Valencia 846B vs 14
The 14's sensitivity is 95 dB against the Valencia 846B's 100 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (20 kHz), and ways (2).
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LoudspeakersFloorstanding SpeakersDiscontinued
About the Valencia 846B
The Valencia 846B, produced by Altec Lansing from 1965 to 1974, is a highly regarded vintage floor-standing loudspeaker system. It features a 2-way design with a 38 cm cone woofer (model 416-8A) for low frequencies and a horn-type high-frequency driver (Altec 806-8A with horn 811B). The crossover frequency is set at 800 Hz. The speaker uses a bass reflex cabinet design and has an impedance of 8 ohms. It delivers a playback frequency range of 40 Hz to 20 kHz, with an allowable input power of 50 watts continuous program and a sound pressure level of 100 dB (New JIS). The cabinet dimensions are approximately 673 mm wide, 752 mm high, and 514 mm deep, weighing about 44.9 kg. The Valencia 846B is known for its clear, loud sound and has inspired later models such as the Altec Model 19. Restoration and modern upgrades, including active crossovers and damping, have been applied by enthusiasts to enhance its performance further.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 100 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 40 Hz - 20 kHz
- Power Handling
- 50W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 15"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- ported
- Crossover Frequency
- 800 Hz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 673 × 752 × 514 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 44.9 kg (99 lbs)
- Available Colors
- American walnut
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 100 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 40-20000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions