Tannoy

[moodybuilder]

Hi
I’ve got an offer from a friend many miles away to buy some tannoy ascot 145s but never heard them ive heard various hpd’s are they similar or would I be better looking for a pair of these also seen on eBay SRM12X how do they fit into the line up, basically want some tannoys but no idea what to go for all advice is very much appreciated
Regards phil

[Lawrence001]

The Ascots are at the bottom end of the DCs so it just depends whether you would prefer to dip your toe initially or go for a decent pair from the off. I think Ascots should be about £200 depending on condition although a recent discussion on the ebay bargains thread implied prices have risen of late.

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[struth]

Would wait for something better to appear personally.

[moodybuilder]

Thanks for the info/advice see a pair of glenairs on here but as there rear ported do they need space behind them also how do the srm12x compair

[walpurgis]

I've had loads of Tannoy dual concentrics. The Ascots are better than some might think, they certainly have the 'pepperpot' magic. They are actually quite similar tonally to the SRM 12, as they use the same mid/treble unit. I still own a pair by the way.

Like all Tannoys, they have been going up in value (asking price). £200 was what you might have paid three or four years ago, but now around £400 is likely to be realistic. Anybody asking more is a chancer though.

As ever, buying Tannoys is all about budget, but if you can locate Ascots at a sensible price, I'd say go for it.

[moodybuilder]

If I was looking for speakers as a keeper where would you suggest starting in the line up, I’m thinking Cheviots,

[walpurgis]

If I was looking for speakers as a keeper where would you suggest starting in the line up, I’m thinking Cheviots,

Depends on budget and how much space you have, some Tannoys are BIG!

Are you sure you even like the Tannoy sound? If you've not heard any, getting a listen would be sensible.

As an intro to Tannoys, the Ascots are fine by the way and a cheap pair well worth grabbing. They are punchy and full bodied with the proper Tannoy signature mid and top. They'd be easy to move on too, should the upgrade bug strike.

[moodybuilder]

Yes I’ve heard the Cheviots and the Stirling’s also the grey 8s forgot there name, loved them all,