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Dali EPICON 2
Patented SMC
Our patented Soft Magnetic Composite (SMC) is the heart of the magnet motor system, minimising coloration and distortion.
Linear Drive Magnet System
The SMC-based Linear Drive Magnet System eliminates eddy currents, hysteresis, flux variations and voice-coil inductance.
In-House Woofers
The latest generation of wood fibre based woofers are developed and manufactured at our production facilities in Denmark.
Multilayer Laminate
6 layers of MDF form a rigid construction that reduces cabinet resonances, while the rounded form practically eliminates standing waves.
ASTONISHING PERFORMANCE
Delivering EPICON sound in a compact cab
Patented SMC
Reducing distortion for superior sound
OVERSIZED TWEETER
Smooth and wide horizontal dispersion
WOOD FIBRE WOOFER
Reproducing the finest details
EXQUISITE CABINET
Beautiful real wood veneer in rigid form
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Professional Reviews 87/100
Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
87/100
Build Quality
91/100
Value for Money
85/100
The Dali EPICON 2 delivers insightful midrange, precise imaging and a beautifully natural tonal balance, disappearing into an expansive, dimensional soundstage. A British Audiophile found its treble refined and complex mixes exceptionally well separated, while Alpha Audio praised its fast, open, richly detailed character. Meticulous cabinetry completes a seriously refined premium stand-mount.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Insightful, natural midrange with clean instrument separation, even on complex material.
Wide, deep soundstage and highly precise imaging; the speakers can convincingly disappear from the soundfield.
Fast, open and detailed presentation with a controlled, refined treble.
Beautifully contoured multi-layer cabinet and substantial binding posts reflect meticulous build quality.
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Cons
Dynamics are restrained rather than especially punchy, particularly at low listening levels.
Bass is well defined but does not offer exceptional weight or low-frequency extension for the class.
Careful positioning and suitably capable amplification are needed to realize its full soundstage and tonal balance.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 87/100
The EPICON 2 is described as an unusually accomplished stand-mount, with high clarity, natural tonal balance and an ability to disappear into a wide, dimensional presentation. Its strongest assets are midrange insight and imaging, while bass reach is merely competitive for its size and low-level dynamics are restrained.
Bass
85/100
Bass is described as very well defined, suggesting good control and articulation from the 6.5-inch two-way design. However, the reviewer found no extra weight or low-frequency extension versus competing stand-mounts, tempering its low-end authority.
Mid
90/100
The midrange is praised for insight, naturalness, clean instrument separation and composure during complex passages. The reviewer did note a touch of leanness, so listeners seeking a notably rich or lush presentation may want to match electronics carefully.
Treble
87/100
The tweeter is reported to remain controlled and well behaved, with no indication that it draws attention to itself. The review provides limited detail on ultimate air, extension or fine-texture retrieval, but its tonal integration appears convincing.
Soundstage Imaging
92/100
The EPICON 2 matches the reviewer’s reference stand-mount for image precision while retaining substantial width and depth. Careful placement and very small toe-in or distance adjustments make a noticeable difference, but correct setup brings greater dimensionality, body and note texture.
Dynamics
80/100
The speaker plays cleanly and loudly, becoming more animated above roughly 80dB. At lower listening levels, however, dynamics reportedly suffer, and the overall presentation is described as a little safe rather than especially energetic or punchy.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
91/100
The review highlights the beautifully contoured, multi-layer MDF cabinet, whose non-parallel internal form is intended to reduce standing waves. Finish options and substantial in-house binding posts capable of maintaining strong contact pressure reinforce the impression of meticulous construction.
Value for Money
85/100
Priced at just under $5,000 in the reviewed market, the EPICON 2 occupies a premium stand-mount segment. The reviewer calls it a clear step above sub-£3,000 bookshelf speakers and highly recommends it, but offers no direct assessment against similarly priced rivals or a detailed value comparison.
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- Holt Hill — online and in-store — Andover, Massachusetts, United States (website)
- The Music Room — online and in-store — Erie, Colorado, United States (website)
- Aalen Hifi — in-store — Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Wurtemberg, Germany (website)
- Acton Gate Audio — online and in-store — Cymru, United Kingdom (website)
- Addicted to Audio — online and in-store — Epping, Victoria, Australia (website)
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- Alen Audio — in-store — Extramurs, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain (website)
- Alex Audio Video — in-store — Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria (website)
- Alpha Audio Pte — online and in-store — Singapore, Singapore (website)
- Alpha High End — online and in-store — Brasschaat, Vlaams Gewest, Belgium (website)
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