"The Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor THX is a speaker that can become many things—perfect for home cinemas, HiFi listening, and even semi-professional recording studios."
build QUALITY
The build quality of these speakers is flawless. Yes, they are huge and heavy, but that is to be expected from speakers like these. The cabinet is made of high-density fiberboard and feels very premium. On the back of the unit, you’ll find two bass ports, which can be used open or closed. The needed foam inserts are of course supplied. The Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor THX features two pairs of Rhodium plated binding posts, which are bridged per standard.
Sound
One of the most impressive aspects of the 1723 Monitor THX is its bass performance. It reaches deep, with incredible precision and definition. Questioning the need for subwoofers in most scenarios. The bass is fast, tight and delivers impressive punch. They reach very deep into the sub-bass regions and do so with a lot of rumble and definition. There is excellent texture and resolution in each bass-note, which gives them superb precision. The Arendal delivers clean, precise and natural bass that has an excellent body and neutral weight.
On Snoop Dogg’s Vato the bass was tight and punchy, providing all the rumble and dynamic energy needed to anchor the track. The 1723 Monitor THX handled bass-heavy music exceptionally well, maintaining control and impact without ever becoming boomy or overwhelming.
On tracks like Madonna’s Hung Up the bass was agile, fast, and precise, keeping pace with the song’s rhythmic intensity while maintaining clarity. Similarly, Trentemøller’s Still on Fire showcased the 1723 Monitor’s dynamic bass capabilities, with deep, powerful low ends. Whether it’s electronic, rap, or rock, these speakers deliver consistently excellent bass performance. More…
Conclusion
The Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor THX bookshelf speakers are a highly capable set of speakers that excel in bass depth, vocal clarity, treble extension, and overall precision. They offer a very transparent sound that reveals the quality of the recording—good tracks sound incredible, while poorly mastered ones are laid bare in their flaws. Their dynamic range and agility make them suitable for a wide range of genres, from electronic to rock, and their ability to function as both Hi-Fi and home cinema speakers is impressive.
For those who prioritize precision, clarity, and deep bass, the 1723 Monitor THX bookshelf speakers offer incredible value.
The Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor THX is a speaker that can become many things. It is perfect for home cinemas and HiFi listening, but I can also picture it in semi-professional recording studios. The rumble, high resolution and vocal clarity are excellent for home cinemas in my opinion. They offer insanely good value for the money, and it is hard to ignore how impressive they sound.
“The build quality of these speakers is flawless.”
“The Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor THX bookshelf speakers are a remarkable pair that offer a highly dynamic and detailed sound signature.”
“They have all the rumble in the jungle and vocal clarity anyone could ever ask for.”
“The bass is fast, tight, and delivers impressive punch, reaching very deep into the sub-bass regions with excellent texture and resolution.”
“The midrange is transparent and highly detailed, excelling at clarity and precision.”
“The treble is well-extended, fast, and clear without ever becoming piercing or overly sharp.”
“For those who prioritize precision, clarity, and deep bass, the 1723 Monitor THX bookshelf speakers offer incredible value.”
“Their dynamic range and agility make them suitable for a wide range of genres, from electronic to rock.”
“They offer insanely good value for the money, and it is hard to ignore how impressive they sound.”
“The Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor THX is a speaker that can become many things—perfect for home cinemas, HiFi listening, and even semi-professional recording studios.”
“They are now listed on our Recommended Buy List!”
