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lschoonaert 02-08-2016 01:38 PM

Tannoy kensington GR versus canterburry GR
 
Hey guys,

What are the main differences (specs and sound) between those two models. I?m currently demoing the kensingtons and they sound fantastic (running all tube macintosh c1100 and mc2301's).

I'd be stretching the budget with the canterburry's, so just would love to have some feedback if they are worth almost double the price?

I'd love the boards opinions, so far you guys have been really helpful :)

Many thanks,
Luk

jdandy 02-08-2016 03:01 PM

Luk.......One of the most obvious differences besides the cabinet dimensions and price points is the Kensington Gold Reference's 10-inch dual concentric driver system versus the Canterbury Gold Reference's 15" dual-concentric driver. Although the woofer sizes are different between the two models, the horn loaded tweeter is identical for both, a 52 mm (2”) aluminum/magnesium alloy dome with round voice coil. Also, according to Tannoy's published specs the Canterbury is 3dB more sensitive at 96dB when compared to the Kensington's 93dB sensitivity. Obviously the MC2301 will be loafing while driving either speaker.

There is a difference in cabinet materials between the speakers. The Kensington GR is constructed of veneered particle board with a high density birch plywood baffle and rear panel. The Canterbury GR is constructed entirely of veneered high-density birch plywood and solid walnut trim. The Canterbury's front baffle is 1" thick to help support the larger woofer.

There is also a power handling difference between the Kensington GR and the Canterbury GR. The Kensington's continuous power handling is rated at 125 watt RMS with peak power handling of 500 watts, whereas the Canterbury's continuous power handling is rated at 150 watts RMS with peak power handling of 600 watts.

Both the Kensington GR ($9,500.00) and the Canterbury GR ($30,000.00) have received excellent reviews.


Tannoy Kensington GR
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Tannoy Canterbury GR





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lschoonaert 02-08-2016 04:30 PM

Hi Dan,
Thanks for the feedback man, i,forgot to,mention the room size i pretty huge - 16 feet by 50 feet something in those lines. With the speakers against the 50 feet wall.
Luk

Higgens 02-08-2016 04:56 PM

Luk: The Kensington GR is a fine speaker, however the Canterbury GR is at a whole new level. The 15" Tannoy driver has a magical sound quality about it. With twice the surface area of the 10" driver, the sound is effortless. Given the large size of your room, it's definitely worth considering the Canterbury GR. Hopefully, your dealer can accommodate.

audioguy3107 02-08-2016 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lschoonaert (Post 758733)
Hey guys,

What are the main differences (specs and sound) between those two models. I?m currently demoing the kensingtons and they sound fantastic (running all tube macintosh c1100 and mc2301's).

I'd be stretching the budget with the canterburry's, so just would love to have some feedback if they are worth almost double the price?

I'd love the boards opinions, so far you guys have been really helpful :)

Many thanks,
Luk

Luk - Hi Luk......I've spent some time listening to a pair of the Canturburys......they were very nice. Very lifelike and effortless sound, much like the sound of live music. Don't let the larger cabinets fool you, they disappeared allowing the music to extend much beyond. At the end of the audition, I have to say they probably sounded more like live music than just about any other speaker I've listened to.

- Buck

PHC1 02-08-2016 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lschoonaert (Post 758759)
Hi Dan,
Thanks for the feedback man, i,forgot to,mention the room size i pretty huge - 16 feet by 50 feet something in those lines. With the speakers against the 50 feet wall.
Luk

Luk, I've owned both the Kensington and the Canterbury speakers, the generation before these I believe. If your room is that big, go straight for the Canterbury and never look back. Canterbury has more dynamic contrast and bass slam down low, even more seductive midrange and bigger overall impact and scale. The Canterbury is just a more dramatic and emotional speaker to the already very impressive Kensington. The Canterbury can be tuned for bass response for most rooms (at least it had that option before) and also tuned for the high frequency response for just about anyone's taste and room conditions. :thumbsup: Wonderful speaker. :yes:

PHC1 02-08-2016 09:36 PM

My pair of Kensington's with Shindo.

[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sifFvsfWIok[/ame]

PHC1 02-08-2016 09:43 PM

Canterbury with Shindo.

[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODEFiHhzgFM[/ame]

lschoonaert 02-09-2016 02:12 PM

Oh man really aching to go canterbury...

NZ421291 02-09-2016 05:25 PM

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As a 1st Generation Canterbury owner- I auditioned the Kensington SE- but preferred the Canterbury's, the two 15" Drivers energised my room.

Still, the Kensington are mighty fine speakers & if I had a smaller room, would have been more than happy with them.

Also, look at the Tannoy Super tweeters (I'm in the process of writing a review to post here). A must have IMHO.

If budget is stretched, buy an earlier generation Canterbury. As stated, mine are 1st Generation- The Canterbury 15, then comes the Canterbury HE, then the SE, and finally the GR.

I've only listened to 2 of the Generations: my 1st Generation against the 3rd Generation SE- and the differences were nominal- Cabinetry is identical.

Yes, the SE was ever so slightly tighter & more dynamic than my 15, but not 'night & day'. The addition of the ST100 Super Tweeter seemed to bring my 1st Generation right up to SE standard.

I have be told by 2 people whose ears I trust (both are SE owners), that the GR, with has a very different cone material composition compared to the 3 earlier generations, is voiced differently- one friend preferred it, one didn't- so personal taste comes into this.

Me, if I had the budget, I would go for the new GR, but my wallet wasn't that deep, & I'm very happy with my 1st Generation Canterbury's which cost less than a fifth of the new GR's (including shipping from Japan plus Goods & Services Tax) and mine are in mint condition.


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