DALI Oberon 1

A compact and affordable bookshelf speaker that delivers a surprising sonic punch for its size.

$750 (pair)

  • Buy today! Normally in stock for purchase (some finishes).

  • Available to audition in-store in Winnipeg.

 
 

Creative Audio is an authorised DALI dealer.

Advantages of this speaker

  • Ultra-compact cabinet perfect for small spaces.

  • Detailed and dynamic, with surprising bass depth for its size.

  • Available in four stylish finishes: dark walnut, light oak, black, and white.

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“If you’re looking for a small, unfussy pair of speakers we can’t think of anything more capable at this kind of price than these Dalis. They really are a joy.”
— What Hi-Fi? Review (5 stars)

The Creative Audio Review

Fun is the word that comes to mind when listening to these speakers. Despite their compact size, they really do pack an awesome sonic punch. We love seeing the expressions of surprise and delight when we demo them in our showroom. Compared to DALI’s entry-level Spektor 1, the Oberon 1 is superior in every single sense. The bass is what surprises people most, and not just because of the depth but also its speed and control. This is not a small speaker that tries too hard, but rather it gets it just right. DALI’s tweeter in the Oberon series offers up significantly more fine detail, bringing a greater sense of space to the soundstage. Vocals are reproduced with neutrality and speed. In fact ‘speed’ might be the best word to sum up the Oberon 1: they have a great sense of timing which makes the music sound inherently ‘right’. We love them and recommend them without hesitation. For a larger space or if you just like a bit more extension in the bass, the larger Oberon 3 is the speaker for you.

Sound Advice

  • The DALI Oberon 1 speakers will sound great from the moment you start playing them, but they will sound even better after 50+ hours of use, when the drivers have been broken in.

  • With a compact bookshelf speaker such as the DALI Oberon 1, placement closer to the back wall will help reinforce bass frequencies for a fuller sound at all volume levels.

  • A good quality speaker wire with banana plug connectors will give the DALI Oberon 1 the opportunity to sound its best.

DALI Oberon 1 Technical Specifications

We provide this information from the manufacturer for those who want to know or who find it interesting. In our opinion, however, you shouldn’t pay too much heed to technical specs. How a component reacts to test tones in a lab bears little relation to how it will sound at home playing music, a far more complex and nuanced signal than any test tone. Knowledge is power and the best knowledge is not how a component ‘sounds’ to a computer, but how it sounds to you.

Frequency Range (+/-3 dB):
51 - 26,000 Hz

Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m):
86.0 dB

Nominal Impedance:
6 ohms

Maximum SPL:
106 dB

Recommended Amplifier Power:
25 - 100 Watts

Crossover Frequency:
2,800 Hz

Crossover Principle:
2-way

High frequency driver:
1 x 29 mm Soft Textile Dome

Low frequency driver:
1 x 5.25" Wood Fibre Cone

Enclosure type:
Bass Reflex

Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency:
50 Hz

Connection Input:
Single Wire

Recommended Placement:
Shelf or stand

Recommended Distance From Wall:
1 - 50 cm

Dimensions (HxWxD):
274mm x 162mm x 234mm

Weight:
4.2kg

Accessories Included:
Rubber Feet
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