Recent Floorstanding Speaker Reviews

Review: The Fluance ES1 Tower loudspeaker system entices with crisp high frequency detail, ample output and an attractive footprint to boot.

The CM10 is the new flagship of Bowers & Wilkins CM line of speakers featuring an upgraded tweeter and midrange, more extension, a top-mounted tweeter, and more for only $1k extra than the CM9.

Sporting a quartet of woofers and a silk dome tweeter in a slim aluminum enclosure, the Fluance ES1 Floorstanding Speaker seems to deliver a lot for the dollar. Read on to see how we think it rates.

Our review of the Boston Acoustics A360 Floorstanding speakers prove them to be a capable performer. Good sound, good measurements, nice looks and at $800/pr, a good value.

Legacy Focus SE floorstanding speakers came in for review, we couldn't figure out what to focus on first: Build quality? Driver complement? Finish? Sound quality? So much to like about this speaker..

Review: SVS new top-of-the line Ultra Series Speakers reviewed here consist of 4 models. Each of the Ultra series speakers from towers to bookshelf share common traits in quality of design and parts.

Bryston has worked with Axiom to develop the Model T speaker system. From upgraded drivers to external crossovers, there are touches of Bryston everywhere on the Model Ts based on Axiom designs.

Review: The Pioneer SP-PK52FS floorstanding 5.1 speaker system ($549) is without peer in its price class. SP-FS52 tower speakers rock. These speakers employ solid engineering, great sound,and value.

Pi Speakers is one of those little guys with some pretty nice high sensitivity, high output speakers that show a lot of potential. They're worth a serious look (and a seriously 'retro' look at that).

THIEL showed up to CES 2013 with two new products, the CS2.7 (well, it’s kind of new) and CS1.7 (this one is brand new) loudspeakers.

Sony is solidly back in the US high-end speaker market with the release of their new ES speaker line and the continuation of their AR speaker line.

At CES 2013 Harman’s JBL announced it is broadening its top-of-the-line Project Everest loudspeaker range with the introduction of its DD65000 and DD67000 flagship ultrahigh-end floorstanding speakers

The new GoldenEar Triton Seven floorstanding loudspeaker debuted at CES 2013. Sporting dual 5 1/4" mids, 1 ribbon tweeter and dual 8" passive subs, this tower packs a lot of performance per dollar.

This is an Aperion Audio Intimus 4T System. Nothing new... in fact we've already reviewed this system. Except that this system is powered by Summit Wireless speaker technology.

The MartinLogan Theos sit at the top of their ESL line at $4,995/pr, but just below their Reference line. They throw a wide soundstage, provide a nice sized (if not huge) sweetspot & play plenty loud.

The Status Acoustics 8T floorstanding speaker system has set a reference standard.This speaker system transforms the way you listen to music and its the kind of speaker you will keep for life!

This review was an exciting ride. Before I tell you why, let me introduce you to the KEF R700 Foorstanding speakers. These speakers are in the R-Series and are the middle child in a three-way line-up.

At $4240/pair ($3540/pair pre-release price), Funk Audio is looking to impress with a combination tweeter/upper midrange planar driver and two 8" mid-bass woofers, and a 35Hz low point with the 8.2P.

We saw the red Steinway-Lingdorf Model D tower speakers (aptly named after the piano) and just had to stop. Full range dipoles, these $150,000/pair speakers make you want to play them.

Legacy Audio released the new Aeris loudspeaker with an MSRP starting at $15,900. The Aeris features an Air Motion tweeter, 8" midrange driver, 10" midbass driver, and dual 12" subwoofers.

we took at look at two products at once. These towers are from HTD's Level THREE series and the bookshelf speakers are Level TWOs.The Level 3 towers are only $799 a pair. The Level 2 - just $199

SVS new Ultra series loudspeakers designed to deliver stunning looks,unparalleled build quality and a world class audio experience. The Ultra series come in piano gloss black or real black oak veneer.

Some speaker companies almost everyone has heard of, Bose, JBL, and Yamaha are such companies. On the other side of the spectrum is Tekton, but they are carving out a reputation with the Pendragons.

The Paradigm Tribute floorstanding and Inspiration bookshelf 30th Anniversary speakers are truly collector editions. With numbered plaques and a limited run, once they are sold, there will be no more.

Review: If the Status Acoustics 8T speakers are anything, they're revealing and dynamic. They portray an endless dynamic range - and, like an Italian sports car, they know they can't be overdriven.

Thiel have a reputation for high quality speakers. Building on the CS3.7, the CS2.7 Floorstanding speaker looks to continue that tradition, but with a molded plywood enclosure that's simply beautiful.

The CM8 a fine-sounding speaker system and a worthy addition to B&W’s reputation for excellence. This product has been thought through from start to finish.

After hearing some Fluance offerings for ourselves, we can't help be be excited about their new SVHTB 5 speaker system. Sporting floorstanding speakers, we can't believe it only costs $630.