Audio T Verdict
The Dynaudio Emit 10 is a compact two-way standmount speaker that brings technology from the company’s Evoke, Contour and Confidence ranges into a more affordable and room-friendly design.
Its Cerotar soft-dome tweeter uses Dynaudio’s Hexis inner dome to reduce unwanted resonance, while the 14cm MSP mid/bass driver combines a one-piece cone, copper-clad aluminium voice coil and double-magnet system.
The Emit 10 is especially well suited to smaller listening rooms, desktop-style systems with suitable stands, and rear or surround-channel duties in an Emit home cinema system.
Its 86dB sensitivity and 6-ohm impedance make it reasonably straightforward to partner, although it still rewards an amplifier with clean power and good control.
The rear bass-reflex port helps the small cabinet produce more convincing low-frequency weight, but positioning close to a wall can alter the balance. Rigid stands and careful placement are important.
For customers building their first proper hi-fi system, or looking for a compact speaker that does not sound lightweight or insubstantial, the Emit 10 remains one of the most appealing entry points into the Dynaudio range.
Dynaudio Emit 10 Standmount Speakers
The Dynaudio Emit 10 is a compact passive two-way loudspeaker designed for stereo music systems and multichannel home cinema installations.
Each speaker combines:
- One 28mm Cerotar coated fabric soft-dome tweeter
- Dynaudio’s Hexis resonance-control inner dome
- One 14cm MSP mid/bass driver
- A model-specific passive crossover
- A dual-flared rear bass-reflex port
- An 18mm MDF cabinet
- A removable magnetic grille
The Emit 10 is supplied as a stereo pair. Speaker stands, amplification and speaker cables are required separately.
The Most Compact Emit Model
The Emit 10 is the smallest loudspeaker in Dynaudio’s current Emit range.
Its compact dimensions make it particularly suitable for:
- Small listening rooms
- Bedrooms and home offices
- Compact living-room systems
- Systems where floor space is limited
- Front speakers in a smaller home cinema
- Rear or surround channels in a larger Emit system
Although Dynaudio categorises it as a bookshelf speaker, it will normally perform best on rigid stands that place the tweeters close to seated ear height.
Technology from Dynaudio’s Larger Ranges
The Emit series is positioned at the entry point to Dynaudio’s passive home-audio range, but its engineering is informed by products further up the range.
Technology has been derived from families including:
- Evoke
- Contour i
- Confidence
- Heritage Special
- Dynaudio Core professional monitors
This includes the Cerotar tweeter, Hexis inner dome, MSP cone technology, extended-throw driver construction and model-specific crossover design.
28mm Cerotar Soft-Dome Tweeter
High frequencies are reproduced by Dynaudio’s 28mm Cerotar coated fabric soft-dome tweeter.
The Cerotar was originally developed for the Evoke range and incorporates ideas derived from Dynaudio’s Esotar Forty and professional Esotar Pro designs.
Its principal elements include:
- A coated fabric soft-dome diaphragm
- Dynaudio’s Hexis inner dome
- A lightweight aluminium voice coil
- A Ferrite+ ceramic magnet system
- Controlled internal airflow
- A damped rear cavity
The aim is to combine useful resolution and openness with the smooth, controlled character associated with Dynaudio’s soft-dome tweeters.
Coated Fabric Diaphragm
The Cerotar tweeter uses a coated fabric dome rather than a rigid metal diaphragm.
The fabric and surface treatment are selected to provide:
- Low moving mass
- Controlled internal damping
- Consistent diaphragm behaviour
- Smooth high-frequency reproduction
- Reduced reliance on sharp resonant peaks
The dome, coating, voice coil, magnet and rear chamber are engineered to operate as one complete high-frequency system.
Hexis Resonance-Control Inner Dome
The Hexis is a small dimpled inner dome positioned directly behind the Cerotar diaphragm.
Its shape controls airflow behind the soft dome and helps prevent internal standing waves from reflecting back towards the playing surface.
Reducing these unwanted resonances can improve:
- High-frequency smoothness
- Transient control
- Low-level detail
- Decay and ambience
- Integration with the mid/bass driver
The Hexis concept is also used in Dynaudio’s more expensive Evoke, Contour i and Confidence loudspeakers.
Ferrite+ Ceramic Magnet System
The Cerotar tweeter is driven by a strontium-carbonate Ferrite+ ceramic magnet system.
The motor provides the magnetic field required to move the lightweight voice coil and diaphragm accurately.
Dynaudio selected the magnet system to provide suitable sensitivity, control and thermal behaviour for the Emit range.
Aluminium Tweeter Voice Coil
The Cerotar uses a lightweight aluminium voice coil.
Aluminium reduces moving mass and allows the dome to respond quickly to small changes in the musical signal.
The voice coil, diaphragm and magnet system are designed to preserve detail without making the tweeter sound detached from the 14cm MSP driver.
14cm MSP Mid/Bass Driver
A single 14cm MSP driver reproduces bass and midrange frequencies up to the 3700Hz crossover point.
The driver is derived from the Esotec+ platform developed for the Evoke range and incorporates:
- A one-piece MSP cone
- An integrated central dust-cap area
- A 38mm copper-clad aluminium voice coil
- A two-layer glass-fibre former
- A double-magnet motor system
- An extended-throw suspension
- A rubber surround
- Dynaudio’s balance-rib structure
It must reproduce both low-frequency fundamentals and the critical vocal region, making controlled movement and low coloration especially important.
One-Piece MSP Cone
The mid/bass 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 piece rather than joined together as separate components.
This construction provides:
- Consistent behaviour across the diaphragm
- Controlled stiffness
- Useful internal damping
- A strong mechanical connection to the voice coil
- No separate dust-cap joint to introduce another resonance
Balance-Rib Construction
The small ribs visible around the centre of the MSP cone form part of Dynaudio’s balance-rib structure.
These ribs connect the diaphragm to the voice-coil assembly behind it, helping the cone and coil behave as one controlled moving system.
The design transfers the motor’s force into the cone while helping maintain the diaphragm’s intended shape.
Copper-Clad Aluminium Voice Coil
The 14cm driver uses copper-clad aluminium voice-coil wire.
This combines the relatively low mass of aluminium with a thin copper layer that increases conductivity.
The arrangement is designed to provide:
- Low moving mass
- Useful electrical conductivity
- Controlled transient response
- Greater winding length for a given mass
- Improved interaction with the magnet system
38mm Voice-Coil Diameter
The voice coil has a diameter of approximately 38mm.
Using a relatively large-diameter coil spreads the motor’s force across a wider area of the MSP diaphragm.
This helps control the cone as it reproduces bass, vocals and instruments across a broad frequency range.
Two-Layer Glass-Fibre Former
The voice-coil winding is supported by a two-layer glass-fibre former.
The former must remain stable as the cone moves and as temperature changes during prolonged or higher-level playback.
Glass fibre provides a useful balance of stiffness, low weight and electrical behaviour.
Double-Magnet Motor System
The Emit 10 mid/bass driver uses a double-magnet system.
The stacked magnet arrangement helps concentrate magnetic energy around the voice coil and improves control over the cone’s movement.
Dynaudio uses the system to support:
- Improved sensitivity
- Greater low-frequency control
- Extended driver movement
- Useful dynamic headroom
- Clear reproduction through the midrange
Extended-Throw Suspension
The mid/bass driver uses a surround and suspension designed to allow greater controlled movement than the previous Emit generation.
Additional excursion helps the 14cm cone move enough air to produce useful bass from the compact cabinet.
The suspension must also keep the voice coil centred and return the cone accurately to its resting position.
Custom Two-Way Crossover
The Emit 10 uses a passive two-way crossover developed specifically for its Cerotar tweeter, 14cm MSP driver and cabinet.
Dynaudio specifies:
- A 3700Hz crossover frequency
- A first-order electrical topology for the tweeter
- A second-order electrical topology for the mid/bass driver
The crossover manages frequency division, relative output, phase and integration between the two drive units.
First-Order Tweeter Filter
The Cerotar tweeter uses a first-order electrical filter.
A first-order circuit uses a relatively gentle electrical slope, but the final acoustic response also depends on the tweeter’s natural behaviour, cabinet and interaction with the mid/bass driver.
The quoted electrical order should therefore not be interpreted as the complete measured acoustic slope.
Second-Order Mid/Bass Filter
The 14cm MSP driver uses a second-order electrical filter through the upper crossover region.
This helps reduce its output as the Cerotar tweeter takes over above the 3700Hz transition.
The differing electrical topologies are chosen to produce the required acoustic integration rather than forcing both drivers to use an identical circuit.
3700Hz Crossover Frequency
The mid/bass driver hands over to the Cerotar tweeter at approximately 3700Hz.
This is a relatively high crossover point for a two-way loudspeaker and makes use of the 14cm driver’s ability to reproduce a broad section of the midrange.
The smaller cone diameter helps maintain useful dispersion as it approaches the tweeter’s operating range.
Dual-Flared Rear Bass Port
The Emit 10 uses a rear-mounted bass-reflex port that is flared at both its internal and external openings.
The dual-flared shape allows air to accelerate and decelerate more gradually as it moves through the port.
This is designed to reduce:
- Air turbulence
- Port compression
- Audible chuffing
- Mechanical noise on deep notes
- Changes in behaviour at higher playback levels
Rear-Port Positioning
The rear port means that distance from the wall behind the speaker influences the final bass balance.
Moving the Emit 10 closer to a wall will normally increase perceived low-frequency 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 depends on the room, stands, listening seat and partnering amplifier.
64Hz to 25kHz Frequency Response
Dynaudio specifies a frequency response from 64Hz to 25kHz within a +/-3dB tolerance.
At the wider -6dB tolerance, the response extends from 52Hz to 35kHz.
The difference between these figures demonstrates why a frequency range should always be read alongside its stated tolerance.
Actual in-room bass will also depend on:
- Distance from nearby walls
- Room dimensions
- Stand height and rigidity
- Listening-seat position
- Amplifier control
- Floor construction
- Low-frequency room modes
Understanding the Bass Specification
The Emit 10 is capable of useful bass for its compact size, but it should not be expected to reproduce the deepest frequencies with the scale of a larger standmount or floorstanding speaker.
Its bass performance is best judged in relation to:
- The size of the cabinet
- The 14cm driver
- The intended listening room
- The required playback level
- The type of music being played
For many smaller-room systems, the balance between compact dimensions and controlled bass will be more important than reproducing the lowest audible octave.
Using the Emit 10 Without a Subwoofer
The Emit 10 can be used without a subwoofer in a conventional stereo system, particularly in a smaller room and at moderate listening levels.
A subwoofer may be useful where the system requires:
- Deeper low-frequency extension
- Greater bass weight at lower listening levels
- Additional headroom for electronic or orchestral music
- Home cinema effects
- More flexibility in managing room modes
Adding the Dynaudio Sub 3
The Dynaudio Sub 3 is a compact active subwoofer designed to complement Dynaudio’s passive loudspeakers.
Correct integration requires careful adjustment of:
- Subwoofer level
- Crossover frequency
- Phase
- Room position
- Relationship with the main speakers
A properly integrated subwoofer should extend the system without becoming obvious as a separate source of bass.
86dB Sensitivity
Dynaudio’s current specification gives the Emit 10 a sensitivity of 86dB at 2.83V measured at one metre.
This is a moderate figure rather than an especially efficient design.
The amplifier power required will depend on:
- Room size
- Listening distance
- Preferred volume
- Musical dynamics
- Amplifier current delivery
- The required headroom above average listening level
6-Ohm Rated Impedance
Dynaudio specifies a rated impedance of 6 ohms.
This makes the Emit 10 a more accommodating electrical partner than many larger 4-ohm Dynaudio models.
The amplifier should nevertheless provide clean output and remain stable at the intended listening level.
150W IEC Long-Term Power Handling
Dynaudio specifies IEC long-term power handling of 150W.
This does not mean that a 150W 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 loudspeakers are being overloaded.
Reduce the volume immediately rather than continuing at the same level.
Amplifier Matching
The Emit 10 can work successfully with a wide range of quality integrated amplifiers.
Important considerations include:
- Clean power into a 6-ohm loudspeaker load
- Current delivery
- Power-supply quality
- Room size
- Listening distance
- Preferred playback level
- Source and pre-amplifier quality
The compact Rega io Integrated Amplifier is worth considering for smaller rooms and straightforward vinyl or line-level systems.
The Rega Brio MK7 Integrated Amplifier provides greater output, additional inputs and an internal DAC for systems combining analogue and digital sources.
The final choice should be established through demonstration rather than comparing wattage figures alone.
Browse integrated amplifiers and separates at Audio T to explore suitable options.
Single-Wire Loudspeaker Connections
Each Emit 10 uses one pair of rear loudspeaker terminals.
The speaker is 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.
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 suitable for the partnering amplifier.
Selection should consider:
- Total cable length
- Conductor area
- Amplifier compatibility
- Connector quality
- Installation route
- The overall system budget
Browse speaker cables available from Audio T to compare suitable options.
Speaker Stands Are Essential
The Emit 10 should normally be placed on rigid speaker stands rather than directly on the floor, a lightweight shelf or a resonant item of furniture.
Suitable stands help provide:
- Correct tweeter height
- A stable mechanical foundation
- Improved stereo imaging
- More consistent bass
- Reduced vibration from nearby furniture
- Greater flexibility in room positioning
Speaker Stands Are Not Included
The Emit 10 is supplied as a pair of loudspeakers. Floor stands are required separately unless an individual Audio T package or quotation specifically states otherwise.
Dynaudio Stand 10
The Dynaudio Stand 10 is designed for compact Dynaudio standmount speakers.
Its stable aluminium construction and cable-management provision make it a natural option for the Emit 10.
Other suitable stands can also be considered, provided that:
- The top plate supports the speaker safely
- The stand is sufficiently rigid
- The complete assembly remains stable
- The height places the tweeter close to seated ear level
- The stand suits the room and floor surface
Browse speaker stands and brackets available from Audio T.
Correct Stand Height
The stand should place the Cerotar tweeter close to the seated listener’s ear height.
A stand that is significantly too high or too low can affect tonal balance and integration around the 3700Hz crossover region.
Both speaker-and-stand assemblies should be level and set to the same height.
Stand Stability and Floor Contact
The complete speaker-and-stand assembly must remain stable on the intended floor.
Carpet spikes can help reach the firm surface beneath a rug or carpet, while rubber feet or protective discs may be preferable on wood, tile and other sensitive hard floors.
Any stand-filling material should be clean, dry and suitable for the stand manufacturer’s design.
Speaker Positioning
Begin with the speakers positioned symmetrically and with some clearance from the wall behind them.
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 distance, 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 listening position.
If the pair is too close together, the soundstage may lack width.
If it is 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 balance
- Provide more even coverage across a wider seating area
Both speakers should be adjusted by the same amount.
Using the Emit 10 Close to a Wall
The Emit 10’s compact dimensions make it easier to accommodate than a large standmount or floorstander, but its rear port still requires consideration.
Where the speakers must sit close to a wall:
- Keep both channels at the same distance from the wall
- Avoid placing one speaker close to a corner
- Listen for excessive or uneven bass
- Keep the port opening clear
- Experiment with small forward movements where possible
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.
18mm MDF Cabinet
The Emit 10 cabinet is constructed from 18mm MDF.
The enclosure provides a stable platform for the tweeter and mid/bass driver while containing the rearward energy produced by the 14cm cone.
Cabinet rigidity and internal damping are important because panel vibration and internal resonance can obscure low-level detail and colour the midrange.
Precisely Controlled Internal Damping
The cabinet contains polyester-fibre damping material selected and measured for the Emit 10 enclosure.
The damping absorbs unwanted internal energy and reduces sound reflecting back towards the driver cone.
The quantity must be controlled carefully because excessive damping can also affect efficiency, cabinet tuning and bass behaviour.
Clean Scandinavian Design
The Emit 10 uses a simple rectangular cabinet with softly chamfered front edges and concealed driver fixings.
Its understated design allows it to fit into conventional living rooms, smaller listening spaces and multichannel installations without drawing unnecessary attention to itself.
Current Audio T Finish Options
Audio T currently lists the Emit 10 in:
All three versions use durable custom laminate finishes.
Availability can vary according to current UK stock and production.
Black Magnetic Grilles
Black magnetic grilles are supplied.
The magnetic attachment avoids visible locating holes when the grilles are removed and allows them to be fitted or removed without tools.
The grilles help protect the Cerotar tweeter and MSP cone from dust and accidental contact.
Never press on the delicate tweeter diaphragm while removing or replacing a grille.
Using the Emit 10 in a Home Cinema System
The Emit 10 can be used as a compact front, rear or surround-channel loudspeaker within an Emit home cinema system.
The shared Cerotar tweeter and related driver technology help maintain a consistent tonal character across the range.
A complete system can combine:
- Emit 10 or Emit 20 front speakers
- Emit 25C centre speaker
- Emit 10 rear or surround speakers
- Emit 30 or Emit 50 front floorstanders
- A suitable active subwoofer
Matching Emit Front and Centre Speakers
The Dynaudio Emit 25C is the dedicated centre speaker for the Emit range.
It uses the same Cerotar tweeter and 14cm MSP driver technology, helping dialogue and effects retain a consistent character as they move across the front soundstage.
AV Receiver Matching
When the Emit 10 is used in a multichannel system, the AV receiver should be suitable for the complete speaker configuration rather than only one pair.
Consider:
- 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.
Emit 10 or Emit 20?
Choose the Emit 10 When
- The listening room is small
- A compact cabinet is essential
- The speakers will be used as rear channels
- Moderate listening levels are expected
- The smaller 14cm driver suits the room
- The lower purchase price is important
- 52Hz extension at -6dB is sufficient
Choose the Emit 20 When
- A larger standmount is acceptable
- An 18cm mid/bass driver is preferred
- Greater bass output and scale are required
- The room is small to medium in size
- Higher playback levels are expected
- 42Hz extension at -6dB is useful
- The stands can support the larger cabinet
The Dynaudio Emit 20 uses a larger 18cm MSP driver and provides greater low-frequency weight from a correspondingly larger cabinet.
Emit 10 or Emit 30?
Choose the Emit 10 When
- A compact standmount is preferred
- The room cannot accommodate a floorstander
- Speaker stands can be positioned correctly
- The system will be used at moderate levels
- A smaller overall investment is required
- The speaker may also be used as a surround channel
Choose the Emit 30 When
- A compact floorstander is preferred
- Twin 14cm drivers provide useful extra scale
- Greater bass output is required
- A medium-sized room is available
- Separate speaker stands are undesirable
- Higher sensitivity is beneficial
The Dynaudio Emit 30 is a compact 2.5-way floorstander with twin 14cm MSP drivers.
Emit 10 or Evoke 10?
Choose the Emit 10 When
- The lower purchase price is important
- A compact and straightforward cabinet is preferred
- It will form part of an Emit cinema system
- The laminate finish suits the room
- The system budget is better spent across all components
- The Emit 10 provides the required scale and refinement
Choose the Evoke 10 When
- Greater bass extension is required
- A more substantial cabinet finish is preferred
- A lower tweeter crossover point is desirable
- The more advanced Evoke implementation is wanted
- The amplifier and source can justify the additional cost
- The higher purchase price suits the complete system
The Dynaudio Evoke 10 also uses a Cerotar tweeter and 14cm MSP driver, but places them within a more ambitious cabinet and crossover design.
Emit 10 or Emit 50?
Choose the Emit 10 When
- The room is small
- A compact two-way design is appropriate
- Standmount positioning is preferred
- Moderate bass extension is sufficient
- The system budget is more limited
- The speakers may be used as surrounds
Choose the Emit 50 When
- A large three-way floorstander is required
- Twin 18cm woofers suit the room
- A dedicated midrange driver is preferred
- Greater bass extension and output are wanted
- Higher cinema playback levels are expected
- The larger cabinet can be positioned correctly
The Dynaudio Emit 50 is the flagship Emit model, with a dedicated midrange and twin 18cm woofers.
Running-In Period
The Emit 10 can be used immediately after installation, but the driver suspension may continue to loosen and settle with normal playback.
Bass response, integration and overall ease may develop during the first several hours of use.
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 cone or grille should be removed gently with a clean, soft brush.
Protecting the Finish
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, strong uneven artificial light, high humidity or extreme temperature changes.
Keep the speakers away from radiators, open fires and other strong heat sources.
The laminate finish is durable, but it can still be scratched by abrasive cloths, ornaments or repeated contact with hard objects.
System Matching
Well Suited To
- Compact integrated amplifiers
- Affordable vinyl-based systems
- Streaming amplifiers and network players
- Small listening rooms
- Bedrooms and home offices
- Compact television-audio systems
- Emit home cinema installations
- Rear and surround-channel use
Check Before Buying
- Suitable stands are included in the budget
- The stands place the tweeters near ear height
- There is space behind the rear ports
- The amplifier provides sufficient clean output
- The room suits the speaker’s compact scale
- The required bass extension is realistic
- The finish suits the room and other Emit speakers
- Subwoofer integration has been considered if required
Related Dynaudio Products and Audio T Guides
Key Features
- Compact passive standmount loudspeaker
- Supplied as a stereo pair
- Designed and engineered at Dynaudio Labs in Denmark
- Two-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
- 14cm MSP mid/bass driver
- One-piece Magnesium Silicate Polymer cone
- Integrated central dust-cap area
- Dynaudio balance-rib construction
- 38mm copper-clad aluminium voice coil
- Two-layer glass-fibre voice-coil former
- Double-magnet mid/bass motor
- Extended-throw driver suspension
- Model-specific passive crossover
- 3700Hz crossover frequency
- First-order tweeter filter
- Second-order mid/bass filter
- Rear-mounted bass-reflex port
- Dual-flared port design
- 18mm MDF cabinet construction
- Precisely controlled internal damping
- 64Hz to 25kHz response within +/-3dB
- 52Hz to 35kHz response at -6dB
- 86dB sensitivity
- 6-ohm rated impedance
- 150W IEC long-term power handling
- Single-wire loudspeaker connection
- Black magnetic grilles
- Black custom laminate finish
- Walnut custom laminate finish
- White custom laminate finish
- 6.4kg weight per speaker
- Dynaudio Stand 10 compatibility
- Suitable for stereo and home cinema systems
- Suitable for rear or surround-channel use
- Up to eight-year total warranty after registration
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dynaudio Emit 10 sold as a pair?
Yes. The Audio T product is supplied as a stereo pair.
Are speaker stands included?
No. Suitable speaker stands are required separately unless an individual Audio T package or quotation specifically states otherwise.
Which stands are recommended?
The Dynaudio Stand 10 is a natural partner, although other rigid stands of suitable height and top-plate size can also be considered.
Is the Emit 10 a bookshelf speaker?
Dynaudio categorises it as a bookshelf model, but it will normally perform best on rigid speaker stands rather than directly on a shelf or lightweight cabinet.
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.
Which mid/bass driver is fitted?
One 14cm MSP driver with a one-piece cone, copper-clad aluminium voice coil, glass-fibre former and double-magnet motor.
What does MSP mean?
MSP stands for Magnesium Silicate Polymer, Dynaudio’s proprietary cone material.
What is copper-clad aluminium wire?
It combines a lightweight aluminium core with a thin copper outer layer to improve conductivity without the full moving mass of a solid copper winding.
What is the crossover frequency?
3700Hz.
What is the crossover topology?
Dynaudio specifies a first-order filter for the tweeter and a second-order filter for the mid/bass driver.
What type of bass port is used?
A rear-mounted bass-reflex port flared at both its internal and external openings.
What is the frequency response?
Dynaudio specifies 64Hz to 25kHz at +/-3dB and 52Hz to 35kHz at -6dB.
What is the current sensitivity figure?
Dynaudio’s current official specification states 86dB at 2.83V measured at one metre.
What is the rated impedance?
6 ohms.
Is the Emit 10 difficult to drive?
No. Its 6-ohm impedance is relatively accommodating, although the moderate sensitivity means it still benefits from a quality amplifier with clean output.
How much amplifier power is required?
There is no single correct figure. Room size, listening distance, preferred volume and amplifier quality all matter.
Does it require a 150W amplifier?
No. The 150W figure is the IEC long-term power-handling specification, not a compulsory amplifier rating.
Can it be used with a Rega io?
Yes. The Rega io can be a suitable partner in a smaller room at sensible listening levels.
Can the speakers be bi-wired?
No. The Emit 10 uses a single pair of loudspeaker terminals.
How far should the speakers be from the wall?
Begin with some clear space behind the rear port where practical, then adjust both speakers equally while assessing bass weight and definition.
Can the Emit 10 be placed close to a wall?
Yes, but the wall will normally increase perceived bass output. Keep the port clear and experiment with small changes in distance.
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 Emit 10 require a subwoofer?
Not necessarily in a smaller stereo system. A subwoofer can add deeper bass, greater headroom or home cinema impact where required.
Can the Emit 10 be used as a surround speaker?
Yes. Its compact size and shared Emit-series tweeter technology make it suitable for rear or surround-channel use.
Which centre speaker matches it?
The Dynaudio Emit 25C is the dedicated centre-channel speaker for the Emit range.
Are magnetic grilles included?
Yes. Black magnetic grilles are supplied.
Which finishes are available?
Audio T currently lists Black, Walnut and White, subject to availability.
What are the cabinet dimensions?
Dynaudio specifies 170 x 290 x 272mm (W x H x D).
What are the dimensions including the grille?
Dynaudio specifies 170 x 290 x 285mm (W x H x D).
How much does each speaker weigh?
Approximately 6.4kg.
How many speakers are supplied in the box?
Two speakers are supplied as one stereo pair.
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 Emit 10 demonstrations
- Comparisons with the Emit 20, Emit 30 and Evoke 10
- Amplifier power and system-matching advice
- Rega io and Brio MK7 demonstrations
- Speaker-stand selection and height guidance
- Dynaudio Stand 10 matching advice
- Room-size and listening-distance assessment
- Speaker positioning, spacing and toe-in setup
- Rear-port and wall-clearance guidance
- Speaker-cable selection and termination
- Dynaudio Sub 3 selection and integration
- Emit 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, stand, room, cable and system matching for the Dynaudio Emit 10.