Dynaudio Special Forty vs KEF Q550 Comparison

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Brand and Model Specifications

Information about the brand, model release date.

Manufacturer	Dynaudio	KEF
Model	Special Forty	Q550
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Release Date	2018	2017
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Technical Specs

Technical characteristics of the speakers.

Amplification Type	Passive	Passive
Crossover Type	2-Way	2½-way
Enclosure type	Bass Reflex	Bass Reflex
Frequency Range (+/-3 dB)[Hz]	41 - 23000	58 - 28000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz]	-	-
Maximum SPL [dB]	-	-
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB]	86	87
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)	6	8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)	-	-
Recommended Amplifier Power [W]	-	15-130
Crossover Frequency [Hz]	2000	2500
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz]	-	-
Driver Units	Tweeter: 28mm Esotar Forty Mid/Bass Drivers: 17cm MSP cone	Tweeter: 130mm (5.25in.) aluminum Uni-Q 25mm (1in.) vented aluminum dome HF Mid/Bass Drivers: 130mm (5.25in.) aluminum LF 2x 130mm (5.25in.) aluminum ABR
Connectivity	Wired	Wired
Inputs	Single Wire	Single Wire
Outputs	-	-
Magnetic Shielding	No	No

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

Form Factor	Shelf, Stand	Floor
Distance from Wall [cm]	15	15

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length	~7.8 in ~198.12 mm ~19.81 cm	~7.08 in ~179.83 mm ~17.98 cm
Width	~12.1 in ~307.34 mm ~30.73 cm	~10.94 in ~277.88 mm ~27.79 cm
Height	~14.2 in ~360.68 mm ~36.07 cm	~34.37 in ~873 mm ~87.3 cm
Weight (Single Speaker)	~17.9l lb ~8119.3 g ~8.12 kg	~32 lb ~14514.96 g ~14.51 kg
Shipping Weight	~47 lb ~21318.84 g ~21.32 kg	~41.2 lb ~18688.01 g ~18.69 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors	Red Birch High Gloss Grey Birch High Gloss	Satin white Satin black Walnut
Accessories	–	–
Detachable Grilles	No	Yes

Price and Warranty

Satisfaction is (not) guaranteed.

Warranty	2 Years	5 Years
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