Tannoy Balmoral loudspeakers

Time Compensated Dual Concentric Loudspeaker System

Superb stereo sound has always been a feature of the Tannoy Dual Concentric Loudspeaker. Now the latest Time Compensated Dual Concentric System take another step closer to the real thing

The Balmoral uses our 305 (12') diameter Dual Concentric drive unit, where the high frequency compression driver is mounted behind the centre of the bass-cone.. Our new Time Compensated crossover uses unique sophisticated circuity to align the high and low frequency sound sources at one point on their common axis.

Precise stereo images are, therefore, created by the Balmoral, a phase coherent Loudspeaker System which eliminates time delay distortion irrespective of you listening position.

 

 

Tannoy Loudspeakers are designed as complete systems, and so we have devoted our research to the cabinet as well as to the electronics. The subtle proportions of the Balmoral are no stylist's whim. Research has dictated these dimensions as providing the best acoustic match for our 305 mm Dual Concentric. The shape has also enabled us to mount the drive unit higher, end an reduce the colouration produced when low frequencies interact with the floor.

We use high density particle board with lock-mitre construction for greater strength, and employ rigid cross-bracing and heavy bitumen damping to reduce spurious resonances.

Unlike some loudspeakers the Balmoral will not look out of place in your home. Our specially woven grille cloth and real walnut veneers have been designed to co-ordinate well with any decor. Removing the three piece grille reveals an original styling feature - a handmade cork finished baffle with gold trims.

We realize that the acoustic characteristics of your room can sometimes affect the sound quality. We have, therefore, provided two controls, an a panel showing accurate representations of their effects, to enable you to alter the high frequency response of the Balmoral to suit your environment.

 

Specifications

Peak Power Handling:  350 W

Impedance:  8 Ω  nominal

Sensitivity:  90 dB (anechoic); 93 dB (domestic)

Frequency Response:  30 Hz - 20,000 Hz ±3 dB

Phase Response:  100 Hz - 8 kHz  ±15°

Time Compensation:  better than ±15 µsec. 100 Hz - 8 kHz

Dispersion:  90° horizontal and vertical (including angle at -6 dB points at 10 kHz)

Crossover Type:  Passive low loss, time compensated type 1020

Crossover Frequency:  1,200 Hz

Crossover Controls:

Shelving :  ±6 dB over 1 kHz - 20 kHz

Slope :  +3 dB to -6 dB per octave 5 kHz - 20 kHz

Drive Type: 305 mm (12") diameter, Dual Concentric, high compliance type 3128

Distortion;

Less than 3,5% , 3rd harmonic at half power 100 Hz - 20 kHz

Less than 0,5% , 3rd harmonic for 85 dB 70 Hz - 20 kHz

Less than 1,5% , 3 rd harmonic for 100 dB 70 Hz - 20 kHz

Less than 5% , 3rd harmonic for 110 dB 150 Hz - 20 kHz

Bass Loading:  Single Ducted Port

Cabinet Construction:  18 mm high density particle board with rigid cross-bracing and bitumen damping

Finish :  Real walnut veneer, Baffle finished in hand laid cork

Grille :  3-piece detachable, Oatmeal cloth on wood frames

Cabinet Internal Volume:  125 litres

Dimensions H x W x D):  930 x 416 x 455 mm

Weight:  37 kg