Any still using the Dahlquist DQ-10 speakers?


I have not heard these lately and have not owned a pair for many years.  If you are using them, please let me know the journey they have gone down with you and the components you have used with them and any modifications.....then let me know if you are still driving that Ferrari 250 GT Lusso. 


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I have used the DQ-10's as my primary speakers in my two channel setup for over 40 years. Purchased new, the woofers have been re-coned and the crossovers reworked by Regnar. I also mirrored the speakers. I have recently had a pair of stands made for them (original stands came apart years ago - had used the short legs for several years). 

Currently powered with a Pioneer SX-1250 (also original purchase in the 70's). I spent a bit of time last year replacing all capacitors and active components in the Pioneer as well as cleaning every switch and pot. I have also used an Adcom 555, but actually prefer the sound of the Pioneer.

It all sounds now as good as I remember then. Once I got everything working I had my 29 year old son sit down and listen critically. He said he had never heard anything that had the clarity of the Dahlquists.

And I never owned a Ferrari, but my first car was a 1965 Mustang convertible that I often regret selling just a few years later. Cars I trade, stereo equipment is for keeps.