Technics SB-7000 Speakers!

[@j.t.cooper2963]

My oldest brother had a pair of SB-7000A's on a Sansui 9090DB back in 1977. That was a beast of a system.

[@juliobarriga3782]

Great video. I'm a fan of these speakers, my father has a pair of SB-7000A and I have a pair of SB-7000 (Serie7) from japanese market. They sound so good after all these years.

[@EM_life-gr8sn]

Great video - analysis is spot on. I’ve just converted my 7000As to 7000. Had access to 7000s - just copied the interior baffling. Visually identical. Needed to do a fair bit of routing but they came out absolutely fantastic. Cost me 17$ to do. Sound difference to the A’s is undeniable. Huge difference too is setting output of your amp to 6ohms if you can (or 4-6). Fantastic speakers - almost as good as my SB-e100s.

[@1JGP1]

I've had alot of fun with them...I used to also have some Technics SB-E200's; they looked quite a bit like Bose 901's on Tulip stands...Loved those E200's!

[@alexislancaster2691]

Those are beautiful Speakers

[@PeterMilanovski]

Taking away the smoke smell from vintage speakers is like taking away the vintage from them! I think that these speakers would be perfect for listening to industrial techno! I bet that they would rock the house!

[@1JGP1]

Sooo true! (LOL)... Just like the smell of old PCBs in old 1960/70's receivers ;) You are right, they sound great with Electronic Music.

[@PeterMilanovski]

@@1JGP1 that old smell is actually coming from the capacitors! I have brand new capacitors that I have stored in a compartmentalized plastic case and even though they are only about a year old, when I opened it recently I noticed that old vintage style smell even though the case was purchased brand new to store the new capacitors! I guess that it kinda makes sense since the capacitors are the only device that are chemistry based and degrade over time regardless if they are used or not! So technically if you really want to get rid of that old vintage electronics smell, then the best thing that you can do is wash the PCB board and replace every single capacitor and you will have a brand new version of it...

[@nr120]

Bought my 7000a's new, still love them!!

[@1JGP1]

They are great speakers. Whenever I see a good pair, I just can't help to buy them - lol. Recently, I had some 6000's - wow, they surprised me as well!

[@rancosteel]

I remember the Technics stereo store in a strip mall in my state in 1978. The inside decor had a chrome plated radius ceiling with bright red carpeting everywhere. It looked awesome. I wish I took photos.

[@1JGP1]

Those were the days! I still remember our local dealer (East Hamilton Radio); back then it was heaven (bit different today ;) I bought my first system there - I think I was about 10.

[@rancosteel]

@@1JGP1 Yes now most consumer audio is made in China. I only have one China made component. An Audio Technica AT-LP60X belt drive turntable. All my other components are USA made and vintage Japan loudspeakers. To bad no stores exist anymore in my area. Only a Best Buy with a Magnolia audio listening room with limited brands and boring decor.

[@1JGP1]

@@rancosteel so true!

[@VegasElement]

I would love to hear these with today's modern, bass heavy, digitially produced music. I need lots of low-end.

[@1JGP1]

I've listened to some modern electronic music with these, amazing sound stage and nice punchy bass!

[@samuelsalins8309]

Interesting design 🔉👍

[@rancosteel]

The best adhesive remover is UN-DU. It is safe and archival. You can get it on Amazon. Cabinet cleaning I use Endust for Electronics with a toothbrush. Works great. I have restored typewriters and audio equipment with these products.

[@1JGP1]

Thanks!

[@beppesyn]

I LOVE SB 7000!

[@bambulotto56]

Congratulations for the review. I'd like to ask you something. I have the opportunity to purchase a pair of 7000s. Unfortunately the midrande have a damaged edge. Are they made of perishable foam? Do the woofers also have a foam edge? Why can't I find spare parts online? can you help me? Thank you.

[@1JGP1]

Hi, they are foam indeed, but they are a treated foam to reduce breakdown. In terms of foam surrounds, they were pretty exceptional and lasted much longer than most speakers. I really doubt you will find the exact replacement, but that's not really necessary anyways as even generic foam today is pretty decent. The woofer is an odd ball size. I know I had to have my SB-6000's cut and joined to get them to work. I know it sounds odd, but if you watch that video you'll understand what I mean. In the end, they worked just as good as the originals.

[@BEEFTEEF4]

I have a pair of these. One is in great shape, the other has a partially torn surround due to a cat jumping off of it. These are incredibly musically accurate but heavy on the highs and mids. The bass lags behind newer speakers IMO. I’ve added a cheap Polk subwoofer to this setup and I now consider it to have full sound.

[@1JGP1]

Cool to hear that you've got a pair! And yes, our pets...lol. I certainly agree, these are very musical speakers - they really do require an amplifier with good control in order to achieve a nice tight bass. I find this true with most "large cone" speakers...Thanks for your input!!

[@jimkerrigan1888]

I love them stands the test of time 9090db has the power to push them literally all day long

[@1JGP1]

Yes, I certainly believe the 9090 would have no problems making them sing! You've got yourself a really nice receiver there!

[@Poppinwheeeeellllllieeeeez]

I use bissle little green machine.....with oxy clean laundry detergent "sunlight" with hot water. I soak the grils and agitate with a paint brush and suck the fluid out with a wet dry vac. Smell great and the colour of the liquid will be shocking.

[@1JGP1]

My little green machine broke :( Twice now!

[@toyman81]

The 1970's produced some of the absolute best stereo systems, The Big Japanese Techs were battling to see who could make the best and who could produce the most wattage Receivers

[@1JGP1]

Wait till you see my upcoming video on Technics SE-A100 Power Amplifier! Talk about over engineered, lol.

[@UlisesRodriguez08]

Hello, would you happen to know the ohm rating of the midrange driver? I’m replacing my blown ones with another speaker but unfortunately can’t find the information.

[@1JGP1]

I don't personally recall. Let me see what I can dig up.

[@speakertester.1861]

If that's not high-end I don't know what is.

[@nemish17]

I was wondering how these compare to your cerwin vega d9. I own the sb 7000a and have an opportunity for some d9's. How would you comrpare the two?

[@1JGP1]

The D9's are "fun" speakers...The SB-7000 are a more musically accurate speaker. If you can get the D9's cheap, try it! As you know, they are quiet desirable, certainly easy to sell if you don't like them.

[@jameswubbolt7787]

Had a pair, now I kick myself.

[@cjackfly]

Guy wants $1500 here in 2024.

[@1JGP1]

They are nice speakers for sure.

[@Xx-xd3zo]

What's that amp?

[@1JGP1]

That was a European Onkyo A-927... Great amplifier!

[@tf7274]

Nothing wrong with thin gauge wire....as long as it is well shielded.

[@tf7274]

And a well done video...

[@1JGP1]

@@tf7274 , thank you.

[@lauropingol563]

hi, what amp are you using to push these babies to their fullest?

[@1JGP1]

I think at the time I was using a Technics SEA-5... A great match!

[@JasonMontell2501]

My tweeters were blown when I bought mine. Sucks

[@1JGP1]

Sorry I missed your reply, that does suck that you tweeters were blown! They are certainly not easy to find and replace.

[@lizichell2]

Lovely speakers. Ashame they came from a smokers home and stink like a pack of 20 capstan full strength

[@1JGP1]

Believe it or not, I managed to remove all the smell. It took a long time, but it was worth it.

[@krastextop7872]

нехера трындеть весь ролик, я послушать зашел

[@juanito3079]

Nunca sonaron ni una prueba de audio nada ugli