Weber FC12 speaker with a Green Russian Big Muff - In Any Tongue solo, Weber FC12 speaker with a BKB 911 Tube Driver - Louder than Words solo, Shown above - Hi-Tone 75w DR-F speaker made by Eminence, based on a Fane purple backed speaker from the 1970s. From the start, FANE had also produced large 12-inch bass drivers for OEMs in the specialist hi-fi industry in addition to producing its own hi-fi products such as the Quartet complete loudspeaker system. Im always on the lookout for Crescendo 70s drivers, working or not - for vintage projects. The Eminence Tonker and Tonkerlite speakers were rumored to be Crescendo clones. G12T-75 speakers from the 1980s and 1990s were made in England and say Made in England or Ipswitch England on the round magnet label. Not exactly the Crescendo sound, but in the same family. Reeves claims they sound very similar to the original Purples, but I have never tried them. The revolutionary and trail-blazing new speaker technology was highly successful. They had brown solder tags to connect the speaker wires, screwed to the spoke with flat head screws. They should be replaced after about 20-25 years, which adds to the cost. In January 2007 the Barnes family took the opportunity to purchase FANE with the objective of restoring the brands fortunes through refocusing upon core values and bringing a renewed expertise to the challenges of an audio market that had showed considerable change over the previous twenty years. View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. The Starfinder is made in the U.K. using Kurt Mueller cones and the magnets are charged on a magnetizer used by the original Fane speaker company. Without seeing the model number or specs it can be very difficult to identify which is which because Crescendos were not always branded with a Crescendo label. Speaker Recone Kits EV Electro Voice 15 DL15ST DIY Recone Kit F.01U.110.734. The amp was set at very high volume, not bedroom volume. Call / Email. While Phil certainly knows what speakers are in David's cabs and combos, David himself seems to have not been that familiar. They may sound similar to some model of Fane speaker, but nothing like the Crescendo to my ears. Ive got 4 original Cresendo A 100w, and 2x Rawson Sparfield DG12A, on a recommendation from someone here on the forum that knows more about vintage tubes, than I could ever remember. Fender silverface Twin Reverb amp, and Dual Showman Reverb amp. The FANE catalogue of components was carefully reviewed and analysed. The Ascension F30 is a 30 watt, ceramic magnet, guitar speaker. "Celestion's Blue and Gold are most players' benchmarks when it comes to alnico speaker tone, and in a direct comparison test, with all the drivers involved having been nicely broken in, the Ascension N30 fares very well" Chris Vinnicombe, Guitar & Bass 2016. Shown above - WEM Starfinder Super 200 4x12 speaker cabinet catalog ad, and a refurbished Super Starfinder 200 loaded with Fane Crescendo 12A speakers. A complete product overhaul was conducted to ensure the renowned FANE qualities of incredible performance without compromise are firmly adhered to, the result being a comprehensive range of components from 5-inch through to 18-inch loudspeakers. Le style de ses solos est souvent caractris par des phrases influences par le blues, et par des notes tenues en portamento.Sa technique de glisss (glissando et slide), est parfaitement matrise.. Principalement guitariste, David Gilmour est galement multi-instrumentiste.Il joue de la basse (notamment sur certaines chansons . Shown above - Three types of cap labels uses on 1970s Fane Crescendos, a black, silver, and a standard. An alternative is the Eminence GA10-SC59 speakers, which are also 20w and with paper voice coil formers like the 1028P. The Crescendos have a distinct bright tone that accents the upper mid range. Aluminum caps were popular with many speaker manufactureres in the 1970s. That said, I use both at home, but I do not have close neighbors who would complain. Keep in mind that buying an old Twin Reverb may cost less than a brand new one, or cost about the same as a used '65 reissue, but the capacitors in those older amps can be 30-40+ years old. The Eminence were slightly brighter and slightly dirtier at high volume. NOTE: This website is frequently updated. The also used and Still Use Glass Formers in the Voice Coils. Parts specifications: Cone: 12 outside diameter, 2.95 deep, 2 voice coil opening, ribbed cone. The A90 is the speaker that long-suffering high output compact combos have been waiting for. During this period production grew to exceed 50,000 units per week. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. In 1977 the circuit changed significantly to a very different sound, then came the Twin Reverb IIs in the 1980s and Red Knob Twins. The Alembic F2-B preamp was essentially two Twin Reverb/Showman preamps in one rack enclosure. The Starfinder 200 cabinet size was 30" x 30" x 14 1/2". Yes and no Out of curiosity I did some digging and came up with this: . Couldn't blame Fane for wanting to get a piece of the nostalgia-fuelled money which leaves many guitarist's hands (including mine!). For David's 2006 tour he had three WEM Starfinder 4x12" cabs. The original Crescendos were 12" 100w, 15" 100w, and 18" 150w models, all available in both 8 ohm and 15-16ohm. VISIT THE WEBSITE Fane Pro Audio - PA Loudspeaker Systems There is typically zero difference in the sound of one impedance over the other, so it does not matter which you choose. Fane Crescendo speakers for bass guitar cabinets. Butler Tube Driver - Take A Breath solo, Starfinder speaker - clean tone with compressor - Coming Back to Life solo, Starfinder speaker - clean rhythm tone with compressor - Another Brick in the Wall Part II, Shown above - 150w Hi-Tone Crescendo 'A' with aluminum dust cap and Kurt Mueller cone. I prefer closed back cabs for most things, especially distorted electric guitar, but that is just because they sound better to me in my small studio. David had a third WEM loaded with Crescendos behind him as a spare that was used to monitor his second guitarist in the first part of the 2016 tour. Production made after 2002-2003 in China do not have the ink stamp, they have a white rectangular label on the side of the magnet. Later 1970s and 1980s models changed to plastic push tags. FENDER SPEAKERS - David used a 1972-74 era Fender Dual Showman Reverb head with a matching Fender 2x15 inch speaker cabinet in the 1976 recording sessions for Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here album, along with his Hiwatt/WEM cab, and a Leslie 760 rotary speaker cab. There are many versions of the classic Fender Bassman amp combo, but the model that David is most known for using is the reissue from 1990 called the 59 Bassman. These are typically 50w or 70w Fane speakers with completely different specs and sound than the Crescendo. I also have 4 x 12 original Pulsonic cone, 1972 G12Hs but 75hz cones, 25 watt. showan above - 59 Fender Bassman reissue from 1990 with blue frame alnico speakers made by Eminence. Those look great. Sound City is one also WEM but mostly I think Hiwatt when Fane comes up. Eminence The Governor Redcoat Series 12 inch 75-watt Replacement Guitar Speaker - 8 Ohm. 15740 Citrustree Rd. The company's still in business. The first time I heard these through a Hiwatt I instantly recognized the Gilmour sound. Speaking of Pre-rola Greenbacks. Fane Crescendo speakers were made by the legendary British loudspeaker company Fane in the late 1960s, and throughout the 1970s and '80s. Yes, good drivers. Models that perfectly balance heritage with innovation, providing the elusive qualities of high performance, exquisite tonality and consistent quality. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: It is still very close, as you can hear in the sound clips below. If all of your buying and selling of guitars has taught you one thing, what is it? With direct business-owner to business-owner communications and commitment to world class standards and professional excellence we welcome working with business partners around the world to forge a strong and successful future together. What does matter is that the cab impedance matches the impedance of your speakers and your amplifier. Id look into the new Fane Ascension Series F70/F90s. The ink stamps on the cones of my speakers are marked 1021/15, but I have seen other Crescendo cones with completely different numbers. The stock amp sounds excellent, but y. The frames were made of heavy 5ply plywood, not particle board like other 4x12 cabs of the era. On the other hand, I like my small open backed Fender combos when playing clean and overdrive because they sound better filling the room. Visually the speaker looks very similar to the original Fane Crescendo, but the spoke holes in the cast metal frame are not as wide, the underside of the magnet has a beleveled edge rather than a corner like the original, and the hammerite finish pattern is smaller and smoother looking. Electric Guitarists. Shown above - David Gilmour's WEM Starfinder 4x12 speaker cabinets loaded with Fane Crescendo 100w speakers, from his 2015 tour. shown above - 59 Fender Bassman LTD (laquered tweed) from 1995 with Jensen PR10 speakers. The massive magnet and ribbed foil tape make them easy to identify. In general, as long as it is a sturdy, well built cabinet, I don't think it matters which brand it is. In general, as long as it is a sturdy, well built cabinet, I don't think it matters which brand it is. David mixed Crescendos and Celestions for his 2015-2016 tour and according to Phil Taylor, one WEM 4x12 cab was loaded with Crescendos and used with his DR504 Hiwatt, and one was loaded Celestion G12-100 speakers for use with his Alessandro amp. The 12 A was the type often used by Gilmour. Shown above - Rola Celestion G12-100 from 1982. Last update February 2022. The Alembic was essentially two of those pre-amps in one rack housing. The Ascension F70, 12-inch, 70 watt, ceramic magnet driver, represents the evolution of a classic tone guitar speaker for players looking for a fresh point of reference. Some of them can be used as guitar speakers, but they were nothing like the old Crescendo 12A speakers. The 65 reissue is basically the blackface/early silverface Twin Reverb circuit architecture with two 12" Jensen C12 speakers. Since the 1970's and throughout most of his career David's Hiwatt heads powered WEM (Watkins Electric Music) Super Starfinder 200 4x12" speaker cabinets. David used them on the front end of his Yamaha RA-200 rotary speaker cabinets for Pink Floyd's 1977 tour and 1980-81 performances of The Wall, and in his barn and Hove studios. This driver has been thoroughly researched in every detail possible and every component recreated to exacting standards, they are even magnetised on the machine that the original Fane company used back in the 60s and 70s. David used a silverface Twin Reverb in the, The Fender 65 Twin Reverb reissue (from 1992 onward) is the one I use for Pink Floyd's. 9/10 Choice Award. This is a Strat with EMG-SA neck pickup, Boss CS-3 Compressor, and a ProCo Rat. In 1984, 1986, 1994, 2001- 2006, and 2015-2016 David combined his Fane Crescendo speakers with Celestion speakers to make a more balanced sound in his live rigs. All rights Reserved. The unique grille cloth was actually made in two layers - a thin front layer that was practically see through, stapled over a black mesh back layer. Originally the UK made T-75s were brighter sounding, but around 1995 Celestion changed the voicing to a darker sound, with much more mid scoop and low end. A 1x12" cab or 2x12" (two 12" speakers) is suitable for most home or small venue players. 2018 underlines our continued commitment to product development and innovation with the launch of FANE Imperium a formidable addition to our professional range of products to stand alongside the Colossus Series, delivering outstanding efficiency to provide a definitive performance advantage and another legendary FANE product for the future. The Twin Reverb II still retained the basic Fender clean tone. While its stunningly simple 'old school' visual statement will elicit an instant smile, you will find yourself unprepared for the sonic impact about to be experienced. IonoFane was used by the British Broadcasting Company (BBC) as a monitoring loudspeaker and Bower & Wilkins also made units under license to Sony in Japan. Where FANE led the way, others followed. The FANE Sovereign Series was created with both heavy duty pressed steel and cast aluminium frame options to provide a new range of product options optimised for the requirements of the current professional audio industry and subject to a programme of continuous improvement in which specifications undergo constant analysis to ensure that they represent the best they can be. Celestion G12T-75 speaker with a Green Russian Big Muff - In Any Tongue solo, Celestion G12T-75 speaker with a BKB 911 Tube Driver - Louder than Words solo. By the late 1970s there were at least 14 different models of Crescendo speakers offered by Fane. 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