Vintage 1974 Kodak Ektasound Guitar Cab with 1961 Philips Miniwatt Alnico Speaker

One-of-a-kind custom extension cabinet built from an authentic 1974 Kodak Ektasound projector speaker enclosure and loaded with an original 1961 Philips Miniwatt alnico driver.

Originally manufactured in the USA as part of Kodak's Ektasound sound-film projection system, this cabinet has been thoughtfully repurposed into a compact vintage extension cab while preserving its original appearance and character. The result is a unique combination of American industrial design and classic European tube-era speaker technology.

Perfect for low-watt tube amplifiers, desktop amp setups, recording applications, re-amping, and players seeking authentic vintage character that modern production cabinets often lack.

Tone

Don't let the compact footprint fool you. The 1961 Philips Miniwatt alnico speaker delivers rich vintage tone with plenty of personality.

• Warm, organic midrange response
• Smooth, chimey highs without harshness
• Natural compression when pushed
• Distinctive lo-fi breakup and vintage grit
• Excellent for garage rock, indie, blues, and recording applications
• Responsive and touch-sensitive feel at lower volumes

The solid wood enclosure adds resonance and depth that complements the speaker's naturally musical character.

Cabinet & Conversion Details

• Original Kodak Ektasound extension speaker cabinet
• Manufactured in the USA circa 1974
• Original walnut-grain wood enclosure
• Original dark woven grille cloth
• Original Kodak badge intact
• Professionally converted for use as an extension cabinet
• Switchcraft #11 1/4" mono input jack installed
• Input jack mounted through the existing factory cable opening
• No additional holes drilled into the vintage cabinet
• Fully tested and ready for use

Specifications

Cabinet: Kodak Ektasound Extension Speaker Cabinet (USA, 1974)

Speaker: Philips Miniwatt LD-3461 X/01 Alnico Driver (Europe, 1961)

Input: 1/4" Mono Switchcraft Jack

Configuration: External Extension Cabinet

Applications: Recording, low-watt tube amplifiers, desktop amplifiers, re-amping, and vintage-tone projects

Provenance

The cabinet originally housed its factory-installed Kodak speaker, dated 1974 and marked with production code 198975. It has since been upgraded with the vintage 1961 Philips Miniwatt alnico driver currently installed.

Condition

Very good vintage condition with cosmetic wear consistent with age. The cabinet is structurally solid, clean, and fully functional. Please review all photos for complete condition details.

Important Note

This cabinet contains a vintage alnico speaker intended for lower-wattage amplifiers and recording applications. Please verify compatibility with your amplifier before use.

Ships professionally packed, fully insured, and ready to play.