Recent Floorstanding Speaker Reviews

MartinLogan introduced their all new ElectroMotion Loudspeaker Series at CEDIA featuring their thin film transducer technologies—electrostatic and compact Folded Motion. Systems start at $1995/pair.

RBH Sound has unveiled their new SX Series of loudspeakers to replace their standard black Signature Series. 3 floorstanding models include SX-T2,SX-8300 and SX-6300 with Reference upgrades available.

Energy has released the new CF-50 4 driver 2 1/2 way floorstanding speaker system as part of their Connoisseur series. At only $800/pair these babies pack a lot of great technology.

Klipsch RF-7 II floorstanding speakers offer dual 10" woofers and an 8" horn loaded tweeter for super high efficiency and high output levels with earth shattering bass. A Klipsch lovers delight.

The Pinnacle BD 1000 Tower speaker system is a 3-way, 4 driver slimline design that offers impressive boom and sizzle. It will easily blend into any room décor satisfying aesthetic considerations.

The fact is that the new JBL Studio line has a great price point. With the top of the line 190BK's clocking in at just over $1000 a pair, these are definitely within the reach of the average consumer.

Klipsch has always done well with the Synergy series and the F-30s should be no different. If you like loud and dynamic, Klipsch should be right up your alley.

See how some of the biggest loudspeaker names (Klipsch, Axiom, JBL and EMP) compare in our blind and sighted floorstanding loudspeaker annual faceoff.

The Boston Acoustics RS 334 speakers pack a lot of sound in a very small package. If space is at a premium, this is a speaker you should take a hard look at.

The new EMP Tek E55Ti Tower Speakers have a D'Appolito array for the midrange/high end, a vented dedicated woofer section, and a new outrigger for stabilization - all for under $800.

Salk Sound is looking to redefine the under 4K price point with the Veracity HT2-TLs. Featuring high-end drivers, a large and inert cabinet, thunderous bass, ruler-flat response, and amazing imaging.

Klipsch's new affordable slim-line WF-34 floorstanding loudspeakers are designed to take up less floorspace while still delivering the dynamic and detailed sound they are known for.

The new Elemental Designs EL speakers (headed by the EL8.3t) represent a new direction for eD. With a higher price-point, top notch components, and solid construction, the price may be justified.

The RBH Sound Signature 8300-SE/R is a wonderfully lush set of loudspeakers that are precise and tight with substantial depth and clarity that is unrivaled regardless of price. Highly recommended.

The EMP Impression Series E5Ti speakers are the ones going for the incredibly low asking price of $400 a pair. There must be something wrong with them, right? Not based on our review.

With additional bass, a steadier speaker, upgraded front baffle, identical pricing, and a better all around aesthetic, the only thing you're missing from the original MC-6CTs is a Cherry veneer.

Adam Audio announced a revamp to their tower speaker - the Classic Mk3 Series is said to offer significant enhancements in sound reproduction along with a slim, elegant new look. Very impressive.

Atlantic Technology demonstrated their new H-PAS-1 tower featuring a -3dB point of 29Hz at 105dB SPL from just two 4 1/2" drivers. The demo proved the low extension was real and tactile.

The aesthetic quality of the new LS series of speakers can't be denied. The streak-ebony mahogany finish certainly catches the eye. There are lots of rounded edges and clean lines on these speakers …

The E5Ti's are some of the best looking speakers to come out of the EMP/RBH camp. We were stunned when we learned that the price of the E5Ti's would be $730 with an introductory price of $400.

The new Boston VS 344 floorstanding speakers are $1250 each and feature a much slimmer design from its bigger brother. Sporting five 4.5" drivers and a 1" tweeter, the Boston VS 344 only stands 44" …

For those of you that have read the $1500 - $2000 Floorstanding Speaker Shootout article, you've already heard of the Infinity Classia C336s. They do look great and they have very good bass …

Speaker shootouts are more fun in theory than in practice. The fact is that they are a lot of work. You need to convince a bunch of people to meet at a location, have them listen to a bunch of …

We're no strangers to Aperion Audio, having reviewed their products in one form or another since 2005. In each case we've found them to be an exceptional value with incredible build quality that …

DALI may not exactly be a household name in speakers - at least not in America - but they should be. The LEKTOR 8's would be right at home in a medium to large room and present a very easy load to …

I like reviewing budget gear because I know I'm reviewing something that is in the bulk of our reader's price range. Let me speak plainly - These are NOT $450/pair speakers as their price suggests. I …

Eggleston Works Andra III, a floor standing 3-way loudspeaker with compound loaded 12 inch woofers rated at -3db to 18 hz! The bass response of this system was tight, solid, and definitely …

I do not often find myself saying “this is an amazing speaker”, but this is an amazing speaker! The Maxxhorn uses a 5 inch driver to make low frequencies that such loudspeakers do not make without a …