I've got a pair of Tannoy Eaton's and love them. As stated - the Tannoy's are very unforgving of upstream components - even cables.
In the realm of digital - a good DAC/Streamer is a must otherwise the highs can be unforgiving. Proper set up can mitigate this (i.e not pointed directly at listening position).
I also prefer them with SS amps - I found tubes to leave something to be desired in terms of PRaT, tight bass and transient speed (typical tube drawbacks however they are amplified with a bigger Tannoy driver). Pass/FirstWatt gear has paired exceptionally well. Enjoyed NAD gear via my dealer as well.
In the realm of digital - a good DAC/Streamer is a must otherwise the highs can be unforgiving. Proper set up can mitigate this (i.e not pointed directly at listening position).
I also prefer them with SS amps - I found tubes to leave something to be desired in terms of PRaT, tight bass and transient speed (typical tube drawbacks however they are amplified with a bigger Tannoy driver). Pass/FirstWatt gear has paired exceptionally well. Enjoyed NAD gear via my dealer as well.