Just inherited a set of Altec 846u speakers from my brother who sadly passed away at the young age of 52.
First question - can someone help me place a value on these speakers? As I am the executor of the estate, they may have to be sold as I don't really have the room for them, plus I live in a condo. Otherwise, I would purchase them from the estate.
I just cranked them up for the first time yesterday - they still sound amazing. The woofer cones seem to be in perfect shape and there is no distortion coming from the speakers. I had them hooked up to a Carver HR-772 receiver and they were LOUD, crisp highs, tight bass, just very nice sounding. The cabinets could use a very light refinishing due to being moved around over the years, they have a few minor scuff marks on them. A little lemon oil may go a long way to bringing them back. I haven't tried that yet.
My brother was the original owner and I can remember when he first got these speakers back in the mid-70's. I used to sit in his bedroom when he wasn't home and listen to Mahvishnu Orchester, Return to Forever, Stanley Clarke and so on. So these speakers have significant sentimental value to me - I wish I could keep them. They are basically a family heirloom. But unfortunatley, they may have to go. Any advice would be greatly appreciated
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Originally Posted by xrochester
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