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All auctions / Music & Musical Instruments / Mission - 762 / 2-Way Bass-Reflex Standmount / Bookshelf Speaker set
Mission 762, British acoustic loudspeakers belonging to Mission's historic 76 series, introduced in the late 1980s: 2-way bass-reflex speakers, designed according to Mission's philosophy of the era, with particular attention to sensitivity, dynamics and the recreation of the stereo image. The model uses the characteristic Mission configuration with vertically arranged drivers and a generously sized woofer. The cabinet is built with a rigidened structure and bass-reflex loading. Technical specifications Brand: Mission Model: 762 Production: Made in England Period: circa 1988/1989 – early 1990s Type: passive 2-way speaker Cavity/ loading: bass-reflex Woofer: 1 × 210 mm / 8" approx., Plastiflex cone Tweeter: 1 × 19 mm, fabric dome Nominal impedance: 8 Ω Sensitivity: about 91–93 dB Frequency response: about 50 Hz – 20 kHz Crossover frequency: about 4.3 kHz Dimensions of each speaker: about 500 × 250 × 283 mm (H × W × D) Pair weight: about 21 kg Finish: Black Ash The specifications published in period documentation report a response of about 65 Hz–20 kHz in laboratory measurements, while catalog/archive data indicate a nominal extension down to about 50 Hz. Sound characteristics The Mission 762s are particularly interesting for vintage British hi-fi enthusiasts. The good sensitivity allows listening levels to be achieved even with moderately powered amplifiers. Their character is typically oriented toward a dynamic and engaging listening experience, with strong mid-bass presence and a remarkable ability to recreate a wide stereo image. Conditions The pair is offered in the condition visible in the photographs. Any normal signs of wear, small scratches or aesthetic imperfections should be considered part of the normal history of these vintage speakers and are documented in the photos. The speakers will be supplied as shown in the photographs. Before purchase, it is advisable to carefully review the images to assess the actual cosmetic condition. Contents of the sale 1 pair of Mission 762 speakers Careful packing with bubble wrap and multi-ply cardboard. Shipping only to continental Europe
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