Tannoy Cheviot HPD315A Speakers (Pair) Vintage – Restored – 1-Year Warranty

Tannoy Cheviot Vintage Speakers (Pair) – Restored – 1-Year Warranty 

Condition: Excellent – serviced, tested

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1. ABOUT

The Tannoy Cheviot is one of the most respected vintage speaker models from Tannoy’s legendary HPD series during the 1970s. Designed during the golden era of British hi-fi audio, the Cheviot became highly appreciated among audiophiles for its natural musical presentation, large soundstage, and the famous Tannoy Dual Concentric driver technology that helped establish Tannoy as one of the world’s most iconic loudspeaker manufacturers.

This classic vintage speaker system delivers the signature Tannoy listening experience that enthusiasts continue to pursue decades later - deep and controlled bass, warm natural vocals, smooth detailed highs, and highly coherent stereo imaging. The Tannoy Cheviot performs exceptionally well with jazz, vocals, classical music, acoustic recordings, and analog vinyl playback, making it a favorite among collectors of British vintage hi-fi systems.

Even today, properly restored Tannoy Cheviot speakers remain highly collectible due to their musical character, elegant walnut cabinet design, and compatibility with both tube amplifiers and high-quality vintage solid-state systems. More than just vintage speakers, the Tannoy Cheviot represents one of the most iconic British loudspeaker designs from the analog audio era.

⚠️ Important Note – Vintage Market Risks

When purchasing vintage speakers over 40 years old, actual condition is far more important than the model itself. Many Tannoy Cheviot units on the market may suffer from aging crossover components, oxidized controls, unstable drivers, deteriorated cabinet conditions, or inconsistent restoration quality.

At HQaudios, every Tannoy Cheviot pair undergoes a structured restoration and inspection process, including driver testing, crossover inspection, cabinet restoration, internal servicing, and extended sound testing to ensure stable performance while preserving the original Tannoy sound signature.

HQaudios – Restored & Tested Unit

At HQaudios, every vintage speaker undergoes a structured restoration and testing process to preserve the original Tannoy sound signature while improving long-term operational stability and reliability.

This Tannoy Cheviot pair has been:

• Fully inspected internally and externally
• Professionally cleaned and serviced
• Tested for stable stereo performance and tonal balance
• Carefully restored to maintain the original Tannoy listening character

HQaudios focuses not only on cosmetic presentation, but also on ensuring the speakers remain reliable for real-world daily listening and long-term ownership.

• CONDITION: Excellent – Serviced, tested, and cleaned
• NOTE: This speaker pair does not include stands
• MODEL: Tannoy Cheviot
• TYPE: Dual Concentric Loudspeaker System (Vintage High-Fidelity Design)
• PROTECTION PLAN: 1-Year Warranty Included
• FREE SUPPORT: Must be used before requesting return

Why This Listing

Unlike unverified vintage listings, this pair of Tannoy Cheviot speakers has been carefully restored and tested before sale.

This provides:

• More stable operation
• Better long-term reliability
• Reduced risk when purchasing vintage equipment
• Improved stereo balance and tonal consistency
• A cleaner and more collector-friendly presentation

Customer Service

Once your item arrives, if you have questions about operation or setup, please contact us anytime. We are here to support you before and after purchase.

Notes

- This item is designed for the U.S. market and operates on U.S. power standards. If you are located outside the United States, please contact us before purchasing so we can help confirm compatibility for your setup.

- The actual color and appearance of the product may slightly vary due to lighting conditions, camera settings, and display differences. Some angles may not fully reflect every detail of the item. Please review all descriptions carefully and feel free to message us for clarification.

**TRADE-IN PROGRAM

If you have any vintage audio equipment (receivers, speakers, cassette decks, reel-to-reel, etc.) and want to upgrade to a serviced unit, please contact us for the best offer. You only need to pay the difference between your item and ours.

2. SPECS:

• Type: 2 way, single driver loudspeaker system
• Frequency Response: 40Hz to 20kHz
• Power Handling: 60W
• Crossover Frequency: 1000Hz
• Impedance: 8Ω
• Sensitivity: 89dB
• Full Range: 1 x 12" HPD 315A
• Grille: brown, sand or blue cloth
• Finish: walnut, ash, teak
• Weight: 66.14 lbs 
• Year: 1976

3. KEY FEATURES

• Legendary British Tannoy HPD-series vintage loudspeaker design
• Dual Concentric driver delivers coherent and natural stereo imaging
• Warm and musical midrange ideal for vocals and acoustic recordings
• Deep controlled bass with smooth detailed high frequencies
• Excellent compatibility with tube amplifiers and analog hi-fi systems
• Elegant walnut cabinet styling highly collectible among audiophiles

4. REFURBISHED

Original condition issues

• Cabinets showed age-related cosmetic wear and faded exterior surfaces
• Speaker badges, labels, and cosmetic details showed signs of aging
• Cabinet surfaces accumulated dust and oxidation over long-term storage
• General aging from decades of vintage use and handling

HQaudios Restoration Process

• Cabinets professionally restored and cosmetically refreshed
• Speaker labels reproduced and restored for cleaner vintage presentation
• Cabinets fully cleaned and detailed inside and outside
• Speaker terminals and connection bridges cleaned and serviced
• Logos, badges, and identification plates cleaned and restored
• Internal driver systems inspected and tested for stable operation
• Full system reassembled and extensively sound-tested for stereo balance

Results after restoration

• Cabinets now present a cleaner and significantly more refined appearance
• Vintage cosmetic details appear sharper and more collector-friendly
• Bass response is deep, smooth, and well controlled
• Midrange presentation is warm, natural, and highly musical
• High frequencies sound smooth, detailed, and balanced
• Stereo imaging is stable with excellent tonal consistency
• Fully tested and confirmed stable for long-term daily listening by HQaudios

5. RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER MATCHING

The Tannoy Cheviot performs exceptionally well with:

• Luxman vintage amplifiers
• McIntosh tube amplifiers
• Leak Stereo tube amplifiers
• Marantz vintage receivers
• Sansui AU series integrated amplifiers

Proper amplifier matching allows the Tannoy Cheviot to fully deliver its classic British sound: natural, spacious, and highly musical. HQaudios is available to assist with system matching before purchase.

6. PACKAGING & SHIPPING

Secure Packaging:

• Each unit is carefully packed using:
• Nylon wrap and sealed inner carton
• Custom EPE foam corners to protect edges
• Double-wall outer box for shock resistance
• Plastic straps + handling labels to ensure safe transit

Shipping Details:

• Dispatch Time: Ships within 3 business days
• Carrier: UPS Ground (tracked & insured)
• Signature Required: Yes (as buyer's request)
• Transit Time: Typically 3–7 business days (USA)

International Shipping:We offer global delivery through the eBay International Shipping Program. eBay handles customs, duties, and tracking.

📦 Note: Packaging may vary slightly depending on unit size or model, but safety and protection are always our top priority.

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Return Policy:

Our Free Support service must be utilized before requesting any return, for any reason.

Items may be exchanged within 30 days if defective or not as described, with a full refund of the purchase price if an exchange is unavailable.

If due to seller error, we will issue a prepaid return label or arrange for reimbursement of return shipping expenses as per this policy, not exceeding the original shipping cost.

The address for returning shipment: 10851 Capital Ave, Garden Grove CA 92843

Returned items may require inspection before determining fault. The item must be received in its original, unaltered condition with all original packaging. Electronic items cannot be opened or tampered with; sealed items must remain sealed, and "Mint" items must remain in "Mint" condition.

No returns will be accepted without first contacting us for Free Support, troubleshooting, or evaluation.

Warranty policy:

The warranty covers technical parts for up to 12 months from the date of receipt, provided there is valid evidence and the item remains sealed, unaltered, and has not been disassembled or internally inspected/repaired. Please note that shipping costs for warranty service will be the seller's responsibility if the item is found to be defective.

⚠ Important Notice:

To ensure a smooth warranty process, we kindly request that you record a video while unboxing your package upon delivery. Any claims related to product damage or warranty service must be supported by clear video and photographic evidence. Please submit all required documentation to the official HQaudios email for prompt assistance.

***Failure to provide sufficient information as per our guidelines may result in the rejection of your request.

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