In this review, we will be comparing Evoke 30 and Evoke 50, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Dynaudio Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Dynaudio Evoke 30 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Evoke 30 and Evoke 50 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 30 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 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 Dynaudio Evoke 30 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 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 Evoke 30 is a 2-way design whereas the Evoke 50 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 |
Dynaudio Evoke 30 |
Dynaudio Evoke 50 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.1-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 5.5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 5.5-inch
|
2 x 7-inch
|
Evoke 30 features a 1.1" Tweeter and 2 x 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1200Hz and 2300Hz. On the other hand, the Evoke 50 features a 1.1" Tweeter , a 5.5" Midrange and 2 x 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 430Hz and 3500Hz.
Frequency Response
Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 40-23k Hz whereas Evoke 50 has a frequency range of 35-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the Evoke 50 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Evoke 30's min frequency of 40Hz.
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
Evoke 30 and Evoke 50 have the same Impedance of 4 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Evoke 30 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Evoke 50's is at 87 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Dynaudio Evoke 30 a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 50, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
One thing to keep in mind that the lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit comared to higher impedance speakers especially at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Evoke 30 and the Evoke 30 can provide this impedance level.
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.
Evoke 30 can handle a max power of 260 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Evoke 30 has a max power handling value of 200 watts RMS , 60 watts less than the Evoke 50.
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 50 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Dynaudio Evoke 30's Binding post terminals
Dynaudio Evoke 50's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Evoke 30 and Evoke 50 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 30's and Dynaudio Evoke 50's external dimensions. Dynaudio Evoke 30 has external dimensions of 928.0 x 180.0 x 343.0mm ( 36-1/2 x 10-5/8 x 13-1/2inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 50 has external dimensions of 1166.0 x 215.0 x 375.0mm ( 45-7/8 x 12-1/16 x 14-3/4inch) .
Dynaudio Evoke 50 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 35mm wider, 238mm taller and 32mm deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 30.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Dynaudio Evoke 30 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 in scale.
Comparison image of Dynaudio Evoke 30 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 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 30 is approximately 617.4cm2 / 95.7inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 50 is approximately 806.3cm2 / 125.0inch2. The Evoke 30 requires 23% less surface area than the Evoke 50 which gives it a small advantage 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 Dynaudio Evoke 30 weighs 15.50kg / 34.1lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 50 weighs 26.90kg / 59.2lbs. This makes the Evoke 50 74% heavier than the Evoke 30.
Here is a comparison of how Evoke 30 and Evoke 50'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 Dynaudio Evoke 30?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Evoke 30:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes4 Locking nuts8 Washers8 ScrewsFoam port plugHex-keyTweeter protection cover (pre-installed)Instructions for UseImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Card
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 50?
Here are the items that come with the Evoke 50:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes4 Locking nuts8 Washers8 ScrewsFoam port plugHex-keyTweeter protection cover (pre-installed)Instructions for UseImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Card
 Sensitivity |
88 dB
vs
87 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Height |
928mm
vs
1166mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
617cm2 (180x343mm)
vs
806cm2 (215x375mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
3500USD
vs
5000USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
260 watts
vs
200 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
 Woofer Size |
7 inches
vs
5.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
35 Hz
vs
40 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
| General |
Dynaudio Evoke 30 |
Dynaudio Evoke 50 |
| Brand |
Dynaudio |
Dynaudio |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 200 watts |
up to 260 watts |
| Sensitivity |
88 dB |
87 dB |
| Impedance |
4 ohms |
4 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
40-23k Hz |
35-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| 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 |
5.5" |
| Crossover Frequency |
1200Hz and 2300Hz |
430Hz and 3500Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
928.0mm (36.5") |
1166.0mm (45.9") |
| Width |
180.0mm (7.1") |
215.0mm (8.5") |
| Depth |
343.0mm (13.5") |
375.0mm (14.8") |
| Weight |
15.50kg (34.1lbs) |
26.90kg (59.2lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood veneer |
MDF/Wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
Oak (blonde) |
Oak (blonde) |
| 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) |