Tamon LB-50 subwoofer

[clydeactor]

I just acquired a Tamon LB-50 subwoofer (Made in Japan). Its dimensions are approximately 15.5" x 15.5" x 15.5" and it weighs about 30 lbs. The Tamon LB-50 has two (2) 8" cones. Frequency Response = 20 Hz to 120 Hz. Impedence 4 ohms. RMS power 40 W x 2. The exterior is black vinyl. I cannot find any information about this vintage subwoofer, and I am curious if anyone out there has knowledge or experience with this monolithic subwoofer. Thank you very much!

 

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Tamon LB-50 subwoofer (follow-up)

I finally had the chance to put the Tamon LB-50 subwoofer to the test. Powered with my Pioneer SA-7500 II integrated amplifier, and connecting a pair of ADS L300C speakers, the Tamon passive subwoofer added more bass presence. It was not a drastic difference, but the added low frequencies had a pleasing "natural" sound. Of course, the Pioneer/ADS/Tamon combination does not sound as good as my full-range Marantz 2235B/Pioneer HPM-100 setup.

 

[clydeactor]

Tamon LB-50 subwoofer (another follow-up)

Today I connected a Samsung DVD-HD841 universal disc player to my Pioneer SA-7500 II integrated amplifier to audition SACD playback. First, I played Saint-Saens' Symphony No. 3 "Organ" performed by the Boston Symphony conducted by Charles Munch (RCA Living Stereo). The sound was excellent through the ADS L300Cs and the Tamon LB-50, the organ pedal tones strong and present (but not overpowering). Then I played the LOVE SCENES SACD by Diana Krall. Boy, Christian McBride's bass sounded almost live! The synergy of the Pioneer SA-7500 II, Samsung DVD-HD841, ADS L300C speakers, and Tamon LB-50 passive subwoofer produces an impressive sound. If anyone ever sees the Tamon LB-50 available for sale, I urge you to get it--I recommend it.