VintageMan Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 Browsing on a ad-site I noticed an ad about a set AR3a's, in oiled Walnut, where the owner stated that the woofers where OK but he was not sure about the tweeters.I immediately called him but all I got was his voice-mail.Of course I left him a message and send him an e-mail as well, just to be sure Just 5 minutes later he returned my call and we talked about audio, audio and Acoustic Research.He told me that the AR's are in perfect cosmetic condition, just missing one logo.Honestly I told him that the pots could be the cause the tweeters aren't working.He then told me he had a complete AR set, tuner and receiver as well.When getting home tonight he will think things over and decide if he wants to let go of all the AR's and invite me over to come and see and take them home.AR3a's; could it be?..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidDru Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 I am sitting at the edge of my chair buddy. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owlsplace Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 Bring a camera at any rate and good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupidhead Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 anxious for you! Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VintageMan Posted March 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2015 Tomorow morning I will visit the seller.According to what I know/saw they are AR3a's in Rosewood.I will also see the Amp and Tuner.Anything particular to look for when checking the AR3a's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupidhead Posted March 24, 2015 Report Share Posted March 24, 2015 overall condition and any evidence of molestation would be where I would start. If the sheets on the back are in tact they may have info on the finish, rosewood would be neat. If the pots are frozen don't be too concerned, they can easily be cleaned and/or replaced if needed.Good luck and be sure to have the appropriate amount of cash with you!by the way, what is this ad-site you speak of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ar_pro Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Maybe this one?http://www.marktplaats.nl/a/audio-tv-en-foto/luidsprekers/m911550894-te-koop-2-x-luidspreker-ar3a-acoustic-research.html?c=efb2ef4dc323389c4f92ed10afa33e3a&previousPage=lrFor a hundred Euros, I'd be camped out on his doorstep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKent Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Never saw a rosewood AR. Go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VintageMan Posted March 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Lady's and Gentleman: I've got them They are in fair cosmetic condition, missing some chips here and there but i think that after a light sandpaper and oil they will look great.The cloth needs replacing or re-doing, missing the AR3a logos on both.The woofers work OK.The tweeters did not make any sound, but; after moving the pots they came back to life I will make some photo's later tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
der Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 I know you meant to say "cosmetic" but cosmic is good too! Good for you. I know you'll really enjoy working on them and listening to them. This is the right place to be for AR speakers.der Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VintageMan Posted March 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 I know you meant to say "cosmetic" but cosmic is good too! Good for you. I know you'll really enjoy working on them and listening to them. This is the right place to be for AR speakers.derI feel cosmic (out of this space) Changed, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
der Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 I feel cosmic (out of this space) Changed, thanks!I am very happy for you. I've owned and listened to AR3a since 1969.der Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupidhead Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Great vintageman. Looking forward to pics and progress on rehab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alverman Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Awesome, can't wait to see some pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VintageMan Posted March 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Just got them out of my car; man are those heavy bast*rds At first I tought that the fronts were made by himself but looking at images on the net they appear to be original.They are rather "cheap" made The fabrid need to be re-fitted because a lot of the staples are loose or missing.So the only thing that looks missing are the AR3a logo's; anyone?Pictures have to wait until tomorrow, left my camera at my work after returning from picking up the AR's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owlsplace Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Just got them out of my car; man are those heavy bast*rds ...What, 24 kilos, you should be able to bench press that all day long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michiganpat Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 congrats! did you come home with any other gear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VintageMan Posted March 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 congrats! did you come home with any other gear?Nope, he has an AR Tuner and Amp, sad to say he could only find the tuner atm.There not fitted in the nice wooden cabinets you see on some images so I'll probably pass if the price is not OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKent Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 Those cabinets are pretty simple affairs: A top and 2 sides. A reasonably skilled woodworker should be able to make them, so don't rule out otherwise nice components if the price is right.When I had an AR amp/tuner combo the amp had an original, beat-up cabinet that I spruced up and the tuner had a reproduction (I purchased the tuner from Vintage AR and it came with the repro cab). Sometimes I regret selling them, but there's only room for so much stuff.-Kent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupidhead Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 so, I was poking around earlier and found an ad for a listing for "items for sale" on CL. Low and behold at the bottom of the list was a set of 3as, note of cabs rough and clothes ragged, but otherwise should be "functional". Also a orphan 4 (not 4x in the ad) serial in the 55xxx range? No pics in the ad, and the noted speakers were asking under $150 combined! About 75 miles from home too. Of course I dropped an email ASAP expressing a desire to buy cash, and have noticed the ad is missing those two line items now. No email response yet, so fingers crossed. Of course I will let you all know what develops.Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupidhead Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 by the way, nice amp/tuner Kent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
der Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 I owned an AR amplifier years ago. It stopped working but I don't recall what happened exactly. Don't remember what I did with it either. Wish I still had it.der Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stupidhead Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 sadly, the previously mentioned set and a half has been claimed by another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alverman Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 Just got them out of my car; man are those heavy bast*rds At first I tought that the fronts were made by himself but looking at images on the net they appear to be original.They are rather "cheap" made The fabrid need to be re-fitted because a lot of the staples are loose or missing.So the only thing that looks missing are the AR3a logo's; anyone?Pictures have to wait until tomorrow, left my camera at my work after returning from picking up the AR's.When do we get to see some pictures? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VintageMan Posted April 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 When do we get to see some pictures? Aha, good call!I will set them up this weekend en shoot some images Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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