Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR is a 2-way Passive In-wall speaker by Definitive Technology. It was released in 2023. It features a 1" Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 34-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR has an MSRP of 1358$ per pair but can often be found around 0$ per pair.
Definitive Technology's DW Series of Loudspeakers
DW MAX SUR is a member of Definitive Technology's DW series of Passive speakers. The DW range are Definitive Technology's premium custom-install in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Frequency Response of the Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR Speaker
Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR has a Frequency response range of 34-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 34 Hz, DW MAX SUR delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how DW MAX SUR's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
In-wall Speakers
Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR
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Impedance and Sensitivity
Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms and has a sensitivity of
89 dB.
Sensitivity
In-wall Speakers
Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR 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 Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
89dB of the Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR plays in your room →
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What amplifier does the Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
19–300 W
per channel into 4 ohms.
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Input Type
DW MAX SUR features Spring post type connectors.
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Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR External Dimensions and Weight
Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) (474.7 x 242.9 x 100.3mm ).
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 Definitive Technology DW MAX SUR is approximately 243.6cm2 / 37.8inch2.
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Recommended Accessories
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Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.