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Presenting a extra nice example of the highly aclaimed Legendary Classic AR XB Acoustic Research Stereo Turntable. One of the finest versions avaiable with Audiophile upgrades. Installed High Quality internal Tonearm wiring. Upgraded output connecting cable and ground wire. Real nice gloss black plinth with advanced thick raised platform bottom panel. Quality adjustible spikes installed for better isolation. There are also 4 Spike metal resting discs with rubber base included. Damping material was installed to all areas of subchassis surface. There is Grado black / chrome cartridge installed with a big G on the front. Acording the the colors it should be from the PRESTIGE Series. Tracking Pressure : 1.5 grams. I haven at looked at the 2 top connecting pins to determine exact model. Suppose there are colored dots on them to identify which model of the series it is. Carttidge Details off the Net. A Grado cartridge with a “G” on the front and a black-and-chrome (or black-and-silver) body is almost certainly a model from the Grado Prestige Series (such as the Prestige Black, Green, Blue, or Red). The “G” does not stand for the cartridge’s specific model. It is just the main company logo for Grado Labs. Because the bodies of the Black, Green, Blue, and Red cartridges look completely identical, the exact model is determined by tiny colored dots (usually found on the top pins where the wires connect) or the color of the writing on the stylus itself. The model tiers from base to best in this specific style are. Black: Entry-level, great warm sound but an older/simpler metal needle inside. Green: A step up; built to slightly tighter quality rules than the Black. Blue: Offers better clarity and tighter controls. Red: The highest level of this specific black/chrome design. The Dustcover is real nice. The Original clear plastic stylus scale included with the box. All these upgrades brings a already excellent turntable to another high performance level. This may be the ULTIMATE AR XB Turntable. I WOULD NOT WANT TO SEE IT GET DAMAGED IN ANY WAY.

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The product is a pair of vintage Acoustic Research M2 Holographic Imaging audiophile speakers, made in the United States. These speakers are known for their high-quality sound and holographic imaging technology, providing an immersive listening experience. The brand’s reputation for producing top-notch audio equipment is reflected in the design and performance of these classic speakers, making them a desirable choice for vintage audio enthusiasts looking to enhance their collection with a pair of timeless pieces.

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Beautiful pair sounds amazing pro reform after fixing and plug and hear it something special in the sound now I know why the audiophile they look for it original grill.

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Acoustic Research C225PS Audiophile Center Channel Speaker Home Theater Surround Sound. LOOK AND SOUND GREAT.

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Pair of very rare Acoustic Research AR915 speakers. These are essentially the last update of the original AR3 driver configuration. 3/4″ tweeter and 2″ dome midrange together in the “Acoustic Blanket”, accompanied by the renowned 11 heavy magnet woofer. They are 31.5″ tall, 14″ wide, and 9.25″ deep, plus grill thickness of 1″ on top and 2 on the bottom. Grill cloth had been replaced with new fabric. Woofers have been serviced with new foam surrounds. Cabinets have been touched up around edges. Built heavy at 55 lbs each. An amazing speaker set for enthusiasts. Please browse through the images and video for overall condition. Thank you for looking.

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These are dated 1969. They have had the works done to them, cabinets completely sanded, small dings repaired and finished with Danish walnut oil. The crossovers were rebuilt with audio grade film capacitors. All 4 potentiometers were replaced with quality L Pads and the mid pots have had an audio grade 1% resistor added to replicate the original pots. The original pots have all been reworked and are included with the speakers. The woofers have been re-foamed, the grills have been recovered with a material that is very close to the original material. The brass AR name plates have been buffed to a beautiful shine and look like new. These have been playing in my shop for a week or so and they sound amazing. Deep smooth bass with very detailed mids and highs. Thank you for looking!

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Pair L&R speakers (2 speakers).

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These vintage speakers are known for their high-quality sound and design, making them a sought-after piece for audio enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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