The better Betsy

[Ronion]

Anyone out here own more than 1 type of Betsy? If so, which one do you prefer and why?

 

[d to the g]

I would’ve thought there might be more response to this...

I guess I’ll kick it off and say that the house sound is present in all 3 drivers. They all use the same cone and basket. Then it depends on usage.

Of course the alnico sits on top. At first I thought the differences were subtle, but not anymore.

 

[Ronion]

Can you describe the differences?

I’m going to build a small(ish) self contained stereo with a vintage sound. Something akin to an old console stereo, but small enough to sit on a table. About the size of a small suitcase. I’ve got a small SET amp which will be driving these. I am definitely leaning towards the AlNiCo.

 

[freddi]

are there preliminary T-S parameters available for the alnico version ?

 

[Randy in Caintuck]

I started a thread about the alnico drivers on the Decware Audio forum …..

A few comments were made, including some by Steve Deckert.

The things useful to this thread start around reply # 19.

Forums - NEW !!!  Alnico Betsy baffles HERE NOW  !!!

I hope this information is helpful ….. 🙂

Happy listening,
Randy

 

[d to the g]

are there preliminary T-S parameters available for the alnico version ?

https://www.diyaudio.com/forums/wild-burro-audio/329292-13-28-27-metallurgical-combination-aluminum-nickel-cobalt-introducing-betsyo.html#post5606601

 

[Ronion]

Very helpful Randy. Thank you. Now to get designing this beast of a Betsy.