@jasonbourne71, my question was is Altec 19 are outdated ? check it out on you tube. https://youtu.be/eUDF25oZGf8
Do you Think Altec model 19 is outdated speakers ?
your opinion matters.
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@tablejockey Frankly I do not need affirmation about my system I'm only sharing info reason for shaky video I'm a disabled person No right arm No left leg , Thanks for your comments. |
@curlyhifi Thanks for your comments I've wide taste of music from opera to world music having spend over 45 years inside and outside of music industry, Having Met D,Garber (RIP) T.Mayer and many other Genius Audio designers they tuned their equipment by ear as an ex BBC Engineer my ears are well trained and I know about room acoustics and well recorded music,WHEN listen music virtually I invite musician into my room they do sing at to me ! if I let you hear PUCCINI 's La Bohème in my system You may think you are at the Royal Albert Hall . None of my system has been tweaked it is a simple SET Amps and iconic loudspeakers what I share with Audiogon community has been rather amusing. Some members could not even recognized Stacey Kent voice! I listen music Approx 60 hours a Week so please stop patronizing me how to listen music. have fun and enjoy whatever you do. |
@jsalerno277 respectfully I was not asking affirmation from Agon community I was only giving bit of flavor what an iconic speakers can do well tuned room and a good marriage with associated equipment and yet recorded by 5 years old mobile phone. As for the speaker technology I do not think advanced dramatically a part from cosmetics excellent furniture finish to keep wives or spouses Happy. from Walker's outstanding quad 57 to Tannoys still going nearly hundred years to Magnificent rather partner unfriendly Irreplaceable Great American ALTEC 's thanks GPA to keeping it going ,thanks for your advice One can enter my music room can not get out once they hear the music playing. Have fun , enjoy what ever you do. |
@cns1946 An old and wise guy ! A 7 -8 are magnificent speakers it is a landmark product one of the greatest American loudspeakers ever. I also have Altec 414-8c Onken style cabinet They are great too but Altec 19 are got the edge. |
@jsalerno277 in fact I Responded to you Directly ! back in 1973 KEF was the first loudspeaker firm in the world to implement the use of computers in loudspeaker design and measurement. The LS3/5a was the original mini monitor, inspired by KEF drivers and designed at the BBC, that transformed the audio experience in 1975. as an retired BBC sound engineer we have had massive benefits having those monitors various applications on the other hand some of my sound engineer colleagues & I always admired capability & purity of Mighty American made Altec monitors. not sure why you do not understand uploading Altec video on you tube ? frankly you do not have to be brain surgeon nor rocket scientist to figure it out. Here it is another Altec video ,,,,https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI0PeIfivCo&t=101s&pp=ygUcaHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9iaTBwZWlmaXZjb9IHCQnHCQGHKiGM7w%3D%3D Have fun and enjoy whatever you do . |
@toddalin OUTSTANDİNG . |
@mdalton .Altec Model 19 s super tweeters apparently prototype of one the 7 ever made but never manufactured whatever the reason ! similar to 604 G Tweeter section İt has got a toggle switch 96 to 98 db sensitivity . My chief engineer back in 1974 A. İngles acquired from KDKA radio station from Pittsburgh case made by myself painted in white to matched Model 19 speakers at back of Tweeter marked ALQ 005. also Altec model 19 manufactured in white finish 16 pairs I've been told . |
@kennyc Thank you participating and your unclear comments . As if You are representing yourself Team Leader of Audio gone community ! we do that we do this.... etc.etc what are aiming ? are you lecturing me or suggesting me I' am in the wrong place to take opinions of other members obviously you did not watch the video if you did perhaps you would make comment about SOUND. Only person made a well observed comment was @toddalin HATS OFF ! have fun and enjoy whatever you do. toddalin455 posts Nice and clear. A bit boxy and the peaks in the highs would have to go, at least for me. Seems to be adding a bit of sibilance. |
@jsalerno277 Thank you once again your repeat of repeats ! You wrote to me,,,, A-I do not understand your defensive response. (for every action there is always positive or negative reaction ! in fact my response was not defensive it was informative ) B- Seems like you're looking for affirmation again. (explained clearly not seeking Affirmation to hear Agoners opinion over 60 years old Magnificent American made Altec speakers) C-I said that I was glad the Altecs are musically compelling to you. ( I'm not obsess with Altec 19s They have pros & cons but tonal accuracy , dynamism able to deliver lower &higher frequencies non fatiguing. Altecs they were ahead of many other speaker manufacturers both domestic & pro arena . As a matter of fact I have 8 pairs of speakers including modern designs, you can check it out 3 of those on you tube if any interest to you.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Nty3lkuHmQ&pp=ygURdGFubm95IHRkMTBhZDE4NjU%3D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI0PeIfivCo&pp=ygUcaHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9iaTBwZWlmaXZjbw%3D%3D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YVcY09eFuI if you could watch those videos you may understand what I was aiming in terms of taking opinion of Agoner community Thank you once again participating. |
@ditusa . Thank you for this ! indeed he was one of the greatest Sound engineer he virtually open the door to other sound engineers to step up he was involved many areas track recording, digital audio, and the most recent use of the Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). (RIP) |
@bgross , Fantastic ! Valencia are truly outstanding speakers as far as I know 2 versions A & B . Mind you All the Altec drivers and horns are excellent products. I have 2 pair of 416Z + 806A I have been patiently waiting Craftsman who build Onken cabinets for my 414-8c & 807 he is 83 years of age it took him 4 months to build Onken Cabinets for me however he said he will build Valencia cabinets for me but have to wait till autumn until he finishes other orders not many craftsman left in UK , I've uploaded video on you Tube about Onken style cabinets check it out if you want. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI0PeIfivCo&pp=ygUcaHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9iaTBwZWlmaXZjbw%3D%3D |
@kennyc , you were talking about respect !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! so is that way respect forum members ? DEFENDİNG WHO ? obviously you are part of group jumping to band wagon so you trying to score a goal to get praises from them you are making very clear. THİS İS CRYSTAL CLEAR. you ARE DEFİNİTELY representing people you call them defensiveness people ? please NAME them so everyone can see . İf you were Mature enough YOU WOULD NOT DARE DARE TO CALL ME RUDE ! SELFİSH , . PRİDEFUL ,UNCLEAR . HOW CLEARLY DESCRİBED YOURSELF Which I Thank you for it. have nice day. |
@kennyc . Here we go again . You are like Dog with the bone you do not let go! constantly repeating yourself saying that as if I'm seeking Respect ,Affirmation, attacking A.gone community and yet you dare to call me all sort of unkind words you did insult me YOU HAVE REPEATEDLY Said you are defending DEFENSELESS PEOPLE ! You are accusing me MY UNWARRANTED ATTACKS ? Would you please tell me WHO DİD I ATTACK ? WHO ARE THE DEFENSELESS PEOPLE ? ASKED YOU PLEASE NAME THEM SO I CAN APOLOGIZE İF I OFFEND THEM BUT YOUR DİD NOT NAME ANYBODY NOTHİNG NADA !!!!! YOU are FULL OF CONTRADICTION telling me You are helping A.Gone community Who are you ? experienced technician, audio designer sound engineer ,or Mr KNOW İT ALL ??????? or a HERO behind the KEYBOARD ? Please take a look at the mirror and answer it yourself. YOU DO OWE ME a APOLOGY But I only accept apology from people who are genuine and factual. HUMAN MİND İT WORKS LİKE A PARACHUTE İF İT'S OPEN İT WORKS ! İF İT DOESN'T OPEN TOUGH LUCK.! have nice day. |
@jsalerno277 . Excellent !Team members are stepping out, thanks for spilling the beans. |
@sjbellers , Thank you for your crystal clear explanation , Perfectly summed up. WOTT 's are exceptional speakers .could not find a decent pair in UK .But I'am happy with what I've got Regards. |