In this review, we will be comparing Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Focus 20 XD, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Sony and Dynaudio. 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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 212-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 0.75, 0.5 (2)" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 2 x 4" Woofer
- 51-100k Hz Frequency Response
- 32-bit Max Depth / 768 Hz Max Sample Rate
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 209.5" x 7.875" x 12.875"( 209.5 x 200.0 x 327.0mm )
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 300-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 6.7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
- 39-24k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 192 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 362.0" x 7.8125" x 12.125"( 362.0 x 198.4 x 308.0mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD 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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Focus 20 XD are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 |
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
0.75, 0.5 (2)-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 4-inch
|
1 x 6.7-inch
|
Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 features a 0.75, 0.5 (2)" Titanium Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 4" Woofer . On the other hand, the Focus 20 XD features a 1.1" Coated-Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer .
Frequency Response
Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 has a frequency range of 51-100k Hz whereas Focus 20 XD has a frequency range of 39-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 39Hz, the Focus 20 XD can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Sony Signature Series SA-Z1's min frequency of 51Hz.
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 Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Sony Signature Series SA-Z1
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Sony Signature Series SA-Z1
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.
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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1's and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD's external dimensions. Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 has external dimensions of 209.5 x 200.0 x 327.0mm ( 8.25 x 7.875 x 12.875inch) whereas Dynaudio Focus 20 XD has external dimensions of 362.0 x 198.4 x 308.0mm ( 14.25 x 7.8125 x 12.125inch) .
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is 1.6mm narrower and 19mm less deeper than Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 but it is also 152.5mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD in scale.
Comparison image of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD 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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 is approximately 654.0cm2 / 101.4inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is approximately 611.1cm2 / 94.7inch2. The Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 requires 7% more surface area than the Focus 20 XD which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:
Size Comparison image of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD on a Media Console
What's in the Box of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1:
2 Desktop monitor speakers2 AC power cordsDigital sync cableWalkman cableUSB-C to USB-B cableRemote control2 AAA batteriesInstruction Manual
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Focus 20 XD?
Here are the items that come with the Focus 20 XD:
2 Powered loudspeakers2 AC power cordsRemote controlSetup Manual