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New2U Speakers
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Добавлен 20 окт 2011
Welcome to New2USpeakers
Located in Rochester, NY and Stuart, FL.
We love vintage audio and are buying, selling, servicing and repairing high quality loudspeakers and assorted audiophile equipment.
* Do you just need new foam surrounds for a woofer or replacement grills or cloth?
* How about a blown tweeter repair or an upgrade to your caps or crossovers?
* We can also rebuild, refinish or apply a new vinyl wrap to cabinets, or go further to upgrade your existing boxes with your choice of real wood veneer.
*Moving, or just need to clear out some space? We will buy your speakers and vintage audio electronics for cash, even if broken!!!
Whatever it is, let me know and I'll get you set up. We take the time to ensure high quality loudspeakers are given the TLC they need to get back into use to extend their useful lifetime.
Located in Rochester, NY and Stuart, FL.
We love vintage audio and are buying, selling, servicing and repairing high quality loudspeakers and assorted audiophile equipment.
* Do you just need new foam surrounds for a woofer or replacement grills or cloth?
* How about a blown tweeter repair or an upgrade to your caps or crossovers?
* We can also rebuild, refinish or apply a new vinyl wrap to cabinets, or go further to upgrade your existing boxes with your choice of real wood veneer.
*Moving, or just need to clear out some space? We will buy your speakers and vintage audio electronics for cash, even if broken!!!
Whatever it is, let me know and I'll get you set up. We take the time to ensure high quality loudspeakers are given the TLC they need to get back into use to extend their useful lifetime.
Proton 313 Powered Speakers Overview, ***Bonus Tip*** How to Repair a Tweeter Dome with a Q-Tip!
In this video we check out out the Proton 313s, a very well regarded set of 100 Watt per channel powered speakers from the 80's. We perform some simple cosmetic and functional repairs and get them ready for resale. In the process, we demonstrate one of several classic technique for pulling out a dented dome in a tweeter or other types of dust caps. In addition, hear about the history of Proton Electronic which is still in business today after adapting to the changing marketplace. They still sell high end audio speakers today (but only in Asia, it seems).
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Altec Lansing Before & After; The Company, and The Speakers
Просмотров 2 тыс.21 день назад
At a recent estate sale, I picked up a pair of Altec Lansing Design 5 bookshelf speakers that were originally known as the "Altec Atlantic" model. The owner had given this pair a few coats of paint to go with their decor over the years. In this video, we remove that paint, recover the grills, and end up with a classic pair that are quite enjoyable to listen to. We also look at the history of th...
Optimus 1 vs. Nova 7- Same or Different? Look Inside, Then Refurbish
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.Месяц назад
I recently picked up two different sets of speakers, and was quite surprised to see how similar they were. The Allied Nova 7 and the Realistic Optimus-1, both from from the 1973 Radio Shack catalog line-up, appear to use identical drivers, in an identical configuration. But once you open them up and dig deeper, you learn how different they are. This video takes you thru those points as we compl...
What’s In The Workshop? A brief tour of the gear in need of repair before sale.
Просмотров 3592 месяца назад
The workshop is overflowing into the Listening /Demo room, so that means I have too much stuff! What better time to make a video of that WIP (Work In Process). It this video we discuss the speakers, receivers, amps, etc,... that are in queue, and what work is needed on each one before it goes up for sale. You will see detailed videos in the future of several items that are previewed here. Here ...
Paper Cone Speaker Repair- You Can Fix It!!!
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.2 месяца назад
This may be the most common "repair" to midrange and woofer cones. Pulling out dented dust caps is a close 2nd place. A tear/rip/hole in a paper cone can usually be repaired easily with what you have around the house. In this video, we show the process for what I call a "glue mix" repair where no patch is needed. There are many variation of this repair depending on what material your cone is ma...
Pioneer HPM-100 Problems, Troubleshooting, and Solutions. We Fix Them!!
Просмотров 6 тыс.7 месяцев назад
If you buy a pair of premier speakers online, there are risks. But whatever the source of the hardware, collect data about them, and use your ears to help identify what are the issues that are most important to improve their performance. Pioneer HPM-100s are frequently available to purchase, and with some due diligence, you can score "Holy Grail" speakers for your enjoyment. Please “Like” the v...
Foam Surround Over vs. Under the Cone? How to do it right! Realistic Optimus Pro LX5 Before/After.
Просмотров 3,9 тыс.9 месяцев назад
This video is a Before/ After refurbishment of the Realistic Optimus Pro LX5, the little brother of the Optimus Pro LX10. In this video we perform a major cleaning of the speakers which includes a repainting. We also tackle the tricky replacement of the foam surrounds. Learn how to do it correctly if you are faced with a refoaming decision on placing your surround under vs. over the cone. If yo...
Herdio Indoor/ Outdoor Bluetooth Speakers- Review/ Support/ Fix Shipping Damage on HOS-601
Просмотров 934Год назад
In this video we examine the Herdio HOS-601 Indoor / Outdoor Bluetooth enabled speakers. We only make it so far in the unboxing, examination and set-up, as we run into severe internal shipping damage that renders one speaker non-functional. That means we have also included a review of Herdio's customer support and warranty to get a replacement to complete the video. We also check out the Herdio...
Sony APM-X300 Speakers. What's Inside? Honeycomb Planar Drivers !!!
Просмотров 10 тыс.Год назад
The Sony APM (Accurate Pistonic Motion) speaker series includes highly noteworthy technology advancements that were developed over many years by Sony , as well as by others- before and since. In this video we look at the consumer version of that technology from the early 1980's in the APM-X300. The Sony APM ES series is the premium version of the technology and those speakers are highly sought ...
How to Refinish Speakers: HH Scott S-15; Tools, Supplies & Tips!
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.Год назад
In this video we tackle the most common repair to nearly all vintage speakers. Refinishing the cases. A recent estate sale resulted in this pair of HH Scott S-15's that were generally in good overall condition, but had never been given any love over the last 50 years. We show you the key points of the Scott S-15 speakers and review the history of the HH Scott company along with the man (Hermon ...
How to Repair: Paradigm Aluminum Dome Tweeter Voice Coil Replacement
Просмотров 17 тыс.Год назад
I consider this type of repair to be the most difficult one I perform to repair speakers. A recent service call customer had purchased a pair of Paradigm Reference Monitor 60, V2 speakers, both with blown tweeters. We looked for OEM replacements to no avail and finally settled on well known replacements from Midwest Speaker Repair to get him going. In the end, he graciously he gave me the OEM t...
Mission MKII Model 70 Speaker Refurbishment - New grill cloth and real oak wood veneer.
Просмотров 5 тыс.Год назад
This was planned as a cosmetic refurb of the highly regarded Mission MKII Model 70 speakers. But We get quite a surprise just as we get into the teardown process. We complete the grill cloth replacement with the difficult process to stretch the cloth over the 6" deep boxes WITHOUT any wrinkles. Then it is time to tackle one process to apply real wood veneer over the top of the existing woodgrai...
VIDEOTON D93 Musical Encyclopaedias - Vintage Bookshelf "Book" Speakers
Просмотров 703Год назад
Thanks to Victor B., a local radio collector, I was able to acquire these, and turn them into "like new" speakers fitting for a modern office. The history of this specific pair of Videoton D93 Musical Encyclopaedias and the complete Videoton company is quite a journey. Now they are ready to take their place on a real bookshelf. With an unobtrusive Bluetooth adapter (see my other videos) mounted...
Monarch 3 Way Speakers- Cool Retro Look!
Просмотров 453Год назад
This is a refurbished pair of Monarch 3-way vintage speakers originally made and sold in the late 60's/ early 70's? by Monanor from Germany. 3 way system 8 ohms impedance Made in Japan stamped on backside. Retro-looking gold berber grill fabric has no holes or tears. Not much additional information about these speakers is available. Watch the complete RUclips video about them to learn additiona...
Realistic Modulaire 12-1470A
Просмотров 519Год назад
The Realistic Modulaire 12-1470A was the beginning of the solid state stereo journey for thousands of families back in the 70's. Maybe you were one of them or just need to know more??? Later replaced by the Rhapsody model, the features of this system were SOA, but can still bring a smile today. A primarily cosmetic refurb was performed both to the receivers and the speakers. The original RCA sp...
Radio Shack Optimus Pro LX-10 w/ Linaeum Di-Pole Tweeter is Amazing! What is it? How Does it Work?
Просмотров 7 тыс.Год назад
Radio Shack Optimus Pro LX-10 w/ Linaeum Di-Pole Tweeter is Amazing! What is it? How Does it Work?
Bluetooth Retrofit/ Upgade Kits for your Vintage/ existing speakers. Multiple models. ***Buy Now***
Просмотров 211Год назад
Bluetooth Retrofit/ Upgade Kits for your Vintage/ existing speakers. Multiple models. Buy Now
Introducing The "Shellphone" Holder. An all natural, mechanical, analog amplifier that works!
Просмотров 63Год назад
Introducing The "Shellphone" Holder. An all natural, mechanical, analog amplifier that works!
Cerwin Vega E-208: Before & After w/ Special Tip on Refoaming
Просмотров 949Год назад
Cerwin Vega E-208: Before & After w/ Special Tip on Refoaming
Criterion 444 by Lafayette Radio- How to Replace Capacitors- Will it Matter?
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.2 года назад
Criterion 444 by Lafayette Radio- How to Replace Capacitors- Will it Matter?
New2U Speakers Channel Introduction. Find out What We Do, How, and Why.
Просмотров 7602 года назад
New2U Speakers Channel Introduction. Find out What We Do, How, and Why.