{"product_id":"acoustic-research-ar3a-iconic-classic-sound","title":"Acoustic Research AR3a - Timeless Look, Classic Sound - SOLD","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe obviously have seen, heard, owned, purchased and sold hundreds of speakers. We have spoken in tongues on some loudspeakers, extolling their virtues and using adjective after adjective to describe what they do to music.  Here's one loudspeaker which has become so iconic that we've run out of adjectives.  It is ranked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eNumber 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eon the list of “Top 10 Most Influential Speakers of All Time\" - That should say enough!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAcoustic Research AR3a \u003c\/strong\u003eis not only significant because of its revolutionary and relatively compact acoustic suspension design, but because it still delivers extraordinary sound even after 60+ years since its introduction. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAR3a \u003c\/strong\u003eset the bar for acoustic suspension speakers for decades.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe high power handling of the tightly sprung 11.5” paper pulp cone woofer produces low, powerful bass down to 30Hz.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe marquee Acoustic Research soft dome midrange with fiberglass diffuser, and hard paper cone dome tweeter combine for a very sweet, laid-back high end that can be listened to all day long. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis pair has been completely serviced.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWoofer refoam\/alignment and service, new crossover capacitors, and new potentiometers have been installed.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll components have been tested and verified to work perfectly.  The balance and impact of what these speakers can deliver when paired with the right amp, is extraordinary.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe original American Walnut wood veneer has been refinished in natural finishing oil using the same methods originally adopted by the AR engineers in 1974 when this set were built.  The grille cloth has been replaced with a modern poly\/linen blend that maintains acoustic transparency to 18,000 Hz.  And the badges on this example are all original. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe beauty of this speaker is apparent on the surface, and of course in the sound!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eIn-person demos are available here in Andover, MA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eLocal sale preferred as they are too delicate and heavy to ship.  But we could arrange to freight delivery if necessary. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$1999\/pair (plus MA sales tax)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Solid walnut stands are NOT included but can be for an additional $240\/pair\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holt Hill Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42942820417603,"sku":null,"price":2139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2197\/6387\/files\/AcousticResearchAR3a_1101a_7800b1d3-9184-4f38-9726-efaeac87d1a5.jpg?v=1770518180","url":"https:\/\/holthill.com\/products\/acoustic-research-ar3a-iconic-classic-sound","provider":"Holt Hill Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}