*Thanks for watching! I was going to include some comparisons but the video got too long and I think I can do a better job in a dedicated comparison video, let me know what speakers in the 2-3k USD price range you would like me to compare the Arendal 1723 THX S monitors to!* Arendal 1723 THX S Monitor: arendalsound.com/store/product/1723-monitor-s-thx/?refer=iyagi Arendal Outlet to save money on B-Stock: arendalsound.com/store/outlet-items/?refer=iyagi Arendal 1723 1S Subwoofer: arendalsound.com/store/product/1723-subwoofer-1s/?refer=iyagi Arendal 1723 THX Tower: arendalsound.com/store/product/1723-tower-thx/?refer=iyagi video review: th-cam.com/video/7c22mfsEDgs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=HwZsON67A1YVeIEt Other Arendal Products: arendalsound.com/store/?refer=iyagi Amplifier Recommendations (⭐= better pairing) Galion TS A75 (⭐⭐⭐⭐): www.galion-audio.com/pages/ts-a75 video review: th-cam.com/video/-cUgWRojb30/w-d-xo.html Brunoco Terra Tube Integrated Amplifier (⭐⭐⭐⭐): 58787f.myshopify.com/products/terra-6l6pp-integrated?sca_ref=3824421.LMxVRnoykZ review video: th-cam.com/video/mfbaKqauXy8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=KLU8ehj8f4U-FznI Brunoco Music Bar Coverage: th-cam.com/video/Zu6logLyl8g/w-d-xo.html Orchard Audio Starkrimson (⭐⭐⭐⭐): orchardaudio.com/iyagi?nocache=1 review video: th-cam.com/video/mf9w6ihQ-1U/w-d-xo.html Adcom GFA-555ms (⭐⭐⭐⭐): adcom.com/product/gfa-555ms/ review video: coming soon Denafrips Thallo (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐): www.denafrips.com/product-page/denafrips-thallo-poweramp review video: th-cam.com/video/F7m_nRvE17k/w-d-xo.htmlsi=KsUec0yIc8ppp7hl AGD Audion Monoblocks (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐): agdproduction.com/product/audion/ review video: th-cam.com/video/26bLvCAklHk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=DFRzjSjjCh2fUMrZ Cayin Jazz 80 (⭐⭐⭐): en.cayin.cn/features/8/57/161/609.html review video: coming soon Other Gear Mentioned in this video: Eversolo DMP-A8 (USA): dreamediaav.com/products/eversolo-dmp-a8?ref=6 video review: th-cam.com/video/FaVAJCHXHdc/w-d-xo.html Aric Motherlode XL Tube Pre-amp: aricaudio.com/the-motherlode-xl/ video review: coming soon ANK Mentor Tube Pre-amp: ankaudiokits.com/product/pre-amp-l5-mentor/ video review: coming soon 0:00 BEST Speaker under $3000? 0:45 Re-visit to Arendal 1723 TOWER THX 1:36 BEST Arendal Speaker? 2:35 Arendal 1723 THX S Monitor Technical Review 10:49 Arendal 1723 THX S Monitor Sound Review 16:43 BEST Amplifier for Arendal Speakers Support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/jayiyagi follow on Instagram: instagram.com/jays_iyagi/ follow on Facebook: facebook.com/jayiyagiofficial Follow soundstage take 2 reviews: th-cam.com/play/PLPOzvlhtSqn5xdc__ftuSt4Rxy_wm5Af0.html Speaker stands: amzn.to/3ssRhI3 Better speaker stands: solidsteel.it/my-product/ss-7-vintage-hi-fi-speaker-stands/ acoustic panels I use: ua-acoustics.com/ acoustic curtain: amzn.to/31d1zAM BDI Cabinet I use: bit.ly/2OJRwQQ amzn.to/3chBuFZ other BDI Cabinets: bit.ly/3ctxXV1 amzn.to/30bsUCH my fav hifi tweaks: (Isoacoustics devices) amzn.to/3j5FGvM
Arendal is going to have new 1528 series. It could be very helpful if you compare it in the near future. Also, I know it is probably not a fair comparison, but would you choose the tower version over the smaller speakers version? Maybe this question is in general - towers vs speakers? In my opinion, towers are always better, because they go much lower with smaller woofers, which makes most of the bass more punchy and fast than adding a big subwoofer. But maybe speakers on stands is more safe if you have kids/pets, unless the grill is metal.
@@pavelmarchev1468 It's going to vary quite a bit depending on your situation on "which is better." There is no one fit all type of answer as with most things that have to do with audio. I explain in the video how this speaker may be even better for some people and give a few scenarios
Great review. I own the Arendal 1723 THX monitors. I experienced the same exact results for the front sound stage. I set my speakers on axis towards my main listening position and the center staging is perfect. I have my speakers for movies and music and they do both extremely well.
Awesome. That's what I am aiming for. What other speakers you used for surrounds and Atmos? Have you measured how loud your theater can play, and what's your room size? Thanks, I'm building a dedicated HT setup, and ascof now, I didn't find better speakers for the money.
Great review. Running Canton Speakers in 7.2.4. I have been looking at Arendal. Also where did you buy does nice tilting stands I see? There is no link to them.
Excellent review. I ordered the Arendal 1723 THX. They arrived slightly damaged from shipping, so I returned them. Now, I'm awaiting the arrival of the 1528 series. I can't afford the $9,500 price tag for the towers, but the monitors might be doable. Hopefully, you'll be able to review them soon
Great review, I like you new direction with adding more charts and explanations of sound attributes of the speaker (e.g. airiness). Helps a lot. Thanks!
Really great review with some helpful pairing and value options to consider. Always had an eye on these! Seem quite flexible with a wider selection of amps.
I have these speakers on order. Hope to have them in couple weeks time. You're not the first to audition and really like these speakers as I've been following several other reviewers rave about them and in a couple cases award them top 10/10 ratings. Since they like plenty of juice, I believe my Atoll IN300 amp will be up to the task and hopefully make them sing. Since I''m Canadian, the cost for me is like an additional $1k, but if this is going to be my end-game speaker, I was willing to throw more money at it. Here's hoping it was worth it. Psstt...don't tell the wife I spent that much money!
J love the review, love the measurements great job! Now we can all correlate what you say with the measurements. you just got yourself a new subscriber!
Now you chose to review the ‘S’ version of the Monitor, which has 2 6.5”mid-woofers as opposed to the regular 1723 Monitor which has 2 8” mid-woofers. Perhaps the regular Monitor would meet the Tower and the ‘S’ version half way as far as bass is concerned and negate the need for a sub with the ‘S’ version while retaining the ‘S’ version’s superior imaging?
You would think that but the Monitor is just slightly more emphasis in mid bass and treble. Not necessarily lower extension of the bass, both objectively and subjectively. That's probably why I said that I preferred the S monitor even compared to the more expensive/bigger Monitor.
@@Jayiyagi Just looking at both of them, the S is sealed whereas the regular monitor has 2 ports, giving you the option of leaving them open, or sealing one or both. So they are two different animals really.
Jay: I enjoy your channel. I got a Galion A20 from Thomas (I love it, BTW). I listen nearfield (1m) and low to moderate volume (50-80db but mostly around 65db). I asked Thomas about these 1723s and whether the A20 can drive them at the levels I listen, and he suggested asking you.
My favorite speakers were/are my Norman Labs Model 7. 12" woofer and 2 Philips soft dome tweeters with that 1500 crossover with big sound stage that i need.
Nother well done video brother....keep up the good work. Ive been thinking about tekton.enzo 2.7s. Doe you still feel tekton has a good sound......your videos on the lores were intriguing..
Thanks ! I think you are doing a great Job. Good to See someone Younger interested in Good Audio. I was Wondering If You Had any Expirience withe The Fink Team Kim Speaker. I cant get out to listen much of these good Systems. But That Kim Maybe an End Game speaker for Me. I heard it on TH-cam in a Few Videos and it Really Sounded Great, Jay Heard it a while Back and he was Floored. Thanks
In my bedroom 2.1 home theatre system, I’m using my old Nelson Pass designed Adcom 545II with my Magnepan LRS+ and it sounds terrific. I’m also using an Arendal sub. Any idea as to how the latest version of the 555 sounds in comparison to my old Adcom? Thanks for the great review, as always.
I would love to and I've given Artist Cloner the option to get their speakers reviewed on my channel. They were responsive at first but nothing concrete yet from them
There is a lot of dac choices but I loved the PS audio stellar gold dac with any of the tube pre amps I mentioned in this video. Eversolo DMP-A8 was also very nice considering the convenience
So this makes the runner up KLH Original Kendall as one of the best ever at under $2000!!? And it doesn’t sound like the Midrange is as good as the Kendall. And add the fact that youll need to spend at least 300 extra bucks in stands and its closer to 2500 bucks.
original klh kendalls are awesome. I personally like the 1723 thx s monitor better because it sounds less offensive at louder volumes and for the more punchy mid bass but definitely a little more low end extension with the Kendalls
Many of the direct to consumer companies have absolutely no original designs and are very boring looking. If im spending that kind of money im going for a company that has history and years of R&D under their belts.
*Thanks for watching! I was going to include some comparisons but the video got too long and I think I can do a better job in a dedicated comparison video, let me know what speakers in the 2-3k USD price range you would like me to compare the Arendal 1723 THX S monitors to!*
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0:45 Re-visit to Arendal 1723 TOWER THX
1:36 BEST Arendal Speaker?
2:35 Arendal 1723 THX S Monitor Technical Review
10:49 Arendal 1723 THX S Monitor Sound Review
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Arendal is going to have new 1528 series. It could be very helpful if you compare it in the near future.
Also, I know it is probably not a fair comparison, but would you choose the tower version over the smaller speakers version? Maybe this question is in general - towers vs speakers? In my opinion, towers are always better, because they go much lower with smaller woofers, which makes most of the bass more punchy and fast than adding a big subwoofer. But maybe speakers on stands is more safe if you have kids/pets, unless the grill is metal.
@@pavelmarchev1468 It's going to vary quite a bit depending on your situation on "which is better." There is no one fit all type of answer as with most things that have to do with audio. I explain in the video how this speaker may be even better for some people and give a few scenarios
In the comparison video, please compare to Tekton Perfect Set...
Buchard s400?
I would love to see a review/comparison to the PS audio FR5. Seems like no one has reviewed it yet. I am waiting to determine if I will buy it.
Next Home Theater I am going Arendal. Now thinking about my 2 channel system too........... Thx for the review.
I'm using focal for my HT. Going to either pick up the Concept 500 or R11 meta for the 2 channel/ fronts
Better buy them now, price goes up this month
I see what you did there! THX
Great review. I own the Arendal 1723 THX monitors. I experienced the same exact results for the front sound stage. I set my speakers on axis towards my main listening position and the center staging is perfect. I have my speakers for movies and music and they do both extremely well.
Awesome review. Your passion is contagious.
The best thing I heard from these was neutral sound punch and slap. They rock.
I have a full Arendal 7.3.6 theater and these monitors are my LCR. They are excellent!
That`s supernice, 7.1.2 so far for me. What amp setup do you use?
I have used them as LCR in a 9.2.6 system and them really slam and deliver great punch. Dialoge is awesome. Ran them all vertically.
Awesome. That's what I am aiming for. What other speakers you used for surrounds and Atmos? Have you measured how loud your theater can play, and what's your room size? Thanks, I'm building a dedicated HT setup, and ascof now, I didn't find better speakers for the money.
Great review. Running Canton Speakers in 7.2.4. I have been looking at Arendal. Also where did you buy does nice tilting stands I see? There is no link to them.
Excellent review. I ordered the Arendal 1723 THX. They arrived slightly damaged from shipping, so I returned them. Now, I'm awaiting the arrival of the 1528 series. I can't afford the $9,500 price tag for the towers, but the monitors might be doable. Hopefully, you'll be able to review them soon
Great review, I like you new direction with adding more charts and explanations of sound attributes of the speaker (e.g. airiness). Helps a lot. Thanks!
Really great review with some helpful pairing and value options to consider. Always had an eye on these! Seem quite flexible with a wider selection of amps.
Currently I have the 1723 tower S at home. Oh boy, they’re sooo good
I own a pair of 1723 Monitors and a 1723 sub 2s driven by a Sugden IA_4 Class A amplifier witha Marantz SACD30 as a front. They sound superb to me
I got the 1723 bookshelves. Im so impressed. For the money, i dont you can beeat them. I really mean that.
Great video! Can you give me advice on your favorite speakers that you can put close to the back wall? 🙌
I have these speakers on order. Hope to have them in couple weeks time. You're not the first to audition and really like these speakers as I've been following several other reviewers rave about them and in a couple cases award them top 10/10 ratings. Since they like plenty of juice, I believe my Atoll IN300 amp will be up to the task and hopefully make them sing. Since I''m Canadian, the cost for me is like an additional $1k, but if this is going to be my end-game speaker, I was willing to throw more money at it. Here's hoping it was worth it. Psstt...don't tell the wife I spent that much money!
Excited for you! Hope you like em as much as I did.
10:00.... They did have a matching stand .. but stopped offering it. It made it look like the towers with 2 less woofers.
J love the review, love the measurements great job! Now we can all correlate what you say with the measurements. you just got yourself a new subscriber!
Now you chose to review the ‘S’ version of the Monitor, which has 2 6.5”mid-woofers as opposed to the regular 1723 Monitor which has 2 8” mid-woofers. Perhaps the regular Monitor would meet the Tower and the ‘S’ version half way as far as bass is concerned and negate the need for a sub with the ‘S’ version while retaining the ‘S’ version’s superior imaging?
You would think that but the Monitor is just slightly more emphasis in mid bass and treble. Not necessarily lower extension of the bass, both objectively and subjectively. That's probably why I said that I preferred the S monitor even compared to the more expensive/bigger Monitor.
@@Jayiyagi Just looking at both of them, the S is sealed whereas the regular monitor has 2 ports, giving you the option of leaving them open, or sealing one or both. So they are two different animals really.
how do you compare them to Buchardt 400 MKII? Which would be better in listening to music for movies, and also overall?
Jay: I enjoy your channel. I got a Galion A20 from Thomas (I love it, BTW). I listen nearfield (1m) and low to moderate volume (50-80db but mostly around 65db). I asked Thomas about these 1723s and whether the A20 can drive them at the levels I listen, and he suggested asking you.
Yes. Just yes :)
My favorite speakers were/are my Norman Labs Model 7. 12" woofer and 2 Philips soft dome tweeters with that 1500 crossover with big sound stage that i need.
Love my 2s sub and my towers paired with Marantz Cinema 50 with preout to a XTZ EDGE A2-400 (going to buy one more)
very nice setup. i got the 1723 thx s bookshelves and the xtz a2-300. i am super happpy with that setup.
Nother well done video brother....keep up the good work.
Ive been thinking about tekton.enzo 2.7s.
Doe you still feel tekton has a good sound......your videos on the lores were intriguing..
Great rundown Jay!! Love the room as always. Cheers brother. ❤
Thanks ! I think you are doing a great Job. Good to See someone Younger interested in Good Audio. I was Wondering If You Had any Expirience withe The Fink Team Kim Speaker. I cant get out to listen much of these good Systems. But That Kim Maybe an End Game speaker for Me. I heard it on TH-cam in a Few Videos and it Really Sounded Great, Jay Heard it a while Back and he was Floored. Thanks
At $14,000 a pair, I hope I am floored by it like Jay. (I am assuming you are talking about the big Jay). I will look into it
Have you tested out ascend acoustics like the Sierra line?
Arendal HAD a stand and stopped selling it. They had a stand that made the monitor look like a tower. It was really nice
Hi, could you tell me what stand you were using in the video to support the monitors
it is the triangle anchor stands but unfortunately they no longer make it. I got mine long time ago
Looking for a good stand for the 1723 S monitors any recommendations? preferably 36 to 42 in tall
personally i would pick the Concept 50 floorstanding, just wider and cleaner mids-highs
How tall are the stands you placed the 1723S on?
In my bedroom 2.1 home theatre system, I’m using my old Nelson Pass designed Adcom 545II with my Magnepan LRS+ and it sounds terrific. I’m also using an Arendal sub.
Any idea as to how the latest version of the 555 sounds in comparison to my old Adcom?
Thanks for the great review, as always.
Why no one ever reviewed Wilson Benesh ?
Hello! Jay, how can I add another sub to my audio system
@Jayiyagi do you have trouble getting the volume loud enough when using the Eversolo A8 as a preamp to the Starkrimson Ultra or any other amp?
Will you test the ArtistCloner MEKANICA one day? Also a nice MTM Design!
I would love to and I've given Artist Cloner the option to get their speakers reviewed on my channel. They were responsive at first but nothing concrete yet from them
Which stands are featured in the video? They look different from the Monoprice and Solidsteel ones listed in the description.
These are triangle anchor stands and unfortunately they don’t make em anymore
awesome, thanks!
how is low level night listening?
great question. I found that these are one of the few speakers that do well at low listening and high volume listening
@@Jayiyagi thank you.
These vs KEF R3 Meta ? 2 channel Hi-Fi system. Anyone
Yeah, I'm curious about that
Emotiva airmotive speakers. XC2 as L&R speakers.
I assume they compete well with Buchardts except what quality crossover components are used in Arendals 🤔
Crossover components in Arendals are no slouch but more exotic parts can be found the the s400 mkii
What sort of DAC and or preamp would you recommend pairing with these?
There is a lot of dac choices but I loved the PS audio stellar gold dac with any of the tube pre amps I mentioned in this video. Eversolo DMP-A8 was also very nice considering the convenience
Do you have an interior designer?
I do not haha
@@Jayiyagi Your rooms always look very cool and inviting. You have excellent taste in decor. Keep up the good work!
Thanks!
How do they compare with Klipsch RP 600M II for listening to hard rock and heavy metal in a stereo set up?
I honestly don’t think there is a comparison there. I think the Arendals win
@@JayiyagiThank you.
Would you say this setup is dog safe? The speakers/stands.
probably not with the stand I was using
How does the sound signature of these compare to the KLH Model 5's?
Good question. Would love to answer that in a future video
hey Jay are you going to review Qualio IQ's?
I would love to!
This can only meant that new version is coming!
"subjectively and OBJECTIVELY, in MY view" 🙂
So this makes the runner up KLH Original Kendall as one of the best ever at under $2000!!? And it doesn’t sound like the Midrange is as good as the Kendall. And add the fact that youll need to spend at least 300 extra bucks in stands and its closer to 2500 bucks.
original klh kendalls are awesome. I personally like the 1723 thx s monitor better because it sounds less offensive at louder volumes and for the more punchy mid bass but definitely a little more low end extension with the Kendalls
Many of the direct to consumer companies have absolutely no original designs and are very boring looking. If im spending that kind of money im going for a company that has history and years of R&D under their belts.
Even cheap auidio man loves these so they gotta be worth a look/listen
That guy is a complete joke
@@Harrisongrey19😂
Erin has reviewed these with the bigger version.
For $2000 my money goes to the Polk r700 and you don't need a sub
You might lose definition, utility, flexibility. Depends on your use. Glad you found a speaker design that works for you though. Cheers👍
Totally agree, but do you have to make your videos sooooo long. Just get to the point you're becoming as boring as Darko😢