Question On JBL L-300's

[Loud & Clear]

I have a pretty decent pair of L-300's. My question is: If I were to put on around 5-10 coats of piano black lacquer over the veneer (sanded smooth as a baby's bottom of course) and hand rub to a "Brilliant" shine. Would I De-value the pair of L-300's???

P.S. It would just match my front room so much better...

[edgewound]

Yes, absolutely...to vintage collectors anyway.

Now you have to ask yourself, "What do I value more? My vintage collectable, original finish L-300s....or how they fit my decor?"

If the veneer is nice....keep 'em original. If not....you decide.

[majick47]

Someone else that used to be here had a pair of desirable high end JBL speakers that were painted black and ended up having a tough time selling them. If appearance is more important than money my guess it will easly cost you $1000-$1500 off the resale value.

[SEAWOLF97]

Someone else that used to be here had a pair of desirable high end JBL speakers that were painted black and ended up having a tough time selling them.

I think those 250ti's still had the woodgrain texture showing under the black , making them look like current "black ash" junk. Ask lovethatsound.

[BMWCCA]

. . . current "black ash" junk.

As a new L-5 owner, I represent that remark!

[Loud & Clear]

Hmmmm, Now I have to wonder, as they seem to be climbing in value lately. I appreciate your help...

[grumpy]

$0.02 more:

also, the finish would -very- likely crack along the seams... eventually.

[SUPERBEE]

A great way to ruin a classic set of speakers.

[Loud & Clear]

I'm catching you guys' drift. I better keep them stock. Sure wish I could find some stock grills for them. I have the grill frames. I had them covered in black grill cloth. I actually saw a pair of "NOS" L-300 grills on the bay (sweet). they were camel. Man, they went for around $1300.00. Come to think of it. I could use some glass tops as well. I better keep my eye's wide open. These speakers are gaining value. I've had like 80 pairs of speaker in my life, and the L-300's sound the best (most were pro audio). I had even considered changing out the LE-85's, and installing jbl 375 drivers. Now y'all got me thinking alot harder...

[toddalin]

WAF = Domestic Bliss > Resale $$$

[majick47]

Seeing you got the drift from the replies do a search for info on replacement smoked glass. Also there is info on the L300 cloth grills, Zilch has the original cloth in JBL blue. Along with those two items check for the JBL oil formula to replenish the walnut veneer.

[grumpy]

... and mbottz makes the grilles

http://audioheritage.org/vbulletin/s...ad.php?t=19477

[Loud & Clear]

Wow, Thanks, Looks like the JBL forum is the place to get you JBL stuff LOL... I appreciate the comments. Those grills look great. When I get more funds. I will get those L-300's RIGHT...

[John]

Just my 2 cents but if you think you could duplicate the black piano finish as found on a Steinway??? Then perhaps you could gain something. I kind of doubt you could pull it off. Like it has been said already if the wood veneer is mint leave it alone and enjoy.

[Mr. Widget]

I have a pretty decent pair of L-300's. My question is: If I were to put on around 5-10 coats of piano black lacquer over the veneer (sanded smooth as a baby's bottom of course) and hand rub to a "Brilliant" shine. Would I De-value the pair of L-300's???

May I suggest you put the walnut original boxes in storage and build a pair of clones?

Also, I'd look into this product if you want a really deep gloss piano finish:

http://www.pianolac.com/


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