Packratt 395 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 What's the opinion of these speakers? Looking at a pair for 200 if I can work out a pickup over 4th of July weekend. Thinking about them for the shop system. 40x60x16 Shop isn't built yet and I need them like a hole in the head but the price looks good 1 1
Daddyjt 9,614 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 Awesome garage speakers, if you have the room... They'll also rock the shit out of a party barn ??? 4 1
Brian_at_HHH 2,691 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 @Packratt, your neighbors DO really love your taste in music, right? You know, the folks 12 houses down, and 4 streets over, in the next county... ? 3
danowood 2,167 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Cerwin-Vega-AT-12-Speakers/113784847200?hash=item1a7e1afb60:g:5d4AAOSwTklcp7rW 1 1
Packratt 395 Posted June 20, 2019 Author Posted June 20, 2019 That's the pair I'm thinking about. I also had a pair of D9s that need to be reformed for $50 show up on CL that were very close to me.
itchitch 4,482 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 I have been searching for a pair as well. That at is a good price. Do it!
Packratt 395 Posted June 20, 2019 Author Posted June 20, 2019 For the 12s or the 9s. If the D9s are still available I'd prefer them due to location. If you are really wanting the at12s go for it.
Packratt 395 Posted June 20, 2019 Author Posted June 20, 2019 There are a bunch of vintage speakers up on my local craigslist right now https://richmond.craigslist.org/search/ela?query=speakers
oldtexasdog 2,456 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 (edited) Those CV’s rock! Guest I am staying with has them in his shop (80x60) about the same size as your talking about and they can pump the sound!! Clean and no sub needed. Great price to boot! Go for it. Edited June 20, 2019 by oldtexasdog 2 1
Community Admin AndrewJohn 10,453 Posted June 20, 2019 Community Admin Posted June 20, 2019 To the collective minds here on CV's..., What is the rank of most desirable CV model, and for what purpose? -- I'm looking for your opinions..., so no worries to speak your mind.
Zoom 373 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 (edited) I have a pair. (With two pairs of AT10s). On my TFM 35. As typically Vegas do, they load at 4-6 ohms. So with quality power they do make LOTS of noise. Excellent rock speakers. Listen carefully to the tweeters, I had to replace one and didn’t realize it was cooked for a while. Of course, the surrounds need attention as they are open cell, if they havent been already. AJ, I only have experience with the AT series. My AT 10s have very good mid bass, decent soft some tweeters, but the mids suck unless you push them hard. The mid clarity is lacking. Take that all up a notch with the AT 12s, bass is better, tweeters decent, mids weak. But they will take an absolute beating as long as there’s no clipping. For hours and hours. My Carvers get warm with the load after 4-6 hours...... Edited June 20, 2019 by Zoom 2
Community Admin AndrewJohn 10,453 Posted June 20, 2019 Community Admin Posted June 20, 2019 13 minutes ago, Zoom said: […] Listen carefully to the tweeters, I had to replace one and didn’t realize it was cooked for a while. […] I keep the cardboard tube from a roll of paper towels in my truck at all times..., I never know when I'm going to come across a pair of speakers..., and I've found that the best test for tweeters, is to play low volume, and put the cardboard tube to the tweeter, and my ear to the other end. It isolates the sound coming from the tweeter, putting it into your ear..., it has helped me price used speakers correctly (lower) many times, for seller-described as "perfect working condition." I let the seller do the same, and they can't deny that the tweeters are blown..., and then, well, based on that, prices get set. ...just a little bit of wisdom for the day! 5 3
compwaco 1,129 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 I have 3 different generations of the 12" 3-way CV's here. (including AT12's) Be aware... They WILL need to be refoamed if they haven't been already. They are great for AC/DC or Donna Summer. If you listen to a lot of loud rock you will likely be very happy with them. On the other hand, if you put on Yo Yo Ma or James Taylor they will be disappointing. These are "one trick ponies" and not one size fits all. 3 1
Daddyjt 9,614 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 The Infinity SM152 is a very “Vega-like” speaker, often available at great value. I’ve heard a couple pair - crazy efficient and can FILL a room with sound. 1 2
johnrotten 1,092 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 I have been running 15" CV's for over 30 years now and have no complaints. AT-15 (102dB) and HED U351 (101dB) are among the most sensitive I have seen. Those D9's are much the same. The older models used a bullet horn tweeter that was a little harsh but the AT series has a soft dome that is more pleasant. When I run both sets from my TFM-45, I wire them in series. They can handle lots of power when called upon but can also reveal imperfections in the source due to the high sensitivity. Small power amps can drive them just fine but larger amps can produce thundering and accurate bass. No need for a sub-woofer either way. 3
Zoom 373 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 4 hours ago, Daddyjt said: The Infinity SM152 is a very “Vega-like” speaker, often available at great value. I’ve heard a couple pair - crazy efficient and can FILL a room with sound. $10 the mids are better. They even look better. Imho AT mids suck at low volumes. But I didn’t buy lots of Vegas for low volume. I have three pairs of DCMs for that. 1
itchitch 4,482 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 @AJ - search for my thread that asked the same question... 1
johnrotten 1,092 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 (edited) For a large room or any room for that matter, I recommend the AT-15 over the 12. Bigger box, bigger ports, and bigger woofer allows for a lower frequency and a wider sweet spot if you know what I mean. I'm a CV fan and if they had a forum half as cool as this one, I'd take part Edited June 20, 2019 by johnrotten 2 1
69Chevelle 309 Posted June 20, 2019 Posted June 20, 2019 1 hour ago, johnrotten said: For a large room or any room for that matter, I recommend the AT-15 over the 12. Bigger box, bigger ports, and bigger woofer allows for a lower frequency and a wider sweet spot if you know what I mean. I'm a CV fan and if they had a forum half as cool as this one, I'd take part I am always keeping an eye open for the AT-15, would love to have at least one pair. Shared a house with few roommates and one guy had two pair of them and man that was a party all the time. 1 1
kve777 6,888 Posted June 21, 2019 Posted June 21, 2019 I've had AT-15's, AT-12's, etc. For me the D-5's I currently have (and played last weekend with various amps) are about the most balanced. The AT's are "frat house speakers", no manners, but very loud. If you want critical listening, avoid them. If you want "Party Barn" speakers, pile 'em up! Just, no manners. Pretty much sums it up. 4
fxbill 471 Posted June 21, 2019 Posted June 21, 2019 15 minutes ago, kve777 said: I've had AT-15's, AT-12's, etc. For me the D-5's I currently have (and played last weekend with various amps) are about the most balanced. The AT's are "frat house speakers", no manners, but very loud. If you want critical listening, avoid them. If you want "Party Barn" speakers, pile 'em up! Just, no manners. Pretty much sums it up. Amen!!! 2
danowood 2,167 Posted June 21, 2019 Posted June 21, 2019 I have a pair of these driven by the carver pt 2400 http://www.cerwinvega.com/home-audio/floorstanding-speakers/xls-215.html 4
Community Admin AndrewJohn 10,453 Posted June 21, 2019 Community Admin Posted June 21, 2019 13 hours ago, itchitch said: @AJ - search for my thread that asked the same question... I remember that thread - but couldn't find it..., What model CV did you settle on finding?
MLB111 191 Posted June 21, 2019 Posted June 21, 2019 13 hours ago, danowood said: I have a pair of these driven by the carver pt 2400 @danowoodare these also a "one trick pony?"
danowood 2,167 Posted June 21, 2019 Posted June 21, 2019 No tricks, but it's better if you have something bigger than a pony to drive em. 2
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