B&W and deteriorating Kevlar drivers


I have a pair of B&W 802N's purchased new when they first were introduced. Over time I had noticed a slight "card board" sound in the upper midrange that seem to grow over time. Just replaced the Kevlar midrange drivers and the distortion left........they need some break in time, but I think I solved the problem (not the cross overs). They certainly changed color over the years from yellow to almost orange. I would recommend the replacement of the midrange drivers if you have the original 800 series.

Anyone else have this experience?
angst0

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Thanks for the comment. The speakers are in a sunny room, but not in direct sunlight. You can see pictures of the room and system in virtual systems. http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?vevol&1262106902&view Humidity not unusual....Phila area.
yes, Rhljazz, the grills are removed. Thank you for your response, Layman. That is exactly what had happened. I have had the speakers at least that long. I'm glad I'm not as crazy as my friends think!