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Dynaudio Focus 10 vs Buchardt A10 Comparison

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Dynaudio Focus 10

Powered Bookshelf | 43-22k Hz

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Powered Bookshelf | 28-40k Hz

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Dynaudio Focus 10 vs Buchardt A10 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Focus 10 and A10, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Dynaudio and Buchardt. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Dynaudio Focus 10 and Buchardt A10 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsDynaudio Focus 10Buchardt A10
BrandDynaudio
Denmark · founded 1977
Buchardt
Denmark · founded 2014
Design2-way2-way
Built-in amplifier390-watt RMS200-watt RMS
Tweeter1.1" Soft-Dome0.74" Dome with waveguide
Woofer5.5" MSP6.5" paper
Frequency response43-22k Hz28-40k Hz
Max depth / sample rate24-bit / 192 kHz24-bit / 192kHZ
BluetoothBuilt-in 4.2No
App controlYes—
Weight7.50kg / 16.5lbs6.80kg / 15lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)12-3/8" x 7-1/8" x 10-1/4"
315.0 x 180.0 x 261.0mm
14.6" x 7" x 9.65"
370 x 180.0 x 245.0mm

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.


Drivers

Both Focus 10 and A10 are 2-way speakers.

Tweeter - 1.1 inchWoofer - 5.5 inch
Dynaudio Focus 10
Tweeter - 0.74 inchWoofer - 6.5 inch
Buchardt A10

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 Focus 10 Buchardt A10
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1.1-inch 0.74-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.5-inch 1 x 6.5-inch

Focus 10 features a 1.1" Cerotar Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.5" MSP Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2200 Hz. On the other hand, the A10 features a 0.74" Aluminum Dome with waveguide Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" paper Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2800Hz.

Dynaudio Focus 10 driver frequency bandsDynaudio Focus 10Buchardt A1043-2.2k28-2.8kWoofer2.2k-22k2.8k-40kTweeter20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Frequency Response

Focus 10 has a frequency range of 43-22k Hz whereas A10 has a frequency range of 28-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the A10 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Focus 10's min frequency of 43Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Focus 10
A10
Min
Average
Median

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.

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 Focus 10's and Buchardt A10's external dimensions. Dynaudio Focus 10 has external dimensions of 315.0 x 180.0 x 261.0mm (12-3/8-inch x 7-1/8-inch x 10-1/4-inch) whereas Buchardt A10 has external dimensions of 370 x 180.0 x 245.0mm (14.6 x 7 x 11inch).

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 Focus 10 is approximately 469.8cm2 / 72.8inch2 and base area of the Buchardt A10 is approximately 441.0cm2 / 68.4inch2. The Focus 10 requires 7% more surface area than the A10 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 Focus 10 weighs 7.50kg / 16.5lbs and the Buchardt A10 weighs 6.80kg / 15lbs. This makes the Focus 10 10% heavier than the A10.

Here is a comparison of how Focus 10 and A10's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Dynaudio Focus 10
Buchardt A10
Min
Average
Max

Reasons to choose Dynaudio Focus 10 over Buchardt A10

App-Based Control Apple iOS, Android vs None Control the speaker via an app
Height 315mm vs 370mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Ethernet Connection Yes vs No High quality streaming over Ethernet
USB Port Service only vs No USB port adds flexibility
RCA Connection Yes vs No Connection via RCA input
Digital Input 1x Toslink, 1x RCA vs No Connect digital inputs directly

Reasons to choose Buchardt A10 over Dynaudio Focus 10

Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs 5.5 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 28 Hz vs 43 Hz Generates deeper bass
High Frequency Response 40k Hz vs 22k Hz Generates higher frequency
Base Surface Area 441cm2 vs 469cm2 Takes less floor space
Price per pair* 3950USD vs 5500USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
XLR Connection Yes vs No Connection via XLR input

Dynaudio Focus 10 vs Buchardt A10 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Dynaudio Focus 10 Buchardt A10
Brand Dynaudio Buchardt
Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
Frequency Response 43-22k Hz 28-40k Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous) 390-watt RMS 200-watt RMS
Max Bit Depth 24-bit 24-bit
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz 192kHZ
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 1 1
Woofer Size 5.5" 6.5"
Woofer Composition MSP paper
Tweeter Size 1.1" 0.74"
Tweeter Type Soft-Dome Dome with waveguide
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency 2200 Hz 2800Hz
Firing Direction n/a front
Physical Specs
Height 315.0mm (12.4") 370.0mm (14.6")
Width 180.0mm (7.1") 180.0mm (7.1")
Depth 261.0mm (10.3") 245.0mm (9.6")
Weight 7.50kg (16.5lbs) 6.80kg (15lbs)
Enclosure Acoustic Suspension Acoustic Suspension
Finish n/a Solid wood
Available Colors Black High Gloss, White High Gloss, Blonde Wood, Walnut Wood Black,White, Walnut, Oak, Ash
Mounting Bracket No No
Grille Yes Yes
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Aux Inputs 2x RCA XLR
USB Port Service only Service Only
Phone Input No No
Subwoofer Output mono-RCA n/a
Digital Input 1x Toslink, 1x RCA No
HDMI Input No No
Headphone Jack No No
Ethernet Port Yes No
Other
Parts Warranty 10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)
Labor Warranty 10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)

Verdict

No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your sources and what you listen to.

AreaBetterWhy
BassBBuchardt A10 digs deeper - 28Hz against 43Hz.
Built-in powerADynaudio Focus 10 has the bigger amplifier (390W vs 200W RMS).
ConnectionsADynaudio Focus 10 adds Bluetooth, streaming and digital inputs.
SizedependsSimilar cabinet size - neither is easier to fit.
ExpandabilityADynaudio Focus 10: a sub output.
PriceBBuchardt A10 is cheaper - $3,950 against $5,500, about 28% less.

A Dynaudio Focus 10  B Buchardt A10
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 Focus 10 measures better, Buchardt A10 costs about about 39% 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 43Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. Think about the whole system, not just the speakers: the roughly $1,550 saved by taking the cheaper pair would buy a subwoofer or a better amplifier, and either usually does more for the sound than the difference between these two.

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.


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