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DALI Opticon 1 MK2 Review
DALI Opticon 1 MK2

Main Features

  • 1.125" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 4.75" Wood Fiber Woofer
  • 62-26k Hz Frequency Response
  • 86 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range: 25-100watts
  • Weight:9.90 lbs / 4.50 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 10"x6"x9-1/4" / 254.0 x 153.0 x 235.0mm
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DALI Opticon 1 II Review
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DALI Opticon 1 MK2 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by DALI. It features a 1.125" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4.75" Wood Fiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 62-26k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. DALI Opticon 1 II has an MSRP of 1099$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the DALI Opticon 1 II 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-fieldAverage
Small RoomGood
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomPoor
Very Large RoomBad

(* 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's Opticon Mark II Series of Loudspeakers

Opticon 1 MK2 is a member of DALI's Opticon Mark II series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

DALI Opticon Mark II Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
DALI Opticon 8 II
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38-30k Hz 88 dB4Ω 2 x 8"
DALI Opticon 2 II
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59-25k Hz 86.5 dB4Ω 1 x 6.5"
DALI Opticon 1 II
62-26k Hz 86 dB4Ω 1 x 4.75"
DALI Opticon 6 II
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49-30k Hz 88 dB4Ω 2 x 6.5"
Dali Opticon VOKAL II
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47-30k Hz 88 dB4Ω 1 x 6.5"
DALI Opticon Mark II Series Speakers
DALI Opticon Mark II Series Speakers


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Frequency Response of the DALI Opticon 1 II Speaker

DALI Opticon 1 II has a Frequency response range of 62-26k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-100 watts. With a minimum frequency of 62 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from Opticon 1 MK2 so depending on your use case, using a subwoofer will significantly help to widen the response range.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with DALI Opticon 1 II, 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 Opticon 1 MK2's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
DALI Opticon 1 II
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Average
Max
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
DALI Opticon 1 II
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DALI Opticon 1 II Woofer
DALI Opticon 1 II's Wood Fiber Woofer

Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the DALI Opticon 1 II's 62Hz:

  • B&W 607 S2 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 1 MK2)
  • B&W 606 S2 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 1 MK2)
  • B&W 606 S3 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 1 MK2)
  • B&W 607 S3 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 1 MK2)
  • Wharfedale EVO4.2 with Low Frequency of 54 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 1 MK2)

DALI Opticon 1 II Tweeter
DALI Opticon 1 II's Soft-Dome Tweeter

Crossover frequency of the DALI Opticon 1 II?

The Crossover frequency of the Opticon 1 MK2 is set to 3000Hz. 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 Opticon 1 II's nominal impedance level is 4 ohms and has a sensitivity of 86 dB.

Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
DALI Opticon 1 II
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Max

Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the DALI Opticon 1 MK2 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 Opticon 1 MK2 with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.

Sensitivity

With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, DALI Opticon 1 MK2 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.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the DALI Opticon 1 II:

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

Input Type

Opticon 1 MK2 features Post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
DALI Opticon 1 II Back View
DALI Opticon 1 II Back View

DALI Opticon 1 II Terminals
DALI Opticon 1 II's Post terminals

DALI Opticon 1 II External Dimensions and Weight

DALI Opticon 1 II has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 10 x 6 x 9-1/4inch (254.0 x 153.0 x 235.0mm ).

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 Opticon 1 II is approximately 359.6cm2 / 55.7inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of DALI Opticon 1 II, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

DALI Opticon 1 II Real Life Body Size Comparison
DALI Opticon 1 II Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the DALI Opticon 1 II virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.

DALI Opticon 1 II placed next to an amplifier and turntable
DALI Opticon 1 II Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable

Weight

The DALI Opticon 1 II weighs 4.50kg / 9.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Opticon 1 MK2's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
DALI Opticon 1 II
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Average
Max
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $1500
DALI Opticon 1 II
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Average
Max

How does the DALI Opticon 1 II compare to the DALI Opticon 2 MK2?

One of the natural alternative to the DALI Opticon 1 II is the Opticon 2 MK2 which is located one step higher in DALI's Passive Bookshelf selection.

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

DALI Opticon 1 II vs DALI Opticon 2 II Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of DALI Opticon 1 II and DALI Opticon 2 II Size and External Dimensions

Check the Detailed Comparison of DALI Opticon 1 II vs Opticon 2 MK2 for more details.

Cabinet type and Materials

DALI Opticon 1 II 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 Opticon 1 II  - Side View
DALI Opticon 1 II - Side View

Speaker Feet

DALI Opticon 1 II comes with 4 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 Opticon 1 II 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 Opticon 1 II is available in Satin Black, Tobacco Oak and Satin White.

Wall Mounting

Opticon 1 MK2 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

Does the DALI Opticon 1 II come with a Grille?

Opticon 1 MK2 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 Opticon 1 II  with Grille
DALI Opticon 1 II with Grille

What's in the Box of DALI Opticon 1 II?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Opticon 1 MK2:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 8 Rubber feet
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Congratulations Card
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the DALI Opticon 1 MK2.

    • 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.
    • Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the DALI Opticon 1 MK2 speaker:
    Official Brochure for DALI Opticon 1 II

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the DALI Opticon 1 MK2 speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for DALI Opticon 1 II

    Warranty

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

    DALI Opticon 1 MK2 Alternatives in Passive Bookshelf Speakers
    Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
    DALI Opticon 2 II
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    2-way 86.5 dB 4 ohms 59-25k Hz
    DALI Opticon 8 II
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    3-way 88 dB 4 ohms 38-30k Hz
    B&W 606
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    2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 52-28k Hz
    Dali Opticon VOKAL II
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    3-way 88 dB 4 ohms 47-30k Hz
    DALI Opticon 6 II
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    3-way 88 dB 4 ohms 49-30k Hz
    B&W 607 S2
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    2-way 84 dB 8 ohms 52-28k Hz
    Monitor Audio Bronze 1
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    2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 55-30k Hz
    B&W 706 S2
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    2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 50-28k Hz
    Frequently Asked Questions about DALI Opticon 1 MK2
    What is the External Dimensions of DALI Opticon 1 MK2
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    DALI Opticon 1 II Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandDALI
    Full Model NameDALI Opticon 1 MK2
    Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
    Power Range25-100 watts
    Sensitivity86 dB
    Impedance4 ohms
    Max SPL105 dB
    Frequency Response62-26k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size4.75-inch
    Woofer CompositionWood Fiber
    Woofer SurroundRubber
    Tweeter Size1.125-inch
    Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
    Crossover freq3000Hz
    Port Positionrear

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypePost
    Biamp InputsNo
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height254.0mm ( 10-inch)
    Width153.0mm ( 6-inch)
    Depth235.0mm ( 9-1/4-inch)
    Height254.0mm ( 10-inch)
    Weight4.50kg ( 9.90 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    FinishMDF/Wood-grain vinyl
    Available ColorsSatin Black, Tobacco Oak, Satin White
    Mounting BracketNo
    Recommended Stand Height26-28
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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