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Rare Vintage 1960s Emerson-Rittenhouse Seafoam Green Fiberglass Reflex Horn Speaker w/ Crossover - UNTESTED
Up for sale is an authentic, rare vintage 1960s Mid-Century Emerson-Rittenhouse outdoor / patio paging and music re-entrant reflex horn speaker with its original mounting yoke bracket and external crossover network board.
Crafted with an incredible molded seafoam / sage green spun fiberglass flared bell (showing prominent vintage fiberglass strand textures reminiscent of classic Eames / Herman Miller fiberglass shells) and center inner reflex horn bearing the raised Emerson Rittenhouse crest emblem.
Item Details & Specifications:
- Brand / Manufacturer: Emerson-Rittenhouse Co. (Emerson Electric Builder Products)
- Era: Mid-Century Modern (Circa 1963–1968; crossover capacitor date code 6338)
- Design: Double re-entrant reflex paging / outdoor music horn loudspeaker
- Housing: Heavy molded spun seafoam green fiberglass shell
- Bracket: Original heavy steel swivel mounting yoke / U-bracket with wing bolts
- Included Network: Original hardboard crossover filter assembly (stamped 700837 A, Nichicon 8uF NP cap, 10-ohm resistor, and 360838-2 inductor coil)
- Dimensions: Approx. 14\" Wide Mouth x 12.5\" High x 7.5\" Deep
- Quantity: 1 Complete Vintage Horn Assembly
Condition & Damage Notes (Please Read):
- Corner Damage: The fiberglass bell has a structural corner crack and small chip / delamination on one outer upper shoulder (see close-up Photo #5). The fiberglass remains rigid.
- Wiring & Hardware: Lead wires are cut short at the rear grommet and will require splicing / soldering. Top center screws show surface rust from outdoor installation.
- Functionality: UNTESTED due to bare cut leads and age; sold strictly AS-IS for restoration, parts, MCM decor, or collection.
- Cosmetics: Authentic weathered patina with honest surface dust and aging throughout. Emblem is intact and legible. Please inspect all close-up photos for exact physical condition.
