Altec 1218A 1970s - Black

Vintage Altec 1218A - pair of 2

Set up w 1/4” inputs for to be used as bass amps

Great working order

$400 each or both for $700

Pick up in Austin, Texas

The Altec 1218A (circa 1970s) is a vintage, high-efficiency, two-way musical instrument and sound reinforcement speaker system. Designed by Altec Lansing for professional musicians and clubs, these heavy-duty speakers are highly regarded for their massive throw, durability, and classic mid-century audio signature. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]Core Specifications

• Low-Frequency Driver: 15-inch 421A-type (422-8Z) woofer with a cast aluminum frame and 3-inch edge-wound voice coil.
• High-Frequency Driver: 811B sectoral horn and 807-8Z compression driver for wide dispersion.
• Crossover: N809-8A dividing network, crossing over at 800 Hz with a 12 dB/octave slope.
• Power Handling: 50 watts continuous.
• Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 20,000 Hz. [1]

Design & EnclosureThe system is housed in a rugged wooden bass-reflex cabinet finished with a resilient epoxy spatter coat. It is famously characterized by its wide, 25-inch cast aluminum high-frequency horn. [1, 2]Typical Use & Market ValueBecause of their extreme efficiency, these speakers can fill massive rooms or clubs with just a low-wattage amplifier. On the used vintage market (such as Reverb), fully functional pairs with restored crossovers or replacement diaphragms generally trade anywhere from $350 to $800 depending on cosmetic condition. Due to their weight and vintage nature, they are most frequently listed for local pickup only. [1, 2, 3, 4]For the complete manufacturer's spec sheet and historical documentation, you can browse the Lansing Heritage Library. [1, 2]