In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers by DALI. DALI Spektor Vokal is a Center Channel speaker whereas the Spektor 1 is a Bookshelf speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of DALI Spektor Vokal and DALI Spektor 1 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | DALI Spektor Vokal | DALI Spektor 1 |
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| Brand | DALI
Denmark · founded 1983 | DALI
Denmark · founded 1983 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1" Soft-Dome | 0.8" Soft-Dome |
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| Woofer | 2 x 4.5" Wood Fiber | 4.5" Wood Fiber |
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| Frequency response | 66-26k Hz | 59-26k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 87 dB | 83 dB |
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| Impedance | 6 ohms | 6 ohms |
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| Power range | 40-120 watts | 40-100 watts |
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| Weight | 5.30kg / 11.7lbs | 2.60kg / 5.7lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 6" x 17.1" x 8"
152.0 x 435.0 x 204.0mm | 9.3" x 5.5" x 7.7"
237.0 x 140.0 x 195.0mm |
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Spektor Vokal and Spektor 1 are members of DALI's Spektor series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
DALI Spektor Series
History
What size room are the DALI Spektor Vokal and DALI Spektor 1 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* |
DALI Spektor Vokal |
DALI Spektor 1 |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Average |
| Small Room |
Average |
Good |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Average |
| Large Room |
Average |
Poor |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
Bad |
(* 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.)
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both Spektor Vokal and Spektor 1 are 2-way speakers.
DALI Spektor VokalDALI Spektor 1
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
DALI Spektor Vokal |
DALI Spektor 1 |
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Driver Setup
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2-way
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2-way
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Tweeter
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1-inch
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0.8-inch
|
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Midrange
|
- |
- |
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Woofer
|
2 x 4.5-inch
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1 x 4.5-inch
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Spektor Vokal features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 4.5" Wood Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2100Hz. On the other hand, the Spektor 1 features a 0.8" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4.5" Wood Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2100Hz.
Frequency Response
Spektor Vokal has a frequency range of 66-26k Hz whereas Spektor 1 has a frequency range of 59-26k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 59Hz, the Spektor 1 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Spektor Vokal's min frequency of 66Hz.
The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Center Channel class in our database.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Spektor Vokal and Spektor 1 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Spektor Vokal sensitivity is rated at 87 dB and the Spektor 1's is at 83 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the DALI Spektor Vokal a more sensitive speaker compared to DALI Spektor 1, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. Staying
within that range gives nominal performance; driving the speaker beyond its maximum wattage can damage it.
Spektor Vokal can handle a max power of 120 watts RMS, whereas Spektor 1 has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 20 watts less than the Spektor Vokal.
Note that higher power handling does not make a speaker louder: that depends mainly on
sensitivity and impedance. The calculator below shows how loud each of these actually plays
on a real amplifier.
Which plays louder on your amplifier?
Starting with a popular amplifier - change it to the one you own, or any you are
considering, and watch both numbers move.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Spektor Vokal features Binding post type posts and Spektor 1 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Spektor Vokal and Spektor 1 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
The size of a speaker can sometimes be 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 Vokal's and DALI Spektor 1's external dimensions. DALI Spektor Vokal has external dimensions of 152.0 x 435.0 x 204.0mm (6 x 17.1 x 8inch) whereas DALI Spektor 1 has external dimensions of 237.0 x 140.0 x 195.0mm (9.3 x 5.5 x 7.7inch).
DALI Spektor 1 is 295mm narrower and 9mm less deeper than DALI Spektor Vokal but it is also 85mm taller.
Size, drawn to scale
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.
One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.
DALI Spektor Vokal needs about 225% more floor or shelf area. DALI Spektor 1 is 85mm taller.
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 Vokal is approximately 887.4cm2 / 137.5inch2 and base area of the DALI Spektor 1 is approximately 273.0cm2 / 42.3inch2. The Spektor Vokal requires 225% more surface area than the Spektor 1 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of DALI Spektor Vokal?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Spektor Vokal:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- Rubber Feet
- Manual
What's in the Box of DALI Spektor 1?
Here are the items that come with the Spektor 1:
- 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
- Grille
- Rubber Feet
- Mounting Bracket
- Manual