Sound qualityOnce up and running, the Concept 40s stick with the family sound.
Tonally, that means a smooth and refined presentation that trades outright excitement for ease of listening.
When it comes to energy, the
Tannoy Revolution DC6T SEs offer more excitement and greater precision, but the Concept 40s rarey seem lacking.
They could be accused of being a little polite, but it would be a mistake to assume they're too laid back. It’s the kind of presentation we could listen to for hours on end.
There’s enough dynamic punch to keep us entertained. There’s a pleasing degree of agility here, plus the kind of low-end punch that will have your neighbours banging on the walls if you push it.
Listen to Nick Cave’s
Babe, I’m On Fire and its unbounded energy is communicated superbly.
Detail is good – helped by that well behaved cabinet – and there’s consistency to the way these speakers deliver all parts of the frequency spectrum.
Switch to Tchaikovsky’s
1812 Overture and the Qs take it in their stride. There’s plenty of scale and authority. Orchestral crescendos are delivered with enthusiasm, and there’s attack when required.