Tannoy M1000

Tannoy M1000 Super Red Monitor – Reference Studio Main Monitors

The "Iron Fist" of British Monitoring

Up for sale is a rare, excellent condition pair of Tannoy M1000 Super Red Monitors. Utilizing the massive 15-inch Dual Concentric driver, the M1000 provides a point-source imaging experience that is physically impossible for smaller speakers to replicate. Whether for a dedicated studio main-monitor setup or a world-class two-channel home system, the M1000 delivers "effortless" sound—deep, resonant bass combined with the absolute purity of a mid-range that defined 1980s and 90s production.

Condition & Provenance

• Technical Status: Fully operational. The 15" drivers and integrated Type 1009 crossovers perform to original specifications, offering the pinpoint phase coherence Tannoy is famous for.

• Cosmetic Condition: Excellent overall. The real wood veneer retains its rich luster.

• Note on Veneer: True to their history as heavy, floor-standing monitors, there is some minor chipping of the veneer along the bottom edges of both cabinets. This is purely cosmetic and typical for a speaker of this mass (140 lbs), generally invisible once positioned or placed on risers.

• History: Formerly the centerpiece of a Chicago-based National Advertising Agency boardroom, these speakers have been maintained in a professional, climate-controlled corporate environment, ensuring they have never been "abused" in a typical high-volume commercial studio.

Technical Highlights

• Driver System: 15-inch Dual Concentric Full Range System (3809).

• Cabinet Design: Massive 230-liter reinforced bass-reflex enclosure with quadruple front-firing ports.

• Room Tuning: Features the original front-mounted 3-dial adjustment panel, allowing you to fine-tune Treble Energy, Roll-off, and Presence to suit your specific room acoustics.

• Sensitivity: Highly efficient 94dB—while they can handle significant power, they are remarkably easy to drive even with high-quality tube amplification.

• Dimensions: Approximately 41" H x 29" W x 17" D.

Summary for the Audiophile

The M1000 is a "holy grail" for those seeking the Tannoy "Super Red" sound on a grand scale. They offer a "goosebump" level of realism, particularly with vocals and large-scale orchestral or cinematic pieces. Finding a pair with this level of corporate provenance and clean cosmetic history is a rare opportunity.