Opinions Needed: Hales vs. Tannoy


I currently have Hales Revelation 3 in my two channel system.  They are powered by a Krell KAV 400xi integrated amplifier.  

My question is whether a switch from the Hales to a pair of Tannoy D700 would be an upgrade or just a lateral move.  I’m looking for more authoritative bass.  My complete current rig is listed in my virtual system.  TIA
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I heard Hales some 15 years ago in a Hi-End shop in Boca. They did not sound at all analytical to me

I own Emerald Physics 3.4s 2 way,  which has 12"  concentric drivers with 1" polyester tweeters; ~97 dB very easy to drive and amazing imaging along with deep and wide sound stage
Russ69 wrote

“I didn’t see a picture that included your room and speaker/sub setup. The Elac sub can’t be adding much if you are looking for more bass.”

Thanks for the reply. Just looking to simplify/eliminate pieces from my system.  If I could add more slam from a pair of mains and ditch the subs I’d like to do it.


For god’s sake, if you sell your Hales Revelation-3’s I’m your buyer! The only speaker purchase I ever walked away from that I regretted. Just let me know if you go crazy and want to sell them.
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The Hales will remain in my possession in my collection of classic equipment lol