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paul45
217 posts
Dec 18, 2016
7:41 AM
I know that everyone loves vintage jensens, but is there any pecking order for the rest of them? CTS, Utahs, Oxfords etc.
orphan
473 posts
Dec 18, 2016
3:53 PM
That is tough to determine for me because different amps/cabs give different results. I used 12" Utahs in a Silvertone 1484 and in a Duel 212. I liked them in both amps mostly because I like the breakup on the Utahs. The Duel was warmer and the Silvertone was more midrange. I realize that doesn't answer your question. I hope others will chime in.
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Mirco
446 posts
Dec 19, 2016
11:53 PM
My favorite vintage speaker is this local guy in my Toastmasters club. He was in the Vietnam war and last Tuesday he gave a great speech about the importance of family values in establishing a new business. You know, to attract and retain good employees, as well as to build a brand that the public can trust.

Since he was in Vietnam, I guess that he is old enough to qualify as vintage.
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Last Edited by Mirco on Dec 19, 2016 11:53 PM
Thievin' Heathen
895 posts
Dec 23, 2016
8:52 PM
@ Orphan - Was that a Peavey Duel 212?

@Paul45 - I have cannibalized old organs for their speakers for a couple of home built amp projects. The ones I've gotten have Alnico magnets, intact cones, years of moderate volume break-in, and are, for all practical purposes, pristine. That does not answer your question on the pecking order of vintage speakers, but it is a good source for vintage speakers in good condition.

" cannibalized old organs " - Now that's a Heathen activity if I ever heard one.

Last Edited by Thievin' Heathen on Dec 23, 2016 9:05 PM
orphan
474 posts
Dec 24, 2016
6:19 AM
@ Thievin' Heathen, yes it was a Peavey Duel 212.

@ paul45, What vintage spkrs have you tried or are considering?
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Last Edited by orphan on Dec 24, 2016 6:20 AM
Thievin' Heathen
896 posts
Dec 24, 2016
11:36 AM
I am always on the lookout for a Peavey Duel. I hope I find one while I can still carry it.


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