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DALI Oberon 5 Review
DALI Oberon 5

Main Features

  • 1.125" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 5.25" Wood Fiber Woofer
  • 39-26k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range: 30-150watts
  • Weight:23.80 lbs / 10.80 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 32-3/4"x7-15/16"x10-7/8" / 832.0 x 202.0 x 277.0mm
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DALI Oberon 5 Review
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DALI Oberon 5 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by DALI. It features a 1.125" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" Wood Fiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 39-26k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. DALI Oberon 5 has an MSRP of 1299$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the DALI Oberon 5 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldBad
Small RoomPoor
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomGood
Very Large RoomPoor

(* 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.)

DALI Oberon 5 Speaker Structure
DALI Oberon 5 Speaker Structure

DALI Oberon 5  Lifestyle
DALI Oberon 5 Lifestyle

DALI's Oberon Series of Loudspeakers

Oberon 5 is a member of DALI's Oberon series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

DALI Oberon Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
DALI Oberon 3
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47-26k Hz 87 dB6Ω 1 x 7"
DALI Oberon 5
39-26k Hz 88 dB6Ω 2 x 5.25"
DALI Oberon 1
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51-26k Hz 86 dB6Ω 1 x 5.25"
DALI Oberon 9
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35-26k Hz 90.5 dB4Ω 2 x 9"
DALI Oberon 7
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36-26k Hz 88.5 dB6Ω 2 x 7"
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
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45-26k Hz 91 dB4Ω 2 x 7"
DALI Oberon Vokal
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47-26k Hz 89.5 dB4Ω 2 x 5.25"
DALI Oberon Series Speakers
DALI Oberon Series Speakers


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Frequency Response of the DALI Oberon 5 Speaker

DALI Oberon 5 has a Frequency response range of 39-26k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 30-150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 39 Hz, Oberon 5 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with DALI Oberon 5, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Oberon 5's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
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DALI Oberon 5
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DALI Oberon 5
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DALI Oberon 5 Woofer
DALI Oberon 5's Wood Fiber Woofer

Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the DALI Oberon 5's 39Hz:

  • KLH Concord with Low Frequency of 28 Hz (Compare w/ Oberon 5)
  • SVS Prime Tower with Low Frequency of 30 Hz (Compare w/ Oberon 5)
  • Klipsch RP-280F with Low Frequency of 32 Hz (Compare w/ Oberon 5)
  • Jamo C 97 II with Low Frequency of 32 Hz (Compare w/ Oberon 5)
  • Monitor Audio Bronze 500 with Low Frequency of 32 Hz (Compare w/ Oberon 5)

DALI Oberon 5 Tweeter
DALI Oberon 5's Soft-Dome Tweeter

Crossover frequency of the DALI Oberon 5?

The Crossover frequency of the Oberon 5 is set to 2400Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

Impedance and Sensitivity

DALI Oberon 5's nominal impedance level is 6 ohms and has a sensitivity of 88 dB.

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Floor-standing Speakers
DALI Oberon 5
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Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the DALI Oberon 5 a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

88dB of the DALI Oberon 5 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the DALI Oberon 5:

  • Integrated Amps under 1000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1500 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 2000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Oberon 5 features Post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
DALI Oberon 5 Back View
DALI Oberon 5 Back View

DALI Oberon 5 External Dimensions and Weight

DALI Oberon 5 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 32-3/4 x 7-15/16 x 10-7/8inch (832.0 x 202.0 x 277.0mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of DALI Oberon 5 is approximately 559.5cm2 / 86.7inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of DALI Oberon 5, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

DALI Oberon 5 Real Life Body Size Comparison
DALI Oberon 5 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the DALI Oberon 5 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.

DALI Oberon 5 placed next to a Media Stand
DALI Oberon 5 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand

Weight

The DALI Oberon 5 weighs 10.80kg / 23.8lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Oberon 5's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
DALI Oberon 5
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Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1500
DALI Oberon 5
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How does the DALI Oberon 5 compare to the DALI Oberon 7?

One of the natural alternative to the DALI Oberon 5 is the Oberon 7 which is located one step higher in DALI's Passive Floor-standing selection.

Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:

DALI Oberon 5 vs DALI Oberon 7 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of DALI Oberon 5 and DALI Oberon 7 Size and External Dimensions

Check the Detailed Comparison of DALI Oberon 5 vs Oberon 7 for more details.

Cabinet type and Materials

DALI Oberon 5 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

DALI Oberon 5  - Side View
DALI Oberon 5 - Side View

Speaker Feet

DALI Oberon 5 comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
  • 8 Rubber feet
  • 8 Spike-feet
  • It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.

    DALI Oberon 5  Feet
    DALI Oberon 5 Feet

    Port Position

    DALI Oberon 5 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.

    Available colors

    DALI Oberon 5 is available in Black Ash, Light Oak, Dark Walnut and White .

    Does the DALI Oberon 5 come with a Grille?

    Oberon 5 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.

    DALI Oberon 5  with Grille
    DALI Oberon 5 with Grille

    What's in the Box of DALI Oberon 5?

    Here are the items that are included inside the box of Oberon 5:
  • 2 Floorstanding loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 8 Rubber feet
  • 8 Spike-feet
  • 8 Hex-nuts
  • Manual
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the DALI Oberon 5.

    • Speaker Cable and Connectors
      • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
      • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
      • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
    • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
    • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

    User's Manual

    For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the DALI Oberon 5, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for DALI Oberon 5

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the DALI Oberon 5 speaker:
    Official Brochure for DALI Oberon 5

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the DALI Oberon 5 speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for DALI Oberon 5

    Warranty

    5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

    DALI Oberon 5 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
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    DALI Oberon 7
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    2-way 88.5 dB 6 ohms 36-26k Hz
    B&W 603
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    3-way 88.5 dB 8 ohms 48-28k Hz
    Wharfedale Diamond 12.3
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    2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 45-20k Hz
    DALI Oberon 3
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    Triangle Borea BR08
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    3-way 92 dB 8 ohms 40 - 22k Hz
    Klipsch R-620F
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    2-way 96 dB 8 ohms 38-21k Hz
    Polk S55
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    2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 32-40k Hz
    Frequently Asked Questions about DALI Oberon 5
    What is the External Dimensions of DALI Oberon 5
    What is the Speaker Sensitivity of DALI Oberon 5
    is the DALI Oberon 5 an easy to drive speaker?

    DALI Oberon 5 Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandDALI
    Full Model NameDALI Oberon 5
    Speaker Type2-way Floor-standing
    Power Range30-150 watts
    Sensitivity88 dB
    Impedance6 ohms
    Max SPL108 dB
    Frequency Response39-26k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size5.25-inch
    Woofer CompositionWood Fiber
    Woofer SurroundRubber
    Tweeter Size1.125-inch
    Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
    Crossover freq2400Hz
    Port Positionrear

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypePost
    Biamp InputsNo
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height832.0mm ( 32-3/4-inch)
    Width202.0mm ( 7-15/16-inch)
    Depth277.0mm ( 10-7/8-inch)
    Height832.0mm ( 32-3/4-inch)
    Weight10.80kg ( 23.80 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    FinishMDF/Wood-grain vinyl
    Available ColorsBlack Ash, Light Oak, Dark Walnut, White
    Mounting BracketNo
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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