Help identifying this IMF Compact - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Johnnie · 15th Sep 2017, 11:00 pm

Can anyone help confirm the model of this IMF Compact?

I bought them new in the 1970's, before the Super Compact came out, so I think they are very much Mark I's
Note the tubular port, paper-cone mid-range, and (approx) 6.5" bass unit.
The tweeter has a paper cone, and foam surround. I suspect the condition of this is not too important as deflection is minimal.

The serial number is "000418".

The roll surrounds are crumbling on the bass, and very stiff on the mid-range.

Does anyone agree (or otherwise) that the mid-ranges are Elac 4EM/101

I am looking for someone in the UK who can help with replacing the surrounds to original spec.

RojDW48 · 20th Sep 2017, 10:05 am

There is what appears to be a dormant website here - http://www.imf-electronics.com/Home/...mpacts/compact - and the pics would tend to confirm that yours is a Mk1, but there is no info as to driver suppliers. Pics of the rear of that baffle would help.

15th Sep 2017, 11:00 pm	#1
Johnnie Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: South West London, UK. Posts: 1	Help identifying this IMF Compact Can anyone help confirm the model of this IMF Compact? I bought them new in the 1970's, before the Super Compact came out, so I think they are very much Mark I's Note the tubular port, paper-cone mid-range, and (approx) 6.5" bass unit. The tweeter has a paper cone, and foam surround. I suspect the condition of this is not too important as deflection is minimal. The serial number is "000418". The roll surrounds are crumbling on the bass, and very stiff on the mid-range. Does anyone agree (or otherwise) that the mid-ranges are Elac 4EM/101 I am looking for someone in the UK who can help with replacing the surrounds to original spec. Attached Thumbnails

20th Sep 2017, 10:05 am	#2
RojDW48 Nonode Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Bristol, UK. Posts: 2,074	Re: Help identifying this IMF Compact There is what appears to be a dormant website here - http://www.imf-electronics.com/Home/...mpacts/compact - and the pics would tend to confirm that yours is a Mk1, but there is no info as to driver suppliers. Pics of the rear of that baffle would help. __________________ '....don't go mistaking Paradise for that home across the road!' (Bob Dylan)