Royd Audio Loudspeakers

Ion Obelisk Amplifier

Arthur — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:07:01 +0000

Here is an amp worth checking out. Its the Ion System Obelisk 100 integrated amp. Highly regarded back in the ’90s and a favourite of Joe Akroyd. Apparently Joe used one for testing all the Royd’s he built. Its class A/B, with a single rail architecture, rated at 60W output. It was designed by Richard Hay, who started out at Radfords, then later went on to Nytech / Ion Systems and recently helped start Heed Audio in Hungry.

The sound is often likened to that of Naim and Exposure, and should not be dismissed. These amp’s rarely come up, especially this later, higher rated model.

ION OBELISK BRITISH CLASSIC AMPLIFIER

	£149.00 Seller Feedback: 330 (100%) End Time: February 1, 2012, 8:43 pm Location: london sw

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Technical data:
Audio output: 60 watts (8 ohms), 90 watts (4 ohms)
TDH (ref 1 kHz – 10 dB): <0.1%
S/N Ratio Line: 90 dBA
Line Output: 100 mV 47 k
Phono output: 3 mV 47 k
Tape output: 100 mV 47 k
Inputs: Phono, CD, Aux, Tuner, Tape 1, Tape 2
Outputs: Tape 1, Tape 2
Speaker Outputs: 2 x Mains, 2 x Auxiliary
Weight: 7.2 kg
Finish: Black

Dynatron Goldring deck, amp and Royd A14 speakers

Arthur — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:29:47 +0000

Here’s an interesting auction; A Dynatron Goldring G101 belt driven turntable with integrated 4-channel Quadrophonic amp and a pair of Royd A14 speakers. I’m struggling to find much information on this setup. However the Vinyl Engine site does list the G101 deck on its own, and describes it as an ‘elegant unit with the Goldring insistence on precision and quality, and is very economical.’ Either way, it could be worth a punt.

VINTAGE DYNATRON GOLDRING G101 4 CHANNEL/MONO/STEREO

	£39.10 Seller Feedback: 2258 (100%) End Time: December 25, 2011, 11:20 am Location: High Wycombe

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Royd Revelation Range RR1 Speakers

Arthur — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 10:17:48 +0000

These speakers are very rare and hardly ever hit the second hand market. However here is a pair, on ebay right now, go check them out and snap them up!

Royd RR1 *Revolution Range* Main speakers, Rosenut finish. A1 condition

	£0.99 Seller Feedback: 170 (100%) End Time: November 2, 2011, 9:39 pm Location: oldham, Greater Manchester

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Merlin & Sorcerer, Two Rare Standmounts For Sale

Arthur — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 14:46:25 +0000

If you’re looking for a Royd standmount speaker from high up the range, now is a great time. Two rare examples are currently for sale on ebay; the Merlin and Sorcerer, both great performing 7 ltr speakers.

Royd Merlin Speakers + Gale 3 foot stand

	£255.00 Sold Seller Feedback: 206 (96%) End Time: September 30, 2011, 8:55 pm Location: Uxbridge, Middlesex

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Royd Bookshelf Speakers The Sorcerer

	£365.00 Sold Seller Feedback: 34 (100%) End Time: October 3, 2011, 4:01 pm Location: London

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Recommended speaker cables for Royds

Arthur — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:53:31 +0000

I’ve added a page with information on what speakers cables work well with Royd speakers. Check out the page here: Recommended Speaker Cables

Royd Sapphire’s in Denmark

Arthur — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:24:26 +0000

Spotted this pair of Royd Sapphire’s on ebay in Denmark. The seller is offering worldwide postage, so definitely worth checking out.

Royd Sapphire Cult loudspeakers in beautifull condition

	£188.37 Sold Seller Feedback: 346 (95%) End Time: September 1, 2011, 6:48 pm Location: Kettinge, Denmark

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Added Topaz Review

Arthur — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:13:31 +0000

I’ve finally found a review of the Royd Topaz, from What Hi-Fi? April 1994. The Topaz was a budget 7 ltr stand mount speaker, that never gained a huge popularity, despite its respectable performance. Read the full review here.

Hi-Fi Hunter.com: Launch of Sister Site

Arthur — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 14:22:47 +0000

I have been busy over the last few months developing a new Hi-Fi website; www.HiFiHunter.com – Second Hand Search Engine. This new website aims to be a one stop shop search engine for hunting down second hand and ex-demo Hi-Fi and home cinema gear. It covers a multitude of classifieds sites, forums, ebay, and dealer websites.

Please pop by and check it out, it should be useful for finding Royd speakers across the second hand market.

New Royd Eden Review

Arthur — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:01:37 +0000

Just added a review of the Royd Eden’s from Hi-Fi Choice, January 1989. The Eden’s are a strange small speaker, that are incredible heavy and polarised the reviewer opinions. Check out the full review here.

Sintra Review

Arthur — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 16:54:28 +0000

Just added a review of the original Sintra, from Hi-Fi Choice, January 1991, which you can find here. The Sintra has always been one of Royd’s top end 7ltr stand mount models and has a strong reputation for being one of his best. Its rarity only compounds this.

It may not have escaped your notice, that the rare is currently on right now. Well worth checking out, as this models pops only once in a blue moon.