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Audax A-170 Bookshelf Speakers

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Audax A-170 Bookshelf Speakers

$320 Incl GST

Rare piece of NZs audio history. Speaker drivers from France’s top loudspeaker manufacturer ‘Audax’. Combined with quality designed & constructed cabinetry by NZs Monitor Acoustics Ltd.

Fabulous sealed 2-way bookshelf speakers – accurate & detailed, very present – they want to be heard – however very present listening.

Made in New Zealand (Speaker unit France) – Circa 1985

Great speakers – sound great with a range of music & plenty to fill an average room with superb sounds.
All original Audax drivers. Serial No/s indicate a factory matched pair.

Cabinets refreshed by 54 FiveSix Furniture – look like new. Grille cloth replaced. Cleaned, tested & enjoyed.

Specifications:
Type: 2-way, 2 driver loudspeaker system
Enclosure: Sealed infinite Baffle type. Bookshelf or stand mount.
Power Handling: 70W. Recommended amplifier range 15w – 50w.
Impedance: 8Ω
Sensitivity: 87db – estimate based on driver specs
Drivers: Bass – Audax AP170Z0 – 6.5″ Aerogel cone. Highs – Audax TW74A – Mylar dome
Dimensions: 39cm tall 23cm wide / 20.5cm deep
Finish – Walnut real wood veneer

Audax speakers or Monitor Acoustics Ltd were produced in New Zealand by Chris Ball, who went on to produce loudspeakers under the Image brand.
Audax branding was only used for models that exclusively used the rather wonderful French Audax drivers.

FiF Rating

‘Excellent Condition’ Top Condition. Fully functioning, without faults.

Freight Category

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Freight Notes

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Warranty

3 Months Return to Shop- guaranteed as stated for 3 months from purchase. See our T&Cs for details.

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