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Offered is „Altec Lansing / Valencia 846B“ by Altec Lansing as second-hand device from the category „Standing Speaker“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 6718730098 ends on 23.12.2026 at 18:33 o'clock.
The Valencia 846B is one of Altec’s most admired domestic designs: essentially a high-sensitivity, horn-loaded classic with serious scale and immediacy. At EUR 2,800, this is fair to slightly ambitious rather than a bargain; documented used examples cluster around roughly EUR 1,500–EUR 2,500 per pair, while especially well-serviced examples can reach higher. The price needs strong condition and originality to justify it.
When right, the 416 woofer and 811B horn deliver huge dynamics, vivid vocals, effortless volume, and convincing bass from modest amplification. This is a worthwhile buy if the drivers, diaphragms, cabinets, and original N801 crossovers are in good shape, with matching serials and sensible service history. Originality matters more than cosmetic perfection, though upgraded or rebuilt crossovers can add real value. At EUR 2,800, insist on an in-person audition and verify that both speakers are properly balanced and free of rubbing or distortion.
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Altec Lansing traces its roots to 1927 in the United States, emerging from the merger of Western Electric’s theater-equipment arm, All Technical Service Company, with Lansing Manufacturing, the speaker company founded by James B. Lansing. The Altec-Lansing name reflects that union, and the brand’s early reputation was built in cinema and professional sound rather than consumer hi-fi.
Historically, Altec Lansing was known for loudspeakers, theater systems, and audio amplifiers, especially the legendary Voice of the Theatre systems that became a benchmark in cinema sound. In its classic era, the company also helped define the early hi-fi market by promoting professional-style sound systems for home use.
In market terms, Altec Lansing is best understood today as a legacy heritage brand rather than a current high-end audiophile heavyweight. Its name still carries weight among collectors and vintage audio enthusiasts because of its pro-audio history and classic speaker designs, but the modern brand identity is far more mainstream and consumer-oriented than its mid-century golden age.
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