Tannoy cheviot vs Arden what should I expect from each?

My speakers now are custom 12" HPDs from 1975 Cheviots, in 150 liter bass-reflex enclosures that are 1 7/8" MDF and weigh 192 lbs. each.

These speakers provide superb performance in my large room, with very adequate bass response in my 16' X 34' with cathedral ceilings room. I write this to let you know what the 12" drivers can do.

So, don't give up on the 12" Dual Concentrics. Maybe try to find a used set of 12" Prestige Line speakers, they could make you very happy..

I hear the new Cheviots are good sounding, but in a better cabinet situation, they may provide you with the bass response you are looking for.

Best regards,
Dan.. 




















































 

Thanks everyone for your input, ultimately I will go to Upscale and audition both speakers, I just wanted to hear what current or past ears have heard and opinions, I will add my input when I have auditioned both pairs

@rbtstock , I'd be interested in hearing your impressions once you've had a chance to demo both.

I will post once I have auditioned both speakers

I’ve got the Berkeley’s, which are said to be the same as the Arden’s but in smaller boxes.

I’ve read a few articles and user reviews that the Arden cabinet is better suited to the HPD385 15 inch dual concentric drivers which both of these classic Tannoys share.

If they are, they should be fabulous.

The Arden’s are also said to go down some 5Hz lower in the bass.

The only things to watch out for are siting (mid-bass boom), and the occasional raucous treble some users have reported.