1980 KLH Model 331 Speaker Overhaul Restoration Repair - Retfurb Vintage Audio

In this video we carry out a refurbishment on this tired looking set of early 1980's KLH 2-way stereo speakers.
This includes replacing the damaged lower speaker cone foams, Re-covering the box case outer wood veneer & Re-finished the front texture face.
All of this whilst trying to maintain the original appearance of the units and keeping them going for years to come.
As usual we aim to keep as much of the original components as possible, Only replacing the necessary parts.
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Vintage & retro audio equipment is getting more and more collectible.
These particular speakers are in good working order when it comes to sound output. However, They are let down by the physical condition that they are in.
Obviously with any older Hi-Fi equipment, They need servicing to keep working as they were intended.
Restoring these speakers back to how they should be, Keeps them alive for people to appreciate this era of audio equipment.
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Warning
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Any tasks we show on our videos, should be carried out by qualified persons only. All of the repairs, refurbs, restorations, modifications, etc can be hazardous to health. We ensure all safety precautions are carried out first, Before attempting any repairs.
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[@AudioElectronicsChicago]

they look great after the restoration, you managed to fix the pushed in dust caps too

[@retfurb]

Thanks. Yeah, was pretty lucky that they sucked out. But thought it was worth a try. 😁

[@martyjewell5683]

This model 331 was an updated version of the model 31. I got the KLH 31's in 1975 with a BIC-920 turntable (Shure M70 pickup) and Pioneer SX-434 (15wpc) receiver all for under $240. My first "component" hifi system. The 31's definitely had the East Coast sound popular during the 1970's. Nice video.

[@retfurb]

Thank you very much for the kind comment. Thank you also for the additional information, I love viewer added comments. Excellent source for those looking in the future.

[@jameshutton5979]

Hi, Great job! What is the manufacturer of the textured spray paint please?

[@retfurb]

Thank you, it’s appreciated. I actually used a couple different ones, as one was getting low. They are ‘proXL protex black texture’ and ‘GTI texture coating’. There are other brands I have used in the past, with similar results.