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Acoustic Research Speakers » superb https://acousticresearchspeakers.net Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:49:46 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1 Acoustic Research AR18LS 2 way monitor speakers superb quality sounding https://acousticresearchspeakers.net/2020/04/acoustic-research-ar18ls-2-way-monitor-speakers-superb-quality-sounding/ https://acousticresearchspeakers.net/2020/04/acoustic-research-ar18ls-2-way-monitor-speakers-superb-quality-sounding/#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:29:47 +0000 http://acousticresearchspeakers.net/2020/04/acoustic-research-ar18ls-2-way-monitor-speakers-superb-quality-sounding/ read more »]]>

Acoustic Research AR18LS 2 way monitor speakers superb quality sounding

For sale a lovely pair of Acoustic Research AR18 LS 2 wayspeakers. Just had them refoamed and sound amazing as all the AR 18 range do. They are a matched pair with identical numbers. The plastic grille frame has 2broken support bars but you cannot tell. Used by many studios for nearfield monitoring due to theirneutral sound. Typical good build quality. System: 2 way, 2 driver vertical array. Drivers: 200mm [8″] woofer, 30mm [1.25″] conetweeter. Bass: 1 x 200mm acoustic suspension. Tweeter: 1 x 32mm pressure. Frequency response:62Hz to 22 kHz [-3dB]. Cosmetic: lightwalnut with brown acoustic cloth. Crossover frequency: 2.5kHz. Dimensions [W x H x D]:253 x 418 x 205mm. Weight: 6.5kg each, packed both 15kg. Posting, delivering & collection of items will besubject to government movement restrictions naturally. Collection very muchpreferred due to the weight where you can hear it & check thecondition. I will post it if I have toand it will very well wrapped. Pleasenote that stands are not included. All postal/ courier services will be at yourrisk please understand this. Bespecific where you live, for example Sicily (an island) costs more than Italymainland. The item “Acoustic Research AR18LS 2 way monitor speakers superb quality sounding” is in sale since Sunday, March 29, 2020. This item is in the category “Sound & Vision\Home Audio & HiFi Separates\Speakers & Subwoofers”. The seller is “blackriley472″ and is located in Hemel Hempstead. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, Antigua and barbuda, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Australia, United States, Bahrain, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, China, Israel, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Bangladesh, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Barbados, Brunei darussalam, Cayman islands, Dominica, Egypt, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Grenada, French guiana, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Macao, Monaco, Maldives, Montserrat, Martinique, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Turks and caicos islands, Aruba, Saudi arabia, South africa, United arab emirates, Chile, Bahamas, Colombia, Costa rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Kuwait, Panama, Philippines, Qatar, Trinidad and tobago, Uruguay.

Brand: Acoustic Research
Audio Inputs: Banana Jack
RMS Power: 60 W
Connectivity: Wired

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Pair of Vintage Acoustic Research AR-4x Speakers Superb Sound

Up for your consideration is this Pair of Vintage Acoustic Research AR-4x Speakers. They are in excellent condition. They both perform flawlessly and sound fantastic. They truly sound superb. The controls have been recently reconditioned and there are no dead spots. The speaker grill cloth is new linen. The brass badges are also new. Velcro was add to make the speaker grills easy to remove and replace. The cabinets look good but do have some slight signs of age. There is a chip in the veneer on one that measures about 1/4″ by 3/4″ (please see the last photo with the ball point pen in it). Based on the serial numbers… FX275461 and FX275164, I believe these date from 1969. The original owner bought these when he was in the Air Force. Each one measures about 19″ by 10″ by 9 and weighs about 18 lbs. These speakers have the more desirable cloth surrounds that later speakers didn’t have. Please inspect the photographs closely. They provide important detail of this item and are part of the description of this item. Please ask questions if necessary. Illinois location is always welcome for large or heavy items. Thanks for considering this item. The item “Pair of Vintage Acoustic Research AR-4x Speakers Superb Sound” is in sale since Tuesday, February 19, 2019. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Speakers”. The seller is “dann0rama” and is located in Waukegan, Illinois. This item can be shipped to United States.

Brand: Acoustic Research
Model: AR-4x
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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Up for your consideration is this Pair of Vintage Acoustic Research AR-4x Speakers. They are in excellent condition. They both perform flawlessly and sound fantastic. They truly sound superb. The controls have been recently reconditioned and there are no dead spots. The speaker grill cloth is new linen. The brass badges are also new. Velcro was add to make the speaker grills easy to remove and replace. The cabinets look good but do have some slight signs of age. There is a chip in the veneer on one that measures about 1/4″ by 3/4″ (please see the last photo with the ball point pen in it). Based on the serial numbers… FX275461 and FX275164, I believe these date from 1969. The original owner bought these when he was in the Air Force. Each one measures about 19″ by 10″ by 9 and weighs about 18 lbs. These speakers have the more desirable cloth surrounds that later speakers didn’t have. Please inspect the photographs closely. They provide important detail of this item and are part of the description of this item. Please ask questions if necessary. Illinois location is always welcome for large or heavy items. Thanks for considering this item. The item “Pair of Vintage Acoustic Research AR-4x Speakers Superb Sound” is in sale since Wednesday, December 19, 2018. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Speakers”. The seller is “dann0rama” and is located in Waukegan, Illinois. This item can be shipped to United States.

Brand: Acoustic Research
Model: AR-4x
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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Vintage Acoustic Research AR-1 AR 1 Speaker Original Untouched Condition Superb

The first model made by the Acoustic Research Inc. This came out of a large coastal estate south of Boston. They had only the best of everything, and all dated from around the mid 1950’s. This model is from 1954. It is in amazing condition, never refinished, no chips or dings. It was recently tested and inspected by a hifi professional and is in perfect working condition. His advice was to leave it exactly like I found it. So here is your chance to own a piece of history. The fabric is original, and factory stapled. I will not remove the fabric for photos, but it is all original. I’m located in Scituate MA about 40 min south of Boston. The item “Vintage Acoustic Research AR-1 AR 1 Speaker Original Untouched Condition Superb” is in sale since Wednesday, June 07, 2017. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Speakers”. The seller is “gentleman-and-daughter-antiques” and is located in Scituate, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped to United States.

Brand: Acoustic Research
Model: AR-1
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

]]> https://acousticresearchspeakers.net/2017/06/vintage-acoustic-research-ar-1-ar-1-speaker-original-untouched-condition-superb/feed/ 0 AR TSW-510 Floor-Standing Speakers, 3-Way, Solid Walnut Top & Base, Superb Cond https://acousticresearchspeakers.net/2017/06/ar-tsw-510-floor-standing-speakers-3-way-solid-walnut-top-base-superb-cond-2/ https://acousticresearchspeakers.net/2017/06/ar-tsw-510-floor-standing-speakers-3-way-solid-walnut-top-base-superb-cond-2/#comments Wed, 07 Jun 2017 07:34:42 +0000 http://acousticresearchspeakers.net/2017/06/ar-tsw-510-floor-standing-speakers-3-way-solid-walnut-top-base-superb-cond-2/ read more »]]>

AR TSW-510 Floor-Standing Speakers, 3-Way, Solid Walnut Top & Base, Superb Cond

This is a beautifully preserved pair of Acoustic Research 3-way floor-standing speakers, model TSW 510. They have 10″ woofer, 6-1/2″ midrange, and a 3/4 titanium dome tweeter, rated to handle 150 watts RMS each and cover within + or – 3dB the wide response of 44 Hz – 40 KHz. The top and bottom panels are solid American walnut, while the cabinet itself is finished in black vinyl laminate. The surrounds of the woofer and the midrange drivers have just been replaced, and the hardwood has received preserving oil treatment. They are a 1987-89 model, they are performing with original quality and have like-new appearance. These speakers have a very clear sound that seems much more like listening to live music than listening to a speaker system. I have done some research into natural sounding speakers, and it is perhaps owing to the range that the 6-1/2 midrange covers from its crossover points of 700 Hz to 5 KHz, keeping crossover points out of the critical human hearing range, that is partially responsible for this clarity. The thick felt surrounding the midrange and tweeter prevent diffraction from the baffle, preserving the imaging integrity. The high frequencies sound detailed, open, and airy; while the lows go deep without ever sounding boomy. The rear panel connection terminals are sturdy binding posts that accept bare or tinned wire, pins, spade lugs, and single or dual banana plugs. If you look at photos of any other pair of the same model, you may notice the larger dustcaps on these. The woofers originally used an synthetic dustcap that became brittle with age and developed hairline cracks, so I replaced them, using larger ones of conventional fiber based dust cap material that hide the original glue lines and voice coil “pigtail” connections. This repair not only makes the speakers look better, but it also ensures that no dust or other particles contaminate and damage the voice coils. The cabinets’ black vinyl laminate has loosened in a few inconspicuous edge spots that are not likely visible in normal distance viewing, so I have included a couple of closeups of the most visible of these. None is any larger or more visible than the one I show at the base of the front baffle that is hidden behind the grill cloth. The finish of the walnut tops and bases are nearly flawless. The grill cloths have no tears, holes, or worn spots, proof of the exceptionally careful keeping. These speakers are rated as a 4 ohm speaker, so they can draw more power from your amplifier than at its 8 ohm rated output. Asheville’s number one industry is tourism, so it is a wonderful place to visit for a day or a weekend. Just send a full address, as it is required to get the quote fulfilled. The item “AR TSW-510 Floor-Standing Speakers, 3-Way, Solid Walnut Top & Base, Superb Cond” is in sale since Sunday, June 04, 2017. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Speakers”. The seller is “jonlaw16″ and is located in Candler, North Carolina. This item can’t be shipped, the buyer must pick up the item.

Brand: Acoustic Research
Model: TSW-510
MPN: TSW510
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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This is a beautifully preserved pair of Acoustic Research 3-way floor-standing speakers, model TSW 510. They have 10″ woofer, 6-1/2″ midrange, and a 3/4 titanium dome tweeter, rated to handle 150 watts RMS each and cover within + or – 3dB the wide response of 44 Hz – 40 KHz. The top and bottom panels are solid American walnut, while the cabinet itself is finished in black vinyl laminate. The surrounds of the woofer and the midrange drivers have just been replaced, and the hardwood has received preserving oil treatment. They are a 1987-89 model, they are performing with original quality and have like-new appearance. These speakers have a very clear sound that seems much more like listening to live music than listening to a speaker system. I have done some research into natural sounding speakers, and it is perhaps owing to the range that the 6-1/2 midrange covers from its crossover points of 700 Hz to 5 KHz, keeping crossover points out of the critical human hearing range, that is partially responsible for this clarity. The thick felt surrounding the midrange and tweeter prevent diffraction from the baffle, preserving the imaging integrity. The high frequencies sound detailed, open, and airy; while the lows go deep without ever sounding boomy. The rear panel connection terminals are sturdy binding posts that accept bare or tinned wire, pins, spade lugs, and single or dual banana plugs. If you look at photos of any other pair of the same model, you may notice the larger dustcaps on these. The woofers originally used an synthetic dustcap that became brittle with age and developed hairline cracks, so I replaced them, using larger ones of conventional fiber based dust cap material that hide the original glue lines and voice coil “pigtail” connections. This repair not only makes the speakers look better, but it also ensures that no dust or other particles contaminate and damage the voice coils. The cabinets’ black vinyl laminate has loosened in a few inconspicuous edge spots that are not likely visible in normal distance viewing, so I have included a couple of closeups of the most visible of these. None is any larger or more visible than the one I show at the base of the front baffle that is hidden behind the grill cloth. The finish of the walnut tops and bases are nearly flawless. The grill cloths have no tears, holes, or worn spots, proof of the exceptionally careful keeping. These speakers are rated as a 4 ohm speaker, so they can draw more power from your amplifier than at its 8 ohm rated output. Asheville’s number one industry is tourism, so it is a wonderful place to visit for a day or a weekend. Just send a full address, as it is required to get the quote fulfilled. The item “AR TSW-510 Floor-Standing Speakers, 3-Way, Solid Walnut Top & Base, Superb Cond” is in sale since Sunday, May 07, 2017. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Speakers”. The seller is “jonlaw16″ and is located in Candler, North Carolina. This item can’t be shipped, the buyer must pick up the item.

Brand: Acoustic Research
Model: TSW-510
MPN: TSW510
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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Acoustic Research AR-4 Loudspeaker Pr, OW, Superb, Rare Condition, AR Cartons

They have not been used in over thirty years except to test. They have not been in use since the original owner used them in his office system in the late 1960s, and they are in superb overall condition, especially considering their 52-year age. The cabinets for these speakers are in excellent condition with only one small chip on the edge of the front of one speaker, and it is not very noticeable. There are some minor marks where the speakers were placed by the original owner on a shelf without a cloth or felt pads, but there are no marks or scratches. The grills on both speakers are excellent, overall, with minor darkening with age. The AR logo plates are in great condition, showing virtually no appreciable oxidation over a half-century of storage. The staples have been removed from the grills and the front baffle plate was blackened by AR in this pair as they were factory demonstration speakers originally; it’s unusual to see the front panel treated for photographic or file-picture purposes. The level controls are oxidized, as expected, but they work fine and have not been replaced; the speakers are 100% original and have not been opened in any way. Both speakers required a lot of movement back and forth of the level controls, but the sound will appear bright and clear from the tweeters with some jiggling of the controls! This is true of nearly all old AR speakers with the Aetna-Pollock level controls: the contact surfaces get dull and oxidized (sometime beyond the point of finding a sweet spot on the controls), and it requires patience and some twiddling back and forth of the controls. If everything works correctly, and there is clean, clear output from the tweeters, it is much better not to try to open up the speakers and get in there and start changing things. A quick (low-input-power) frequency scan was run on both speakers, and the output was clean and effortless up through the normal range for these speakers. Harmonic distortion was checked on both speakersdenoting the proper acoustic sealand both speakers fell under 8% harmonic distortion all the way down to 30 Hz at 1 watt input; better than probably 95% of all loudspeakers out in the world today! These are superbly engineered little speakers in every respect! No effort was made to re-oil the oiled-walnut cabinets, but a light finish of boiled linseed oil (or Watco Satin Oil) will return these cabinets to their original luster if desired by the new owner. The value of any AR speaker will decline if someone has begun replacing parts and controls. Some older speaker are in miserable, neglected condition and require a complete refurbishment. But original-condition, unmolested AR speakers in excellent, untouched condition are like collectable antique automobiles: if you find one in excellent condition and unrestored, it is worth much more than even a completely restored example! The simple collector’s rule-of-thumb: if the speaker is original and in excellent condition, don’t tamper with it! These are excellent, high-value AR-4 speakers in every respect. AR made this beautiful little speaker for only one year before introducing the AR-4. Model, so finding this rare little speaker in this condition is very unusual, and the value is thus quite high and this is a very collectible loudspeaker. The cabinets are generally in excellent shape with only minor marks and perhaps one small chip on an edge, easily fixed. Both AR logo plates are intact and completely original; the lacquer has given way somewhat and both logos are a bit dull because of tarnish and oxidation. This can be fixed, but the tarnish is not that bad. Acoustic Research AR-4 General Description. The AR-4 was introduced in October, 1964 and it included a new 3½-inch, treated-cone tweeter also used as the midrange driver in the 2. , in conjunction with a newly developed 8-inch acoustic-suspension woofer of outstanding performance and low distortion. This tweeter had excellent transient (tone-burst) response and smooth, undistorted and uniform frequency response, both on- and off-axis. The crossover was set at 1.5 kHz. The AR-4 was a brand-new compact design for Acoustic Research, a departure from the larger AR-1, AR-3 and AR-2 bookshelf designs, and it was built in relatively low numbers and for only one year until the introduction of the AR-4. The following year; thus the AR-4 is comparatively rare. This new series brought a complete sea change to the world of high-fidelity audio by bringing in very high performance and value-per-dollar in an affordable package. Both the AR-4 and the more common AR-4. Were considered to be the finest small loudspeakers in the market for many years, and remained unsurpassed in smoothness of frequency response and low distortion for at least ten or fifteen years in this market segment. To this day, there are very few speakers this size that can matchlet alone surpassthe bass performance (low distortion) of the AR-4. It was a remarkable achievement in loudspeaker design. Julian Hirsch of Hirsch-Houck Labs, HiFi/Stereo Review , said of the AR-4, Unlike some smaller speaker systems that either go dead or distort badly below 70 Hz, the AR-4 produced very clean if diminished output down to at least 30 Hz. The smoothness of the system is attested to by the fact that no peaks or dips greater than 2.5 dB were measured from 30 to 15, 000 Hz. In short, the AR-4 was (and still is) one of the finest small loudspeakers ever produced for high-fidelity sound reproduction in the home. Noteworthy for its smooth and natural sound quality, this speaker has been a favorite for decades. The sheer quality of this little speaker also created a competitive spirit in the high-fidelity speaker industry for models in this price range that could compete with the tiny AR-4, and many competitive modelssuch as the KLH Seventeendid emerge that were generally on a par with this little speaker, but no small speaker built during this early period was truly comparable to the little AR-4 and AR-4. In terms overall sonic performance, accuracy, smoothness and natural sound reproduction. This was a fitting testimonial to this extraordinarily well-engineered little loudspeaker. Reproduction or copying of any of this material without the express permission of the writer is unlawful and strictly prohibited. These loudspeakers are 51 years old, and. Guarantee as to long-term performance, safety or efficacy can be made for them. Original specifications and have been thoroughly tested. Given in this listing. The item “Acoustic Research AR-4 Loudspeaker Pr, OW, Superb, Rare Condition, AR Cartons” is in sale since Tuesday, March 22, 2016. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Speakers”. The seller is “acoustic-research-inc” and is located in High Point, North Carolina. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Brand: Acoustic Research, Inc. [“AR”]
Model: AR-4
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Year of Manufacture: 1964 only
Type Design: Acoustic Suspension, 2-Way Loudspeaker

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