Perspective MC120.2's sound

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chartz (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 11:43 GMT
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Hello all,

I've just (finally!) acquired a very nice pair of MC120.2.

I've had Arcam Ones for 15 years so I was used to their brightish (British?) presentation.

After some tests, I find them on the dull side of neutral (think ESL), lacking a bit in treble level and extension. I use a Beomaster 6000, a CDX and a Beogram 8000.

Bass is very, very light too.

The tweeter cap being mylar, I see no reason why it should age to the point of attenuating highs, so it stayed in place...

I also find the cabinet to be resonant compared to my Arcams (just tap one side to feel this) but then Klipsches are VERY resonant and sound amazing in their own way.

Will the speakers grow on me or will I continue to get bored?

Jacques

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burantek (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 12:17 GMT
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Have you fiddled w/ the protection circuit reset buttons? They can oxidize.

They have a tendency to cause issues not unlike what you describe.

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chartz (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 12:23 GMT
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No, I haven't touched them at all. What should I do then?

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burantek (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 12:26 GMT
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chartz wrote:
No, I haven't touched them at all. What should I do then?

Reset them... see what happens.

I can't recall if you can "work" them in and out, but I can in a few days!

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chartz (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 12:30 GMT
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How do I reset them? They are already pushed!

Jacques

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tournedos
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 12:34 GMT
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chartz wrote:

How do I reset them? They are already pushed!

Jacques

Play louder so they pop out! 😂

No really, I don't think you can work or clean them without opening the speaker (which isn't actually that big a job).

I suspect the muddy treble would benefit greatly from a recap.

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burantek (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 12:42 GMT
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tournedos wrote:
No really, I don't think you can work or clean them without opening the speaker (which isn't actually that big a job).

Thanks Mika! I couldn't for the life of me recall if they could be worked in and out! I wouldn't be near them for a few days to even try.

The thought actually crossed my mind of playing loud too! 😂

At any rate, I'd bet if you get in there and worked that switch -you'd probably be surpised. Short of that, look into the caps as mentioned. Also, these are prone to foam rot. If they are not obvious yet, they may be in a bad state anyway -leading to bass issues.

They are excellent speakers and well worth the time to get them right.

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chartz (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 13:37 GMT
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How would you characterize their "normal" sound then?

How would you clean the protection switch? There is absolutely no oxydation in there, it looks like new.

Thanks,

Jacques

 

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burantek (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 14:01 GMT
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chartz wrote:
How would you clean the protection switch? There is absolutely no oxydation in there, it looks like new.

I wish I was near mine to help... As you have already got to them, I would assume that they are serviceable switches. If they are clean and functional, then it is time to move on, I suppose. Caps?

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chartz (archived)
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Posted September 15, 2010 at 14:05 GMT
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burantek wrote:
 it is time to move on, I suppose. Caps?

Yes, I guess so... unless somebody has another idea...

By the way, I don't use tone controls. Never. Ever.

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