In this review, we will be comparing 702 S3 and Evoke 50, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Bowers Wilkins and Dynaudio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of B&W 702 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
B&W 702 S3 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" Tweeter
- 6" Midrange
- 3 x 6.5" Aerofoil Woofer
- 46-28k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:30-300watts
- Weight:33.46kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1138.0" x 7.6" x 15.4"( 1138.0 x 192.0 x 391.0mm )
Dynaudio Evoke 50 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1.1" Tweeter
- 5.5" Midrange
- 2 x 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
- 5.5" Midrange
- 35-23k Hz Frequency Response
- 87 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Power Range:up to 260watts
- Weight:26.90kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1166.0" x 12-1/16" x 14-3/4"( 1166.0 x 215.0 x 375.0mm )
What size room are the B&W 702 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
| Listening Environment* |
B&W 702 S3 |
Dynaudio Evoke 50 |
| Near-field |
Bad |
Bad |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Average |
Average |
| Large Room |
Good |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Average |
Average |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the B&W 702 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both 702 S3 and Evoke 50 are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
B&W 702 S3 |
Dynaudio Evoke 50 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 6-inch |
1 x 5.5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 7-inch
|
702 S3 features a 1" Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 3 x 6.5" Aerofoil Woofer . On the other hand, the Evoke 50 features a 1.1" Tweeter , a 5.5" Midrange and 2 x 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 430Hz and 3500Hz.
Frequency Response
702 S3 has a frequency range of 46-28k Hz whereas Evoke 50 has a frequency range of 35-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the Evoke 50 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the 702 S3's min frequency of 46Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
702 S3 is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Evoke 50 which has a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. Lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit especially when played at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Evoke 50 can provide this impedance level.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. 702 S3 sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Evoke 50's is rated at 87 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the B&W 702 S3 a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 50, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
702 S3 can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Evoke 50 has a max power handling value of 260 watts RMS, 40 watts less than the 702 S3.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
702 S3 features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Evoke 50 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
B&W 702 S3's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Dynaudio Evoke 50's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both 702 S3 and Evoke 50 have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare B&W 702 S3's and Dynaudio Evoke 50's external dimensions. B&W 702 S3 has external dimensions of 1138.0 x 192.0 x 391.0mm ( 44.8-inch x 7.6-inch x 15.4-inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 50 has external dimensions of 1166.0 x 215.0 x 375.0mm ( 45-7/8 x 12-1/16 x 14-3/4inch) .
B&W 702 S3 is 23mm narrower and 28mm shorter than Dynaudio Evoke 50 but it is also 16mm deeper.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of B&W 702 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 in scale.
Comparison image of B&W 702 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 Size and External Dimensions
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the B&W 702 S3 is approximately 750.7cm2 / 116.4inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 50 is approximately 806.3cm2 / 125.0inch2. The 702 S3 requires 7% less surface area than the Evoke 50 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The B&W 702 S3 weighs 33.46kg / 73.6lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 50 weighs 26.90kg / 59.2lbs. This makes the 702 S3 24% heavier than the Evoke 50.
Here is a comparison of how 702 S3 and Evoke 50's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of B&W 702 S3?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of 702 S3:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrillePlinth (base)2 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)Two-piece foam port plug4 Rubber feet4 Spike feet4 Lock-nuts4 Screws4 Washers4 Lock washersHex-keyManualBowers & Wilkins brochureWarranty Information
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 50?
Here are the items that come with the Evoke 50:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes4 Locking nuts8 Washers8 ScrewsFoam port plugHex-keyTweeter protection cover (pre-installed)Instructions for UseImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Card