In this review, we will be comparing F1-5 and Evoke 30, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Fyne Audio and Dynaudio.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Fyne Audio F1-5 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Fyne Audio F1-5 | Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
|---|
| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
|---|
| Tweeter | — | 1.1" |
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| Woofer | — | 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
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| Frequency response | 48-38k Hz | 47-23k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 87 dB | 84 dB |
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| Impedance | 8 ohms | 6 ohms |
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| Power range | — | up to 160 watts |
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| Weight | 5.72kg / 12.6lbs | 6.70kg / 14.7lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 12.6" x 7.3" x 11.4"
320.0 x 185.4 x 289.6mm | 12.4" x 7.1" x 10.5"
315.0 x 180.0 x 266.0mm |
|---|
What size room are the Fyne Audio F1-5 and Dynaudio Evoke 10 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* |
Fyne Audio F1-5 |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
| Near-field |
Good |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Good |
Average |
| Mid-size Room |
Average |
Good |
| Large Room |
Poor |
Average |
| Very Large Room |
No way |
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.
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Drivers
Both F1-5 and Evoke 30 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Fyne Audio F1-5 |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
x -inch
|
1 x 5.5-inch
|
F1-5 features a " Tweeter and x " Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1900 Hz. On the other hand, the 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.
Frequency Response
F1-5 has a frequency range of 48-38k Hz whereas Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 47-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 47Hz, the Evoke 30 can go slightly deeper then the F1-5's min frequency of 48Hz.
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
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
F1-5 is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Evoke 30 which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. F1-5 sensitivity is rated at 87 dB and the Evoke 30's is rated at 84 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Fyne Audio F1-5 a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 10, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
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
F1-5 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
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 Fyne Audio F1-5's and Dynaudio Evoke 10's external dimensions. Fyne Audio F1-5 has external dimensions of 320.0 x 185.4 x 289.6mm (12.6 x 7.3 x 11.4inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 10 has external dimensions of 315.0 x 180.0 x 266.0mm (12.4 x 7.1 x 10.5inch).
Fyne Audio F1-5 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 5.4mm wider, 5mm taller and 23.6mm deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 10.
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 Fyne Audio F1-5 is approximately 536.9cm2 / 83.2inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 10 is approximately 478.8cm2 / 74.2inch2. The F1-5 requires 12% 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 Fyne Audio F1-5 weighs 5.72kg / 12.6lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 10 weighs 6.70kg / 14.7lbs. This makes the Evoke 30 17% heavier than the F1-5.
Here is a comparison of how F1-5 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 come with the Evoke 30:
 Sensitivity |
87 dB
vs
84 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 High Frequency Response |
38k Hz
vs
23k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Woofer Size |
5.5 inches
vs
inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
47 Hz
vs
48 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
315mm
vs
320mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
478cm2
vs
536cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
3500USD
vs
5499USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Fyne Audio F1-5 |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 |
| Brand |
Fyne Audio |
Dynaudio |
| Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Sensitivity |
87 dB |
84 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
48-38k Hz |
47-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
|
1 |
| Woofer Size |
" |
5.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
|
Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
| Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
1.1" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
1900 Hz |
1400Hz |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
320.0mm (12.6") |
315.0mm (12.4") |
| Width |
185.4mm (7.3") |
180.0mm (7.1") |
| Depth |
289.6mm (11.4") |
266.0mm (10.5") |
| Weight |
5.72kg (12.6lbs) |
6.70kg (14.7lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
n/a |
MDF/Wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
n/a |
Black |
| Mounting Bracket |
|
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
n/a |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
|
5 Years (8 Years registered) |
| Labor Warranty |
|
5 Years (8 Years registered) |
A generation apart: Fyne Audio F1-5 is the newer design, against a 2019 model. Newer is not automatically better, but the older one is more likely to be discounted or near run-out.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass |
evenly matched |
Much the same reach (48Hz vs 47Hz). |
| Amplifier needs |
A |
Fyne Audio F1-5 is more sensitive (87dB vs 84dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier. |
| Amplifier match |
A |
Fyne Audio F1-5 is the easier load at 8 ohms. |
| Size |
depends |
Similar cabinet size - neither is easier to fit. |
| Price |
B |
Dynaudio Evoke 10 is cheaper - $3,500 against $5,499, about 36% less. |
A Fyne Audio F1-5
B Dynaudio Evoke 10
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, placement 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: Fyne Audio F1-5 measures better, Dynaudio Evoke 10 costs about 36% 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. Match it to your room: we rate Fyne Audio F1-5 the better fit for near-field listening and a small room, and Dynaudio Evoke 10 for a mid-size room and a large room. If your amplifier is modest, vintage or valve-based, Fyne Audio F1-5 is the safer partner - the other will want more current or more watts to sound its best.
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.