Arendal Sound 1723 Bookshelf
Best compact bookshelf speaker for immersive home theater and music setups.
These bookshelf speakers bring cinema-grade precision into your living room with a waveguide-loaded design that nails sound dispersion. You sacrifice the deep bass extension of a floor-standing tower, but you gain a level of clarity and staging that makes them a formidable foundation for any serious home theater setup.
$1700.00
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Who it's for
- Listeners seeking precise sound imaging and reduced room interference
- Home theater enthusiasts demanding cinema-grade sound quality
- Audiophiles prioritizing structural durability and resonance-free performance
Who should skip it
- Owners of compact rooms with limited shelf or floor space
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking entry-level audio equipment
- Interior design lovers preferring furniture-style speaker aesthetics
Performance breakdown
Build Integrity
High-density fiberboard construction provides a remarkably inert and resonance-free cabinet.
Sound Dispersion
Waveguide-loaded tweeter ensures precise imaging and consistent coverage across the room.
Midrange Accuracy
Neutral tuning delivers lifelike vocals and natural instrument separation for critical listening.
THX Certification
Meets rigorous standards for cinematic output and effortless dynamic range.
Low-End Extension
Requires a dedicated subwoofer to achieve true full-range cinematic impact.
Amplification Demand
Low sensitivity requires a robust amplifier to reach its full potential.
Key Specs
Design
2-way
Dimensions (H/W/D)
38.5 x 24.5 x 32 cm (15.2 x 9.6 x 12.6 in)
Weight
14.5 kg (32 lbs)
Enclosure
Sealed
Recommended amplifier power
Up to 250W RMS @ 4ohm
Tweeter
28mm
Woofer Size
6.5 inches
Frequency response Sealed
65Hz-20kHz (-6dB)
Impedance
4-ohm nominal
Crossover frequency
1500Hz
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