In this review, we will be comparing Evoke 30 and Evoke 30, two Passive Bookshelf speakers by Dynaudio
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
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 )
Dynaudio Evoke 20 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1.1" Tweeter
- 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
- 40-23k Hz Frequency Response
- 86 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:up to 180watts
- Weight:9.90kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 380.0" x 8.5" x 12.1"( 380.0 x 215.0 x 343.0mm )
Evoke 30 and Evoke 30 are members of Dynaudio's Evoke series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Dynaudio Evoke Series
History
What size room are the Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 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* |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
Dynaudio Evoke 20 |
| 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 Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 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 Evoke 30 and Evoke 30 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
Dynaudio Evoke 20 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.1-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 5.5-inch
|
1 x 7-inch
|
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. On the other hand, the Evoke 30 features a 1.1" Cerotar with Hexis Tweeter and 1 x 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3200Hz.
Frequency Response
Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 47-23k Hz whereas Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 40-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 40Hz, the Evoke 30 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Evoke 30's min frequency of 47Hz.
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
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf 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
Evoke 30 and Evoke 30 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Evoke 30 sensitivity is rated at 84 dB and the Evoke 30's is at 86 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Dynaudio Evoke 20 a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 10, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf 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.
Evoke 30 can handle a max power of 180 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Evoke 30 has a max power handling value of 160 watts RMS , 20 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
Evoke 30 features Binding post type posts and Evoke 30 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Dynaudio Evoke 10's Binding post terminals
Dynaudio Evoke 20's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Evoke 30 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 Dynaudio Evoke 10's and Dynaudio Evoke 20's external dimensions. Dynaudio Evoke 10 has external dimensions of 315.0 x 180.0 x 266.0mm ( 12.4 x 7.1 x 10.5inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 20 has external dimensions of 380.0 x 215.0 x 343.0mm ( 15 x 8.5 x 12.1inch) .
Dynaudio Evoke 20 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 35mm wider, 65mm taller and 77mm deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 10.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 in scale.
Comparison image of Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 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 Dynaudio Evoke 10 is approximately 478.8cm2 / 74.2inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 20 is approximately 737.5cm2 / 114.3inch2. The Evoke 30 requires 35% less surface area than the Evoke 30 which gives it a small advantage 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 Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 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 Dynaudio Evoke 10 weighs 6.70kg / 14.7lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 20 weighs 9.90kg / 21.8lbs. This makes the Evoke 30 48% heavier than the Evoke 30.
Here is a comparison of how Evoke 30 and Evoke 30's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 10?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Evoke 30:
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 20?
Here are the items that come with the Evoke 30:
 Height |
315mm
vs
380mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
478cm2
vs
737cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
3500USD
vs
4798USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
180 watts
vs
160 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
86 dB
vs
84 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
7 inches
vs
5.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
40 Hz
vs
47 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
| General |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
Dynaudio Evoke 20 |
| Brand |
Dynaudio |
Dynaudio |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 160 watts |
up to 180 watts |
| Sensitivity |
84 dB |
86 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
47-23k Hz |
40-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
5.5" |
7" |
| Woofer Composition |
Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1.1" |
1.1" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
1400Hz |
3200Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
315.0mm (12.4") |
380.0mm (15") |
| Width |
180.0mm (7.1") |
215.0mm (8.5") |
| Depth |
266.0mm (10.5") |
343.0mm (13.5") |
| Weight |
6.70kg (14.7lbs) |
9.90kg (21.8lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood veneer |
MDF/Wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years (8 Years registered) |
5 Years (8 Years registered) |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years (8 Years registered) |
5 Years (8 Years registered) |