Realistic T-200 mid range replacement

[ClshCityRckr]

Hey everyone, I just acquired a pair of Realistic Otpimus T-200 but unfortunately one of the midranges appears to be toast. I'm having a hard time finding direct replacements so was wondering if anyone could recommend a good substitute. I don't know a whole lot about them other than they're 6 1/2, 8 ohm, and 30 watt. They are installed in sealed canisters within the enclosure. Any help is greatly appreciated!

 

[ivandezande]

Probably just have to wait until one shows up on eBay.

 

[Lavane]

If it's just a blown voice coil and or surround, maybe a speaker repair service can repair the midrange driver?

 

[pauldrewry]

How do you know the driver is toast? Have you checked internal wiring? Have you tested the driver with a ohm meter? Just want to make sure it's not something overlooked.

 

[ClshCityRckr]

I have metered the speaker, and the coil is open. I will probably have it repaired at some point but looking for something to replace it with in the meantime.

 

[tourmax]

Awesome avatar pic...

 

[Brent Justin]

You might contact Parts-Express help line. If anyone would know of/have a good aftermarket replacement for these it would be them.

 

[Ed240]

Hey everyone, I just acquired a pair of Realistic Otpimus T-200 but unfortunately one of the midranges appears to be toast. I'm having a hard time finding direct replacements so was wondering if anyone could recommend a good substitute. I don't know a whole lot about them other than they're 6 1/2, 8 ohm, and 30 watt. They are installed in sealed canisters within the enclosure. Any help is greatly appreciated!

I've had good luck using Dayton Classic 6.5" woofers as midrange units in vintage speakers. It would likely require a slight modification to the crossover though. https://www.parts-express.com/Dayton-Audio-DC160-8-6-1-2-Classic-Woofer-295-305?quantity=1

 

[70's Rockfan]

I've had good luck using Dayton Classic 6.5" woofers as midrange units in vintage speakers. It would likely require a slight modification to the crossover though. https://www.parts-express.com/Dayton-Audio-DC160-8-6-1-2-Classic-Woofer-295-305?quantity=1

I agree with Ed240. I have used those for mids in
my last 3 builds and have been very happy with them.

 

[Ed240]

I agree with Ed240. I have used those for mids in
my last 3 builds and have been very happy with them.

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[Ed240]

Nice looking builds! You're using the Dayton Audio metal dome and the Silkie in your designs?

 

[70's Rockfan]

Nice looking builds! You're using the Dayton Audio metal dome and the Silkie in your designs?

Thanks. yes but I found I prefer the silk dome to the metal.

 

[Ed240]

Thanks. yes but I found I prefer the silk dome to the metal.

Totally agree. I use the Dynavox tweeter from Newark. Great sound for the $.