Marantz Model 6 SPK G (1966–1968)

A 2-way passive acoustic suspension speaker made by Marantz from 1966 to 1968.

Overview

The Marantz Model 6 SPK G is a 2-way, passive, acoustic suspension speaker. Marantz built it from 1966 to 1968. It has a 12-inch woofer and a 3-inch tweeter. It was meant to connect to two Marantz Model 1 amplifiers through their tape monitor inputs, which points to a specific approach to stereo playback.

Specifications

Product type	2-way, passive, acoustic suspension speaker
Driver Configuration	12-inch woofer, 3-inch tweeter
Production Years	1966–1968
Dimensions (H×W×D)	Approx. 26" × 12" × 12" (varies by unit)
Weight	Approx. 45 lbs per speaker

Design

The Model 6 SPK G uses an acoustic suspension cabinet design and includes two coils in its crossover network, indicating a 12 dB/octave slope design.

Context

The Model 6 SPK G was part of a system with two Marantz Model 1 amplifiers. They connected through the amplifiers' tape monitor inputs for stereo operation.

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