Overall verdict
“The 1961 Tower inherits all the hallmarks of Arendal Sound.”
“Listening to music is a truly joyous experience.”
“This second encounter with their speakers has impressed me.”
“If you prioritize quality over brand recognition, add Arendal Sound to your shortlist for your next speaker upgrade.”
Sound quality
“The sonic character of the 1961 Tower closely mirrors that of the previously auditioned 1723 Tower S THX.”
“Both share a solid and warm texture, rich information retrieval, clear and precise imaging, and the ability to convey dynamic nuances in music.”
“The 1961 Tower produced an open and expansive sound.”
“The sound was devoid of any harshness or aggression.”
“The orchestra unfolded across a wide stage with distinct layers.”
“The ensemble playing possessed weight.”
Dynamics
“The 1961 Tower’s dynamic capabilities were not only evident in the Tutti album but even more pronounced in this soundtrack.”
“The soundtrack’s dynamic range was impressive.”
“The layers and textures built upon each other, creating a magnificent sonic architecture.”
“Turn it up! Arendal welcomes you to crank the volume.”
“Upon hearing such potent and solid drum sounds, you’ll instinctively want to increase the volume.”
Bass performance
“The 1961 Tower demonstrated its low-frequency prowess.”
“The opening passages featuring acoustic bass instruments possessed tangible texture and physicality.”
“The bass was deep, warm, enveloping, and pervasive, filling the air.”
“Such bass performance from a compact floorstanding speaker is truly exceptional.”
“The 1961 Tower’s ability to reproduce the depth and weight of low-frequency strings far exceeded expectations for a speaker of this size.”
Imaging and soundstage
“The orchestra unfolded across a wide stage with distinct layers.”
“The delicate shimmer of the triangle was exceptionally clear and distinct.”
“Sigrid’s vocals were clear, well-defined, and rich in detail.”
“The opening sounds of children playing created a sense of space.”
“The father-son dialogue was incredibly vivid, like watching a movie.”
Midrange and vocals
“Michael’s vocals focused, clear, and richly detailed.”
“The strings displayed texture and density.”
“Arendal’s speakers’ solid and full-bodied nature rendered the strings particularly rich and lush.”
“The saxophone’s texture was simply exquisite.”
“Its ability to reproduce the texture of a saxophone is truly remarkable.”
Build quality and engineering
“Arendal Sound is not merely an assembler of off-the-shelf components; they are driven by a scientific approach, with every design choice grounded in reason.”
“The maximum thickness reaches a substantial 50mm.”
“A testament to the solid and robust build of Arendal Sound speakers.”
“Their packaging is truly exceptional.”
“Every step of the unboxing process revealed the manufacturer’s dedication.”
“Unboxing new Arendal speakers is genuinely a delightful experience.”
