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What reviewers think
Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.
Product Strengths
- Incredibly honest sound reproduction, accurately revealing flaws in mixes, making it a trustworthy tool for critical listening and mixing
- Exceptional midrange clarity is provided by the dedicated 4-inch driver, making it easier to work with vocals and other lead instruments
- Offers a wide and accurate stereo image, enhancing the ability to precisely place elements within the mix
- Bass response is deep and full, negating the need for a separate subwoofer in many mixing situations, and the bass extension can be adjusted using DSP settings
- Non-fatiguing, allowing for longer mixing sessions without ear strain, while also delivering powerful, clear and accurate sound at high SPLs
Product Considerations
- The absence of a front-facing power indicator LED might lead to accidentally sending a loud signal through the monitors when powering on equipment
- A healthy amount of signal level from the monitor controller is required for the speaker to turn back on from low-power standby
- Some reviewers felt the monitors needed a break-in period for drivers to settle in—to reach peak performance and accuracy
- Extra caution will need to be taken to ensure the speakers are switched on when in use
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The LYD-48 are a worthy successor to the BM6A series with substantial improvement in output volume and accuracy at high SPL's
- Compared to the BM6A, the LYD 48's represent a generational leap forward with more to love in the highs and lows
- Compared to more expensive speakers from Focal and ATC, the LYD 48 offers excellent value
- Alternatives mentioned are ADAM Audio (A77X) and Eve Audio (SC305 and SC307)
Takeaway: The Dynaudio LYD 48 is a compact, accurate, and powerful three-way monitor that's great for serious audio work. It provides a detailed soundstage, is not fatiguing, and offers excellent value.
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An excellent review of a great product
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Features
Specifications
- Status: Current
- Type: Nearfield Monitor
- Analog inputs: XLR, RCA
- Maximum SPL (1m, pair): 112
- Amplifier Power Woofer: 80W
- Amplifier Power midrange: 50W
- Amplifier Power Tweeter: 50W
- AC Power Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz
- Max Stand-by Power Consumption: 0.5W
- Max Power Consumption: 100W
- Lower Cutoff: 50Hz @85 dB +/- 3 dB
- Upper Cutoff: 21kHz @ 85dB +/- 3 dB
- Box Principle: Rear-loaded bass reflex
- Crossover: 3-way DSP-based
- Crossover Frequency: 460/5500 Hz
- Tweeter: 1.1in soft dome
- Midrange: 4in MSP
- Woofer: 8in MSP
- Weight: 12kg (26.5 lbs)
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 369x234x328mm (14 4/8" x 9 2/8" x 12 7/8")
- Finishes: Black Satin, White Satin
Description
The largest speaker in the LYD series: the 3-way LYD 48. With this addition to the LYD personal reference monitor series, Dynaudio is bringing a new perspective to power and precision for producers and musicians everywhere – with unmatched accuracy at any volume level. This 3-way near- to midfield monitor reaches eyebrow-raising levels of accuracy thanks to a new soft-dome tweeter and Dynaudio's proprietary MSP midrange driver and woofer.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- Dynaudio meticulously crafts its own drivers in-house, from diaphragm to magnet, allowing for precise control over every aspect of sonic performance, a commitment extending even to entry-level models.
- They exhibit a characteristically refined, smooth, and non-fatiguing sound signature that is well-suited for extended listening sessions, which is very beneficial for mixing/mastering purposes.
- Dynaudio designs its speakers with the modern home in mind, offering features such as wireless connectivity, app-based control, and DSP room correction to seamlessly integrate into various living spaces.
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Emit
- Positioning: The entry-level range, designed to introduce users to high-end audio.
- Description: Offers a great entry point into high-fidelity sound with MSP cone material and Cerotar tweeters, which are also found in the higher-end Evoke range. Compared to the Evoke, Emit is more budget-friendly, making it ideal for those new to high-end audio or with smaller rooms, while still providing a taste of the advanced technologies used in Dynaudio's premium models.
Evoke
- Positioning: Sits in the mid-range of Dynaudio's lineup, offering advanced technology at a more accessible price point.
- Description: Uses technology from Dynaudio's top-tier models, such as the Esotar Forty tweeter and MSP woofers, providing a detailed and dynamic sound.
Contour i
- Positioning: Positioned as a high-performance option for serious audiophiles, offering significant improvements over its predecessors.
- Description: Features the Esotar 2i tweeter with Hexis technology and updated woofers, delivering enhanced clarity and precision. It surpasses the Evoke series in terms of detail and soundstage.
Confidence
- Positioning: Represents Dynaudio's flagship range, showcasing the pinnacle of their audio engineering.
- Description: Features the Esotar3 tweeter and DDC Lens technology, providing groundbreaking sound precision and control. They are designed for the most discerning audiophiles who seek the ultimate in audio performance, offering a more refined experience than the Contour series.
Consequence Ultimate Edition
- Positioning: A limited-edition model, designed as a tribute to Dynaudio's legacy of high-end audio excellence.
- Description: Features a unique five-way crossover and advanced driver technology, providing a wide dynamic range and low distortion. It stands apart from the Evidence Master with its focus on musicality and exclusivity.
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Founding Year
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Dynaudio is a hifi speaker brand known for its unique external voice-coil construction, which allows for larger voice coils that improve thermal power handling and reduce thermal compression. The brand has a heritage in professional sound production and uses advanced materials like the Esotar 40 tweeter and rare 240mm drivers to deliver superior dynamic realism and headroom.
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Dynaudio
Core 5
1699
1699
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4
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Dynaudio is a hifi speaker brand known for its unique external voice-coil construction, which allows for larger voice coils that improve thermal power handling and reduce thermal compression. The brand has a heritage in professional sound production and uses advanced materials like the Esotar 40 tweeter and rare 240mm drivers to deliver superior dynamic realism and headroom.
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Product Strengths
- Excellent balanced delivery with precise midrange
- Well-specified, easy-to-use EQ and room correction settings
- Good low-frequency extension given its compact size
- Produces a beautifully clean and well-defined sound, with no harshness in the highs and a real sense of spatial depth and stereo width
- As mixing tools, they tell it like it is, so good mixes sound 'right' and flaws are shown up clearly, just as they should
Product Considerations
- Expensive
- There's no straightforward way to hook up the Core 5s to the Core Sub Compact if all connections are to remain analogue
Takeaway: The Core 5 is a compact, accurate, and high-quality studio monitor that delivers a balanced and detailed sound perfect for smaller studios or immersive setups. It is comfortable to work with for extended periods, making it a great choice for professional use.
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Dynaudio is a hifi speaker brand known for its unique external voice-coil construction, which allows for larger voice coils that improve thermal power handling and reduce thermal compression. The brand has a heritage in professional sound production and uses advanced materials like the Esotar 40 tweeter and rare 240mm drivers to deliver superior dynamic realism and headroom.
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A8H
1499
1499
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6
Reviews
The A8H incorporates an 8-inch resonant Multi-Layer Mineral (MLM) fiber woofer, innovative midrange driver, and handmade precision X-ART tweeter, which together produce an ultra-wide frequency response. Like the other members of the A Series family, the A8H gives you tremendous flexibility for fine-tuning the sound through rotatable HPS waveguide technology and onboard DSP. At home across a full range of audio applications in mid- to full-sized spaces, the A8H is the right choice when you’re looking for the most detailed representation of your audio. The A8H is available in a left and right version.
ADAM Audio is renowned for its innovative ART tweeters, which enhance the Air Motion Transformer concept by moving air four times faster than their folds for high-definition sound. Their monitors, especially the S Series, are favored by sound engineers for their accurate and transparent sound, advanced engineering, and reduced distortion, while the T Series offers affordable, high-performance studio monitors.
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Product Strengths
- Detailed and powerful low-end response
- Articulate midrange driver
- Crisp and airy high-end without harshness
- The built-in EQ and Sonarworks SoundID Reference integration allows users to tailor the sound to their specific room acoustics
- Wide, deep, highly detailed, and solidly centered soundfield
Product Considerations
- Self-noise/hiss can be noticeable up close
- To fully use the Sonarworks feature after the trial, users would need to purchase the software
- Some users experienced initial connection hiccups with the A Control app
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The A8H offered a better value than the Dynaudio LYD 48 due to sound, build quality, and features like the built-in EQ
- The A8H offers more DSP capabilities, and is less expensive than the HEDD Audio Type 20 MK2 or Neumann KH310
- It is halfway between the less expensive but less sophisticated Dynaudio LYD 48 and ADAM Audio's own S2V—which, although a 2 way, offers step up in terms of sophistication
Takeaway: The A8H studio monitors deliver exceptional sound quality with user-friendly features—enhancing the overall audio production experience. These monitors, with versatile connectivity, DSP-driven room adaptation, and impressive audio performance, are a great choice for those serious about audio.
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Our take on the brand
ADAM Audio is renowned for its innovative ART tweeters, which enhance the Air Motion Transformer concept by moving air four times faster than their folds for high-definition sound. Their monitors, especially the S Series, are favored by sound engineers for their accurate and transparent sound, advanced engineering, and reduced distortion, while the T Series offers affordable, high-performance studio monitors.
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A7V
799
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Released
2022
The A7V is a contemporary 2-way monitor that represents the evolution of ADAM Audio's award winning A7X. It features a 7" Multi-Layer Mineral woofer and rotatable X-ART tweeter, which is made by hand in Berlin. DSP-based voicing, equalization and room correction options can be controlled remotely and in real time via the free-to-download A Control software, and updatable firmware allows for new filters and tunings to be implemented over the lifetime of the monitor.
ADAM Audio is renowned for its innovative ART tweeters, which enhance the Air Motion Transformer concept by moving air four times faster than their folds for high-definition sound. Their monitors, especially the S Series, are favored by sound engineers for their accurate and transparent sound, advanced engineering, and reduced distortion, while the T Series offers affordable, high-performance studio monitors.
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Product Strengths
- Delivers a powerful, smooth and detailed sound with flexible voicing options
- High frequency reproduction balances accuracy without being harsh
- Ability to resolve fine details
- Excellent build quality, back panel controls, and layout
- Room correction presets can be saved via the partnered Sonarworks Sound ID software
Product Considerations
- Non-stepped volume controls travel a little too easily
- On/off switch and input sensitivity controls are located on the cabinet rear panel
- Network router and ethernet cables required for computer control
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The A7V has a more premium sound and can be tweaked further thanks to the free A-Control software, but the ADAM Audio T7V is hard to beat due to its price-to-performance ratio
- For users coming from a set of KRK Systems Rokit 8 speakers, the A7V will be a massive improvement
Takeaway: The ADAM Audio A7V is a great-sounding monitor with multiple voicings, software integration and excellent build quality. These monitors offer a detailed audio performance, allowing users to make well informed mixing decisions.
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Our take on the brand
ADAM Audio is renowned for its innovative ART tweeters, which enhance the Air Motion Transformer concept by moving air four times faster than their folds for high-definition sound. Their monitors, especially the S Series, are favored by sound engineers for their accurate and transparent sound, advanced engineering, and reduced distortion, while the T Series offers affordable, high-performance studio monitors.
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