Do you Think Altec model 19 is outdated speakers ?

@sabih Wrote:

 back in 1973 KEF  was the first loudspeaker firm in the world to implement the use of computers in loudspeaker design and measurement. 

Bart Locanthi at JBL was using an analog computer in the 1960's, designing speakers and measurements see here and here!

Mike

@jsalerno277  Thank you once again your repeat of repeats ! 

You wrote to me,,,,   A-I do not understand your defensive response.  

(for every action there is always positive or negative reaction ! in fact my response was not defensive it was informative )

                                    B- Seems like you're looking for affirmation again.  

(explained clearly not seeking Affirmation to hear Agoners opinion over 60 years old Magnificent American made Altec speakers)

                           C-I said that I was glad the Altecs are musically compelling to you.

(  I'm not obsess with Altec 19s  They have pros & cons but tonal accuracy , dynamism able to deliver lower &higher frequencies non fatiguing. Altecs they were ahead of many other speaker manufacturers both domestic & pro arena .

 As a matter of fact I  have 8 pairs of speakers including modern designs, you can check it out 3 of those on you tube if any interest to you.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Nty3lkuHmQ&pp=ygURdGFubm95IHRkMTBhZDE4NjU%3D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI0PeIfivCo&pp=ygUcaHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9iaTBwZWlmaXZjbw%3D%3D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YVcY09eFuI

if you could watch those videos you may understand what I was aiming in terms of taking opinion of Agoner community  Thank you once again participating.

@kennyc  Thank you participating and your unclear comments .  As if You are representing yourself  Team Leader  of Audio gone community ! we do that we do this.... etc.etc what are aiming ? are you lecturing me or suggesting me I' am in the wrong place to take opinions of other members obviously you did not watch the video if you did perhaps you would make comment about SOUND.

Only person made a well observed comment was @toddalin HATS OFF !

have fun and enjoy whatever you do.

toddalin

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07-21-2025 at 09:12pm 

Nice and clear.

A bit boxy and the peaks in the highs would have to go, at least for me.  Seems to be adding a bit of sibilance.

@ditusa . Thank you for this ! indeed he was one of the greatest Sound engineer he virtually open the door to other sound engineers to step up he was involved many areas track recording, digital audio, and the most recent use of the Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). (RIP)

@bgross , Fantastic ! Valencia are truly outstanding speakers as far as I  know 2 versions A & B . Mind you All the Altec drivers and horns are excellent products. I  have 2 pair  of 416Z + 806A I  have been patiently waiting Craftsman who build Onken cabinets for my 414-8c & 807 he is 83 years of age it took him 4 months to build Onken Cabinets for me however he said he will build Valencia cabinets for me but have to wait till autumn until he finishes other orders not many craftsman left in UK , I've uploaded video on you  Tube about Onken style cabinets check it out if you want. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI0PeIfivCo&pp=ygUcaHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9iaTBwZWlmaXZjbw%3D%3D