TANNOY KENSINGTON SE

Second-hand. In good conditions. Show very minor signs of wear as seen in the photos. Without original packaging.

The Tannoy Kensington strikes a perfect balance between tradition and innovation, blending the timeless appeal of classic design with modern acoustic technology and outstanding sound performance. This speaker is born from the desire to preserve the historic values of the brand while enhancing them with refined technical solutions, making it both easy to integrate into a home environment and exhilarating to listen to. At the heart of its design is the renowned 10-inch Dual Concentric driver with Alnico magnet and Tannoy’s signature “PepperPot” waveguide, all housed in a solid, fully reinforced mahogany cabinet crafted with exceptional structural integrity.

The Kensington delivers exceptional dynamics and a smooth, natural midrange, accurately reproducing every tonal nuance. The sound image is remarkably focused, with a wide and realistic soundstage made possible by the concentric driver configuration. Bass response is deep and tightly controlled, offering a coherent and immersive listening experience suitable for both delicate acoustic recordings and high-energy music.

Every component and cabinet is hand-assembled using traditional methods, with meticulous attention to detail that reflects Tannoy’s longstanding commitment to craftsmanship and high-fidelity sound. The result is a speaker that not only delivers faithful musical reproduction but also embodies the distinctive character and elegance of an era when design was an integral part of the listening experience. The Kensington stands out as one of the most successful modern reissues of a classic Tannoy model—refined in appearance, immersive in sound, and truly unique in its class.

Specifications:

• Recommended amplifier power: 20 – 250 Watts
• Continuous power handling: 125 Watts RMS
• Sensitivity: 93 dB (2.83 Volts @ 1 metre)
• Nominal impedance: 8 Ohms
• Frequency response: 29 Hz – 27 kHz (-6 dB)

Drivers:

• Dual Concentric™ high-frequency: 51 mm (2") aluminum alloy dome; Alnico magnet; PepperPot™ waveguide
• Dual Concentric™ low-frequency: 250 mm (10") treated paper pulp cone; HE twin roll fabric surround; 52 mm (2") round wire voice coil
• Dispersion: 90° conical

Crossover:

• Frequency: 1.1 kHz
• Type: Bi-wired, hand-wired passive; low loss, time-compensated 2nd-order LF; 2nd-order compensated HF
• Adjustment: ±3 dB shelving from 1 kHz to 22 kHz; +2 dB to -6 dB per octave from 5 kHz to 22 kHz slope

Construction:

• Cabinet type: Distributed port
• Internal volume: 105 litres
• Dimensions: 1100 x 406 x 338 mm (43.5 x 16 x 13.3")
• Weight: 37 kg (81.6 lbs)