Not technically a Royd speaker, however the Rega Ela Mk1 was developed in conjunction with Royd Audio and shared the same drivers and similar transmission line cabinet design, to the Royd Apex. Later versions of the Rega Ela changed this design and opted for a Rega driver and cabinet changes. The Rega Ela 2000 came much later and was a wholly different speaker. Due to this strong connection with Royd, I’ve added a page specific to the Rega Ela, detailing the different versions, which you can find here.
A while ago, I uploaded an interesting review from the day, comparing the Rega Ela (Mk1) and the Royd Apex. Well worth a read, as it contains a lot of detail of their differences and unique tonal characteristics.
Author: Arthur Yarwood
Added Hi-Fi Choice Review of Royd Apex
Found a review of the Royd Apex in a Hi-Fi Choice, dating back to January 1990. Quite a positive review, almost made got a ‘Recommendation’, but missed it slightly due to price. Read it here.
Classic Ion Systems, Nytech, Roksan, Linn & Royd Setup
Just spotted this full system setup on ebay, which is a perfect example of the classic British flat earth sound of the late ’80s/early ’90s. Consisting of a Ion Systems amp, Linn CD player, Roksan turntable, Nytech tuner and Royd speakers. No details of the Royd model, but at first glance, they could be A7’s/A14/Conistons, maybe even Sintra’s. Could well make a bargain for a happy punter.
Edit: Item has been relisted as separate auctions. I’ve updated above links to the Royd Sorcerer auctions.
Added Abbot Hi-Fi Choice Review
Added a review of the Royd Abbot from Hi-Fi Choice, May 1993. The Abbot was intended to supersede Apex, however as you read this review, had some teething problems and wasn’t quite as well received as perhaps hoped.
New ‘Buy Royds’ Section
Since starting this website I have been inundated with requests regarding where you can buy Royd loudspeakers. Since Royd Audio Co Ltd is no longer in business and manufacturing speakers, this only leaves the second hand channels. As well as patience, knowing where to look can be key to this dilemma. As such I have created a new ‘Buy Royds’ section to the website, where you’ll find all the current Royd auctions on and links to the best classifieds websites around the web that often feature Royd speakers.
Added Review of Sapphire
I’ve added a review of the Royd Sapphire stand mount loudspeaker from Hi-Fi Choice 1991. This is the first version of mid range, rear ported stand mount.
Added Sintra Photos
Just added a bunch of Sintra photos. A couple of sets for the Sintra I (early and later variations) and the much later Sintra II.
Royd White Wedding
I recently spotting some particularly rare Royd Minstrels in a white finish. This is a factory finish which I suspect was a limited run. Not sure of the exact date or number that were made, but definitely rather special.
New Photos Added – A14L and Sorcerer SE
I’ve finally found a little time to go through my backlog of assets and uploaded some new photos. First up is the A14L. I know very little about this model, it seems there were a few variations of the A14 model throughout the eighties and start of nineties. It appears to the distinctive purple tweeter, which I’m guessing is the same as used on the early A7 models too, and was later replaced by the Audex tweeter on the A7 Mk2 (and probably the same on the A14 Mk2).
Next up is the much later Sorcerer SE. I believe this shares the same bass driver as the later Revelation Range and retailed for around £900 (still trying to find a source to back up this info). Either way, they are obviously quite different from the standard Sorcerer.
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