Restoring a CELESTION DITTON 33
The Celestion Ditton 33 is a classic late-1970s British three-way loudspeaker celebrated for its rich, musical soundstage. Built with a sealed acoustic suspension cabinet, it features a 10-inch cast-frame woofer, a dedicated cone midrange, and the renowned HF1000 dome tweeter. Delivering warm, authoritative bass, articulate mids, and smooth highs, the Ditton 33 excels with acoustic, vocal, and analogue recordings. Its real-wood cabinet and durable rubber surrounds make it a timeless vintage gem.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| System Type | 3-Way Sealed Enclosure (Acoustic Suspension) |
| High-Frequency Driver | 1" (25 mm) HD1000 / HF1000 Dome Tweeter |
| Mid-Range Driver | 5" (125 mm) D5 Cone Midrange |
| Low-Frequency Driver | 10" (250 mm) Cast-Chassis Woofer |
| Frequency Response | 30 Hz – 28,000 Hz |
| Crossover Frequencies | 500 Hz, 2,500 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB (1W @ 1m) |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 – 8 Ohms |
| Power Handling | 25W Continuous Sine Wave / 50W Peak Music Power |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 360 mm × 610 mm × 270 mm (14.2" × 24.0" × 10.6") |
| Weight | 15.0 kg (33 lbs) per speaker |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom |
