NewZenith
08-22-2007, 12:38 AM
Dear LH members.
I have decided to sell my 4341 monitors to make way for a new speaker project.
If you are looking for a functional collectors item, you could do worse. These speakers are built with the quality that made JBL famous. The driver complement is robust, and the cabinets are made with dreadnought construction. As many of you already know, these speakers are the predecessors to the famed and coveted 4343 monitors. These are a fine, unmolested example of the 4341 and they were purchased from the original owner through an "i-soldit" type store in Philadelphia about six months ago. Since that time I have used these as my main system, replacing my composite XPL 250's.
Speaker condition:
To the best of my knowledge, these speakers are 100% original. The only thing that may have been replaced are the 2231 cones, although this is purely speculative on my part. I was definitely the first to switch the 2405 over to the other side to make a semi-symmetrical pair. Diaphragms are original, as are the crossovers and other related components.
I have the front grills which are in very good condition, however, one badge is missing.
The serial numbers are 10072 and 10074, respectively.
The speakers are currently loaded with 2235H SFG drivers with close serial numbers, and clean baskets. They were freshly reconed by ALTEL Sound of Bridgeport, Connecticut with genuine JBL cone kits. Rich, the current manager personally reconed these for me, as he knows what a fusspot I am. I also have the original 2231A drivers with refoamed cones. The cabinets are in excellent condition, however the veneer does show age with some impressions and scratches, they have never been refurbished, stained or painted. Some corners are slightly compromised, albeit to a very small degree.
This sale will also include the JBL 1974 product catalog and 1974 4340/4341 brochure.
I will be posting a link with detailed and numerous high resolution photos sometime tomorrow.
Photos will include internal and external shots.
Asking Price:
I currently have about $2650 into these speakers, excluding the cost of the 2235H drivers. The 2235H drivers cost me about $500 after all was said and done. I would like to get $2500 for the monitors with the original 2231A drivers installed. Should you want the 2235H drivers instead, please add $500 to the cost. This may sound expensive, however, I am selling at a loss.
Should these speakers sell through LH, I will donate $100 to LH and $150 should they sell with the 2235H drivers.The $3000 package price includes the 2231A and 2235H drivers.
Contact information:
I may be reached through LH or by telephone at area code 203-232-4076.
Shipping information:
I have no desire to ship these, as they are far too fragile and heavy. However, I would be willing to meet someone within say a 250 mile radius in exchange for the cost of fuel and tolls.
I am located in Newtown Connecticut, zip code 06470. Thank you for your consideration,
Sincerely, newzenith.
I have decided to sell my 4341 monitors to make way for a new speaker project.
If you are looking for a functional collectors item, you could do worse. These speakers are built with the quality that made JBL famous. The driver complement is robust, and the cabinets are made with dreadnought construction. As many of you already know, these speakers are the predecessors to the famed and coveted 4343 monitors. These are a fine, unmolested example of the 4341 and they were purchased from the original owner through an "i-soldit" type store in Philadelphia about six months ago. Since that time I have used these as my main system, replacing my composite XPL 250's.
Speaker condition:
To the best of my knowledge, these speakers are 100% original. The only thing that may have been replaced are the 2231 cones, although this is purely speculative on my part. I was definitely the first to switch the 2405 over to the other side to make a semi-symmetrical pair. Diaphragms are original, as are the crossovers and other related components.
I have the front grills which are in very good condition, however, one badge is missing.
The serial numbers are 10072 and 10074, respectively.
The speakers are currently loaded with 2235H SFG drivers with close serial numbers, and clean baskets. They were freshly reconed by ALTEL Sound of Bridgeport, Connecticut with genuine JBL cone kits. Rich, the current manager personally reconed these for me, as he knows what a fusspot I am. I also have the original 2231A drivers with refoamed cones. The cabinets are in excellent condition, however the veneer does show age with some impressions and scratches, they have never been refurbished, stained or painted. Some corners are slightly compromised, albeit to a very small degree.
This sale will also include the JBL 1974 product catalog and 1974 4340/4341 brochure.
I will be posting a link with detailed and numerous high resolution photos sometime tomorrow.
Photos will include internal and external shots.
Asking Price:
I currently have about $2650 into these speakers, excluding the cost of the 2235H drivers. The 2235H drivers cost me about $500 after all was said and done. I would like to get $2500 for the monitors with the original 2231A drivers installed. Should you want the 2235H drivers instead, please add $500 to the cost. This may sound expensive, however, I am selling at a loss.
Should these speakers sell through LH, I will donate $100 to LH and $150 should they sell with the 2235H drivers.The $3000 package price includes the 2231A and 2235H drivers.
Contact information:
I may be reached through LH or by telephone at area code 203-232-4076.
Shipping information:
I have no desire to ship these, as they are far too fragile and heavy. However, I would be willing to meet someone within say a 250 mile radius in exchange for the cost of fuel and tolls.
I am located in Newtown Connecticut, zip code 06470. Thank you for your consideration,
Sincerely, newzenith.