Yes. For years, vintage collectors ignored these because they lacked the "cool factor" of the lattice grilles. But the market is waking up.
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The first thing you notice is the real wood veneer. In the 1970s, "vinyl wrap" was for budget gear. The CS-787 boasts genuine walnut or oak wood grain. The front baffle is covered in a dark brown felt-like material, which serves a dual purpose: it looks retro-cool, and it reduces sonic reflections off the cabinet face. The grille is a removable, thick cloth frame that snaps into place with plastic pegs (which, unfortunately, are often broken on units found today). If you are currently looking into restoring or
It represents a fleeting moment when Pioneer stopped trying to win the "spec sheet war" (Watts, Hz, number of drivers) and tried to win the "ears war." It failed commercially because in 1977, buyers wanted chrome and lattice. They wanted the CS-99A. But time has a way of correcting mistakes. The CS-787 boasts genuine walnut or oak wood grain
Unlike the "shouty" midrange of some JBLs, the CS-787’s dedicated cone midrange is surprisingly polite. Vocals sit slightly forward but remain smooth. Electric guitars (think David Gilmour) have that creamy, saturated distortion that fills the room without piercing your ears. This is where the speaker punches above its weight class.