In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers by Dynaudio. Dynaudio Evoke 25C is a Center Channel speaker whereas the Evoke 30 is a Bookshelf speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Dynaudio Evoke 25C and Dynaudio Evoke 20 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Dynaudio Evoke 25C | Dynaudio Evoke 20 |
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| Brand | Dynaudio
Denmark · founded 1977 | Dynaudio
Denmark · founded 1977 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1.1" soft-dome | 1.1" |
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| Woofer | 2 x 5.5" Esotec+ MSP | 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
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| Frequency response | 50-23k Hz | 40-23k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 88 dB | 86 dB |
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| Impedance | 6 ohms | 6 ohms |
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| Power range | up to 200 watts | up to 180 watts |
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| Weight | 11.82kg / 26lbs | 9.90kg / 21.8lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 7-3/16" x 23-11/16" x 11-1/16"
183.0 x 602.0 x 281.0mm | 15" x 8.5" x 12.5"
380.0 x 215.0 x 317.0mm |
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Evoke 25C 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 25C 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 25C |
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.)
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both Evoke 25C and Evoke 30 are 2-way speakers.
Dynaudio Evoke 25CDynaudio Evoke 20
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
Dynaudio Evoke 25C |
Dynaudio Evoke 20 |
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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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1.1-inch
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1.1-inch
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Midrange
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- |
- |
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Woofer
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2 x 5.5-inch
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1 x 7-inch
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Evoke 25C features a 1.1" Cerotar coated silk soft-dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.5" Esotec+ MSP Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1200 and 2300Hz. 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 25C has a frequency range of 50-23k 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 25C's min frequency of 50Hz.
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
Evoke 25C and Evoke 30 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Evoke 25C sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Evoke 30's is at 86 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Dynaudio Evoke 25C a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 20, 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.
Evoke 25C can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS, whereas Evoke 30 has a max power handling value of 180 watts RMS, 20 watts less than the Evoke 25C.
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
Evoke 25C 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 25C's Binding post terminals
Dynaudio Evoke 20's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Evoke 25C 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
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 Dynaudio Evoke 25C's and Dynaudio Evoke 20's external dimensions. Dynaudio Evoke 25C has external dimensions of 183.0 x 602.0 x 281.0mm (7-3/16 x 23-11/16 x 11-1/16inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 20 has external dimensions of 380.0 x 215.0 x 317.0mm (15 x 8.5 x 12.1inch).
Dynaudio Evoke 25C is 197mm shorter and 36mm less deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 20 but it is also 387mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Dynaudio Evoke 25C and Dynaudio Evoke 20 in scale.
Comparison image of Dynaudio Evoke 25C 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 25C is approximately 1691.6cm2 / 262.2inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 20 is approximately 681.6cm2 / 105.6inch2. The Evoke 25C requires 148% more surface area than the Evoke 30 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 25C?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Evoke 25C:
- Center-channel loudspeaker
- Grille
- 2 Foam port plugs
- Tweeter protection cover (pre-installed)
- Instructions for Use
- Important Safety Instructions
- Warranty Card
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 20?
Here are the items that come with the Evoke 30: