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

Showing 1 response by glennewdick

Why not get Heresy's? there's 4 versions now and so many upgrades available form the likes of Bob Crites etc that you can tailor the sound to your liking. not to mention they made a ton of them so their everywhere.  Add a sub or two and your in happy mode.

I'd stay clear of anything Sansui made that had speaker drivers in them, they are not known for their speakers, and I'm a big fan of Sansui. Generally most vintage speakers are not up to todays sound standards of course there are a few exceptions but generally the mass market speaker from that era are all a let down. 

So many modern designs that are way better for similar money.