How long do good speakers last?


I just ordered a set of Sonus Faber Olympica Nova Vs, my first foray into nice speakers. I turn 51 this month and am hoping these will be the last speakers I ever buy. But it got me to thinking - how long should I expect these speakers to last? Or any good speakers for that matter? Does the foam eventually break down? Issues with general wear and tear? Appreciate your perspectives!
bigtex22

Showing 1 response by hwr

Depends on the speaker mostly, and how much the cone moves.
If you your speakers have "long throw" woofers with excessive cone movement, re-foaming them will be a regular activity for you.

If on the other hand you own a pair of K-horns like myself, there won't be any need to re-foam because the cone never moves more than a 1/16th of an inch, worst case scenario. No movement, no wear! 

I bought my speakers new in 1978, the access panel for the woofers have never been removed. Bass is as good as it was new...