Audio T Verdict
The Dynaudio Evoke 30 is a beautifully finished compact floorstander that delivers a much bigger and more confident performance than its slim cabinet suggests.
Its Cerotar tweeter and twin 14cm Esotec+ MSP drivers combine smooth treble, an open midrange and substantial bass, making it well suited to medium-sized rooms and a wide range of music.
With 88dB sensitivity and a 4-ohm impedance, it benefits from an amplifier with clean power and good current delivery. Careful positioning also pays dividends because the rear port can produce too much bass if placed very close to a wall.
For customers who want genuine floorstanding scale without a visually imposing cabinet, the Evoke 30 is one of the most appealing models in the Dynaudio range.
Dynaudio Evoke 30 Floorstanding Speakers
The Dynaudio Evoke 30 is a premium passive 2.5-way floorstanding loudspeaker designed for high-quality stereo systems and multichannel home cinema installations.
Each speaker combines:
- One 28mm Cerotar coated fabric soft-dome tweeter
- Dynaudio’s Hexis resonance-control inner dome
- Two 14cm long-throw Esotec+ MSP drivers
- A model-specific second-order passive crossover
- A rear-ported bass-reflex cabinet
- A subtly curved and tapered enclosure
- A wide floor-support assembly
- A removable black grille
- A single pair of loudspeaker terminals
The Evoke 30 is supplied as a matched stereo pair, with each speaker packaged separately.
The Compact Evoke Floorstander
The Evoke 30 sits between the Evoke 20 standmount and the larger three-way Evoke 50 floorstander.
Its narrow cabinet and twin 14cm drivers make it particularly suitable for:
- Small and medium-sized listening rooms
- Living rooms where a discreet floorstander is preferred
- Systems requiring more scale than a standmount can provide
- Listeners who do not want separate speaker stands
- Quality stereo systems
- Front-channel duties in an Evoke home cinema
The speaker offers greater sensitivity and low-frequency output than the Evoke standmount models while remaining considerably smaller than the Evoke 50.
Technology from Dynaudio’s Larger Ranges
The Evoke range brings together engineering developed for several of Dynaudio’s more ambitious loudspeakers.
Its technology draws on work completed for:
- Dynaudio Special Forty
- Dynaudio Contour
- Dynaudio Confidence
- Dynaudio professional studio monitors
This includes the Cerotar tweeter, Hexis inner dome, long-throw MSP drivers and crossover principles refined using Dynaudio’s Jupiter measurement facility.
2.5-Way Driver Configuration
The Evoke 30 uses two 14cm MSP drivers within a 2.5-way configuration.
Both drivers contribute through the bass, but they do not reproduce the same frequency range throughout the midrange.
Within the Evoke 30:
- Both 14cm drivers reproduce low frequencies
- One driver is progressively filtered through the region around 1200Hz
- The remaining driver continues through the midrange
- The Cerotar tweeter takes over through the upper crossover region at approximately 2300Hz
This arrangement provides greater low-frequency cone area while limiting interference between the two vertically separated MSP drivers through the upper midrange.
Why Use a 2.5-Way System?
A 2.5-way loudspeaker combines some of the simplicity of a two-way design with the additional bass output of a second driver.
Using both MSP drivers through the lower frequencies provides:
- Greater bass output
- Reduced excursion for each driver at a given volume
- Improved dynamic headroom
- Greater scale than a single-driver standmount
- More convincing reproduction of drums, bass guitar and piano
Allowing one driver to continue through the midrange helps the speaker integrate cleanly with the Cerotar tweeter.
28mm Cerotar Soft-Dome Tweeter
High frequencies are reproduced by Dynaudio’s 28mm Cerotar coated fabric soft-dome tweeter.
The Cerotar was developed for the Evoke range using technology inspired by the Esotar Forty anniversary tweeter and the Esotar3 used in Dynaudio’s Confidence series.
Its main elements include:
- A precision-coated fabric diaphragm
- Dynaudio’s Hexis inner dome
- A lightweight aluminium voice coil
- A strontium-carbonate Ferrite+ ceramic magnet system
- Controlled airflow behind the playing surface
- A carefully damped internal cavity
The tweeter is designed to combine detail and openness with the smooth, controlled presentation associated with Dynaudio’s fabric-dome designs.
Precision-Coated Fabric Diaphragm
The Cerotar uses a carefully coated fabric playing surface rather than a rigid metal dome.
The fabric and surface treatment provide:
- Low moving mass
- Controlled internal damping
- Smooth diaphragm behaviour
- Consistent production
- Reduced dependence on a strong resonant peak
The diaphragm, coating, voice coil, Hexis and magnet system are engineered as one complete high-frequency assembly.
Hexis Resonance-Control Inner Dome
The Hexis is a small dimpled inner dome positioned immediately behind the Cerotar diaphragm.
Its shape guides airflow behind the playing surface and helps prevent internal standing waves from reflecting back towards the soft dome.
Reducing this unwanted energy can improve:
- High-frequency smoothness
- Transient control
- Low-level detail
- Decay and ambience
- Integration with the upper MSP driver
The same basic Hexis concept is also used within Dynaudio’s more expensive Confidence loudspeakers.
Ferrite+ Ceramic Tweeter Magnet
The Cerotar tweeter is driven by a strontium-carbonate Ferrite+ ceramic magnet system.
The motor provides the magnetic force required to move the lightweight aluminium voice coil and fabric diaphragm accurately.
It is designed to provide suitable sensitivity, control and thermal stability during quiet listening and stronger musical peaks.
Lightweight Aluminium Tweeter Voice Coil
The Cerotar uses an aluminium voice coil to keep its moving mass low.
A lightweight assembly can respond quickly to small changes in the musical signal while reducing stored energy within the tweeter.
The voice coil, dome and magnet system remain controlled during fine detail and higher-level treble passages.
Twin 14cm Esotec+ MSP Drivers
Midrange and bass frequencies are reproduced by two 14cm long-throw Esotec+ drivers.
Each driver incorporates:
- A one-piece MSP diaphragm
- An integrated central dust-cap area
- Dynaudio Balance Ribs
- A large 52mm aluminium voice coil
- A rigid glass-fibre voice-coil former
- An aramid-fibre spider
- A Contour-derived long-throw surround
- A strontium-carbonate Ferrite+ ceramic magnet system
The upper driver reproduces bass and midrange frequencies, while the lower unit reinforces the bass within the 2.5-way system.
One-Piece MSP Cones
Each diaphragm is made from Dynaudio’s Magnesium Silicate Polymer, normally abbreviated to MSP.
The cone and central dust-cap area are moulded as one continuous component rather than joined together as separate pieces.
This construction provides:
- Consistent behaviour across the diaphragm
- Controlled stiffness
- Useful internal damping
- A direct mechanical connection to the voice coil
- No separate dust-cap joint to introduce another resonance
Dynaudio Balance Ribs
The small ribs visible around the centre of each MSP cone connect the diaphragm to the voice-coil former behind it.
These Balance Ribs help the cone and coil move as one controlled mechanical system.
The design transfers the motor’s force into the diaphragm while helping it maintain its intended shape as excursion increases.
Large 52mm Aluminium Voice Coils
Each Esotec+ driver uses a large 52mm-diameter aluminium voice coil.
Dynaudio selected aluminium to provide the required winding height without adding the complete moving mass of an equivalent copper coil.
The large voice-coil diameter helps:
- Distribute force across the MSP diaphragm
- Control the cone through demanding bass passages
- Provide useful electrical and mechanical damping
- Support extended driver movement
- Maintain clarity through the midrange
Glass-Fibre Voice-Coil Formers
The voice-coil windings are supported by rigid glass-fibre formers bonded directly behind the MSP diaphragms.
The formers must remain stable as the cones move and as temperature changes during prolonged playback.
Glass fibre provides a useful combination of rigidity, low mass and suitable electrical behaviour.
Aramid-Fibre Spiders
Each driver uses an aramid-fibre spider as part of its suspension system.
The spider helps keep the voice coil centred while controlling the cone’s forward and backward movement.
It must permit the required excursion without allowing the moving assembly to become unstable or misaligned.
Contour-Derived Long-Throw Surrounds
The Esotec+ drivers use long-throw surrounds derived from technology developed for Dynaudio’s Contour range.
The surrounds allow greater controlled movement, helping the two 14cm cones produce convincing bass and dynamic impact.
They must also preserve clear midrange reproduction because the upper driver continues through the critical vocal region.
Ferrite+ Driver Magnet Systems
Both Esotec+ drivers are powered by strontium-carbonate Ferrite+ ceramic magnet systems.
The motors provide the magnetic force required to control the aluminium voice coils and MSP diaphragms throughout their operating ranges.
They are designed to support:
- Controlled low-frequency movement
- Clear midrange reproduction
- Useful dynamic headroom
- Stable behaviour at higher listening levels
- Consistent integration with the Cerotar tweeter
Model-Specific Second-Order Crossover
The Evoke 30 uses a model-specific passive crossover with a second-order topology.
The network is designed around the Cerotar tweeter, twin 14cm Esotec+ drivers, cabinet volume and front-baffle geometry.
The crossover manages:
- Frequency division between the drivers
- Relative output levels
- Electrical and acoustic phase
- Integration through both crossover regions
- Behaviour away from the central listening axis
1200Hz Lower Crossover Region
Both MSP drivers contribute through the bass, but one is progressively filtered through the region around 1200Hz.
The remaining driver continues through the midrange before handing over to the Cerotar tweeter.
This arrangement combines additional low-frequency cone area with more controlled behaviour through the vocal range.
2300Hz Tweeter Crossover
The Cerotar tweeter takes over through the upper crossover region at approximately 2300Hz.
The tweeter, upper MSP driver, cabinet and crossover must maintain consistent output and phase through this transition.
The final acoustic behaviour depends on the natural driver responses as well as the electrical crossover components.
Rear-Ported Bass-Reflex Cabinet
The Evoke 30 uses a rear-mounted bass-reflex port.
The port works with the cabinet volume and twin MSP drivers to extend low-frequency output beyond what would normally be possible from a similarly sized sealed enclosure.
The rear position helps preserve the clean appearance of the front baffle, but it also means that distance from the wall behind the speaker affects the final bass balance.
Rear-Port Positioning
Moving the Evoke 30 closer to a rear wall will normally increase perceived bass output.
Moving it further into the room can improve:
- Bass definition
- Low-frequency timing
- Soundstage depth
- Separation between instruments
- The consistency of individual bass notes
The optimum position will depend on the room dimensions, wall construction, floor and listening-seat position.
Begin with Clear Space Behind the Speakers
Start with both speakers positioned symmetrically and with clear space behind their rear ports.
Move the pair in small, equal increments while listening for the best balance of bass weight, definition and soundstage depth.
Optional Foam Port Plugs
Dynaudio lists a compatible foam plug for the Evoke 30’s rear port.
A port plug may be useful where the speakers must sit unusually close to a wall or where the room produces excessive low-frequency reinforcement.
Restricting the port changes the speaker’s bass extension and overall balance, so positioning should be optimised before a plug is used.
Your local Audio T store can advise on availability and whether a port plug is appropriate for your room.
40Hz to 23kHz Frequency Response
Dynaudio specifies a frequency response from 40Hz to 23kHz within a +/-3dB tolerance.
This gives the Evoke 30 substantial low-frequency extension for a slim floorstanding speaker.
Actual in-room bass will also depend on:
- Distance from nearby walls
- Room dimensions
- Floor construction
- Listening-seat position
- Amplifier control
- Port-plug use
- Low-frequency room modes
Using the Evoke 30 Without a Subwoofer
The Evoke 30’s twin MSP drivers provide sufficient bass extension and output for many conventional stereo systems.
It can reproduce convincing weight from:
- Bass guitars
- Kick drums
- Piano
- Cello and double bass
- Electronic music
- Film and television soundtracks
A separate subwoofer will not be essential in every room, particularly where music is the main priority.
Adding the Dynaudio Sub 6
The Dynaudio Sub 6 includes a dedicated performance map for the Evoke 30.
Its DSP can tailor the subwoofer’s roll-off to complement the known low-frequency behaviour of the speakers.
The Sub 6 also provides:
- Adjustable crossover control
- Level adjustment
- Phase adjustment
- Time-delay control
- Parametric equalisation
- Balanced and unbalanced connections
A properly integrated subwoofer should extend the system without becoming obvious as a separate source of bass.
88dB Sensitivity
The Evoke 30 has a specified sensitivity of 88dB at 2.83V measured at one metre.
This makes it more sensitive than the Evoke 10 and Evoke 20 standmount speakers.
The required amplifier output will still depend on:
- Room size
- Listening distance
- Preferred volume
- Musical dynamics
- Amplifier current delivery
- The required headroom above average listening level
4-Ohm Rated Impedance
Dynaudio specifies a rated impedance of 4 ohms.
The partnering amplifier should be suitable for a 4-ohm loudspeaker and capable of maintaining clean output at the intended listening level.
A 4-ohm load can require more current than a conventional 8-ohm speaker at the same output voltage.
200W IEC Long-Term Power Handling
Dynaudio specifies IEC long-term power handling of 200W.
This does not mean that a 200W amplifier is compulsory, nor does it guarantee that the speaker cannot be damaged by an amplifier carrying the same rating.
A lower-powered amplifier driven into clipping can produce harmful distortion, while a more powerful amplifier used within sensible limits may provide cleaner dynamic headroom.
Reduce the Volume if the Sound Becomes Distorted
Audible hardness, compression, crackling or obvious distortion can indicate that the amplifier or speakers are being overloaded.
Reduce the volume immediately rather than continuing at the same level.
Amplifier Matching
The Evoke 30 works successfully with a broad range of quality integrated, streaming and separate amplifiers.
Important considerations include:
- Stable output into 4 ohms
- Current delivery
- Power-supply capacity
- Low-frequency control
- Room size
- Listening distance
- Preferred playback level
- Source and pre-amplifier quality
A well-designed moderate-power amplifier can provide excellent results in a smaller room, while stronger amplification will offer additional bass control and headroom at longer listening distances.
The final choice should be established through demonstration rather than comparing headline wattage figures alone.
Browse integrated amplifiers and separates at Audio T to explore suitable options.
Single-Wire Loudspeaker Connections
Each Evoke 30 uses one pair of rear loudspeaker terminals.
The speakers are designed for conventional single wiring rather than passive bi-wiring or bi-amping.
The amplifier should always be switched off before speaker cables are connected or removed.
Compatible Speaker-Cable Connections
The loudspeaker terminals can accommodate:
- Properly prepared stripped speaker cable
- Compatible 4mm banana plugs
- Compatible cable spades
Loose bare-wire strands must not be allowed to touch the opposite terminal, as this could short-circuit the amplifier output.
Correct Speaker Polarity
Connect the positive amplifier terminal to the positive speaker terminal and the negative amplifier terminal to the negative speaker terminal.
If one speaker is connected with reversed polarity, the system may lose bass weight, central focus and stereo-image stability even though both speakers continue to produce sound.
The left and right speaker-cable runs should be approximately the same length.
Speaker-Cable Selection
The speaker cable should have sufficiently low resistance for its required length and should be compatible with the partnering amplifier.
Selection should consider:
- Total cable length
- Conductor area
- Amplifier compatibility
- Connector quality
- Installation route
- The balance of the complete system
Browse speaker cables available from Audio T to compare suitable options.
Curved and Tapered Cabinet
The Evoke 30 uses a subtly curved and tapered cabinet inspired by Dynaudio’s Contour and Confidence ranges.
The enclosure provides a rigid platform for the Cerotar tweeter and twin Esotec+ drivers while reducing the visual bulk associated with a conventional rectangular cabinet.
Its softly rounded surfaces and concealed driver fixings give it a refined appearance with or without the grille fitted.
Concealed Driver Fixings
The driver mounting screws are hidden behind one-piece moulded trim rings.
The surface finish is incorporated during the moulding process, creating a clean and consistent appearance around the drive units.
This allows the front baffle to remain tidy when the grilles are removed.
Black, White, Walnut and Blonde Wood Finishes
Audio T currently lists the Evoke 30 in:
- Black High Gloss
- White High Gloss
- Walnut Wood
- Blonde Wood
Availability can vary according to current UK production and stock.
High-Gloss Lacquer Finishes
The Black High Gloss and White High Gloss versions use Dynaudio’s multi-stage lacquering process.
The finish produces a deep, smooth surface with an almost glass-like appearance.
High-gloss cabinets should be cleaned carefully with a clean, soft cloth to reduce the risk of fine surface marks.
Open Natural Wood Veneers
Walnut Wood provides a darker and warmer appearance, while Blonde Wood uses a lighter natural tone.
The open veneers allow the texture and character of the timber to remain visible and tactile.
Natural veneer will display individual differences in grain, colour and pattern. The cabinets are matched as a stereo pair and should remain together as supplied.
Black Removable Grilles
Black removable grilles are supplied with every cabinet finish.
The grilles help protect the Cerotar tweeter and MSP cones from dust and accidental contact.
Never press on the delicate tweeter diaphragm while removing or replacing a grille.
Wide Floor-Support Assembly
The main cabinet measures 180mm wide, while the complete speaker measures approximately 268mm across its floor-support assembly.
The broader footprint improves stability without making the main cabinet visually bulky.
The floor supports and contact hardware should be installed according to Dynaudio’s supplied instructions before the speakers are moved into their final positions.
Floor Contact and Levelling
Each speaker should stand vertically on a firm, level surface without rocking.
The appropriate floor-contact hardware should be selected for carpeted or hard-floor installations.
Protective discs or pads should be used where required to avoid marking wood, tile or other sensitive surfaces.
Fit the Floor Hardware Carefully
Each Evoke 30 weighs approximately 15.5kg.
Lay the cabinet only on a clean, soft and stable surface while fitting the floor supports, and avoid placing pressure on the tweeter, MSP cones or rear terminals.
Speaker Positioning
Begin with the speakers positioned symmetrically and with clear space behind their rear ports.
Move both speakers in equal increments while assessing:
- Bass weight
- Bass definition
- Central vocal focus
- Soundstage width
- Soundstage depth
- Image stability
Small changes in wall clearance, speaker spacing or listening-seat position can produce worthwhile improvements.
Speaker Spacing
The distance between the speakers should normally be similar to, or slightly less than, the distance from each speaker to the main listening position.
If the pair is positioned too closely, the soundstage may lack width and scale.
If the speakers are positioned too far apart, voices and instruments in the centre can become diffuse or disconnected.
Toe-In and Listening Angle
There is no single toe-in angle that will suit every room.
Greater toe-in can:
- Strengthen central image focus
- Reduce some side-wall reflection
- Create a more direct high-frequency balance
Less toe-in can:
- Broaden the apparent soundstage
- Create a more relaxed tonal balance
- Provide more even coverage across a wider seating area
Both speakers should be adjusted by the same amount.
Symmetrical Room Placement
Where practical, the immediate surroundings of the left and right speakers should have similar acoustic properties.
Placing one speaker beside heavy curtains and the other beside a bare reflective wall can affect tonal balance and stereo imaging.
Windows, alcoves, open doorways, fireplaces and substantial furniture should all be considered during setup.
Using the Evoke 30 in a Home Cinema System
The Evoke 30 can form the front left and right channels within a Dynaudio Evoke home cinema system.
The shared Cerotar tweeter and related MSP technology help maintain a consistent tonal character across the range.
A complete system can combine:
- Evoke 30 front speakers
- Evoke 25C centre speaker
- Evoke 10 or Evoke 20 surround speakers
- A suitable active subwoofer
Matching Centre Speaker
The Dynaudio Evoke 25C is the dedicated centre-channel speaker for the Evoke range.
It uses the same Cerotar tweeter and twin 14cm Esotec+ MSP driver concept, helping dialogue and effects retain a consistent character as they move across the front soundstage.
AV Receiver Matching
When the Evoke 30 is used in a multichannel system, the AV receiver should be selected for the complete speaker arrangement rather than only the front pair.
Important considerations include:
- Stable operation into 4 ohms
- Power available with several channels operating
- Room size and listening distance
- Speaker crossover settings
- Subwoofer integration
- Required film and music playback levels
- Room-calibration facilities
Browse home cinema amplifiers and AV receivers at Audio T.
Evoke 30 or Evoke 20?
Choose the Evoke 30 When
- A compact floorstanding design is preferred
- Greater bass output and scale are required
- Twin 14cm MSP drivers suit the room
- Separate speaker stands are undesirable
- Higher sensitivity is useful
- The wider floor footprint can be accommodated
Choose the Evoke 20 When
- A standmount design is preferred
- An 18cm MSP driver provides the required bass
- Greater positioning flexibility is useful
- The room is smaller or more restricted
- Suitable speaker stands are already available
- The lower purchase price better suits the system
The Dynaudio Evoke 20 is a powerful two-way standmount speaker using one larger 18cm Esotec+ MSP driver.
Evoke 30 or Emit 30?
Choose the Evoke 30 When
- A more ambitious driver and crossover implementation is preferred
- Premium lacquer or natural veneer finishes are important
- 40Hz published bass extension is required
- Large 52mm aluminium voice coils are desirable
- The amplifier and source justify the additional investment
- Greater overall refinement is the priority
Choose the Emit 30 When
- A lower purchase price better suits the system
- The simpler laminate finishes suit the room
- A compact 2.5-way floorstander is still required
- The system may form part of an Emit home cinema
- The budget must also cover amplification and sources
- The Emit 30 provides the required bass and scale
The Dynaudio Emit 30 is a more affordable compact floorstander using twin 14cm MSP drivers and a Cerotar tweeter.
Evoke 30 or Evoke 50?
Choose the Evoke 30 When
- A compact floorstander is easier to accommodate
- A 2.5-way design suits the system
- Twin 14cm drivers provide sufficient scale
- The room is small or medium in size
- Higher sensitivity is useful
- The lower purchase price keeps the system balanced
Choose the Evoke 50 When
- A full three-way design is preferred
- A dedicated midrange driver is required
- Twin 18cm woofers suit the room
- Greater bass extension and output are required
- Higher playback levels are expected
- The larger cabinet can be positioned correctly
The Dynaudio Evoke 50 is the flagship Evoke model, combining twin 18cm woofers with a dedicated 15cm MSP midrange driver.
Running-In Period
The Evoke 30 can be used immediately after installation, but the driver suspensions may continue to settle during the first several hours of normal playback.
Bass response, integration and overall ease may improve as the moving parts reach their intended flexibility.
Special test signals or continuous high-volume playback are unnecessary. Normal varied music at sensible levels is sufficient.
Cabinet and Driver Care
Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or very slightly damp cloth.
Do not use:
- Abrasive cleaning products
- Furniture polish
- Solvents
- Aerosol sprays
- Excessive water
Never touch the Cerotar soft dome. Dust on the MSP cones or grilles should be removed gently with a clean, soft brush.
Protecting the Cabinet Finish
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, strong uneven artificial light, high humidity or extreme temperature changes.
Natural veneer can change colour gradually with age and exposure to light.
High-gloss lacquer should be cleaned carefully to reduce the risk of fine surface marks.
System Matching
Well Suited To
- High-quality integrated amplifiers
- Premium streaming amplifiers
- Vinyl, CD and digital sources
- Small and medium-sized listening rooms
- Listeners wanting floorstanding scale from a slim cabinet
- Dedicated stereo systems
- Dynaudio Evoke home cinema systems
- Carefully integrated active subwoofers
Check Before Buying
- The amplifier is suitable for a 4-ohm loudspeaker
- There is sufficient space behind the rear ports
- The 268mm-wide floor footprint can be accommodated
- The speakers can be positioned symmetrically
- The room suits the speaker’s bass capability
- The floor hardware can be installed safely
- The finish can be protected from sunlight and marking
- Subwoofer integration has been considered if required
Related Dynaudio Products and Audio T Guides
Key Features
- Premium passive floorstanding loudspeaker
- Supplied as a matched stereo pair
- Designed and engineered by Dynaudio
- 2.5-way driver configuration
- 28mm Cerotar coated fabric soft-dome tweeter
- Dynaudio Hexis resonance-control inner dome
- Ferrite+ ceramic tweeter magnet
- Lightweight aluminium tweeter voice coil
- Two 14cm long-throw Esotec+ MSP drivers
- One midrange and bass driver
- One additional bass driver
- One-piece Magnesium Silicate Polymer cones
- Integrated central dust-cap areas
- Dynaudio Balance Ribs
- Large 52mm aluminium voice coils
- Rigid glass-fibre voice-coil formers
- Aramid-fibre spiders
- Contour-derived long-throw surrounds
- Ferrite+ ceramic driver magnets
- Model-specific passive crossover
- Approximately 1200Hz lower crossover region
- 2300Hz upper crossover frequency
- Second-order crossover topology
- Rear-ported bass-reflex cabinet
- Optional compatible foam port plug
- 40Hz to 23kHz response within +/-3dB
- 88dB sensitivity
- 4-ohm rated impedance
- 200W IEC long-term power handling
- Single-wire loudspeaker connections
- Compatible with stripped speaker cable
- Compatible with 4mm banana plugs
- Compatible with cable spades
- Curved and tapered cabinet
- Concealed driver fixings
- One-piece moulded trim rings
- Wide floor-support assembly
- Black removable grilles
- Black High Gloss finish
- White High Gloss finish
- Walnut Wood finish
- Blonde Wood finish
- 15.5kg weight per speaker
- 920mm complete height
- Dynaudio Sub 6 performance-map compatibility
- Suitable for stereo and home cinema systems
- Up to eight-year total warranty after registration
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dynaudio Evoke 30 sold as a pair?
Yes. The Audio T product is supplied as a matched stereo pair, with each speaker packaged separately.
Is the Evoke 30 a three-way speaker?
No. It is a 2.5-way design using two 14cm MSP drivers and one Cerotar tweeter.
What does 2.5-way mean?
Both MSP drivers contribute through the bass, but one is progressively filtered through the lower crossover region while the other continues through the midrange before handing over to the tweeter.
Which tweeter does it use?
A 28mm Cerotar coated fabric soft-dome tweeter with Dynaudio’s Hexis inner dome.
What is the Hexis?
It is a dimpled inner dome positioned behind the tweeter diaphragm to control airflow and reduce unwanted internal resonance.
How many MSP drivers are fitted?
Each speaker uses two 14cm Esotec+ MSP drivers.
What does MSP mean?
MSP stands for Magnesium Silicate Polymer, Dynaudio’s proprietary cone material.
What size are the voice coils?
Each MSP driver uses a 52mm-diameter aluminium voice coil.
What are the crossover frequencies?
Dynaudio specifies approximately 1200Hz and 2300Hz.
What is the crossover topology?
Dynaudio specifies a second-order passive crossover.
What type of bass port is used?
A rear-mounted bass-reflex port.
Is a foam port plug available?
Yes. Dynaudio lists a compatible foam plug for the Evoke 30. Your local Audio T store can advise on availability and whether it is suitable for your room.
What is the frequency response?
Dynaudio specifies 40Hz to 23kHz within +/-3dB.
What is the sensitivity?
88dB at 2.83V measured at one metre.
What is the rated impedance?
4 ohms.
Does Dynaudio publish a minimum impedance?
A minimum impedance figure is not included in Dynaudio’s current published Evoke 30 specification.
Is the Evoke 30 difficult to drive?
Its sensitivity is reasonably high, but the 4-ohm impedance means it benefits from a quality amplifier with stable output and good current delivery.
How much amplifier power is required?
There is no single correct figure. Room size, listening distance, preferred volume, current delivery and amplifier quality all matter.
Does it require a 200W amplifier?
No. The 200W figure is its IEC long-term power-handling specification, not a compulsory amplifier rating.
Can the speakers be bi-wired?
No. Each Evoke 30 uses one pair of loudspeaker terminals for conventional single wiring.
Which cable connectors are supported?
The terminals can accommodate properly prepared stripped speaker cable, compatible 4mm banana plugs and cable spades.
How far should the speakers be from the wall?
Begin with clear space behind the rear ports where practical, then move both speakers equally while assessing bass weight and definition.
Can the Evoke 30 be placed close to a wall?
Yes, although wall proximity will normally increase perceived bass output. Keep the ports unobstructed and consider a compatible foam plug only after testing the speaker position.
Should the speakers be toed in?
Experiment with equal toe-in on both channels. The optimum angle depends on the room, listening distance and preferred balance between image focus and soundstage width.
Does the Evoke 30 require a subwoofer?
Not necessarily. Its 40Hz published lower cutoff provides substantial bass for music. A subwoofer can add deeper extension or home cinema impact where required.
Is the Dynaudio Sub 6 compatible?
Yes. The Sub 6 includes a dedicated performance map for the Evoke 30.
Can the Evoke 30 be used in a home cinema?
Yes. It is suitable for front left and right use within a Dynaudio Evoke multichannel system.
Which centre speaker matches it?
The Dynaudio Evoke 25C is the dedicated centre-channel speaker for the Evoke range.
Are removable grilles included?
Yes. Black removable grilles are supplied.
Which finishes are available?
Audio T currently lists Black High Gloss, White High Gloss, Walnut Wood and Blonde Wood, subject to availability.
What are the cabinet dimensions?
Dynaudio specifies 180 x 900 x 267mm (W x H x D).
What are the dimensions including the feet and grille?
Dynaudio specifies 268 x 920 x 342mm (W x H x D).
How much does each speaker weigh?
Approximately 15.5kg.
How are the speakers packaged?
Each speaker is packaged separately, so a stereo pair is supplied in two cartons.
Do the speakers require running in?
They can be used immediately, but the drivers may continue to settle during the first several hours of normal playback.
What warranty is available?
Dynaudio passive speakers receive the applicable standard legal and manufacturer warranty. Registration within 12 months of purchase can extend total cover to 96 months, subject to Dynaudio’s full terms and proof of purchase.
Why Buy From Audio T?
- Dynaudio Evoke 30 demonstrations
- Comparisons with the Emit 30, Evoke 20 and Evoke 50
- Amplifier power, current and system-matching advice
- Comparisons between integrated and streaming amplifiers
- Room-size and listening-distance assessment
- Speaker positioning, spacing and toe-in setup
- Rear-port and wall-clearance guidance
- Foam port-plug assessment where positioning is restricted
- Floor-support fitting and levelling advice
- Hard-floor and carpet installation guidance
- Speaker-cable selection and termination
- Dynaudio Sub 6 setup and integration
- Evoke 25C home cinema system matching
- AV receiver and surround-system advice
- Finish selection and cabinet-care guidance
- Home demonstrations may be available by arrangement
- Part exchange may be available on suitable existing equipment
- Dynaudio warranty-registration guidance
- Ongoing system, setup and after-sales support
Contact your local Audio T store to arrange a demonstration or discuss amplifier, room, cable and system matching for the Dynaudio Evoke 30.