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Apogee Duetta II Signature Crossover Caps Recommendations

Hi All,

I’m getting my speakers completely refreshed by Bill Thalmann @ Music Technology with Graz KLM7 MRTW ribbons, Type 42 bass ribbons, mid/high ribbon wiring kit. I’m also considering have the original Sprague crossover capacitors replaced with either Auracap XOs or Multicap PPMFX capacitors. I’m looking to keep my cost in the realm of these caps. I’m wondering if anyone has direct experience, preferably with my model speaker, recapping and what you recommend? I’m open to mixing as well, but would need to understand the “why”. Thanks in advance!
parker65310

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richmos
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Parker65310...thank you very much for the detailed information. At least now I have a good idea what to expect should I choose a rebuild.

Richard
richmos
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@gmosley and @parker65310 

I have a pair of Apogee Duetta Sigs which I purchased new approximately 30 years ago. I still marvel at how well they sound and I, too am a new fan of BAT - I use a BAT VK 42se preamp and a BAT VK 250 power amp. I have driven the Duettas with many configurations in the past including Forte pre and power amps, Proceed PRE and Bel Canto power amp, including a pair of Ref 1000 monoblocks. 

My question, if it is not too personal, is this - how much do you expect to pay for a ribbon rebuild by Bill Thalmann? I have attempted to get in touch with him, but have had no luck. After 30 years of use, I have to believe that my Duettas would benefit by a new ribbon rebuild.

I used to be on the original Apogee forum many years ago when Graz started supplying ribbons and building his own Apogees. We used to exchange Christmas gifts back then - in the form of CD's. He sent me a pair of mid/tweeter ribbons one year along with a great CD another year.

Any info on the rebuild cost would be helpful - Thanks

Richard Moscatelli
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