Dynaudio Evoke 30 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Dynaudio. It features a 1.1" Tweeter and 2 x 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 40-23k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. Dynaudio Evoke 30 has an MSRP of 3500$ per pair but can often be found around 2700$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Dynaudio Evoke 30 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 | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| 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.)
Dynaudio Evoke 30 Lifestyle
Dynaudio's Evoke Series of Loudspeakers
Evoke 30 is a member of Dynaudio's Evoke series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Dynaudio Evoke Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Dynaudio Evoke 30 Speaker
Dynaudio Evoke 30 has a Frequency response range of 40-23k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 40 Hz, Evoke 30 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.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Dynaudio Evoke 30, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $5000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Evoke 30's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 5000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Dynaudio Evoke 30's 40Hz:
Crossover frequency of the Dynaudio Evoke 30?
The Crossover frequency of the Evoke 30 is set to 1200Hz and 2300Hz. 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
Dynaudio Evoke 30's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms and has a sensitivity of
88 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Dynaudio Evoke 30 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 Dynaudio Evoke 30 with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
88dB of the Dynaudio Evoke 30 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 Dynaudio Evoke 30:
Input Type
Evoke 30 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Dynaudio Evoke 30 Back View
Dynaudio Evoke 30 External Dimensions and Weight
Dynaudio Evoke 30 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 36-1/2 x 10-5/8 x 13-1/2inch (928.0 x 180.0 x 343.0mm ).
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 Dynaudio Evoke 30 is approximately 617.4cm2 / 95.7inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Dynaudio Evoke 30, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Dynaudio Evoke 30 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Dynaudio Evoke 30 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
Dynaudio Evoke 30 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
WeightThe Dynaudio Evoke 30 weighs 15.50kg / 34.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Evoke 30's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $5000
Dynaudio Evoke 30 - Top View
How does the Dynaudio Evoke 30 compare to the Dynaudio Evoke 50?
One of the natural alternative to the Dynaudio Evoke 30 is the Evoke 50 which is located one step higher in Dynaudio'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:
Comparison image of Dynaudio Evoke 30 and Dynaudio Evoke 50 Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of Dynaudio Evoke 30 vs Evoke 50 for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Dynaudio Evoke 30 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood veneer 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
Dynaudio Evoke 30 comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes 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
Dynaudio Evoke 30 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. Evoke 30 comes with
Foam port plug so if you don't have any choice but place the speakers too close to the walls or other surfaces, you can use these plugs in order to avoid boomy or too much bass.
Available colors
Dynaudio Evoke 30 is available in Oak (blonde).
Does the Dynaudio Evoke 30 come with a Grille?
Evoke 30 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.
Dynaudio Evoke 30 with Grille
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 30?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Evoke 30:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes4 Locking nuts8 Washers8 ScrewsFoam port plugHex-keyTweeter protection cover (pre-installed)Instructions for UseImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Card
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Dynaudio Evoke 30.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Dynaudio Evoke 30, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Dynaudio Evoke 30
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Dynaudio Evoke 30 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Dynaudio Evoke 30
Warranty
5 Years (8 Years registered) of parts warranty and 5 Years (8 Years registered) of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.