In this review, we will be comparing 705 S3 and Evoke 30, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Bowers Wilkins and Dynaudio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of B&W 705 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
B&W 705 S3 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Decoupled Carbon Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Continuum Woofer
- 50-28k Hz Frequency Response
- 88 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:30-120watts
- Weight:9.58kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 413.0" x 7.6" x 13.3"( 413.0 x 192.0 x 297.0mm )
Dynaudio Evoke 10 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1.1" Tweeter
- 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
- 47-23k Hz Frequency Response
- 84 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:up to 160watts
- Weight:6.70kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 315.0" x 7.1" x 10.5"( 315.0 x 180.0 x 266.0mm )
What size room are the B&W 705 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 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 705 S3 |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Average |
Average |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Average |
Average |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
Poor |
(* 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 705 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 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 705 S3 and Evoke 30 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
B&W 705 S3 |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 5.5-inch
|
705 S3 features a 1" Decoupled Carbon Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Continuum Woofer . On the other hand, the Evoke 30 features a 1.1" Cerotar with Hexis Tweeter and 1 x 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1400Hz.
Frequency Response
705 S3 has a frequency range of 50-28k Hz whereas Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 47-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 47Hz, the Evoke 30 can go slightly deeper then the 705 S3's min frequency of 50Hz.
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 Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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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
705 S3 is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Evoke 30 which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. 705 S3 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Evoke 30's is rated at 84 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the B&W 705 S3 a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 10, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
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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.
705 S3 can handle a max power of 160 watts RMS from the amp the whereas 705 S3 has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS , 40 watts less than the Evoke 30.
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
705 S3 features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Evoke 30 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
B&W 705 S3's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Dynaudio Evoke 10's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both 705 S3 and Evoke 30 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 705 S3's and Dynaudio Evoke 10's external dimensions. B&W 705 S3 has external dimensions of 413.0 x 192.0 x 297.0mm ( 16.3-inch x 7.6-inch x 13.3-inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 10 has external dimensions of 315.0 x 180.0 x 266.0mm ( 12.4 x 7.1 x 10.5inch) .
B&W 705 S3 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 12mm wider, 98mm taller and 31mm deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 10.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of B&W 705 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 in scale.
Comparison image of B&W 705 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 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 705 S3 is approximately 570.2cm2 / 88.4inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 10 is approximately 478.8cm2 / 74.2inch2. The 705 S3 requires 19% more surface area than the Evoke 30 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:
Size Comparison image of B&W 705 S3 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 on a Media Console
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 705 S3 weighs 9.58kg / 21.1lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 10 weighs 6.70kg / 14.7lbs. This makes the 705 S3 43% heavier than the Evoke 30.
Here is a comparison of how 705 S3 and Evoke 30's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of B&W 705 S3?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of 705 S3:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grilles2 Two-piece foam port plugs8 Self-adhesive rubber feet4 Jumper-straps Manual Bowers & Wilkins brochureWarranty Information
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 10?
Here are the items that come with the Evoke 30: