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more10
08-21-2011, 12:02 PM
Hi
I have the opportunity to buy a pair of Altec 802-8g in good shape.
I thought I would get a pair of Altec drivers in order to compare with my JBL drivers (2420, LE85, etc), should I go for this pair or wait for another? I have no knowledge about Altec stuff whatsoever :-)
I am planning to use them from 2,5 kHz all the way up. HiFi use in big room playing loud.
lowpoke
08-23-2011, 07:08 PM
Here's a quick reference chart (http://www.wmeckle.com/INTRO/SMALL/Altec.htm) to get you started.
more10
08-24-2011, 05:30 AM
Thanks lowpoke!
802G Has new radial phasing plug, improved magnet structure. Originally equipped with very light diaphragm. Improved overall performance, last Alnico magnet.
804A Small magnet version of 802C, 2 db less sensitive. Used extensively in Hi Fi and other loudspeakers. Green in color.
806A New designation of 804A driver, green color.
802 G is the "best" Altec alnico driver, I'll go for it.
What is the market price for a pair in good shape?
louped garouv
08-24-2011, 09:53 AM
What is the market price for a pair in good shape?
all over the board,
i see cores going for $200 to 300/pr frequently
but have also seen them as low as $45/pr
westend
08-24-2011, 06:23 PM
I'll take all of the 802g's I can get for less than $100/driver.:bouncy:
I am using a pair of them in a DIY Altec MLTL build. They are coupled to 811 horns. The ones I have, have the original "light" aluminum 'phrams. They compare well to other CD's I've heard, the 811 horn being somewhat of a limit to their performance. I plan to move to another horn as time permits.
If you can get them for a good price and are able to somewhat document their past use, they are worthy. About the only caveat is how they were used but a remag and new 'phrams is still possible through Great Plains Audio.
more10
08-25-2011, 02:16 AM
The ones I have, have the original "light" aluminum 'phrams
How can one tell it is the original light diaphragm?
westend
08-27-2011, 05:56 PM
How can one tell it is the original light diaphragm?
Numbered 34647. http://alteclansingunofficial.nlenet.net/Diavc.html
more10
08-28-2011, 09:59 AM
Thanks for your posts westend, most helpful :-)
voice of theatr
08-28-2011, 12:49 PM
Numbered 34647. http://alteclansingunofficial.nlenet.net/Diavc.html
Actually, the 34647 is the diaphragm that replaced the original "light" diaphragm found in the older 802-8g drivers. The correct part number for the "light" diaphragm is 23744.....
westend
08-29-2011, 06:55 PM
Actually, the 34647 is the diaphragm that replaced the original "light" diaphragm found in the older 802-8g drivers. The correct part number for the "light" diaphragm is 23744.....Shite, you're absolutely correct! I got those two mixed up for some reason, maybe Senioritis :o:
more10
09-12-2011, 07:55 AM
Thanks guys. The drivers had original diaphragms. Most probably they have been used in studio monitors. Almost mint condition. 430$ for the pair.
voice of theatr
09-12-2011, 05:57 PM
Thanks guys. The drivers had original diaphragms. Most probably they have been used in studio monitors. Almost mint condition. 430$ for the pair.
Well worth the price IMHO. Those are great drivers and they sound phenomenal with the original light diaphragms if in (near) mint condition.....
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