Speaker suggestions for old Tube Amp
Hi there,
I am in the process of restoring an old Packard Bell PB-51 tube stereo. I work on old guiitar apms as a hobby, so getting the pre and post amps to work was a synch. I would like to replace the speakers in the unit with something nicer. You can see the speakers on my project page at http://russofris.tripod.com . It looks like each side has two 2-1/2" drivers and a 6" main. Things to keep in mind.
1: The power amp is 2xEL84's per side, which translates to roughly 15 watts per side.
2: The speaker configuration must be between 4 and 8 ohms (no brainer)
3: The fold out speaker enclosures have fairly open backs (masonite with about 50 1/2" holes). I could make it a closed back with a quick trip to home depot.
4: Keep it reasonably priced (a few hunders dollars)
So I am looking for suggestions. Feel free to spam the thread with brands and model numbers.
I'm all ears.
Frank Russo