I have always heard the name Chartwell when menioning the LS3/5a. There are some audiophiles who find the Chartwell's sound the smoothest among all the LS3/5a. Owing to a strong demand, the prices of the Chartwell has always been high. Other then the Rogers Gold Badge, the Chartwell is the next most collectable LS3/5a followed by perhaps the Ram, AudioMaster LS3/5a.
I was fortunate to be able to find a nice matched pair made in 1977 Chartwell LS3/5a with close serial nos 1580 & 1581 from a serious and experienced audiophiles Richard who has the complete range of Rogers LS3/5a. From the circuit board, one can see the closely matched crossover as well as the components.
To make space for the Chartwell LS3/5a, I ahve cut love my pair of Ram LS3/5a to a close friend. The vocal from the Chartswell is very smooth which also matches very well with my WE124 as well as the Fisher 50C.
Good luck in your search for vintage items. If you find hard enough, you can find your dream items! Cheers
1 comment:
hello Francis, great blog. i noticed you have a pair of chartwells, i too have the same.Their serial numbers are 877-878 and are in a darker cabinet.They are in mint condition and have had very little use. Any idea of their approx value?.
Yours faithfully
max
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