DALI Spektor Vokal is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by DALI. It was released in 2017. 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" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 4.5" Wood Fiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 66-26k Hz and a sensitivity of 87 dB. DALI Spektor Vokal has an MSRP of 350$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the DALI Spektor 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-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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 Spektor Vokal Lifestyle
DALI's Spektor Series of Loudspeakers
Spektor Vokal is a member of DALI's Spektor series of Passive speakers. Spektor is DALI's most affordable range, entry-level Danish speakers that bring the brand's clean, open sound to a budget price. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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DALI Spektor Series Speakers
DALI Spektor Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the DALI Spektor Vokal Speaker
DALI Spektor Vokal has a Frequency response range of 66-26k Hz and Power Range of 40-120 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how Spektor Vokal's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
DALI Spektor Vokal's Soft-Dome Tweeter
Crossover frequency of the DALI Spektor Vokal?
The crossover frequency of the Spektor Vokal 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.
Impedance and Sensitivity
DALI Spektor Vokal's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms and has a sensitivity of
87 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the DALI Spektor Vokal 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 Spektor Vokal 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 Spektor Vokal plays in your room →
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What amplifier does the DALI Spektor Vokal need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
20–120 W
per channel into 6 ohms.
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Input Type
Spektor Vokal features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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DALI Spektor Vokal External Dimensions and Weight
DALI Spektor Vokal has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 6 x 17.1 x 8inch (152.0 x 435.0 x 204.0mm ).
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 Spektor Vokal is approximately 887.4cm2 / 137.5inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of DALI Spektor Vokal, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
DALI Spektor Vokal Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
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WeightThe DALI Spektor Vokal weighs 5.30kg / 11.7lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Spektor Vokal's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $500
Cabinet type and Materials
DALI Spektor 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 Spektor Vokal 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 Spektor 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 Spektor Vokal is available in Black Ash, Walnut and White.
Does the DALI Spektor Vokal come with a Grille?
Spektor 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 Spektor Vokal with Grille
What's in the Box of DALI Spektor Vokal?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Spektor Vokal:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- Rubber Feet
- Manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the DALI Spektor Vokal.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the DALI Spektor Vokal, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for DALI Spektor Vokal
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the DALI Spektor Vokal speaker:
Official Brochure for DALI Spektor Vokal
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the DALI Spektor Vokal speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for DALI Spektor Vokal
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.