Altec Lansing 541B Speakers

I'm not finding anything on line for a Altec Lansing 541B.  This is a very documented brand, especially the old, really good stuff.  I have some of the A7 500's that are not marked anywhere (that I have noticed) with the model number.  It just says Voice Of The Theater on a big decal and speakers and horns are all numbered and it list the ohms.  For example 1 set of horns is labeled 511B.  My oldest pair was bought in 1958 by the original owner had never assembled.  They sound unbelievably wonderful, I just had to break them in.  Nothing has been done to them and they are over 60 years old.  As long as the mice or sunlight haven't effected them, guessing you can hook them up and they will probably sound as wonderful as the last time they were played.  You might have capacitors in the crossover that you might want to make sure there is no swell.  Can you post a picture of the speakers?  To give you an idea of value, these are Model 14's for sale in Louisville, KY for $1,750. 

Good Morning Hosierinohio,

Thanks for the response I think I bought these back around 1968-69 along with my McIntosh MX112 & MC2505 (still have but unused at the moment).  Can't report whether the mice got in, doesn't appear so, but they were into other storage unit items.  This model 514B is called the Coronado and show a diagram of the control on the back (see pics).  I really have no way to use them now so am open to anyone who might be interested.

I'm not an expert on Altec but there is a strong demand for classic loudspeakers from that brand. Sometimes the drivers alone are worth a good amount. I would think a 3000b squawker and 414z Woofer would have very good value.  

Thank you Russ69 for your comments.  I'm not sure how to proceed since I'm not sure of their condition or internals.  Perhaps someone in the network of Audiogon know of the these Cortina's.

I do appreciate the response to my question and information.  Again should anyone have information or and interest in these speakers, please let me know on the thread.

Archivist (Dave)

@archivist  Have you checked our Bluebook?

Altec is one of my favorite brands. Absolutely worth listening to them closely before deciding to sell. I would be interested if you're going to sell. Are you located in the USA?

Thanks Admin, will look-see.

fiesta75 - yes Colorado

fiesta75 - If you are interested in my Altec's in as-is condition, I'd be happy to sell them to you.  I see a pair on eBay for $ 2999 (ridiculous!) so would be willing to part with mine for much less.  Let's discuss.

Archivist (Dave)

Dave - I didn’t see any Altec listings for $2999. Any chance you could post a photo here? Or alternately a link, thanks 

Ok I found some photos of the Coronado 841s. Thanks for the offer but I’m going to pass 

No problem, good luck on your search.

Dave