Jan 8, 2019 · Rectilinear directly pointed a finger at JBL by stating the new "West Coast Sound' was inaccurate with overly bright midrange and boomy bass, which was a fact. IMHO, when these two …

Sep 2, 2007 · The Rectilinear IIIs are more like my B&W DM14 speakers (late 70s). A rich, full range sound that is very balanced. Smooth, nice high-end, both speakers are excellent in offering …

Nov 2, 2023 · The midrange drivers are also correct for late series 5a's and were used only in the final production run of the 5a models before they were discontinued. The mids in your units quite possibly …

Jul 6, 2025 · Hi all— I know the Rectilinear III’s are well regarded, but I have a pair of Rectilinear II’s that I haven’t been able to find mention of anywhere. Has anyone ever come across these or know why …

Nov 6, 2021 · I have read these forums for years as I have shuffled gear in and out of the house, this is my first post. Picked up a pair of rectilinear mini iii recently in amazing shape but they clearly need to …

Jun 21, 2021 · Rectilinear Research used the 10" Flexair on other early speaker systems using A.S. only. I don't have any T/S parameters. Further, though the speaker cabinet looks very similar to the …

Jan 1, 2008 · If you have any Rectilinear material (including photos of drivers, x-overs or cabinets I am missing), please consider sharing it into the database for the benefit of the AK membership. The …

Dec 30, 2005 · Well, here is the deal. I found a set of Rectilinear XIa's at a local thrift store today, they aren't super expensive, but they have had the surrounds replaced and don't have matching …

Oct 30, 2009 · 3. Rectilinear changed designs at least once throughout the XI's production. So if you have speakers that are not consecutive serial numbers, you may notice some differences between …

Aug 18, 2013 · Picked up this pair of Rectilinear model 7 recently. The whizzer cones on both of the lower midrange drivers are crumpled. Is this going to affect the sound? If so, would it be better to just …