Pair of excellent condition Altec 288-16H compression drivers. Altec Lansing 288-16H horn drivers are the last of the famous 288 drivers made with an ALNICO magnet and tangerine phase plug for better high frequencies. It's been forty years since the 288Hs were last made and they continue to be widely regarded as the best compression drivers. They are much rarer (made for just one year) than even the highly regarded 288G?s. The serial numbers are 122 and 140. They are very efficient and operate with amplifiers at 1.5watts. They, like the 288G?s are one-third larger and extend the upper frequency limit by 2,000 cps compared with previous 288s.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Frequency 500-15,000 Hz
Sensitivity 109db/1w/1m
Diaphragm Aluminum
Throat Size 1.4?
Voice Coil Diameter 2.8"
Weight 29.25 lbs.
Although they probably did not need it, I had both drivers remagnetized and new aluminum diaphragms installed by Great Plains Audio.
Condition of the bodies and rear covers is outstanding. The drivers have all mounting hardware and gaskets.
These drivers are a great addition to the Khorns with an 805 horn or the 311-60 horn.
Asking $1,250 or best offer.
Last edited by mflaten; March 6th, 2016 at 12:56 PM.
I am looking for a single 515B/C frame for recone. I have a late model 515B (with 16" frame) and am looking for a mate. The plan is to get them both reconed at GPA at the same time
Thanks much!
Last edited by Elitopus1; October 27th, 2016 at 09:44 AM.
Reason: Added more info
It is with great reluctance that I've decided to sell my M19's. We moved into a condo 3 yrs ago and they're simply too big for the room. I've held on to them because I wasn't sure if I would like condo living. Looks like this is where we will stay, so it's time to down size.
I bought these speakers about 5 yrs ago. After buying them I checked the resistor values in the XO. Many were no longer close to the specified value, so the resistors and capacitors were replaced. Other than that, I have done no modifications. I haven't opened the cabs and don't know the models of the horns/drivers.
Cabinets are oak veneer, and look quite good considering their age. Certainly not perfect but not many dings. Pics are available to interested buyers.
Price is $2200 and that is pretty firm. Thought I would offer them here to people who love Altecs, before listing elsewhere.
I greatly prefer local pick up in San Diego. However, if the buyer arranges a shipping company to pick up, pack and pallet the speakers I am willing to be home to assist.
I have too many other "toys" I should also get rid of, so please, no trade offers. I can be contacted by email dthagerty at aol dot com
Dave
SOLD
Last edited by Altec Best; July 4th, 2016 at 01:26 PM.
I am looking for a Model 14 crossover (gen 2 to be specific). Recognizable by the 2 on the circuit card. Also has only one inductor on the board. The cap values should be 2uf and 10uf.
I am restoring a pair and found one crossover but prefer another matching gen 2 board. I don't want to modify the original series one boards unless I come up empty in my search.
FOR SALE in Minneapolis - A7-500 Voice of the Theatres
Two modern ALTEC A7-500 installed 16 years ago in Minneapolis. Last batch of ALNICO drivers on the 16" 416-8B woofers with stepped magnets. ALNICO 802-8D compression drivers on 511B horns with N501-8A L-Pad adjustable networks - all original to this pair.
Beautiful 3/4" plywood 828B enclosures have 4 perfect VOTT decals, original ALTEC Theater-Gray paint, and skid rails on the back. I'm replacing the missing grille cloth and horn bracket painted to match - a work in progress.
Labor of love for me - I was the ALTEC-PRO midwest factory rep 1974-75. Please call me (10AM - 8PM) for more details at 612-928-5788 or 612-388-2365 - I talk much faster than I type!
I am trying to put together the system I had 35+ years ago, of which a pair of Altec Segovia 874-A's were a part. If anyone has a pair for sale or has seen some for sale, please let me know. Would prefer they were in good working condition as I'm not experienced at repairing and the like.
Originally Posted by cholt
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