures in IMF page 32 of both X-overs #635- 638-639 posts, improved and not Improved, IMF replace the 6.8 uf with some 2.2uf, the 2X1uf by 2.2uf., and à little differencei n the board post # 639. I have to take à better picture of the old circuit bord not improved. The midrange is a kef SP1003, but the best buy is to get a brand new match set from Falcon acoustics and put some dope on the cone (visaton LTS 50) like the old SP1003 of the MKIII. The Falcon SP1003 set is expensive but better. Or find old SP1003 used often sale on the bay, and put the dope on it.
Yvan_donald
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Hi, to go to page 32 of IMF threads just press on the page number you in , write 32
1farad1
Member
THX for info my speakers are absolutely fine but like to have spare just in case.
IMF CM2A
I found these at a thrift today. Cosmetic condition is not the best--water damage near the base of one, scratches on top and sides of veneer--but I should be able to clean that up, at least somewhat. No grills. One the plus side, drivers and baffles are in very good shape, and there is no foam to have rotted. They are currently hooked up to a Yamaha CR-2020 and they sound superb. Given the cosmetics, I was a little concerned about how they'd sound, but I neededn't have worried. I think I'll put them on stands and hook them up to the Tandberg integrated in the main system.
I had a pair of restored Super Compact II a few years ago, which I unfortunately sold. It would have been fun to A/B them in an IFM shootout. I don't believe the two-way CM2A would give away much to the three-way Super Compact. Anyway, I'm very happy with this find.
I found these at a thrift today. Cosmetic condition is not the best--water damage near the base of one, scratches on top and sides of veneer--but I should be able to clean that up, at least somewhat. No grills. One the plus side, drivers and baffles are in very good shape, and there is no foam to have rotted. They are currently hooked up to a Yamaha CR-2020 and they sound superb. Given the cosmetics, I was a little concerned about how they'd sound, but I neededn't have worried. I think I'll put them on stands and hook them up to the Tandberg integrated in the main system.
I had a pair of restored Super Compact II a few years ago, which I unfortunately sold. It would have been fun to A/B them in an IFM shootout. I don't believe the two-way CM2A would give away much to the three-way Super Compact. Anyway, I'm very happy with this find.
nicholas.aro
New Member
Hi there, I'm new here and enjoying absorbing the collective centuries of audio expertise around here.
I'm curious does anyone here have experience with the Super Compact Mk. I and how it differs sonically to the Mk. II
I currently have the Super Compact Mk II and think they sound absolutely delightful hooked up to an NAD 7155. I'm looking to get a second set. There are a few options about at the moment but I have my eyes on a set of Super Compact Mk I. It appears to me that all the drivers are different (picture below) to the Mk. II. So I am wondering does any one have any opinions on the sound differences between the 2 models? Preferences, knowledge about the drivers, observations or any interesting things they have learned between the two? Many thanks! P.S please let me know if this post would be better somewhere else, But this seemed like the densest collection of IMF lovers I could find!
I'm curious does anyone here have experience with the Super Compact Mk. I and how it differs sonically to the Mk. II
I currently have the Super Compact Mk II and think they sound absolutely delightful hooked up to an NAD 7155. I'm looking to get a second set. There are a few options about at the moment but I have my eyes on a set of Super Compact Mk I. It appears to me that all the drivers are different (picture below) to the Mk. II. So I am wondering does any one have any opinions on the sound differences between the 2 models? Preferences, knowledge about the drivers, observations or any interesting things they have learned between the two? Many thanks! P.S please let me know if this post would be better somewhere else, But this seemed like the densest collection of IMF lovers I could find!
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Super comps were my first ever set that i found at a garage. Unbelievable. I love the sound especially through the old luxman 1050r. Punchy and syrupy smooth. No harsh upper midrange and very controlled deep lower frequencies! Soo good. Nom nom nom.There are some Tls80s nearby i might check out. Can anyone compare the two models ? Obviously different beasts however im wondering if they both have a similar vibe ( sonically) particularly in regard to frequency delivery .
I found a pair of super comps in a garage over 20 years ago and im still in love with them! They sound great with all genres including rock, metal and rap ( especially through the old luxman. After years of waiting an opportunity to pickup some TL80's has blessed me. They will be replacing my adelaide ascencion 12" hybrid Transmission lines that likely handle alot more power but i imagine are alot less refined . They will be powered by a very well designed aksa maya 200 watt mosfet ss . Cant wait to get my ears around these babies! If they sound anything close to the super comps with a bit more headroom and the same ability to handle diverse genres then i will be extremely happy. Only reservation is how they will handle slightly louder listening in the rocking out department but im sure they will reproduce anything i throw at them with grace. ( so long as theyre limitations regarding power handling is respected and the source material is quality) i may do a falcon kit replacement as ive done with the super comps however the TL80s have been recently serviced ill need see the paperwork and do an inspection before doing a rebuild. No stands though, not sure if tilt is necessary with these girls or spikes / casters will suffice...Will post a report once they arrive , no doubt they will stay with me along with the super comps till the end of days .
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ooh yeh!thats what i wanted to hear! Cant wait to hook these up when i get them in a couple of weeks. Very lucky find after searching for so long. Will report back when they arrive.
After reading just about everything pertaining to the mid-range driver foam surrounds on my Super Compact lls I decided to restore them.
After some research I went with the foams from The Speaker Repair Shop in The Netherlands. They were mentioned numerous times as having the correct foams that fit without having to trim or modify.
If you are thinking of taking this on expect a successful repair with their product. Delivery took eleven days to the east coast.
Shipping, exchange rates and P/P charges were as much as the foams and glue. A small price to pay to avoid the aggravation that comes with inferior parts.
There product number is F4Cimf6 Foam ring (4inch) for ELAC 4EM/101 midtoner
Glue product number is lijm. Glue 18 cc
Before and After photos
After some research I went with the foams from The Speaker Repair Shop in The Netherlands. They were mentioned numerous times as having the correct foams that fit without having to trim or modify.
If you are thinking of taking this on expect a successful repair with their product. Delivery took eleven days to the east coast.
Shipping, exchange rates and P/P charges were as much as the foams and glue. A small price to pay to avoid the aggravation that comes with inferior parts.
There product number is F4Cimf6 Foam ring (4inch) for ELAC 4EM/101 midtoner
Glue product number is lijm. Glue 18 cc
Before and After photos
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I upgraded the tweeters , mids and xo caps on my sc2's from falcon. I thought they sounded great with a blown tweeter and trashed mids haha. They sound even better now!!
Pulled the old SC's out yesterday to rekindle a 25 year romance ( with speakers.. not the mrs)! I love them so much. They dissapear and produce tight clear imaging. Not a wide stereo image but it is very revealing and smooth . No harshness whatsoever. Van enjoy them all day. With my huge TL hybrid 12" towers i was always messing with the EQ to get that sound. Not needed with the IMFs! They handle metal, triphop, jazz.. whatever i throw at them and they sound great a lower levels. Headroom is limited but thats why im getting the TLS80'S next week. Cant wait to report once they are at home. Hope the SC's dont get jelous! Maybe ill wire them up for a 3 way.. sorry had to continue with the romance theme as i do love them and may actually spoon them the first night i get them home.
Does anyone know if the TLS80 mark 1 needs stands? Also can i upgrade the Mark 1 crossovers to be modified like a mark 2 or is it not worth it and just replace the caps on the og xo mk1?
Ive read that the Mark1 sounds a bit darker and less refined than the Mark2 due to the difference in crossovers.
Ive read that the Mark1 sounds a bit darker and less refined than the Mark2 due to the difference in crossovers.
Just listen to them and make sure all the drivers are working . get familiar before doing a re cap. they may not need anything after you listen.
Nashou
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IMF_Pioneer
Super Member
I wouldn't be paying that sort of money for a pair of Mk I's. I feel around the 1K mark is about where they are at. Yes I'm in Australia and have a pair of TLS-80 Mk II's and RSPM Mk IV so I'm up with Aussie pricing.
Anyway I'd say you bought them in the end ?
Thanks for your reply. I already bought them for 1500. The cabinets are immaculate and the drivers are still in very good condition. Given that they rarely come up for sale and near my location I think 1500 was a fair buy. Obviously 1k would be nice but they are great speakers that ill never part with. 6 Caps have been redone ( not with falcon though) and not sure if thats all of them. Ill insert picture of the replaced caps. Are the mk2's sonically much different. The mk1s do sound nice to me. Cheers
