I didn't know British speaker maker Castle, but its new 70s-inspired stereo speakers look really cool — and I'm intrigued by the unusual driver layout on one model
Hi-fi company British Castle has four new loudspeakers, all inspired by English fortifications.
British audio brand Castle has unveiled four new loudspeakers, Castle Tintagel and Castle Walmer, both designed to evoke the charm of the 1970s. The new models, named after British castles, are all made in the UK with a retro aesthetic that stands out. The entry-level Castle Tintagel range includes the Tintagel 1 and Tintagel 2, priced at £1,999 and £2,999 respectively, for pairs.
The Tintagel 1 is a two-way standmount speaker with a 130mm mid/bass driver and a 28mm silk dome treble, while the Tintagel 2 features twin 150mm fiber cone drivers for improved low-end response. The higher-end Castle Walmer line comprises the Walmer 1 and Walmer 2, priced at £2,499 and £4,999 for pairs. The Walmer 1 is a 2-way standmount speaker with a 130mm mid/bass driver and a 12x45mm high-frequency true ribbon unit, while the Walmer 2 is a 3-way floorstander featuring dual 150mm bass drivers and a 115mm midrange unit.
The unusual driver layout on the Walmer 2 sees one of the bass drivers positioned above the tweeter and mid/bass driver, with the other below them, creating a unique and detailed top-end sound.
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