Special 40's are more balanced across the range. Rubicons have a "chestiness" to their bass (that many people enjoy).
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I demoed Spektor 2, Oberon 3 and Opticon 2 MK2 at my home for a few days each. The Spektors are a step up from a soundbar but I would otherwise skip them if not seriously budget constrained.
Oberons were a big step up and had a lot off bass, too much to my taste. I only had the budget version Audyssey at that point, xt32 might have done wonders to the bass.
The Opticons were again a step up (smaller) with less bass but more refined sound overall. I remember it worked great with the usual hifi test track subjects eg. Diana Krall but the laid back experience just didn't do it for me with more casual material or movies. I finally went with Kef R5.
Still, I kept the Opticons because I think I could use them in another setup when I have more room available. I think they would work great for low(er) volume background listening for chilling with friends.
Oberons were a big step up and had a lot off bass, too much to my taste. I only had the budget version Audyssey at that point, xt32 might have done wonders to the bass.
The Opticons were again a step up (smaller) with less bass but more refined sound overall. I remember it worked great with the usual hifi test track subjects eg. Diana Krall but the laid back experience just didn't do it for me with more casual material or movies. I finally went with Kef R5.
Still, I kept the Opticons because I think I could use them in another setup when I have more room available. I think they would work great for low(er) volume background listening for chilling with friends.
doorofnight
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It might well be that if you use DSP/EQ for the low frequencies, let's say up to 80 or 100Hz ,that you keep the Dali sound and that they will sound better.
Ah, glad to hear that there will be a Kore LINE of speakers; I thought perhaps the big ones were just a one-off showcase speaker.
Very interesting article in the January issue of the absolute sound. A whole focus on DALI and their strategy going forward. Sounds overall like they intend to step up their game in widen their distribution. This could make them a more popular brand and get more coverage in my opinion. Great article that folks a lot on their manufacturing techniques and facilities, which are pretty impressive. Definitely worth reading if you’re interested in DALI.
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I am still waiting for measurements with actual proof about the "low distortion" woofers - compared to traditional woofers. Or some scientific points of view about this subject. Does anyone know more?
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Macfox
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See Stereo.de test (German) of the Rubicon 2. Look for 'Klirrfaktor' (distortion level). It's measured at 0.3% @ 63 Hz, which is an excellent result.
i-Fidelity has also done measurements of several Dali speakers with SMC, but focus on impedance, frequency response and cumulative spectral decay (using waterfall graphs). Especially the latter proved excellent. Frequency response was decent but nothing special in the low and high range. Off-axis response was a bit better.
There's also the Stereophile review with measurements of the Rubicon 8. Again, the frequently response is good but nothing special, with excellent results in the time domain.
i-Fidelity has also done measurements of several Dali speakers with SMC, but focus on impedance, frequency response and cumulative spectral decay (using waterfall graphs). Especially the latter proved excellent. Frequency response was decent but nothing special in the low and high range. Off-axis response was a bit better.
There's also the Stereophile review with measurements of the Rubicon 8. Again, the frequently response is good but nothing special, with excellent results in the time domain.
I am still waiting for measurements with actual proof about the "low distortion" woofers - compared to traditional woofers. Or some scientific points of view about this subject. Does anyone know more?
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Discover how DALI's patented Soft Magnetic Composite (SMC) reduces distortion and brings music to life with unparalleled clarity. Explore it now.
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doorofnight
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I am still waiting for measurements with actual proof about the "low distortion" woofers - compared to traditional woofers. Or some scientific points of view about this subject. Does anyone know mo
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Discover how DALI's patented Soft Magnetic Composite (SMC) reduces distortion and brings music to life with unparalleled clarity. Explore it now.
Thank you, i'll take a good look
I heard the Oberon 7 at an audio show when they first came out and everyone in my group was quite impressed, for their price. I've also heard Rubicon 6 at a dealer and, to me, that tweeter module sounds very good. The bass does sound pretty "articulate" to me.
What I do think hurts Dali a bit is the pricing of their Rubicon line. While the Oberon and Opticon do sound good, when you then listen to their Rubicon, it's a big step up and then you feel like, if I can't afford their Rubicon, I'll just hold off.
Macfox
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I've also added a Stereophile review with measurements of the Rubicon 8.Thank you, i'll take a good look
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No measures here, but the Spektor 2 are excelent speakers for my taste. Use them with a Sansui Alpha amplifier.
doorofnight
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Well, I've taken a look into it. But isn't 63Hz a bit too low for measuring distortion? I am not sure what this "implies" for higher fequencies and volume levels? Also, isn't THD more interesting? But not as important as a freq. response & waterfall?
doorofnight
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I wonder if the Epicon 8 could add someting in SQ compared to the E6 due to the dedicated midtone woofer and compartment? Any opinions on that?
I've tried the H800Mk2 in my (damped) room (with DSP) which is not that big (370 cm wide), and the whole soundstage stood to low. Literally. Voices "stood" like 50 cms above the floor.
I've tried the H800Mk2 in my (damped) room (with DSP) which is not that big (370 cm wide), and the whole soundstage stood to low. Literally. Voices "stood" like 50 cms above the floor.
Zensor 1:
DALI Zensor 1 loudspeaker Measurements
Sidebar 3: Measurements I used DRA Labs' MLSSA system and a calibrated DPA 4006 microphone to measure the DALI Zensor 1's frequency response in the farfield; and an Earthworks QTC-40, with its small, ¼" capsule, for the nearfield responses. (The small capsule doesn't interfere with the airflow.)
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Zensor 5 / 1:
DALI Zensor 5 Speaker System and Hsu Research VTF-1 MK2 Subwoofer Reviews Test Bench
Test Bench L/R Sensitivity: 87.5 dB from 500 Hz to 2 kHz Center Sensitivity: 88 dB from 500 Hz to 2 kHz Surround Sensitivity: 86 dB from 500 Hz to 2 kHz This graph shows the quasi-anechoic (employing close-miking of all woofers) frequency response of the Zensor 5 L/R (purple trace), HSU VTF-1...
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