Short answer: the Perlisten A4t on measured sound quality, the Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX on price. The Perlisten A4t ranks #79 of 226 floorstanding speakers, rated 4.3/5, at $6,990. The Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX ranks #106, rated 4.2/5, at $3,400, $3,590 cheaper.
The case for the Perlisten A4t: A larger A series tower with three 215mm carbon woofers. Watch for: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers.
Why pick the Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX: The smaller tower of the THX certified 1723 S line, pairing the 28mm waveguide tweeter with four 6.5” woofers. The tradeoff: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured 1723 S models.
Buy the Perlisten A4t when sound quality outweighs the price for you, and the Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX when the price outweighs sound quality instead.
About the ratings: neither speaker has been measured yet, so both ratings are estimated from measured siblings and predecessors (likely ranges: Perlisten A4t 4.0 to 4.6; Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX 3.9 to 4.4). Treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Perlisten A4t | Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $6,990 per pair | $3,400 per pair |
| Ranked | #79 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers Estimated | #106 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers Estimated |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 28Hz (manufacturer specified) | 29Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Drivers | 1x 35mm composite Teteron dome tweeter, 3x 215mm carbon fiber woofers | 28mm tweeter, 4 x 6.5” woofers |
| Sensitivity | 88.6dB (manufacturer specified) | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz - 27kHz (-6dB, manufacturer specified) | 34Hz - 20kHz -6dB anechoic (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 50.6”H x 11”W x 17.7”D (1285 x 280 x 450 mm) | 38.6”H x 9.6”W x 12.6”D (980 x 245 x 320 mm) |
| Enclosure | 2.5-way bass reflex | - |
| Amplifier Power | 50 - 350W recommended | - |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 40Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | - | 100Hz, 1.5kHz |
| Woofer Cabinet | - | ported (port plugs included) |
| Weight | - | 69 lbs (31.3 kg) each |
| DIY Kit | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Perlisten A4t: $6,990 per pair Estimated Perlisten eBay
Same family: the Perlisten A3m (bookshelf, rated 4.2/5), the Perlisten A3t (smaller floorstanding, ranked lower, estimated 4.2/5) and the Perlisten A2s (surround, estimated 4/5).
Pros: A larger A series tower with three 215mm carbon woofers. Hi-Fi News measured about 90dB sensitivity, a 0.4dB pair match and an output within about ±2.3dB from 1kHz to 20kHz, rating it Outstanding.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers. It is a large tower that suits medium to large rooms.
Full Perlisten A4t review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2025 (1 year ago) |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 50 - 350W recommended |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 28Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 50.6”H x 11”W x 17.7”D (1285 x 280 x 450 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 35mm composite Teteron dome tweeter, 3x 215mm carbon fiber woofers |
| Enclosure | 2.5-way bass reflex |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz - 27kHz (-6dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 88.6dB (manufacturer specified) |
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Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX: $3,400 per pair Estimated Arendal Sound eBay
Same family: the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX (smallest bookshelf, rated 4.2/5), the Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor S THX (bookshelf, rated 4.1/5), the Arendal Sound 1723 Monitor THX (largest bookshelf, rated 4.2/5), the Arendal Sound 1723 Tower THX (larger floorstanding, ranked higher, estimated 4.3/5), the Arendal Sound 1723 Center S THX (smaller center, estimated 3.7/5) and the Arendal Sound 1723 Center THX (larger center, estimated 3.8/5).
Pros: The smaller tower of the THX certified 1723 S line, pairing the 28mm waveguide tweeter with four 6.5” woofers. The measured 1723 Monitor S THX and Bookshelf S THX scored 5.07 and 4.89 on the Spinorama preference score. Arendal rates it to 34Hz (-6dB) with 89dB sensitivity, and the ports can be plugged for use with subwoofers.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured 1723 S models. It is a 4 ohm load.
Full Arendal Sound 1723 Tower S THX review and specifications →
| Released | Dec 2017 (8 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 29Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 40Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | 100Hz, 1.5kHz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 38.6”H x 9.6”W x 12.6”D (980 x 245 x 320 mm) |
| Drivers | 28mm tweeter, 4 x 6.5” woofers |
| Frequency Response | 34Hz - 20kHz -6dB anechoic (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 69 lbs (31.3 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported (port plugs included) |
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