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DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Review
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal - Front View

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Main Features

  • 1-1/8" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 7" Wood Fiber Woofer
  • 45-26k Hz Frequency Response
  • 91 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range: 25-200 watts
  • Weight: 28.32 lbs / 12.85 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 7.9"x27.5"x12.2" / 201 x 700 x 310mm
MSRP: $999 (list price)
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DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Review
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Made by DALI · Denmark · since 1983 · sold through dealers

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by DALI. It was released in 2020. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1-1/8" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 7" Wood Fiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 45-26k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal has an MSRP of 999$.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal 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-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
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 GRAND Vokal  Lifestyle
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Lifestyle

DALI's Oberon Series of Loudspeakers

Oberon GRAND Vokal is a member of DALI's Oberon series of Passive speakers. Oberon is DALI's hugely popular affordable range, Danish-designed speakers with wood-fibre cones and a wide, easy-to-place sound. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

See all 8 DALI Oberon models compared »

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
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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 7
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36-26k Hz 88.5 dB6Ω 2 x 7"
DALI Oberon 9
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35-26k Hz 90.5 dB4Ω 2 x 9"
DALI Oberon Vokal
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47-26k Hz 89.5 dB4Ω 2 x 5.25"
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
45-26k Hz 91 dB4Ω 2 x 7"
DALI Oberon On-Wall
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55-26k Hz 87 dB6Ω 1 x 5.25"
DALI Oberon Series Speakers
DALI Oberon Series Speakers

Frequency Response of the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Speaker

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal has a Frequency response range of 45-26k Hz and Power Range of 25-200 watts.

Here we have a comparison of how Oberon GRAND Vokal's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
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DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
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DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Tweeter
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal's ultra-light soft textile Soft-Dome Tweeter

Crossover frequency of the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal?

The crossover frequency of the Oberon GRAND Vokal is set to 2500Hz. 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.

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal driver frequency bands45-2.5kWoofer 7"2.5k-26kTweeter20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal's nominal impedance level is 4 ohms and has a sensitivity of 91 dB.

Sensitivity
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DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
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Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.

Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.

Sensitivity

91dB of the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Oberon GRAND Vokal an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal will be a good choice. Work out how loud the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal plays in your room →

Running more than one pair from a single amplifier? Check the load it would present →

What amplifier does the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 12–190 W per channel into 4 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery - not just watts.

Prefer to browse? Integrated amplifiers under $1,000, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

Oberon GRAND Vokal features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Back View
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Back View

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal External Dimensions and Weight

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7.9 x 27.5 x 12.2inch (201 x 700 x 310mm ).

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 GRAND Vokal is approximately 2170.0cm2 / 336.4inch2.

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

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

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Weight

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal weighs 12.85kg / 28.3lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Oberon GRAND Vokal's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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All Center Channel Speakers
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
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Center Channel Speakers under $1000
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
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Cabinet type and Materials

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal 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.

Speaker Feet

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal comes with 8 Rubber feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on.

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.

Port Position

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal 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 GRAND Vokal is available in Black Ash and Dark Walnut.

Does the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal come with a Grille?

Oberon GRAND Vokal 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 GRAND Vokal  with Grille
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal with Grille

What's in the Box of DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Oberon GRAND Vokal:
  • Center-channel loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 8 Rubber feet
  • Manual

Recommended Accessories

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

  • 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 are our favorite isolators but you may find 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 GRAND Vokal, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal

Official Brochure

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

Official Product Page

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

Warranty

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

DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Alternatives in Passive Center Channel Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
DALI Oberon Vokal
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2-way 89.5 dB 4 ohms 47-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 7
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2-way 88.5 dB 6 ohms 36-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 5
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2-way 88 dB 6 ohms 39-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 3
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2-way 87 dB 6 ohms 47-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 1
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2-way 86 dB 6 ohms 51-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 9
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3-way 90.5 dB 4 ohms 35-26k Hz
SVS Ultra Center
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3-way 87 dB 8 ohms 45-32k Hz
Klipsch RP-500C II
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2-way 96 dB 8 ohms 60-25k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal

What amplifier do you need for the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal?

DALI rates the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal for 25-200 watts of amplifier power. It is a 4-ohm speaker, a demanding load that wants an amplifier rated to drive 4 ohms - many budget receivers are not.

Is the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal easy to drive?

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal has a sensitivity of 91 dB. That is high: it goes loud on modest power, so it suits low-powered amplifiers, including valve/tube designs.

Does the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal need a subwoofer?

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal reaches down to 45Hz (full range 45-26k Hz). That is deep enough that many listeners will not feel the need for a subwoofer with music.

What drivers does the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal use?

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal is a 2-way design using a 1-1/8" Soft-Dome tweeter and 2 x 7" Wood Fiber woofers.

Is the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal sealed or ported?

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

Can the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal be bi-wired or bi-amped?

No. The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal has a single pair of terminals, so bi-wiring and bi-amping are not possible. It uses Binding post terminals.

Can the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal be wall mounted?

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal does not include a wall-mount bracket or keyhole, so it is designed to sit on a stand, shelf or the floor.

Does the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal come with grilles?

Yes. The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal?

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal weighs 12.85kg / 28.3lbs each and measures 7.9 x 27.5 x 12.2inch (HxWxD).

How much does the DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal cost?

The DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $999 per pair.


DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal Detailed Specifications

General
BrandDALI
Full Model NameDALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
Speaker Type2-way Center Channel
Power Range25-200 watts
Sensitivity91 dB
Impedance4 ohms
Max SPL111 dB
Frequency Response45-26k Hz
Release Date2020
DRIVERS
Woofer Size7-inch
Woofer CompositionWood Fiber
Woofer SurroundRubber
Tweeter Size1-1/8-inch
Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
Crossover freq2500Hz
Port Positionrear

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsNo
Port Positionrear
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height201.0mm ( 7.9-inch)
Width700.0mm ( 27.5-inch)
Depth310.0mm ( 12.2-inch)
Height201.0mm ( 7.9-inch)
Weight12.85 kg (28.3 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
FinishMDF/Wood-grain vinyl
Available ColorsBlack Ash,Dark Walnut
Mounting BracketNo
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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