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Sansui SP-2500 - Keep Original, or Modify?

In-looking (locally) for a Heresy-sized, high efficiency floor speaker (little kids == no towers, stands), I've come-across a 99% mint condition pair of SP-2500s, and for a song. Admittedly I am not one to keep things 'original', if quality is being sacrificed. I was thinking of rebuilding the mid/high section with new mid drivers, and a ribbon tweeter (and removing the HF 'lens'). Some crossover work, as well, of course. 

Does anyone own SP-2500's, and have you modified them in a way that is to your liking? Or would a guy be better keeping these, as-is?

Thanks!
brian_stabinger

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fiesta75
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Buy something else, they were decent back in the day. Too many drivers over the same frequency range = unclear/fractured sound. If you want  3-way, go with 3 drivers.
fiesta75
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After understanding your situation, I will change my no vote to a yes. Before I got into Altec, JBL and ESS, a friends Dad had some Sansui 2500's and I thought they sounded good compared to what I was use too. Those lattice grills will help protect the drivers from prying fingers, especially if the $$ is right. The only alternative I can think of are some pro JBL's with metal grills and black cabinets, but the wife would certainly frown on this.
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