Overall verdict
“Its warm, full, and expansive sound ensures it performs admirably across diverse musical genres.”
“Rich in detail, possessing excellent spatiality, robust and powerful, and dynamically responsive, it imbues music with a palpable sense of life.”
“Considering these strengths, coupled with its accessible price point, what reason is there not to recommend the Arendal Sound 1723 S THX?”
“This initial encounter with Arendal Sound loudspeakers has left a lasting impression.”
Sound quality
“The Arendal Sound 1723 S THX delivers a sound that is rich and warm, with clear imaging, abundant detail, and excellent liveliness.”
“These speakers are not demanding to drive.”
“They deliver satisfying dynamic performance.”
“The singer’s image is well-defined and three-dimensional.”
“The drums possess substantial weight yet remain tight and controlled.”
“The 1723 S THX projects a wide soundstage.”
“The center image remains solid, while the soundstage expands in width and depth.”
Live music and realism
“When the audience erupts in applause, it evokes a vivid sense of being present at the live event.”
“Indeed, the 1723 S THX’s sonic character is clean and clear.”
“It feels grounded, possessing an approachable, earthy quality.”
“One hears a sound that is both substantial and radiant.”
“Carrying a touch of warmth without any muddiness or heaviness.”
Imaging and soundstage
“In large-scale orchestral works, the 1723 S THX is capable of generating a vast soundstage.”
“Its ample detail retrieval ensures that both the grand scale and the subtle nuances are faithfully rendered.”
“The 1723 S THX exhibits excellent sonic density.”
“Its ability to delineate instrumental sections is evident in the precise placement of instruments.”
“Layered inner voices during tutti passages.”
“Enhanced transparency, finer detail, and more focused imaging.”
“It’s a recording brimming with brilliance.”
Dynamics
“Arendal Sound believes that ‘lifelike’ music reproduction hinges on dynamic fidelity.”
“Startlingly impactful macro-dynamics and nuanced micro-dynamics.”
“The 1723 S THX’s clear layering creates a beautiful sonic picture.”
“Even in this dynamically demanding work, it never sounds strained or compressed.”
“It produces a more effortless and open sound compared to similarly sized two or three-driver speakers.”
Bass performance
“The drums exhibit a palpable sense of heaviness.”
“My preferred configuration is with one port plugged, offering the most balanced bass quantity.”
“Striking a fine equilibrium between tightness and weight.”
“The sound is cleaner and more defined.”
“The texture and melodic lines of the organ and low strings with clarity and precision.”
“This level of low-frequency performance is exceptional within its price range.”
Engineering and design
“The waveguide also effectively manages distortion and directivity.”
“Demonstrating the waveguide’s effectiveness.”
“This demonstrates Arendal Sound’s thoughtful design philosophy and commitment to their principles.”
“A 10-year factory warranty speaks volumes about Arendal Sound’s exceptional confidence in their build quality.”
