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DIY Altec Lansing Floorstanding Loudspeakers FINAL PRICE REDUCTION. I have had two offers one for the bare horns but it would seem to be such a waste to dismantle considering the sound experience and the time and effort to put these together. If you don’t like the colour it’s nothing that a can of spray paint couldn’t fix. Eager to see them live a longer life, FOR A SERIOUS BUYER I AM WILLING TO BRING THEM TO YOUR PLACE TO AUDITION ( location as per last paragraph below as I travel this route often to visit family) These speakers were largely designed and built by Mark Houston (SNA ) and indee
DIY Altec Lansing floorstanders like these would have retailed new for AUD 2,000-4,000 back in their prime, depending on the exact drivers and cabinets. At AUD 1,000, this sits at the low end of recent comps (median AUD 3,452, 25th percentile AUD 1,849, 75th percentile AUD 10,355), making it a potential bargain if the build quality holds up—DIY kits often vary wildly in execution.
Before biting, verify cone integrity and voice coil rub on those Altec drivers, as surrounds degrade with age and humidity; play pink noise through them at moderate volume. Confirm crossover points match the intended design (typically 500-600Hz) and check for cabinet resonances or bracing—tap-test the panels. No grilles or spikes? Negotiate harder.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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