Midcentury Modern Set Collectors Speakers, 1960

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The original ESL decorative pieces of art objects electrostatic speakers in its range in production between 1957 and 1985, has … Read more The original ESL decorative pieces of art objects electrostatic speakers in its range in production between 1957 and 1985, has been hailed in Sound & Vision as one of the most important speakers of the 20th century. It was succeeded in 1981 by the ESL-63, which remained in production until 1999. The Quad Electrostatic Loudspeaker is the world's first production full-range electrostatic loudspeaker, launched in 1957 by Quad Electroacoustics, then known as the Acoustical Manufacturing Co. Ltd. The speaker is shaped somewhat like a home electric radiator curved slightly on the vertical axis. They are widely admired for their clarity and precision, but known to be difficult speakers to run and maintain. De set of 2 Loudspeakers are in a good playing condition, this cannot be guaranteed due to the sensitivity of the vintage parts after transport. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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