Tannoy Mercury mx3 Floor-Standers in Dark Oak

Slim British-designed Tannoy Mercury mx3 floorstanders delivering lively, dynamic sound with improved bass and efficiency over the five-star-rated mx2 bookshelf model they are based on.

The mx3 is the floorstanding evolution of Tannoy’s highly-praised mx2 standmount, using a similar driver complement in a larger cabinet to provide deeper bass extension, greater efficiency, and a stronger sense of scale. The result is a speaker that retains the mx2’s musical, engaging character but adds more low-end authority and room-filling capability, making it an excellent choice for two-channel stereo listening or as the front pair in a home theater system. Finished in attractive dark oak, this pair presents very well, with only minor cosmetic signs of use.

Front-ported enclosures give the mx3 more flexible placement options than rear-ported designs, particularly closer to rear walls or in narrower rooms. Dual sets of 5-way binding posts allow for bi-wiring or bi-amping, offering an upgrade path for more advanced systems. Sensitivity of 89 dB and an 8 ohm nominal impedance make these towers relatively easy to drive with a wide range of integrated amplifiers and receivers, from modest vintage units to more modern solid-state designs. Their voicing emphasizes a balanced presentation: smooth highs, articulate mids, and tuneful bass that works well across genres from acoustic and jazz to rock and movie soundtracks.

Key Specifications:

Design: 2-way bass-reflex floorstanding loudspeaker

Drivers: 25 mm doped fabric dome tweeter (HF), 145 mm ceramic-coated paper cone woofer with rubber surround (LF)

Enclosure: Front-ported cabinet for flexible placement

Frequency response: 35 Hz – 20,000 Hz

Sensitivity: 89 dB

Nominal impedance: 8 ohms

Recommended power handling: Up to 120 watts

Terminals: Dual 5-way binding posts for bi-wiring or bi-amping

Finish: Dark Oak

Condition: Very good cosmetic condition, fully functional

Dimensions: (Height x Width x Depth) 850 x 185 x 246 mm (33.5 x 7.3 x 9.7 inches)

Weight: 10 kg (22 lbs) each

At 22 lbs per speaker, the mx3 offers enough cabinet volume and driver mass to produce convincing bass and dynamics while remaining easy to position and manage in real living rooms. The slim footprint and dark oak finish help these speakers integrate elegantly into a variety of décor styles without dominating the space.

These Tannoy mx3 floorstanders combine classic British loudspeaker tuning with an elegant, compact tower form, offering a rewarding upgrade over smaller bookshelf speakers in both bass depth and overall scale.

Backed by Radique Audio’s 90-day warranty and our perpetual trade-back policy, you can purchase with confidence; asking $395.