Tannoy Cheviot HPD 315A

Description

Tannoy Cheviot HPD 315A Dual Concentric Speakers (Pair) – Professionally Restored – Fully Tested – 1-Year Warranty Professionally Restored by HQaudios – Fully Tested – Backed by Our 1-Year Warranty. Up for sale is a beautiful matched pair of Tannoy Cheviot loudspeakers built around the legendary HPD 315A 12" Dual Concentric driver, professionally inspected, serviced, and tested by HQaudios. The Cheviot is a classic British monitor prized by audiophiles for its coherent, natural sound and the point-source imaging that only Tannoy’s Dual Concentric design can deliver. This pair is ideal for buyers who appreciate authentic vintage audio, a warm and lifelike presentation, exceptional cabinet craftsmanship, and the peace of mind of purchasing from a trusted restoration-focused seller. 1. Key Highlights Matched pair of authentic vintage Tannoy Cheviot loudspeakers Legendary HPD 315A 12" Dual Concentric driver (coaxial 12" woofer with horn-loaded HF in the center) Point-source imaging with a seamless, coherent soundstage Front-panel Roll-Off and Energy (Treble) controls for room tuning Handsome real wood-veneer cabinets with removable cloth grilles Professionally inspected and serviced by HQaudios Fully tested under real listening conditions Warm, natural, full-range vintage British sound Carefully packed for safe shipment Backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty 2. Sound Character The Tannoy Cheviot is loved for its coherence, precise imaging, and warm British sound. The Dual Concentric design places the high-frequency unit at the acoustic center of the 12" bass driver, so both frequencies arrive perfectly time-aligned. The result is exceptional phase coherence, clear and natural vocals, detailed instruments, and a wide, believable soundstage. Bass is deep and controlled, the midrange is open and lifelike, and the treble is smooth and refined. The front-panel Roll-Off and Energy controls let you fine-tune the highs to your room and taste. This pair excels with vocals, jazz, classical, acoustic, and full-range music. 3. HQaudios Restoration & Testing Process Each pair of Tannoy Cheviot speakers is inspected and serviced according to HQaudios’ technical standards, with the goal of preserving the original engineering and sound character that have made this model so highly respected. Before Restoration Before any work begins, both HPD 315A Dual Concentric drivers, the crossover networks, the Roll-Off and Energy level controls, the cabinets and veneer, the grilles, and the input terminals are carefully inspected to accurately assess the condition of each cabinet. During Restoration Based on the inspection, the drivers are tested for proper operation of both the low-frequency cone and the horn-loaded high-frequency section. The crossovers are inspected and tested, the level controls are cleaned and treated for smooth operation, the input terminals are cleaned, and the cabinets and grilles are cleaned and detailed while respecting the authentic vintage character. Impedance and sensitivity are matched between the two cabinets. After Restoration After service, the pair is tested with music under real listening conditions to verify coherent, balanced output from both speakers, then given a final quality check before shipment. Only after meeting HQaudios’ inspection and performance standards is the pair approved and prepared for its next owner. 4. Specifications Brand: Tannoy Model: Cheviot (HPD 315A) Type: Vintage Dual Concentric Loudspeakers (Pair) Driver: 1 x 12" (315 mm) HPD 315A Dual Concentric (coaxial 12" woofer + horn-loaded HF) System: 2-Way Dual Concentric Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 20 kHz Crossover Frequency: 1000 Hz Impedance: 8 Ohms Power Handling: 60 W Sensitivity: 89 dB Controls: Front-panel Roll-Off and Energy (Treble) adjustment Cabinet Finish: Wood veneer with cloth grille Dimensions (W×H×D): Approx. 17.56 × 33.31 × 10.24 in Weight: Approx. 66 lbs each Made In: United Kingdom Era: Circa 1976 Included: Pair of speakers only, unless otherwise clearly shown in the photos Note: Vintage specifications should be verified using the rear labels, original manual, or trusted factory documentation when available. 5. Suggested Pairing The Tannoy Cheviot pairs beautifully with warm, musical vintage or modern amplifiers and receivers. Proper system matching lets these speakers deliver the coherent, natural, full-range sound they are famous for. Warm Vintage Receiver: Marantz 2270 Speakers: Tannoy Cheviot Warm, balanced mids that complement Tannoy’s natural vocal reproduction. High Power Receiver: Pioneer SX-1250 Speakers: Tannoy Cheviot High power and dynamic drive, perfectly suited to the Cheviot’s full-range capabilities. High-End Integrated Integrated Amplifier: McIntosh MA252 Speakers: Tannoy Cheviot Crisp, clear sound with excellent detail for the full Tannoy experience. Japanese High-End System Integrated Amplifier: Luxman L-550AX Speakers: Tannoy Cheviot Smooth, rich sound ideal for the Cheviot’s refined low-end response. For the best result, we recommend a properly serviced amplifier with enough power and stable output to bring these speakers to life. 6. Basic Use Guide Place each speaker on a stable, level surface or proper stands. Use a clean, properly serviced amplifier with adequate power for these speakers. Connect speaker wire with correct polarity (+ / −) on both channels. Position the speakers with some distance from side and rear walls for the best imaging. Use the front-panel Roll-Off and Energy controls to fine-tune the highs to your room. 7. Trade-In Program Do you have vintage audio equipment you’d like to trade in? HQaudios welcomes trade-ins on receivers, amplifiers, speakers, cassette decks, reel-to-reel decks, turntables, and other classic audio components. Simply send us photos and basic information about your equipment. Our team will gladly review your items and discuss available trade-in options. 8. Build Your Vintage System Looking to build a complete vintage audio system? The Tannoy Cheviot pairs beautifully with professionally restored receivers, amplifiers, turntables, and cassette decks available from HQaudios. If you’re planning to purchase multiple components, ask us about available package pricing and complete system recommendations tailored to your listening preferences. 9. Shipping & Packaging We understand that vintage speakers require careful handling. This pair will be professionally packed with strong protection to help ensure safe delivery. High-density foam inserts with strong corrugated cartons Extra protection for cabinet corners, grilles, and driver areas Double-wall outer boxing with internal cushioning Tracking information provided after shipment Freight shipping may be used for heavy speakers 10. 1-Year HQaudios Warranty This item is backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty, covering proper electronic and functional operation under normal home use. Our goal is to provide a confident and comfortable buying experience. We are here to help. Warranty does not cover misuse, physical damage, unauthorized repair, damage caused by incorrect connection, improper amplifier matching, or shipping damage after delivery. 11. Important Note for Buyers Vintage audio equipment may show normal age-related cosmetic wear. We do our best to describe each item clearly and provide detailed photos so you can buy with confidence. We are happy to help you confirm whether this pair is the right match for your system. HQaudios – Vintage Audio Restored with Care. Professionally Restored • Fully Tested • Carefully Packed • 1-Year Warranty.

Condition notes

Excellent

year

1976