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DALI Oberon On-Wall Review
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Main Features

  • 1.14" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 5.25" Wood fibre Woofer
  • 55-26k Hz Frequency Response
  • 87 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range: 25-100 watts
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 15.16"x9.65"x4.72" / 385 x 245 x 120 mm
MSRP: $1,100 (list price)
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DALI Oberon On-Wall Review
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Made by DALI · Denmark · since 1983 · sold through dealers

DALI Oberon On-Wall is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex On-wall speaker by DALI. It was released in 2019. It features a 1.14" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Wood fibre Woofer.

DALI publishes the driver complement as: 1 x 5¼ inch low/mid, 1 x 29 mm soft dome high frequency.

The speaker has a frequency range of 55-26k Hz and a sensitivity of 87 dB. DALI Oberon On-Wall has an MSRP of 1100$ per pair.

DALI's Oberon Series of Loudspeakers

Oberon On-Wall 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
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45-26k Hz 91 dB4Ω 2 x 7"
DALI Oberon On-Wall
55-26k Hz 87 dB6Ω 1 x 5.25"
DALI Oberon Series Speakers
DALI Oberon Series Speakers

Frequency Response of the DALI Oberon On-Wall Speaker

DALI Oberon On-Wall has a Frequency response range of 55-26k Hz and Power Range of 25-100 watts. With a minimum frequency of 55 Hz, Oberon On-Wall delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

Here we have a comparison of how Oberon On-Wall's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
On-wall Speakers
DALI Oberon On-Wall
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Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the DALI Oberon On-Wall?
  • Work out the crossover setting - it follows from this speaker's 55 Hz low end
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Crossover frequency of the DALI Oberon On-Wall?

The crossover frequency of the Oberon On-Wall is set to 2100Hz. 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 On-Wall driver frequency bands55-2.1kWoofer 5.25"2.1k-26kTweeter 1.14"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

DALI Oberon On-Wall's nominal impedance level is 6 ohms and has a sensitivity of 87 dB.

Sensitivity
On-wall Speakers
DALI Oberon On-Wall
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Average
Median

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

Sensitivity

With a sensitivity level of only 87 dB, DALI Oberon On-Wall is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps. Work out how loud the DALI Oberon On-Wall 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 On-Wall need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 20–100 W per channel into 6 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 $1,500, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

Oberon On-Wall features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

DALI Oberon On-Wall External Dimensions and Weight

DALI Oberon On-Wall has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) (385 x 245 x 120 mm ).

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 On-Wall is approximately 294.0cm2 / 45.6inch2.

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Cabinet type and Materials

DALI Oberon On-Wall has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. 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.

Does the DALI Oberon On-Wall come with a Grille?

Oberon On-Wall 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.

Recommended Accessories

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

  • 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.

Official Product Page

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

Warranty

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

DALI Oberon On-Wall Alternatives in Passive On-wall Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
DALI Oberon 1
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2-way 86 dB 6 ohms 51-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 3
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2-way 87 dB 6 ohms 47-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 5
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2-way 88 dB 6 ohms 39-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 7
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2-way 88.5 dB 6 ohms 36-26k Hz
DALI Oberon 9
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3-way 90.5 dB 4 ohms 35-26k Hz
DALI Oberon GRAND Vokal
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2-way 91 dB 4 ohms 45-26k Hz
DALI Oberon Vokal
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2-way 89.5 dB 4 ohms 47-26k Hz
KEF R3
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3-way 87 dB 8 ohms 52-28k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about DALI Oberon On-Wall

What amplifier do you need for the DALI Oberon On-Wall?

DALI rates the DALI Oberon On-Wall for 25-100 watts of amplifier power. It is a 6-ohm speaker, which most amplifiers and receivers handle without trouble.

Is the DALI Oberon On-Wall easy to drive?

The DALI Oberon On-Wall has a sensitivity of 87 dB. That is about average for a home speaker, so it is neither hard nor especially easy to drive.

Does the DALI Oberon On-Wall need a subwoofer?

The DALI Oberon On-Wall reaches down to 55Hz (full range 55-26k Hz). That covers most music, though a subwoofer still adds the bottom octave for home theatre.

What drivers does the DALI Oberon On-Wall use?

The DALI Oberon On-Wall is a 2-way design using a 1.14" Soft-Dome tweeter and a 5.25" Wood fibre woofer.

Is the DALI Oberon On-Wall sealed or ported?

The DALI Oberon On-Wall 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 On-Wall be bi-wired or bi-amped?

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

Does the DALI Oberon On-Wall come with grilles?

Yes. The DALI Oberon On-Wall comes with removable grilles.

How much does the DALI Oberon On-Wall cost?

The DALI Oberon On-Wall has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $1,100 per pair.


DALI Oberon On-Wall Detailed Specifications

General
BrandDALI
Full Model NameDALI Oberon On-Wall
Speaker Type2-way On-wall
Power Range25-100 watts
Sensitivity87 dB
Impedance6 ohms
Max SPL107 dB
Frequency Response55-26k Hz
Release Date2019
DRIVERS
Woofer Size5.25-inch
Woofer CompositionWood fibre
Tweeter Size1.14-inch
Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
Crossover freq2100Hz

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsNo
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height385.0mm ( 15.16-inch)
Width245.0mm ( 9.65-inch)
Depth120.0mm ( 4.72-inch)
Height385.0mm ( 15.16-inch)
Weight—
EnclosureBass Reflex
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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