Do you Think Altec model 19 is outdated speakers ?

 I do not understand your defensive response.  Seems like you're looking for affirmation again.  I said that I was glad the Altecs are musically compelling to you.  That is all that matters.  I was avoiding a direct response.  But I will now provide it.  While the original model was technologically advanced for its day, I have to agree with the description of the pros and cons delineated by @br3098.  While acknowledging your model is updated, state technology has advanced beyond.  
 

Horn loaded speakers with dynamic drivers and tube electronics are an acquired taste that many prefer.  That’s ok.  While I acknowledge and hear the many benefits of horns and tubes, I prefer the overall performance of dynamic driver speakers and solid state electronics.  To each our own. 

Generally speaking, forum Agoners are:

• A community where we strive to help each other to yield better “subjective” sonic satisfaction- one size does not fit all
• We strive to be respectful of others systems and budgetary constraints.  This includes all audio gear enjoyed by members including vintage.

The question of how vintage gear competes sonically with modern offerings is common, usually means the doubt that it may not be good enough.  Therefore, we try to encourage others that if they are satisfied, that’s all that matters.  If not, then we try to help them with suggestions.

Do you Think Altec model 19 is outdated speakers ?

your opinion matters.

@sabih seems plain that you’re asking for a judgement and opinion. But when we give it, you take it as a personal attack.

Frankly I  do not need affirmation about my system…

…respectfully I  was  not asking affirmation from Agon community I  was only giving bit of flavor what an iconic speakers can do well tuned room

This was NOT clear until YOU clarified your intention that affirmation and encouragement (which is normally considered a good thing) is not want you wanted (which seems you take like an insult).

It’s great that you find your audio chain satisfying, but not so great when our community is trying to help you then receive in return defensive responses 

@sabih Wrote:

 back in 1973 KEF  was the first loudspeaker firm in the world to implement the use of computers in loudspeaker design and measurement. 

Bart Locanthi at JBL was using an analog computer in the 1960's, designing speakers and measurements see here and here!

Mike

@jsalerno277  Thank you once again your repeat of repeats ! 

You wrote to me,,,,   A-I do not understand your defensive response.  

(for every action there is always positive or negative reaction ! in fact my response was not defensive it was informative )

                                    B- Seems like you're looking for affirmation again.  

(explained clearly not seeking Affirmation to hear Agoners opinion over 60 years old Magnificent American made Altec speakers)

                           C-I said that I was glad the Altecs are musically compelling to you.

(  I'm not obsess with Altec 19s  They have pros & cons but tonal accuracy , dynamism able to deliver lower &higher frequencies non fatiguing. Altecs they were ahead of many other speaker manufacturers both domestic & pro arena .

 As a matter of fact I  have 8 pairs of speakers including modern designs, you can check it out 3 of those on you tube if any interest to you.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Nty3lkuHmQ&pp=ygURdGFubm95IHRkMTBhZDE4NjU%3D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI0PeIfivCo&pp=ygUcaHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9iaTBwZWlmaXZjbw%3D%3D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YVcY09eFuI

if you could watch those videos you may understand what I was aiming in terms of taking opinion of Agoner community  Thank you once again participating.

@kennyc  Thank you participating and your unclear comments .  As if You are representing yourself  Team Leader  of Audio gone community ! we do that we do this.... etc.etc what are aiming ? are you lecturing me or suggesting me I' am in the wrong place to take opinions of other members obviously you did not watch the video if you did perhaps you would make comment about SOUND.

Only person made a well observed comment was @toddalin HATS OFF !

have fun and enjoy whatever you do.

toddalin

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07-21-2025 at 09:12pm 

Nice and clear.

A bit boxy and the peaks in the highs would have to go, at least for me.  Seems to be adding a bit of sibilance.