In this review, we will be comparing Ultra Tower and Evoke 50, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from SVS and Dynaudio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of SVS Ultra Tower and Dynaudio Evoke 50 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the SVS Ultra Tower 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 SVS Ultra Tower 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
Both Ultra Tower and Evoke 50 are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
SVS Ultra Tower |
Dynaudio Evoke 50 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.0-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
2 x 6.5-inch |
1 x 5.5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 8.0-inch
|
2 x 7-inch
|
Ultra Tower features a 1.0" aluminum Dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 8.0" Polypropylene Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 160HZ and 2000Hz. 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
Ultra Tower has a frequency range of 28-32k Hz whereas Evoke 50 has a frequency range of 35-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the Ultra Tower can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Evoke 50's min frequency of 35Hz.
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
Ultra Tower is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Evoke 50 which has a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. Lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit especially when played at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Evoke 50 can provide this impedance level.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Ultra Tower sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Evoke 50's is rated at 87 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the SVS Ultra Tower a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 50, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
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.
Ultra Tower can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Evoke 50 has a max power handling value of 260 watts RMS, 40 watts less than the Ultra Tower.
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
Ultra Tower features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Evoke 50 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
SVS Ultra Tower's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Dynaudio Evoke 50's Binding post terminals
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 SVS Ultra Tower's and Dynaudio Evoke 50's external dimensions. SVS Ultra Tower has external dimensions of 1159.0 x 355.0 x 445.0mm ( 45-5/8 x 13-15/16 x 17-1/2inch) 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 140mm narrower and 70mm less deeper than SVS Ultra Tower but it is also 7mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of SVS Ultra Tower and Dynaudio Evoke 50 in scale.
Comparison image of SVS Ultra Tower 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 SVS Ultra Tower is approximately 1579.8cm2 / 244.9inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 50 is approximately 806.3cm2 / 125.0inch2. The Ultra Tower requires 96% more surface area than the Evoke 50 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 SVS Ultra Tower weighs 34.27kg / 75.4lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 50 weighs 26.90kg / 59.2lbs. This makes the Ultra Tower 27% heavier than the Evoke 50.
Here is a comparison of how Ultra Tower 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 SVS Ultra Tower?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Ultra Tower:
Floorstanding loudspeakerCloth grille2 Metal grillesFoam port plug4 Elastomer isolation feet (pre-installed)4 Spike feet4 Nuts4 Protective discs2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)Owners ManualSVS brochureOnline Product Registration 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
 Max Input Power |
300 watts
vs
260 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
88 dB
vs
87 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
4 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 Woofer Size |
8.0 inches
vs
7 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
28 Hz
vs
35 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
32k Hz
vs
23k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Height |
1159mm
vs
1166mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
2600USD
vs
5000USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Base Surface Area |
806cm2 (215x375mm)
vs
1579cm2 (355x445mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
SVS Ultra Tower |
Dynaudio Evoke 50 |
| Brand |
SVS |
Dynaudio |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
20-300 watts |
up to 260 watts |
| Sensitivity |
88 dB |
87 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
4 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
28-32k Hz |
35-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
8.0" |
7" |
| Woofer Composition |
Polypropylene |
Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1.0" |
1.1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Dome |
n/a |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6.5" |
5.5" |
| Crossover Frequency |
160HZ and 2000Hz |
430Hz and 3500Hz |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1159.0mm (45.6") |
1166.0mm (45.9") |
| Width |
355.0mm (14") |
215.0mm (8.5") |
| Depth |
445.0mm (17.5") |
375.0mm (14.8") |
| Weight |
34.27kg (75.4lbs) |
26.90kg (59.2lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Oak veneer |
MDF/Wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
Black Oak,Piano Gloss Black,Piano Gloss White |
Oak (blonde) |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years (8 Years registered) |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years (8 Years registered) |