Arendal Sound 1723 Height S
Best elevation speaker for immersive home theater enthusiasts.
This award-winning speaker is engineered to enhance home theater systems, particularly for immersive Atmos and elevation channel effects. It builds upon the technical excellence of its bookshelf counterpart but features an optimized angled baffle for seamless on-wall or on-ceiling mounting. Renowned for superior objective performance, it delivers precise imaging for an expansive soundstage and excellent directivity for straightforward EQ tuning. Constructed with a robust HDF enclosure, it requires an external subwoofer for full bass extension.
$1700.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
32
/ 10803
#32 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-2%
Below average
Design
2
/ -way
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking seamless, high-fidelity home theater integration
- Home theater enthusiasts needing versatile mounting and placement options
- Design-conscious buyers prioritizing premium build quality and acoustic stability
Who should skip it
- Apartment dwellers with limited space for bulky speaker systems
- Homeowners with vaulted ceilings or complex acoustic room treatments
- Budget-focused shoppers looking for entry-level height channel solutions
Performance breakdown
Atmos Precision
Angled baffle design delivers pinpoint accuracy for immersive height effects.
Build Integrity
Robust HDF enclosure minimizes resonance for a clean, distortion-free output.
Soundstage Imaging
Precise driver alignment creates a wide, cohesive sound field.
EQ Flexibility
Excellent directivity makes room correction and tuning a straightforward process.
Installation Versatility
Optimized mounting options allow for seamless integration on walls or ceilings.
Bass Extension
Requires a dedicated subwoofer to handle the lowest frequency demands.
Key Specs
Design
2-way
Driver Size
6.5" Woofer
Frequency Response
65Hz-20kHz (-6dB)
Impedance
4-ohm nominal
Sensitivity
84dB / 2.83V / 1m
Enclosure Material
High Density Fiberboard (HDF)
Dimensions (H/W/D)
36.2 x 24.5 x 28.2 cm (14.3 x 9.6 x 11.1 in)
Weight
11.2 kg (24.7 lbs)
Know before you buy
While it is physically possible, the speaker is specifically engineered with an angled baffle for wall or ceiling mounting to optimize Atmos and elevation effects. Using it as a standard bookshelf speaker may result in unconventional sound dispersion due to this angled design.
Yes, these speakers are designed for height and surround effects and have a frequency response starting at 65Hz. You will need an external subwoofer to handle the low-frequency bass extension for a complete home theater experience.
Absolutely. The 1723 Height S is specifically designed for Atmos and elevation channels, providing the precise imaging and controlled directivity required to create an immersive, overhead soundstage.
The speaker features a robust HDF enclosure designed for secure on-wall or on-ceiling mounting. Because of its weight of 24.7 pounds, ensure your mounting surface is structurally sound and that you use appropriate heavy-duty hardware to support the speaker safely.
These speakers have a 4-ohm nominal impedance and can handle up to 250W RMS. Most modern mid-to-high-range AV receivers can drive them effectively, but ensure your receiver is rated to handle 4-ohm loads to maintain optimal performance.
The 1723 Height S offers superior objective measurement performance and a seamless transition between the woofer and tweeter. This results in a more precise, controlled soundstage that is easier to calibrate with EQ compared to typical surround speakers.
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