ra.ra Posted April 3, 2016 Report Share Posted April 3, 2016 Even though I was able to find some informed text discussion after doing a search of this site, I was unable to find a photo of this veneer option offered by AR back in the early 60's. So, simply for informational purposes, these pics of the "Korina" veneer cabinets are being posted for curious interest. Currently for sale on a public auction site listed as AR-2a's, these speakers have actually been converted to 2ax's with replacement mid-range drivers. Korina, a beautiful light wood from Africa, is a species totally unfamiliar to me, but apparently it was often used in the fabrication of musical instruments, including the beloved Gibson Les Paul guitars. And if you might like some musical pleasure while ogling exotic veneer, here's a personal fave clip of a very old blues tune. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SHHxMNkMl4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ra.ra Posted April 3, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2016 Whoops, a better pic offered here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakecat Posted April 6, 2016 Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 I saw those too and thought...Korina?...and saw your thread here. I learned something new today...as I had never heard of Korina. Like your blues tune also....thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidDru Posted April 6, 2016 Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 Would like to see a restored Korina finish to see how good it can look. Otherwise they are a bit blah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ra.ra Posted April 6, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 Totally agree, David. These pics are not terribly flattering but it would be great to see a "blonde" finish which has a bit more character than birch, and I suspect this rare species just might be the ticket. I've never seen Korina in person, nor in the marketplace other than this instance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidDru Posted April 7, 2016 Report Share Posted April 7, 2016 The grain isn't all that exciting so I wonder what would be the best type of finish. ? I might be tempted to do a rubbed oil like the guitar guys like to do and get a shine on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ra.ra Posted April 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2016 This time I do not agree with you, David. The pic in my initial post was of very poor quality, but if you look at the online sale and inspect the images, you will see that the rare Korina finish presents a very unique combination of texture and tone. I do hope that this enhanced image communicates this point. Even better, it would be great to hear and see some images from any CSP member that might own a pair of AR speakers with this rare optional finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidDru Posted April 7, 2016 Report Share Posted April 7, 2016 I guess with it being so consistent it sorta looks manufactured. Maybe I am just visualizing how good it could be with a great finish and looking ahead to that. My wood grain on my ADS L1590's is similar. They need to be spruced up and until they are, they just don't pop like I know they would once glowing again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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