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Definitive Technology Dymension DM10 Review
Definitive Technology Dymension DM10

Main Features

  • 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 5.25" Polypropelene Woofer
  • 1 x 9-inch Passive Radiators
  • 81-23 kHz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range: 50-200watts
  • Weight:29.10 lbs / 13.20 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 7.3"x19.5"x12.2" / 186 x 496 x 311 mm
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Definitive Dymension DM10 Review

Definitive Technology Dymension DM10 is a 2-way Passive Passive Radiator Center Channel speaker by Definitive Technology. 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" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" Polypropelene Woofer. Dymension DM10 also employs 1 x 9-inch passive radiators. The speaker has a frequency range of 81-23 kHz and a sensitivity of 90 dB. Definitive Dymension DM10 has an MSRP of 699$.

What size of room is the Definitive Dymension DM10 speaker good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use the Definitive Dymension DM10 is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various sizes of environments considering its size and max power parameters:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
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.)

What are the speakers in Definitive Technology's Dymension Series?

Dymension DM10 is a member of Definitive Technology's Dymension series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Definitive Technology Dymension Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Definitive Dymension DM80
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28-23k Hz 90 dB4Ω 1 x 12"
Definitive Dymension DM20
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91-23k Hz 89 dB4Ω 4 x 4.5"
Definitive Dymension DM60
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34-23k Hz 88 dB4Ω 1 x 8"
Definitive Dymension DM40
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55-23k Hz 87 dB4Ω 4 x 4.5"
Definitive Dymension DM30
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41-23k Hz 93 dB4Ω 1 x 8"
Definitive Dymension DM70
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30-23k Hz 90 dB4Ω 1 x 10"
Definitive Dymension DM10
81-23k Hz 90 dB4Ω 2 x 5.25"
Definitive Technology Dymension Series Speakers
Definitive Technology Dymension Series Speakers


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What is the Frequency Response of the Definitive Dymension DM10 speaker?

Definitive Dymension DM10 has a Frequency response range of 81-23 kHz at ±3dB (57 Hz–30 kHz (-10dB)) and Power Range of 50-200 watts. Here we have a comparison of how Dymension DM10's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.

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Center Channel Speakers
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Center Channel Speakers
Definitive Dymension DM10
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What are the Impedance and Sensitivity of the Definitive Dymension DM10? Is it an easy-to-drive speaker?

Definitive Dymension DM10's nominal impedance level is 4 ohms and has a sensitivity of 90 dB.

Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Definitive Dymension DM10
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Nominal Impedance of 4 Ohms means that the Definitive Technology Dymension DM10 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 Dymension DM10 with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.

Sensitivity

90dB of Definitive Technology Dymension DM10 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 Definitive Dymension DM10:

  • Integrated Amps under 500 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 750 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Dymension DM10 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Definitive Dymension DM10 Back View
Definitive Dymension DM10 Back View

Definitive Dymension DM10 Terminals
Definitive Dymension DM10's Binding post terminals

Definitive Dymension DM10 External Dimensions and Weight

Definitive Dymension DM10 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7.3 x 19.5 x 12.2 in (186 x 496 x 311 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 Definitive Dymension DM10 is approximately 1542.6cm2 / 239.1inch2.

Weight

The Definitive Dymension DM10 weighs 13.20kg / 29lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Dymension DM10's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Definitive Dymension DM10
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Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $750
Definitive Dymension DM10
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How does the Definitive Dymension DM10 compare to the Definitive Technology Dymension DM20?

One of the natural alternative to the Definitive Dymension DM10 is the Dymension DM20 which is located one step higher in Definitive Technology's Passive Center Channel selection.

Check the Detailed Comparison of Definitive Dymension DM10 vs Dymension DM20 for more details.

Cabinet type and Materials

Definitive Dymension DM10 has a Passive Radiator type cabinet.

Definitive Dymension DM10  - Side View
Definitive Dymension DM10 - Side View

Available colors

Definitive Dymension DM10 is available in Black.

Does the Definitive Dymension DM10 come with a Grille?

Dymension DM10 comes with fixed 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.

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Definitive Technology Dymension DM10 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Definitive Dymension DM10

Warranty

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

Definitive Dymension DM10  Lifestyle
Definitive Dymension DM10 Lifestyle

Definitive Technology Dymension DM10 Alternatives in Passive Center Channel Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Polk ES35
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2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 66-40k Hz
Klipsch RP-504C II
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2-way 96 dB 8 ohms 50-25k Hz
Klipsch RP-404C II
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2-way 94 dB 8 ohms 87-25k Hz
Emotiva Airmotiv C3+
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3-way 92 dB 4 ohms 40 Hz – 28 kHz
Wharfedale Diamond 12.C
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2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 90-20k Hz
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+
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3-way 92 dB 4 ohms 45 Hz – 28 kHz
Polk R400
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2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 48-39K Hz
Klipsch RP-500C II
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2-way 96 dB 8 ohms 60-25k Hz
Klipsch RP-600C
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2-way 97 dB 8 ohms 58-25k Hz
KEF Q650c
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2-way 87 dB 8 ohms 64-28k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Definitive Technology Dymension DM10
What is the External Dimensions of Definitive Technology Dymension DM10
What is the Speaker Sensitivity of Definitive Technology Dymension DM10
is the Definitive Technology Dymension DM10 an easy to drive speaker?



Definitive Dymension DM10 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandDefinitive Technology
Full Model NameDefinitive Technology Dymension DM10
Speaker Type2-way Center Channel
Power Range50-200 watts
Sensitivity90 dB
Impedance4 ohms
Frequency Response81-23 kHz
DRIVERS
Woofer Size5.25-inch
Woofer CompositionPolypropelene
Woofer SurroundRubber
Tweeter Size1-inch
Tweeter TypeHard-Dome

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsNo
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height186.0mm ( 7.3-inch)
Width496.0mm ( 19.5-inch)
Depth311.0mm ( 12.2-inch)
Height186.0mm ( 7.3-inch)
Weight13.20kg ( 29.10 lbs)
EnclosurePassive Radiator
Available ColorsBlack
Mounting BracketNo
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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