MartinLogan Dynamo IW S is a 1-way Passive In-wall speaker by MartinLogan. It was released in 2023. It features a Tweeter and 2 x 8" Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 35-190 Hz. MartinLogan Dynamo IW S has an MSRP of 1600$ per pair but can often be found around 0$ per pair.
MartinLogan's Dynamo Series of Loudspeakers
Dynamo IW S is a member of MartinLogan's Dynamo series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
MartinLogan Dynamo Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the MartinLogan Dynamo IW S Speaker
MartinLogan Dynamo IW S has a Frequency response range of 35-190 Hz at ±3dB. With a minimum frequency of 35 Hz, Dynamo IW S 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 MartinLogan Dynamo IW S, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $2000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Dynamo IW S's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
In-wall Speakers
High Frequency
In-wall Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
MartinLogan Dynamo IW S's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
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Sensitivity
In-wall Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so MartinLogan Dynamo IW S is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only dB, MartinLogan Dynamo IW S 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.
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Input Type
Dynamo IW S features Spring post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
MartinLogan Dynamo IW S External Dimensions and Weight
MartinLogan Dynamo IW S has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) .
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the MartinLogan Dynamo IW S.
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.