Eclipse TD510

A 2.1 system of the very highest quality, and almost unbeatable in a number of respects.

Wonderful coherence with voices in particular ; Superior intelligibility even at very low listening levels ; Real sense of realism and tangibility

Tonal balance anomalies include a too-strong upper midband and lack of top end 'air' ; Can sound rather fierce if volume is turned up

Striking looking speakers are beautifully made. Sonically, a bit of a mixed bag: exceptional voice band coherence and superb stereo imaging must be set against tonal balance anomalies that include upper mid forwardness and some lack of 'air'

Exceptional in terms of speed, dynamics and stereo imaging ; great detail resolution ; superb build and finish qualities

Fussy in the extreme about positioning and partnering kit ; tonal balance isn’t particularly even

Eclipse walks a lonely path when it comes to speaker design, but the new TD510s are brilliant in many areas

Outstanding timing, cohesion and imagery ; Beautifully made ; Striking looks

Narrow performance envelope ; Demanding on partnering equipment

If you have any of the Fast and Furious Blu-rays sitting on your bookshelves, this sophisticated Eclipse set-up isn’t for you. In fact, if you’ve even heard of Fast and Furious, you’re not its target market. But if you prefer smokey thrillers like...