In this review, we will be comparing DALI Spektor 6 and EVO4.4, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from DALI and Wharfedale. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of DALI Spektor 6 and Wharfedale EVO4.4 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the DALI Spektor 6 and Wharfedale EVO4.4 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:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the DALI Spektor 6 and Wharfedale EVO4.4 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
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that DALI Spektor 6 is a 2-way design whereas the EVO4.4 is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
Driver |
DALI Spektor 6 |
Wharfedale EVO4.4 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1.18x2.36-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 2-inch |
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
DALI Spektor 6 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Wood Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500Hz. On the other hand, the EVO4.4 features a 1.18x2.36" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter , a 2" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer .
Frequency Response
DALI Spektor 6 has a frequency range of 43-26k Hz whereas EVO4.4 has a frequency range of 44-22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 43Hz, the DALI Spektor 6 can go slightly deeper then the EVO4.4's min frequency of 44Hz.
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
DALI Spektor 6 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the EVO4.4 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. DALI Spektor 6 sensitivity is rated at 88.5 dB and the EVO4.4's is rated at 89 dB.
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.
DALI Spektor 6 can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas DALI Spektor 6 has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 50 watts less than the EVO4.4.
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
EVO4.4 features Post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. DALI Spektor 6 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
DALI Spektor 6 has a rear firing port whereas EVO4.4 has a bottom firing ports. Wharfedale EVO4.4's bottom-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to DALI Spektor 6 with its rear-firing port.
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 DALI Spektor 6's and Wharfedale EVO4.4's external dimensions. DALI Spektor 6 has external dimensions of 972.0 x 195.0 x 313.0mm ( 38.3 x 7.7 x 12.3inch) whereas Wharfedale EVO4.4 has external dimensions of 1060.0 x 250.0 x 36.0mm ( 41.7 x 9.8 x 1.4inch) .
DALI Spektor 6 is 55mm narrower and 88mm shorter than Wharfedale EVO4.4 but it is also 277mm deeper.
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 DALI Spektor 6 is approximately 610.4cm2 / 94.6inch2 and base area of the Wharfedale EVO4.4 is approximately 90.0cm2 / 14.0inch2. The DALI Spektor 6 requires 578% more surface area than the EVO4.4 which gives it a small disadvantage 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 DALI Spektor 6 weighs 13.80kg / 30.4lbs and the Wharfedale EVO4.4 weighs 25.60kg / 56.3lbs. This makes the EVO4.4 86% heavier than the DALI Spektor 6.
Here is a comparison of how DALI Spektor 6 and EVO4.4'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 DALI Spektor 6?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of DALI Spektor 6:
Floorstanding loudspeaker GrilleRubber Feet4 Spike-feetManual
What's in the Box of Wharfedale EVO4.4?
Here are the items that come with the EVO4.4:
Floorstanding loudspeaker Grille 4 Outrigger feet (pre-installed) 4 Spikes (pre-installed) 4 Isolation pucks 2 Jumper-bars (pre-installed) Pair of white cloth gloves User Manual
Low Frequency Response |
43 Hz
vs
44 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
High Frequency Response |
26k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Height |
972mm
vs
1060mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Max Input Power |
200 watts
vs
150 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
Base Surface Area |
90cm2 (250x36mm)
vs
610cm2 (195x313mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
General |
DALI Spektor 6 |
Wharfedale EVO4.4 |
Brand |
DALI |
Wharfedale |
Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
30-150 watts |
30-200 watts |
Sensitivity |
88.5 dB |
89 dB |
Impedance |
6 ohms |
8 ohms |
Impedance |
n/a |
4.3 ohms |
Frequency Response |
43-26k Hz |
44-22k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
Woofer Composition |
Wood Fiber |
Kevlar |
Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
1.18x2.36" |
Tweeter Type |
Soft-Dome |
AMT (Ribbon) |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
2" |
Crossover Frequency |
2500Hz |
n/a |
Firing Direction |
rear |
bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
972.0mm (38.3") |
1060.0mm (41.7") |
Width |
195.0mm (7.7") |
250.0mm (9.8") |
Depth |
313.0mm (12.3") |
36.0mm (1.4") |
Weight |
13.80kg (30.4lbs) |
25.60kg (56.3lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Wood-veneer |
Available Colors |
Black Ash, Walnut, White |
Walnut |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |