I worked at Allison in the '80's. When gluing the foam to the paper we used a steel ring to press them together. Then into an oven with s continuous belt to dry them. Checking the center for rubbing also one of our tests. We used a white glue. Don't remember any brand name. We used a dark latex paint on the paper cones. So glad to see these speakers are still being enjoyed.
@theaudiophilebarista2424
5 ай бұрын
Hi there and thanks so much for your response. These speakers sound amazing. Unfortunately some of the glue got loose again so they need some work again. Is there any chance you have some specs on these drivers? I would like to just replace them (until I fixed them) but I seem unable to find any good info on these drivers.
@BrianLevine-q7e
5 ай бұрын
@@theaudiophilebarista2424 I don't know who made them for us. Was there anything about weight,etc ..on the bottom of the magnet?. I remember on different models the cone had different sizes of weight rings around the coil and under the center dome. All the engineering was done by Dr. Roy. We offered a 5 year warranty. Free UPS shipping back to us for repair. Dr. Roy read every customer complaint letter. His name is on the product. We got a return on some speakers from the '60's. The customer had little dogs that had peed on the backside of one speaker. At some point the furniture was being moved and the damage was seen. The customer was Mrs. Walt Disney. She mentioned the enjoyment of listening to music just her and Walt, having some time together. Luckily nothing got tossed. We had a few pairs of the pyramids. Dr. Roy wrote to her that we could build a "new" pair with all new parts and put a few coats of industrial laquer to protect them. We made sure everything was perfect. Made up for people who tried to get free replacements on speakers that were obviously customer damage. As far as specs go, You might find sales paperwork on the Internet. I hope this helps. If you have any questions in the future contact me. I'm not Dr. Roy but I'll try.
@theaudiophilebarista2424
5 ай бұрын
@@BrianLevine-q7e I will keep you in mind. And that is truly a wonderful story. Thank you for that ☕️🔊🙏 I will look on for more information. The drivers really don’t give me anything at all
@andredevries4987
3 жыл бұрын
Hoi ivar. Dat heb je heel netjes gedaan. Ik vind het een geweldig mooie luidspreker. Gr André de vries.
@christiaanstaps8336
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing!! I still remember them from Andrew!!!
@saturnfirepaw
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent Job.
@jimgardner5129
3 жыл бұрын
"Calling Dr. Barista." You're a patient man. This would have done my head in. Those are lovely cabinets. Veneer or laminate? Lovely work, sir!
@theaudiophilebarista2424
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. It's gonna take sometime before I want to proceed 😉 - I believe It's particle board with real veneer
@elliottcrews4997
2 жыл бұрын
I bought a pair of these back around 1983 or so. I'm about to undertake a re-foaming on them myself. This should help, thanks.
@theaudiophilebarista2424
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, these are wonderful speakers. Unfortunately, it later turned out, I did not use enough glue. Too thin a layer. So be generous with the glue 😉 These speakers deserve to be played 👍
@elliottcrews4997
2 жыл бұрын
@@theaudiophilebarista2424 I saw that glue issue and took note!!!
@providencejaskar49
2 жыл бұрын
its a nice set up. i own 3 sets of fours and a set of 6's... i love the sound... however some friendly advice. although your set up is visually pleasing, the speakers were designed to be up on the wall 10-12 inches from the ceiling so the upward firing woofer would have something to reflect off of... you do this and the sound will come alive. enjoy
@theaudiophilebarista2424
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 I love these speakers, but they are not part of my main setup, so they are not on the wall. It is rare to hear someone having more sets of these speakers. Is there any chance you have some specs of this model? Especially looking for specs of the woofer. Thanks for your comment 👍☕️🔊
@paolodema100
Жыл бұрын
My respect for your good work. I have a pair of allison two . I ask you if the woofer has the same diameter of the six ? In future i will change the foam by my self after having seen you marvelous video . Bye bye
@terrycard6775
3 жыл бұрын
I hope you manage to repair these speakers.They look like very interesting speakers unusual desingn. Best wishes Terry uk 🇬🇧 👍
@theaudiophilebarista2424
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Terry. I was pretty dissapointed 🤔 Someday day will sing again. The sound is really very nice
@LuxmanPD272
Жыл бұрын
Most accurate method to perfectly centre the voice coil is to remove the centre dust cap and place shims between the voice coil and magnet
@malizair
Жыл бұрын
Hi, very nice video. I also have one pair of ALLISON-SIX loudspeakers. Need help. The woofers on the speakers were the same shape as yours. The rubber was completely ruined. I try to replace the rubber but without luck. More or less like you did. In the end, I bot a couple of 8 inches 8 ohms 100 w woofers from Amazon and make replacements. The speaker's sound is weak and could be louder. They are connected to S.M.S.L SA36A class D amplifier 2x12w 8 ohms. But I am wondering, how to improve the sound. As I know, the impedance of the whole speaker is determined by woofer impedance. In my case 8 ohms. The original speaker has 4 ohms so I suppose that woofer also has 4 ohms. Maybe that's why my speakers are not that loud. Maybe I can replace the amplifier with a more powerful, let's say 2x30w. I am listening to jazz & film music and prefer compact HiFi systems. What is the impedance and wats of the original woofer?
@joestarkie5597
2 жыл бұрын
I have two pairs of these gems. Just listening to the Hounds of Love by Kate Bush.
@Nigel-nar53
3 жыл бұрын
Good job well done. a 👍from me. shame about the glue though. 👍
@nickking8317
3 жыл бұрын
Good work Ivar were the voice coils and magnets intact?
@theaudiophilebarista2424
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Yes, everything was in order. Just the surrounds.
@nickking8317
3 жыл бұрын
@@theaudiophilebarista2424 did you manage to correct your issue of the glue letting go?
@theaudiophilebarista2424
3 жыл бұрын
@@nickking8317 Not yet. Will take some time to be motivated to start all over I’m afraid 😵💫
@frederikjacob1985
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Ivar! Interessante video! Moest je deze ooit van de hand willen doen, mag je me altijd contacteren. Ik ben zeer geïnteresseerd in geval van. Groetjes Frederik
@michaelmuetstege2965
3 жыл бұрын
I can get you Some information about the glue that will work on that paper Cone
@theaudiophilebarista2424
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I will sent you an email. I have more questions 😉
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