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Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 10:12 pm
by jimbob
Just got a pair of Goodmans Magnum K2s and I am hoping to carry out some of the modifications that have been mentioned in other threads on here. So far I really like the sound of them even through my iffy amp. They sound like they have plenty of potential. The cabinets are immaculate however I think one of the tweeters is duff. Are these tweeters worth repairing (if possible) or would I be better replacing? If it would be better to replace them should I be looking at anything in particular? I have never picked up a soldering iron so I have no idea how any modifications are going to turn out!!
James
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 11:29 pm
by Dr Bunsen Honeydew
I think there is a tweeter up at ebay at the moment. I know there are pair of bass drivers there. No if tweeters are gone then they are gone, can't be repaired.
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 1:06 am
by Dr Bunsen Honeydew
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 7:50 am
by jimbob
Thanks for the reply. Yeah It certainly looks different to the tweeters in mine. Are there any other tweeters that could be used as a replacement or should I just look out for a replacement on ebay? I am in no major rush as they still sound really nice and it took a while for me to even notice!
James
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 7:55 am
by jimbob
From what I have read on the net the tweeters are a Goodmans DT3 so I shall be seeing if any other speakers use these tweeters or I may just look out for a cheap pair of K2s to use for parts.
James
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 2:51 pm
by Andrew
You'd probably do well buying a spare pair. The bass unit would probs fetch enough to get your money back.
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 3:48 pm
by jimbob
I recon you are probably right. I will keep my eyes peeled. Is it worth changing the terminals on the speakers so I can use banana plugs or am I okay with bare wire? I want to order some LS3 soon and would like to know if I should alter things so I can have the cable terminated at both ends.
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 3:53 pm
by Dr Bunsen Honeydew
Drill and fit 4mm sockets.
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 5:17 pm
by jimbob
Sockets ordered. I will keep updating as things get done. Am I right to assume that I will need to access the inside of the cabinet from where the bass driver is? The back of the cabinet looks to be a very snug fit and I can't see how I could get it off without causing damage.
Re: Goodmans Magnum K2
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 10:36 pm
by Dr Bunsen Honeydew
I think earlier threads on Magnums go into opening the cabs. There have been about three threads. Use forum search function.