I received my first JBLs yesterday. They are in exceptional shape. If the 4425s due here on Saturday are anywhere as close in condition to these, I'll be thrilled.
I'm attaching a couple photos. The wood is lovely, to say the least. The metal control panel is stamped 14595 -- Ser # ?
Frankly, the first listen was a bit discouraging. I was distracted by the bass over-excursion -- just a bit boomy for me. However, a 4" to 5" plug of acoustic material in the port changed that situation completely! The speakers sounded much more musical -- top-to-bottom. ;?)
So I sat back to listen for a bit and mostly enjoyed the music. However the midrange seemed a bit 'edgy'. I placed a fairly neutral mid next to the JBL mid, and then played both at equal (Fairly low SPLs) levels at the same time. The other mid was clearly 'cleaner'.
First really stupid question (But, I promise to follow-up with many more. ;?):
My mid is the LE5-9. Is there a better one 'out there'? In my research, I've discovered a whole 'herd' of LE5 variations. For example, there is one on eBay that fits my 'heftier is better' philosophy: http://www.ebay.com/itm/380674739764...#ht_366wt_1174 It also looks to have some 'character. ;?)
I'm sure there are other choices. I just want a very controlled midrange, especially at higher volumes, when the mid amp/driver quality becomes increasingly evident.
Or .... maybe do nothing. This dude is so new looking, maybe it hasn't been saddled up, ridden, and 'tamed'. Thanks to all!
Greg