1952 Bell & Howell Filmosound 12" Jensen Alnico Speaker

A beautiful piece of vintage audio history! This early-1950s Bell & Howell Filmosound speaker cabinet features a genuine 12-inch Jensen Alnico speaker, housed in its distinctive two-tone portable cabinet with the original B&H grille design. The speaker has been tested using a guitar through a Peavey amplifier with a custom-made adapter and is confirmed working. Manufacturing & Identification: - Bell & Howell Filmosound – Model DES 202/285 B-1 - Jensen 12" Alnico speaker, made in the USA - Jensen manufacturing code: 220221 - Code dates the speaker to the 21st week of 1952, consistent with the cabinet's production era - Bell & Howell speaker part number: 23615 - 16 ohms / 25 watts maximum input - Distributed in Canada by Benograph, a division of Associated Screen News Ltd., Montreal Features: - Vintage portable wooden speaker cabinet - Original-style beige and grey textured finish - Burgundy interior and distinctive B&H front grille - Metal latches and carrying handle - Long detachable vintage speaker cable included - Tested and working Condition: Excellent overall vintage cosmetic condition for its age, with minor surface marks and age-related wear. The carrying handle shows some wear along its edges. Please review photos for the condition of this approximately 74-year-old piece. Ideal for vintage guitar enthusiasts, tube amplifier collectors, Bell & Howell Filmosound collectors, or anyone looking for a classic Jensen Alnico speaker in a period cabinet. Pins for the adapter to work are 2 and 4 see photo ( this is just a quick test rig but will be included ) Local pickup. If this advertisement is still posted, the item is available.