In this review, we will be comparing Evoke 50 and Evoke 30, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Dynaudio.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Dynaudio Evoke 50 and Dynaudio Evoke 30 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Dynaudio Evoke 50 | Dynaudio Evoke 30 |
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| Brand | Dynaudio
Denmark · founded 1977 | Dynaudio
Denmark · founded 1977 |
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| Design | 3-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1.1" | 1.1" |
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| Midrange | 5.5" | — |
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| Woofer | 2 x 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer | 2 x 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
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| Frequency response | 35-23k Hz | 40-23k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 87 dB | 88 dB |
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| Impedance | 4 ohms | 4 ohms |
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| Power range | up to 260 watts | up to 200 watts |
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| Weight | 26.90kg / 59.2lbs | 15.50kg / 34.1lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 45-3/4" x 12" x 14-5/8"
1162.0 x 305.0 x 373.0mm | 36-1/4" x 10-1/2" x 13-1/2"
920.0 x 268.0 x 342.0mm |
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Evoke 50 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 50 and Dynaudio Evoke 30 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 50 |
Dynaudio Evoke 30 |
| Near-field |
Bad |
Bad |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Average |
Good |
| Large Room |
Good |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Average |
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
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Evoke 50 is a 3-way design whereas the Evoke 30 is a 2-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.
Dynaudio Evoke 50Dynaudio Evoke 30
TweeterMidrangeWoofer
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 50 |
Dynaudio Evoke 30 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.1-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 5.5-inch |
- |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 7-inch
|
2 x 5.5-inch
|
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. On the other hand, the Evoke 30 features a 1.1" Tweeter and 2 x 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1200Hz and 2300Hz.
Frequency Response
Evoke 50 has a frequency range of 35-23k Hz whereas Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 40-23k 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.
The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing 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 50 and Evoke 30 have the same Impedance of 4 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Evoke 50 sensitivity is rated at 87 dB and the Evoke 30's is at 88 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 50 and the Evoke 50 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. Staying
within that range gives nominal performance; driving the speaker beyond its maximum wattage can damage it.
Evoke 50 can handle a max power of 260 watts RMS, whereas Evoke 30 has a max power handling value of 200 watts RMS, 60 watts less than the Evoke 50.
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 50 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 50's Binding post terminals
Dynaudio Evoke 30's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Evoke 50 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 50's and Dynaudio Evoke 30's external dimensions. Dynaudio Evoke 50 has external dimensions of 1162.0 x 305.0 x 373.0mm (45-7/8 x 12-1/16 x 14-3/4inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 30 has external dimensions of 920.0 x 268.0 x 342.0mm (36-1/2 x 10-5/8 x 13-1/2inch).
Dynaudio Evoke 50 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 37mm wider, 242mm taller and 31mm deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 30.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Dynaudio Evoke 50 and Dynaudio Evoke 30 in scale.
Comparison image of Dynaudio Evoke 50 and Dynaudio Evoke 30 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 50 is approximately 1137.7cm2 / 176.3inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 30 is approximately 916.6cm2 / 142.1inch2. The Evoke 50 requires 24% more surface area than the Evoke 30 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 Dynaudio Evoke 50 weighs 26.90kg / 59.2lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 30 weighs 15.50kg / 34.1lbs. This makes the Evoke 50 74% heavier than the Evoke 30.
Here is a comparison of how Evoke 50 and Evoke 30'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 50?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Evoke 50:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- 4 Outrigger feet
- 4 Spikes
- 4 Locking nuts
- 8 Washers
- 8 Screws
- Foam port plug
- Hex-key
- Tweeter protection cover (pre-installed)
- Instructions for Use
- Important Safety Instructions
- Warranty Card
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 30?
Here are the items that come with the Evoke 30:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- 4 Outrigger feet
- 4 Spikes
- 4 Locking nuts
- 8 Washers
- 8 Screws
- Foam port plug
- Hex-key
- Tweeter protection cover (pre-installed)
- Instructions for Use
- Important Safety Instructions
- Warranty Card
 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 |
 Sensitivity |
88 dB
vs
87 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Height |
920mm
vs
1162mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
916cm2
vs
1137cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
3500USD
vs
5000USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Dynaudio Evoke 50 |
Dynaudio Evoke 30 |
| Brand |
Dynaudio |
Dynaudio |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 260 watts |
up to 200 watts |
| Sensitivity |
87 dB |
88 dB |
| Impedance |
4 ohms |
4 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
35-23k Hz |
40-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
7" |
5.5" |
| 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 |
5.5" |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
430Hz and 3500Hz |
1200Hz and 2300Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1162.0mm (45.7") |
920.0mm (36.2") |
| Width |
305.0mm (12") |
268.0mm (10.6") |
| Depth |
373.0mm (14.7") |
342.0mm (13.5") |
| Weight |
26.90kg (59.2lbs) |
15.50kg (34.1lbs) |
| 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) |
Siblings in Dynaudio's Evoke series, so they share a family sound. It comes down to size, output and price.
| Area | Better | Why |
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| Bass | A | Dynaudio Evoke 50 digs deeper - 35Hz against 40Hz. A subwoofer would even that out. |
| Amplifier needs | evenly matched | Similar sensitivity (87dB vs 88dB) - both want much the same power. |
| Headroom | A | Dynaudio Evoke 50 takes more power (260W vs 200W) - more in hand in a big room. |
| Size | depends | Dynaudio Evoke 30 is easier to place; Dynaudio Evoke 50 is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
| Price | B | Dynaudio Evoke 30 is cheaper - $3,500 against $5,000, about 30% less. |
A Dynaudio Evoke 50 B Dynaudio Evoke 30
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.
Which should you choose?
The usual trade-off: Dynaudio Evoke 50 measures better, Dynaudio Evoke 30 costs about about 43% more% less. Whether that gap is worth the money is the call only you can make - and in a normal room it is often smaller than the numbers suggest. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 40Hz anyway, which makes the cheaper Dynaudio Evoke 30 much easier to justify. Match it to your room: we rate Dynaudio Evoke 50 the better fit for a very large room, and Dynaudio Evoke 30 for a mid-size room.
And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.