May 03, 2017 soundstream bxa10d bass extreme amp dyno test and bass rockers br2000. Click on thumbnail to enlarge use the back arrow on your browser to. High output tube amplifiers for driving acoustat electrostatic speakers. You need 14watt rated resistors minimum for this as the higher rail voltages with the 15v and above zeners will pass a good amount of current through the 1. It does not contain the schematic of the older 1212a transformers. Acoustat nice to see a session devoted to the acoustats. Pair of vintage acoustat model mk2123 speakers electrostat panel. Steves forum acoustat spectra 22, interfaces, mk2123. He said the output volume was low in one and almost nothing in the other. Excellent working condition but have filthy sock covers. Two sidebyside panels, rather than four, reduce by a factor of 8 the amount of. Acoustat 2mh electrostatic panel speakers mk1 series test. Pair of vintage acoustat model mk2123 speakers electrostat panel speakers. Strickland, acoustats chief engineer for the past 20 years and the man responsible for development of the new spectra series of hybrid and fullrange models, and andy szabo, director of engineering also an avid model railroader, beamed with pride at the spectras displayed in acoustats hospitality suite in las vegas last january.
Acoustat transnova twin200 biasing tweaking one up for a buddy, and ive got a schematic, but no information on bias setting. Use these links to ensure a small donation to hifishark upon your purchase. I have been a long time owner of acoustats since 1986. Unfollow acoustat speakers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Id love to keep them, but they require a much different setting to sound proper id either have to lose the massive rear projection tv or find another large room for them neither is possible rt now. This mosfet amp uses three pairs of 2sk5s2sj50s on each channel, and no source resistor. The original monitor 4 was the wing design with solid mahogany black grill cloth or oak white grill cloth top and bottom caps on a separate base as shown in the pictures on the esl website.
I upgraded the high voltage multiplier power supplies in both a couple of years ago, both power supplies have the troublesome diodes replaced, as well as new capacitors in the voltage multiplier. Acoustat 2mh electrostatic panel speakers mk1 series. Based on acoustats reputation i would think it should be a decent sounding piece. Argos mk2054 manuals manuals and user guides for argos mk2054.
While i refuse to admit publicly how long i have been sitting on these loudspeakers before doing the report on them, i must say that it is. Colunas electroestaticas americanas da marca acoustat spectra 11. Electrostatic speakers tell us more about musical information than any. The biggest collection of acoustat manuals and schematics. Id love to keep them, but they require a much different setting to sound proper id either have to. Dec 25, 2010 i a pair of acoustat 33s, the 11s big brother. Preferred checkout if you are the winning bidder, click the checkout button to go directly to my checkout page. Hi there, i have a pair of acoustat mk 2123 that i am trying to repair for a friend. From what i can glean, the mk121b designation is not a model, but rather is a panel type. Spectra hvb1 high voltage nos circuit board mk2123mk2146 interfaces.
I believe the 11 stands for single array per channel. I have owned many models and can repair most panels and electronics write or call for pricing. Assuming you can find the appropriate values to substitute, this project could be worthwhile. Acoustat spectra 11 value i have seen a number of them for 300400 range usually with new woofers. These are tweaks and modifications submitted by individual contributors and not from the acoustat factory, and are typically ones that the factory could not do while keeping user costs down. They can still be serviced by roy esposito in florida.
High output tube amplifiers for driving acoustat electrostatic speakers without the use of the transformer interfaces. Download the acoustat x manuals for free hifi manuals. Here are a pair of acoustat magnekinetic interfaces power supplies, model mk 1212a, consecutive serial numbers, in good working condition. The only repair service is going to require shipping to europe or the us. Acoustat ubias pcb for mk2123mk2146 interface with acoustat 12 volt ac. Can be used as full range or with a sub woofer, have switch on the rear. The schematic is a technical drawing or diagram of your system, a perfect supplement to the service manual. In 1999, asian static technology research center was established in china, starting the global development of acoustat. Here are a pair of acoustat magnekinetic interfaces power supplies, model mk1212a, consecutive serial numbers, in good working condition. Argos mk 2054 manuals manuals and user guides for argos mk 2054.
Ges advanced gas path agp is a great example of power flexefficiency at work, setting new standards in performance. Jla forums classifieds for sale new york for sale buffalo, ny. Acoustat spkrs info needed i recently acquired a set of acoustat mk1212 speakers with a magnekinetic if from a friend that unfortunately lost most everything in a recent flood. Acoustat pc141 nos blank circuit board mk141 interface mk 3b rev. That is the model number that is on the power supply. By combining design innovations, materials advancements, and proven modelbased control software, the advanced gas path enables ge gas turbine customres to benefit from dramatic output and efficiency improvements, while extending maintenance intervals and maintaining low. They are in good condition, some very light pilling in some spots but overall pretty clean. The acoustats are around six feet tall and have an attached box in the back that has the model number mk 1 behind it. I know the acoustat amp had a very good reputation, but im really not familiar with the preamp. The acoustat rp2 reference preamplifier is easily one of the best kept secrets in vintage audio. Below you will found our manuals on the acoustat x. These changes are ones that can be used to make your speakers sound better, in some environments, and possibly at greater expense. Service manuals, owners manuals, schematics, diagrams, datasheets, brochures online for free download and free to your amplifier, receiver, tape, cd, tuner, turntable and recorder.
Seems like there might be people here with experience. I have just acquried a pair of acoustat model 2 and am hoping to seek the knowledge of fellow cammers regarding appropriate amplifier to drive these speakers. Acoustat spectra 33 electrostatic speakers audio asylum. We have 1 argos mk2054 manual available for free pdf download. Strickland, acoustat s chief engineer for the past 20 years and the man responsible for development of the new spectra series of hybrid and fullrange models, and andy szabo, director of engineering also an avid model railroader, beamed with pride at the spectras displayed in acoustat s hospitality suite in las vegas last january. Also vidot is right parts or repairs would be tough. Acoustat spectra 11 audioholics home theater forums. Acoustat mk1 2mh electrostatic stereo speakers lockport. Acoustats proud owners speakers canuck audio mart hifi. You can be on the floor, the ceiling, or anywhere in between without shooting down the systems high end. Request the acoustat spectra 22 schematic download the acoustat spectra 22 owners manual. Hi there, i have a pair of acoustat mk2123 that i am trying to repair for a friend. Soundstream bxa10d bass extreme amp dyno test and bass rockers br2000. Also check for things like heavyduty goldplated connectors and possibly a detachable ac cord as those items would make the preamp more desireable.
I recently acquired a set of acoustat mk 1212 and am searching for information on them. Some pictures of the acoustat panels and electronics. If you would describe using more words what you hear in the amplifier channels sound that is the trouble, we might have answers for you. From what i can glean, the mk 121b designation is not a model, but rather is a panel type. Tweaking one up for a buddy, and ive got a schematic, but no information on bias setting. So i would like to thank you very much for what you do. Argos mk2054 instruction manual 11 pages acoustic solutions midsize keyboard. These changes are ones that can be used to make your speakers sound better, in some e.
View and download fender acoustasonic 15 owners manual online. The company introduced the mk121 magnekinetic interface in 1980 but that was a unit that contained dual transformers per channel along. While designer jim strickland was best known for his legendary acoustat esl speaker line. Schematics are available through this website so you can see the different resistor and capacitor values used in the mk 2146 interface.
Acoustat spectra hvb1 high voltage nos circuit board ebay. Acoustat x 5,000 volt direct drive electrostatic tube amplifier electrostatic amp, high voltage direct drive electrostatic speakers tube amplifier, acoustat model x overview. Welcome to canuckaudiomart, a classifieds site for used audio and hifi. Comes with copy of owners manual and assembly instructions. In 1995, 0 and 1400 of composite design were launched into the market. We have 1 argos mk 2054 manual available for free pdf download. Acoustat mk1212a magnekinetic interface power supplys. I recently acquired a set of acoustat mk 1212 and am searching for.
Save acoustat to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. The search result contains affiliate links to partners of hifishark. Based on acoustat s reputation i would think it should be a decent sounding piece. Founded in the usa in 1972 by jim stricker, acoustat specializes in electrostatic loudspeaker designs.
They are exceptionally coherent because they are essentially a single driver design. The companybrand eventually moved to china, but doesnt appear to exist anymore. I think the 11s your looking at are over priced, based on age. Brochures often advertise certain specifications, the release date and the original price. If you are buying resistors to replace the 5600ohm resistor with a 2.
To be completely honest i was hoping that someone out there could tell me what on earth i have. Otherwise, i think the results would be dissappointing with a stock mk 2123. Acoustat spectra 22, these sound wonderful and the bases are in great condition, grill covers are a bit dirty, but not excessive. High voltage speaker driver transformers for sale milwaukee. Acoustat spectra 33 electrostatic speakers audio asylum trader. For fastest processing of your order, please use vendio checkout.
Acoustat manuals, schematics and brochures hifi manuals. Acoustat, 3101 southwest first terrace, fort lauderdale, florida 33315. Read more on the acoustat spectra 22 in our home audio section. They can power model 2, 3 or 4 with a change of the bass transformer tap connection.