Andrea87 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 (edited) After moving into a TV station and theatre owner's residence in 1967 (when I was 5), we have finally sold the wonderful house I grew up in. This Patrician - I believe, the same as seen on the May, 1951 cover of Audio Engineering, has been safely tucked away in another cabinet since installed in the 50s and was still in use delivering beautiful music until 2 years ago, when we placed my mom in a home. There is virtually no wear on the mahogany colored cabinet. It is my understanding that the same model was also used at the TV station and in his movie theatres. In our 1100 Sq ft family room that was cork lined for acoustics, this filled the room so easily with stunningly realistic sound. It was hooked up to a system that included a 78/45 turntable, another 33/16 turntable, a 12" reel to reel audio deck, and a 100-record juke box. We still have the reel to reel and juke box, as well. These were also both working 2 years ago. It sounds like some of Patricians have gone for quite a bit. We would love any audiophiles input on history and, perhaps, what we should sell it for. There is only one, as stereo was not out when the room was designed and custom built. Feel free to email me at Andrea@CareWithConfidence.com and put Speaker in the subject line. Thanks for everyone's help. Edited February 7, 2015 by Andrea87 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Welcome to the forum. Could you post some pictures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 This one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckAb3 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Welcome Andrea. My dad had a single Klipschorn of about the same vintage, but it's long gone. I don't know what you could get for a single speaker like that. A pair would seem to be much more appealing to buyers. Come back and let us know what you plan to do with it. Someone might be interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 I'm a little confused. It could be a IV to an VIII. Found a link for a pdf of a IV. The pic of the mfg assembled option looks the same. I will try to get a serial number or other info. It seems it uses Klipsch folded horn technology. As I learn more info, I will continue to post here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 A picture or 3 would help some here identify. Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 Yes CEECA850, that is exactly what it looks like, although I don't know what speakers are behind the screen. I'm assuming it is the same as the pic, as the remodel plans to add the screening/family room was in late 1949 and it was completed around 1951. I will try to post some pics. Thanks for your story ChuckAb3. Yes, I would love to have a pair. But, the room never changed in all the years we lived there. So a 2nd matching speaker wasn't added after stereo came into play. :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 Here are some pics. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edroom Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 That is a Beautiful piece! Where are you located? Ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 Hi Edroom! Thanks for admiring. I posted a response, but it isn't showing here. We are in Phoenix, AZ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Wow, beautiful, and that matches my Aristocrat, and my Regency.....Do you deliver to NW Indiana????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 16, 2015 Author Share Posted January 16, 2015 Hi Jimjimbo! My husband is a Hoosier, and an IU alum. Grew up in Whiting. Where in da region are you? While we'd love to deliver it, that might be tough. But, we'd love to show you some beautiful weather that's in contrast to some of your lows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mungkiman Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 To get the scale into perspective, is that wall made with 8" tall cinder block? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 16, 2015 Author Share Posted January 16, 2015 Hi Mungkiman. I'm not sure. But, I believe so. That is the day we placed it in storage. In another pic, it is still in the secondary built in enclosure. The floor is 12" terrazzo tiles. I'm 5'2" and it is tale than me. I can get exact measurements over the weekend, if you'd like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Hi Andrea, we are in the South Bend area. Been mighty chilly....That is a beautiful speaker, really wish I was closer.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 16, 2015 Author Share Posted January 16, 2015 Thanks Jim. My mom was from South Bend. I still have many relatives there. Any idea how to determine what I should ask our seek it for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheltie dave Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Andrea, you have EBay as the best route to command the highest amount of money, and then you have to navigate the shoals whether you are dealing with an honest person or not. I have a Patrician utility speaker sitting in the garage, with the 18" woofer, 12" midwoofer, t25 mid, and t35 tweeter with the correct crossover, and have not been able to sell it in the past year for $1500. Yours is better displayed, but fairly modified, and looks like it is living room ready. Outside of EBay, you may get $1500 to $2000. On EBay, you could get $5K if there is a bidding frenzy. You could also get taken. Korean and Italian buyers are among the largest prominent sharks in vintage circles. You get around the shipping problem by noting a couple shipping companies in your auction, like Craters and Freighters, and let the buyer be responsible for pickup and shipping entirely. Yours has the 18" woofer and the 12" midwoofer, but I can't tell for certaing if the horns are Altec or Stephens. That is a beautiful speaker and a wonderful set of memories for you. I'll do a little more digging... Dave 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkyhambone Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Hello Andrea, I sent you a private message with my phone number. I have a single horn that I have been looking for a mate for. I think it might be contained in your speaker. Please call me when you are able. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea87 Posted January 16, 2015 Author Share Posted January 16, 2015 Thanks so much SheltieDave. I will call you FunkyHambone in a bit. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edroom Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Too bad you are so far....It would have paired nicely with my 1956 Georgian! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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