I let the speakers run in for about 24 hours before doing any serious listening. I have a pair of near new acoustat spectra 11 speakers. For sale today is a pair of acoustat spectra 3300 planar speakers. What on earth do i have acoustats steve hoffman music. Founded in the mid1970s, acoustat was the first manufacturer of fullrange electrostatics literally forced to address what had long been a major weakness of such speakers. To let you, the readers, know all about one of the better loudspeaker deals around, without letting acoustat and their dealers in on the secret.
Comes with copy of owners manual and assembly instructions. These are my second set other set was all black and 8. It occurred to me as i was unpacking the spectra 11s, the most recent of the new generation of acoustats, that this was to be the first panel loudspeaker i have. The interfaces have been modified with the finest cap and resistors from mundorf,obligato, amphon.
Save acoustat speakers to get email alerts and updates on your. Acoustat spkrs info needed i recently acquired a set of acoustat mk1212 speakers with a magnekinetic if from a friend that unfortunately lost most everything in a recent flood. Id be happy to upload a copy of the manual for historical purposes if anyone is interested. Acoustat manuals, schematics and brochures hifi manuals. Acoustat spectra 33 speakers canuck audio mart hifi and. Strickland, acoustat s chief engineer for the past 20 years and the man responsible for development of the new spectra series of hybrid and fullrange models, and andy szabo, director of engineering also an avid model railroader, beamed with pride at the spectras displayed in acoustat s hospitality suite in las vegas last january. Acoustats proud owners speakers canuck audio mart hifi.
They can still be serviced by roy esposito in florida. These are tweaks and modifications submitted by individual contributors and not from the acoustat factory, and are typically ones that the factory could not do while keeping user costs down. Unplug your acoustat speakers from ac power overnight. The spectra 11 cannot be biwired and does not come with spikes. The biggest collection of acoustat manuals and schematics. Some pictures of the acoustat panels and electronics. These were an estate sale find that i never got around to using due to space limitations so i am selling them. I cant wait for you to post your listening impressions and any other info you get. Wb is a bunch of marketiing in my opinion, but little facts to back the walk. Pair of acoustat spectra 11 electrostatic loud speaker. At first glance, the acoustat spectra 11 looks like a good deal. Acoustat spectra 33 full range electrostatic speaker audio.
Also look for the improved panels per andy acoustat tech, they will have a yellowred strip for the bias wire. Even though the speaker will begin to play within a few. I have just acquried a pair of acoustat model 2 and am hoping to seek the knowledge of fellow cammers regarding appropriate amplifier to drive these speakers. May 28, 2004 acoustat spectra 11 value i have seen a number of them for 300400 range usually with new woofers. Jan 12, 2003 acoustat hi, i have a pair of near new acoustat spectra 11 speakers in near new condition. I want to sell them, but have no idea of their value. Below you will found our manuals on the acoustat spectra 11. My spectra 33 right speaker no longer puts out sound. Be sure to wet each area generously, and thoroughly you cannot hurt the panels or frames of the speakers. New acoustat spectra 11 12v ma ac adapter power supply sa 35tt5. Even if you are using an acoustat spw1 woofer with your spectra 22s, the left and right grounds are kept separate inside the woofer. A very nice pair of acoustat spectra 33 electrostatic speakers for sale.
Find great deals on ebay for acoustat and electrostatic speakers. But performance wise, they are much better than stock. These speakers no longer have the head in the vice issues that earlier models were prone to. I believe the 11 stands for single array per channel. Acoustat spectra 8800s speakers canuck audio mart hifi. Acoustat spectra 33 speakers canuck audio mart hifi. Download the acoustat spectra11 manuals for free hifi manuals. Very impressive i can just imagine how good they will sound as well. Rockford fosgate, 600 south rockford drive, tempe, az 85281 1990s. If you want to match electrostatic speakers with subs, depending on teh xo freq, i dont see why you wouldnt go dipole, linkwitz ws, nelson pass ppsl dipole, cardiod or otherwise.
Acoustat spectra11 1100 floorstanding speakers user. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. You will need a free hifi manuals account to be able to. Dec 25, 2010 i a pair of acoustat 33s, the 11 s big brother. Ajax, on, ca ok i confess, i own a pair of these wonderful speakers as well. Also vidot is right parts or repairs would be tough. Acoustat home speakers and subwoofers for sale ebay. Click on thumbnail to enlarge use the back arrow on your browser to return inside the acoustat. The sound is smooth through the midrange, if not particularly detailed, but the speakers sound as if cropped at the top.
A place where audiophiles and audio companies discuss existing and new audio products, music servers, music streamers and computer audio, digital to audio converters, turntables, phono stages, cartridges, reel to reel, speakers, headphones, tube. The following topics regarding the acoustat spectra 2 have been found in the forums. Acoustat spectra 11 electrostatic hybrid planars audiogon. As with the sequels, there are movingcoil bass cabinets below, electrostatic panels on top. The following topics regarding the acoustat monitor 4 have been found in the forums. Acoustat spectra 11 acoustat spectra 1100 produktblatt prospekt. Meet dave, he rediscovered his amazing 8 foot tall acoustat speakers duration.
Congratulations on your purchase of acoustat spectra. The spectra 11 belongs to the spectra hybrid series and was manufactured from 1989 until 1992. This is the only thing i would change about these speakers. The spectra series is a big improvement with regards to dispersion and imaging over previous models. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. The speakers are nearly flawless cosmetically and i would like to. Acoustat spectra 33 electrostatic speakers audio asylum trader. Hell of a guy join date dec 2007 location homeless posts.
Verkauft werden acoustat modell spectra 11, ein elektroataten hypridsystem welches weit besser klingt wie zb martin logan sequel, sequel2. I think the 11 s your looking at are over priced, based on age. Meet dave, he rediscovered his amazing 8 foot tall acoustat speakers steve guttenberg. These changes are ones that can be used to make your speakers sound better, in some environments, and possibly at greater expense. The spectra 33s are a newer version of the model 3 which is an excellent speaker. Download the acoustat spectra11 manuals for free hifi. Get the best deals on acoustat home speakers and subwoofers when you shop the largest online selection at.
They require no batteries, cords, electronics or power source. Not too bad for almost 18 years of continuous service. Nearly 8feettall by 20 they look great considering their age and sound as crystal clear as ever. I first heard a pair of acoustat monitor 3s powered by the predecessor to the classe dr3 at opus audio in montreal back in 1980 when i bought my jbl 4315s from them. The original design was built and used in jp jeep harneds home, where the livingroom french windows opened out onto a stream in the back yard. Acoustat spectra 22 electrostatic speaker planars audiogon. These speakers are extremely finicky with placement sweet spot is very tight. They could almost be called knockoffs of the martinlogan sequelstheyre about the same size. The sound is smooth through the midrange, if not particularly detailed, but the speakers sound as. I have owned many models and can repair most panels and electronics write or call for pricing. The spectra 11 is nonfatiguing, nonirritating, and forgiving. Directory price results news help consign classic site. I checked the connections, fuse, changed out amps, but cant find a solution. Acoustat spectra 11 audioholics home theater forums.
Meet dave, he rediscovered his amazing 8 foot tall. Pair of acoustat spectra 11 electrostatic loud speaker system, by rockford. Your new acoustat loudspeaker requires a breakin period before full performance may be realized. See more ideas about acoustic, wooden speakers and passive speaker. Simply place your iphone in the slot and enjoy tunes of yesterday or today with an amazing vintage sound. The acoustat spectra 11 is an electrostatic speaker. Your new acoustat budspeaker requires a breakin period. When i called for info on my spectra 11 power supplies, the tech confirmed what i had heard. I cant offer any specific recommendations on a different woofer. From 2030 feet away, the matching peerless nht sw2si subs bring this bass back. The subwoofer speaker cone suspension is worn through in places. Acoustat hi, i have a pair of near new acoustat spectra 11 speakers in near new condition. These speakers sound better than the martin logan spire. The acoustat monitor 4 is a directdrive in the electrostatic speaker category.
This acoustic speaker from reacoustic for your iphone utilizes a vintage gramophone horn from the 1920s and is mounted to a walnut base. I have owned these speakers for about two years and have us. Find great deals on ebay for acoustat speakers and electrostatic speakers. Also look for the improved panels per andy acoustat tech, they will have a. Acoustat grille replacement audiogon discussion forum. The owners manual is used as an reference guide, instruction manual and instruction book. Chances are if youve clicked on these you already know what they are, but if you dont, the acoustat spectra series are one of the. Acoustat spectra 22, these sound wonderful and the bases are in great condition, grill covers are a bit dirty, but not excessive. I believe boomy woofers were used to detract potential buyers from their expectation of a weak bass in panel speakers. The following models were also produced in the spectra hybrid series.
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