Iconic 704-8A question

**David Cox** · April 21st, 2005, 05:19 PM

Does anyone have experience with the Iconic 704-8A?
I have my eye on a pair of 604-8G drivers, but the prices on eBay are so high I'm considering just buying new drivers ( Iconic 704-8A). I'm sure the manufacturing quality is top notch, but how does the sound compare to the vintage Altec drivers?

All the best,
David

**Steve Burger** · April 23rd, 2005, 04:52 AM

I will have some of our upgraded 704's soon. Perhaps you can drive up to Bellingham, WA and give them a listen. You could compare them to the 604G and 604k at that time. It will be a few weeks down the road however.

**RonSSS** · April 23rd, 2005, 02:20 PM

David,
Good to see another Portlander.
Drop me a line sometime.

Ron

**David Cox** · April 23rd, 2005, 11:31 PM

Steve, I'd like to make the trip. Let me know when you have them in hand and I'll race on up.

Ron, glad to know there's another Altec fan in town. How should I get in touch with you. I just sold my A7s. Just moved into a new house with a much smaller listening room, so the big guys had to go. I'm considering a pair of duplex, Boleros or Carmels. Good Altec sound...just smaller in size.

David