I've heard both. For me, the choice would be Tannoy Kensington hands down, on the basis that they are driven with a good quality valve amp. More body and punch, better bass, more dynamic, a bigger soundstage and more engaging to my ears for the type of music I like (rock, reggae, folk, acoustic guitar). I've listened to a lot of speakers in the last 12 months and the Kensingtons are seriously good in my opinion.