Altec 1" exit driver recommedations

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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]

Here's a quick reference chart (http://www.wmeckle.com/INTRO/SMALL/Altec.htm) to get you started.

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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]

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]

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.

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The ones I have, have the original "light" aluminum 'phrams

How can one tell it is the original light diaphragm?

[westend]

How can one tell it is the original light diaphragm?
Numbered 34647. http://alteclansingunofficial.nlenet.net/Diavc.html

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Thanks for your posts westend, most helpful :-)

[voice of theatr]

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]

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:

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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]

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.....