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DALI Opticon 6 MK2 Review
DALI Opticon 6 MK2

Main Features

  • 17 x 45 mm ribbon + 1.125" Soft-dome + ribbon Hybrid Tweeter
  • 2 x 6.5" Wood Fiber Woofer
  • 49-30k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range: 25-200watts
  • Weight:42.50 lbs / 19.30 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 39-3/4"x7-5/8"x13-3/8" / 1010.0 x 195.0 x 340.0mm
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DALI Opticon 6 II Review
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DALI Opticon 6 MK2 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by DALI. It features a 17 x 45 mm ribbon + 1.125" Soft-dome + ribbon Hybrid Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Wood Fiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 49-30k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. DALI Opticon 6 II has an MSRP of 2500$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the DALI Opticon 6 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-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 Opticon 6 II  Lifestyle
DALI Opticon 6 II Lifestyle

DALI's Opticon Mark II Series of Loudspeakers

Opticon 6 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
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62-26k Hz 86 dB4Ω 1 x 4.75"
DALI Opticon 6 II
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 6 II Speaker

DALI Opticon 6 II has a Frequency response range of 49-30k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 49 Hz, Opticon 6 MK2 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with DALI Opticon 6 II, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $3000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Opticon 6 MK2's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
DALI Opticon 6 II
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Average
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High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
DALI Opticon 6 II
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DALI Opticon 6 II Woofer
DALI Opticon 6 II's Wood Fiber Woofer

Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 3000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the DALI Opticon 6 II's 49Hz:

  • KLH Kendall with Low Frequency of 25 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 6 MK2)
  • GoldenEar Triton Five with Low Frequency of 26 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 6 MK2)
  • KLH Concord with Low Frequency of 28 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 6 MK2)
  • SVS Ultra Tower with Low Frequency of 28 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 6 MK2)
  • GoldenEar Triton Seven with Low Frequency of 29 Hz (Compare w/ Opticon 6 MK2)

DALI Opticon 6 II Tweeter
DALI Opticon 6 II's Soft-dome + ribbon Hybrid Tweeter

Crossover frequency of the DALI Opticon 6 II?

Opticon 6 MK2 is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange set to 800Hz and the Crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 14000Hz.

Impedance and Sensitivity

DALI Opticon 6 II's nominal impedance level is 4 ohms and has a sensitivity of 88 dB.

Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
DALI Opticon 6 II
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Average
Max

Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the DALI Opticon 6 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 6 MK2 with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.

Sensitivity

88dB of the DALI Opticon 6 MK2 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 Opticon 6 II:

  • Integrated Amps under 2000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 3000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 5000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Opticon 6 MK2 has Post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.

DALI Opticon 6 II Back View
DALI Opticon 6 II Back View

DALI Opticon 6 II External Dimensions and Weight

DALI Opticon 6 II has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 39-3/4 x 7-5/8 x 13-3/8inch (1010.0 x 195.0 x 340.0mm ).

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 6 II is approximately 663.0cm2 / 102.8inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of DALI Opticon 6 II, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

DALI Opticon 6 II Real Life Body Size Comparison
DALI Opticon 6 II Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the DALI Opticon 6 II virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.

DALI Opticon 6 II placed next to a Media Stand
DALI Opticon 6 II Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand

Weight

The DALI Opticon 6 II weighs 19.30kg / 42.5lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Opticon 6 MK2's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
DALI Opticon 6 II
Min
Average
Max
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $3000
DALI Opticon 6 II
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Average
Max

How does the DALI Opticon 6 II compare to the DALI Opticon 8 MK2?

One of the natural alternative to the DALI Opticon 6 II is the Opticon 8 MK2 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 Opticon 6 II vs DALI Opticon 8 II Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of DALI Opticon 6 II and DALI Opticon 8 II Size and External Dimensions

Check the Detailed Comparison of DALI Opticon 6 II vs Opticon 8 MK2 for more details.

Cabinet type and Materials

DALI Opticon 6 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.

Speaker Feet

DALI Opticon 6 II comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
  • 4 Outrigger feet
  • 4 Spikes (with lock nuts)
  • 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 6 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.

    DALI Opticon 6 II  Port
    DALI Opticon 6 II Port

    Available colors

    DALI Opticon 6 II is available in Satin Black, Tobacco Oak and Satin White.

    Does the DALI Opticon 6 II come with a Grille?

    Opticon 6 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 6 II  with Grille
    DALI Opticon 6 II with Grille

    What's in the Box of DALI Opticon 6 II?

    Here are the items that are included inside the box of Opticon 6 MK2:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 2 Binding post jumpers (pre-installed)
  • 4 Outrigger feet
  • 4 Spikes (with lock nuts)
  • 4 Rubber pads
  • 4 Screws
  • Hex-key
  • Wrench
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Congratulations Card
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the DALI Opticon 6 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.

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the DALI Opticon 6 MK2 speaker:
    Official Brochure for DALI Opticon 6 II

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the DALI Opticon 6 MK2 speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for DALI Opticon 6 II

    Warranty

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

    DALI Opticon 6 MK2 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
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    DALI Opticon 8 II
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    Wharfedale EVO4.4
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    DALI Oberon 5
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    DALI Oberon 9
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    Monitor Audio Silver 300 7G
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    DALI Opticon 2 II
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    2-way 86.5 dB 4 ohms 59-25k Hz
    Frequently Asked Questions about DALI Opticon 6 MK2
    What is the External Dimensions of DALI Opticon 6 MK2
    What is the Speaker Sensitivity of DALI Opticon 6 MK2
    is the DALI Opticon 6 MK2 an easy to drive speaker?

    DALI Opticon 6 II Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandDALI
    Full Model NameDALI Opticon 6 MK2
    Speaker Type3-way Floor-standing
    Power Range25-200 watts
    Sensitivity88 dB
    Impedance4 ohms
    Max SPL110 dB
    Frequency Response49-30k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size6.5-inch
    Woofer CompositionWood Fiber
    Woofer SurroundRubber
    Tweeter Size17 x 45 mm ribbon + 1.125-inch
    Tweeter TypeSoft-dome + ribbon Hybrid
    Crossover freq800Hz, 2200Hz and 14,000Hz
    Port Positionrear

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypePost
    Biamp InputsYes
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height1010.0mm ( 39-3/4-inch)
    Width195.0mm ( 7-5/8-inch)
    Depth340.0mm ( 13-3/8-inch)
    Height1010.0mm ( 39-3/4-inch)
    Weight19.30kg ( 42.50 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    FinishMDF/Wood-grain vinyl
    Available ColorsSatin Black, Tobacco Oak, Satin White
    Mounting BracketNo
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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