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Experts prefer Dayton Audio B652 AIR over Polk Audio TSi100
On 2 Apr 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 80 Speakers expert endorsements .
Currently, Dayton Audio B652 AIR received 3 endorsements from hifioasis.com (23 Jan 2024), The Master Switch (4 Oct 2023) and Pitchfork (19 Nov 2020). Meanwhile, Polk Audio TSi100 did not receive any endorsements this month.
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7 | - | Check price | Dayton Audio B652 AIR The Dayton Audio B652 AIR bookshelf speakers offer clear and balanced sound quality with an AMT tweeter, suitable for those looking for a budget-friendly option for their home theater or music setup. | 3 | - | 8 | - | - | - | - | 8 | - | - |
N/A | N/A | Check price | Polk Audio TSi100 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 23 Jan 2024 hifioasis.com ranked Dayton Audio B652 AIR as #3
Rank Speakers Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 6 Dayton Audio B652 AIR Best Budget-Friendly Bookshelf Speakers... ... ... Source: www.hifioasis.com - On 4 Oct 2023 The Master Switch ranked Dayton Audio B652 AIR as #8
Rank Speakers ... ... #8 out of 17 Dayton Audio B652 AIR ... ... Source: www.themasterswitch.com - On 19 Nov 2020 Pitchfork ranked Dayton Audio B652 AIR as #8
Rank Speakers ... ... #8 out of 13 Dayton Audio B652 AIR ... ... Source: pitchfork.com
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1 | - | $1539 | Kef LS50 The Kef LS50 bookshelf speakers are highly recommended for their exceptional sound quality, versatile frequency response, unique design, and range of connectivity options, making them suitable for a range of music genres and listening environments. | - | 1 | 3 | - | 2 | 7 | - | - | 4 | - |
2 | - | $404 | Q Acoustics 3020i The Q Acoustics 3020i bookshelf speakers offer excellent sound quality, versatility, and a modern design, making them a great option for audiophiles who prioritize accuracy and transparency in their sound system. | 5 | - | 4 | - | 9 | - | 2 | 7 | - | - |
3 | - | $700 | Elac Uni-Fi 2.0 | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
4 | - | Check price | Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition bookshelf speaker delivers excellent sound performance across the frequency range, with punchy and dynamic bass, a wide frequency response, and a purposeful design, making it a great choice for music and home theater use. | - | - | 9 | - | 7 | 5 | - | - | 5 | - |
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Highest score by AudioRumble | 90 |
Average score based on 5 reviews | 85 |
Lowest score by HomeTheater Review | 80 |
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- Air Motion Technology tweeter provides audiophile-level treble clarity and smoothness_6-1/2" woofer in wooden enclosure provides rich, punchy bass_Compact, unobtrusive design with exceptional performance and value_Black ebony pica vinyl cabinet finish for a clean, modern appearance_Removable acoustically-transparent cloth grill_Specifications: Woofer: 6-1/2" polypropylene Tweeter: 1" x 1" mini AMT (2) 20 AWG 9.5 Speaker Cables Included
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- Recommended amplification: 20 100 (watts/ch)
- Equipped with one 5.25 inch dynamic balance bilaminate composite woofer
- Equipped with one 1 inch silk/polymer composite dynamic balance dome tweeters
- Pair of high performance bookshelf speakers
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Tweeters produce the highest frequencies in sound, typically anything above 2,000 Hz. Usually located at the top of the speaker, tweeters come in different shapes (detailed below) and sizes. Generally speaking, the size of the tweeter is not as important as the shape. But, for some guidance, consider that a larger tweeter (measured by diameter in inches or millimeters) will likely be louder and able to disperse sound over a larger area.
Speakers with midrange drivers (i.e., at least three-way speakers) have a distinct advantage over two-way speakers. Adding a midrange driver to the mix allows tweeters and woofers to focus on the sound waves they’re best equipped to produce—high tones and low tones respectively. More specific and focused drivers means more accurate, robust sound. Compared to the other drivers, midranges cover sounds, not surprisingly, in the middle of high/treble and low/bass tones. The human voice and most instruments fall into this range. For more sophisticated listeners, or for those who truly want the best sound reproduction, a midrange driver is crucial.
The woofer is the driver that is responsible for low frequency sounds and bass - crucial for well-rounded, booming sound. It is the biggest driver in size, and is usually shaped like a cone. When reviewing different bookshelf speakers, you will often see a measurement in the product name, starting as low as 4” and ranging to 6 ½” or more. This measurement refers to the diameter of the woofer. A general rule of thumb is a bigger woofer means louder, more powerful bass. But, as with any speaker metric, this number alone doesn’t describe the loudness of the speaker and should be taken into consideration with other measurements such as sensitivity, which describes the loudness of a speaker per watt.
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