• Re: 3.6 ribbon replacement - Avocat 18:36:23 04/02/07 (0)
  In Reply to: 3.6 ribbon replacement posted by The Tick on April 1, 2007 at 17:55:51:

  
  I had the experience of replacing one of mine last month. The other comments are entirely accurate. - It isn't difficult. I would add a suggestion that you should remember to disconnect the top and bottom connector clips before you apply the magnetic strip (that tends to cover them up) and before you begin unscrewing the mounting screws. Also, copy down the speaker serial number, using a flashlight, while you have the speaker face down and the tweeter removed, since the SN is located behind the crossover box and is rather difficult to read.

  Good luck.

  Jim
  
  

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• Re: 3.6 ribbon replacement - zuki 16:36:35 04/02/07 (0)
  In Reply to: 3.6 ribbon replacement posted by The Tick on April 1, 2007 at 17:55:51:

  http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?t=65
  

  • link.just something to suggest is all   (Open in New Window)

  
  

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• Re: 3.6 ribbon replacement - Webnick 12:47:39 04/02/07 (0)
  In Reply to: 3.6 ribbon replacement posted by The Tick on April 1, 2007 at 17:55:51:

  Hey, Tick, just did one myself a couple of months ago. Was fretting like you were. No worries. In fact, the tubing Magnepan uses to ship the tweeter is kind of a pain (along with the 20 or so screws securing the tweeter assembly to the speaker mdf) - so just remember when unpacking to be firm but gentle. And remember to be careful when attaching the connectors as Dimitry says because the connectors on the tweeters are rather maleable and can break off if you use too much force. And, of course, serial numbers at the bottom as Al points out. The tweeters will, of course, arrive with protector strips on them so don't remove them until you're completely done with the R/R. After the R/R don't forget that the ribbon will need a while to break in so it may sound different from your other Maggie. Good luck.
  
  

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• Just be sure to install right side up. - Al Sekela 11:59:21 04/02/07 (1)
  In Reply to: 3.6 ribbon replacement posted by The Tick on April 1, 2007 at 17:55:51:

  If you intall upside down, you will reverse the phase of the ribbon output. Install the new ribbon with the numbers at the same orientation as the old one.

  The fuses are not always successful in protecting the ribbons. If your amp has too little power for the speakers, you may blow another ribbon.
  
  

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  • Re: Just be sure to install right side up. - The Tick 12:50:55 04/02/07 (0)
    In Reply to: Just be sure to install right side up. posted by Al Sekela on April 2, 2007 at 11:59:21:

    Thanks for the input on the ribbon orientation. The fuses are fine. It's the cat that isn't. Now I don't want anyone to think I hurt the cat. I didn't.
    
    

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• Re: 3.6 ribbon replacement - The Tick 10:36:59 04/02/07 (0)
  In Reply to: 3.6 ribbon replacement posted by The Tick on April 1, 2007 at 17:55:51:

  Just got off the phone with Magnepan and it's $98.00 for one ribbon with
  $25.00 UPS to Calif. They ship out tomorrow and I should have them by Friday. They come in a pc tube inside a shipping box. I have to return the old tweeter in the same tube/box or get charged another $300. if not sent back in 30 days.
  Great experience getting this handled and thanks to those that responded to my request for info. It helped settle me down.

  
  
  

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• Re: 3.6 ribbon replacement - itsthemusic 18:41:08 04/01/07 (1)
  In Reply to: 3.6 ribbon replacement posted by The Tick on April 1, 2007 at 17:55:51:

  Call them Monday--you don't have to send the whole speaker/they'll explain
  
  

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  • Re: 3.6 ribbon replacement - Dimitry 08:26:06 04/02/07 (0)
    In Reply to: Re: 3.6 ribbon replacement posted by itsthemusic on April 1, 2007 at 18:41:08:

    You pay them about $100 and they send you a new complete tweeter for your speaker. You replace the tweeter (easy job) and send them back the old magnet/cage in the same package. That's all.

    The only two things to be extra careful about is removing the protector strip and putting the connectors on the new tweeter once it is installed intot he speaker. Make sure the connectors don't slip off and that any tools you use for this operation don't bump the fragile ribbon which is just below/above the connector. The protector strip needs to be removed in a smooth, slow, controlled single motion - as it tends to want to snap back, which may damage the tweeter.

    Magnepan's tweeter replacement program has to be the best bargain around and is very fair. They really are a great company. I currently don't own one (Quaddie, for now) but they have been examplary in all of my dealings with them.
    
    

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