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Dali DALI KORE
Unmatched fidelity
The DALI KORE is a sonic masterpiece with groundbreaking technologies that push the boundaries of loudspeaker performance. It delivers effortless sound with unlimited dynamic response, from the pluck of a string to the epic crescendo of a symphonic orchestra.
No-compromise design
In the pursuit of Hi-Fi perfection, the DALI KORE takes a no-compromise approach where form follows function to create a beautifully designed audiophile loudspeaker with a level of quality that reflects our unwavering admiration of music.
State-of-the-art driver technology
Our patented Balanced Drive SMC™ technology and next-generation SMC Gen-2 material eliminates unwanted uneven harmonic distortion to deliver unparalleled levels of fidelity and clarity, elevating music to a new level of authenticity.
DALI heritage
The DALI KORE is the culmination of 40 years of loudspeaker design and manufacturing in one statement product. It's the most outstanding audiophile loudspeaker we've ever created.
ONLY THE MUSIC MATTERS
Hear every detail and minute nuance
BALANCED DRIVE SMC™
Every detail with breathtaking realism
EVO-K HYBRID TWEETER
High frequencies like never before
CROSSING OVER INTO ART
Low-loss crossover design with SMC-KORE
A SOLID FOUNDATION
A substantial speaker from the ground up
DANISH DESIGN & CRAFTSMANSHIP
Danish craftsmanship & design combined
FORM AND FUNCTION IN PERFECT HARMONY
Blending elegant design & functionality
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Authorized dealers for Dali DALI KORE
- 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)
- Adventures in HiFi — in-store — Chester, England, United Kingdom (website)
- 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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Overview
The DALI KORE is a flagship loudspeaker that aims to turn engineering ambition into musical reality: a towering, 160kg statement that delivers reference-class bass, towering dynamics and a holographic soundstage. Reviewers who lived with the Kore consistently highlight its blend of power and refinement.
Sound signature
Across sources the Kore shows deep, clean low end with speed and extension, a natural, emotionally convincing midband and an airy, non-fatiguing top end from the EVO‑K hybrid tweeter. Its transient attack and macro dynamics remain effortless even at concert levels, producing dense, lifelike textures and palpable weight.
Performance highlights
Imaging is frequently described as three‑dimensional and perfectly scaled, while lab measurements confirm very low distortion and excellent impulse response. As Michael Lang put it, the Kore creates an almost holographic spatial presentation.
Build & use
Construction is meticulous: multi‑layer birch laminates, die‑cast aluminium assemblies and a heavy resin plinth. These speakers demand generous rooms and serious support gear but reward with rare musical immediacy. If space and budget allow, the KORE is an essential listen for serious audiophiles.
Pros
- Deep, controlled, reference-class bass with exceptional speed and extension, delivering authoritative low‑frequency detail.
- Holographic, three-dimensional imaging and a large, well-layered soundstage that preserves intimacy and scale.
- Exceptional dynamics and very low distortion—handles concert levels without compression while retaining micro and macro detail.
- Meticulous build and finish: heavily braced birch laminate cabinet, die-cast aluminium components and a massy plinth for minimal resonance.
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Cons
- Very large, extremely heavy cabinets that require generous room size and careful handling for installation.
- Retail price and exclusivity put the Kore well beyond reach for most buyers, limiting real-world value despite technical excellence.
Sound Quality
96/100
Bass
97/100
Reference-class low end: multiple reviewers describe effortless, deeply extended bass (claimed tuning to ~22Hz, measured response to mid-20s), exceptional control and speed, and palpable subsonic layering. The speaker uses multiple large drivers (two 11½" + 7" Balanced Drive) and massive separated enclosures, supporting a top-tier bass score.
Mid
95/100
Consistently praised for natural timbre, vocal presence and coherence; reviewers note midrange clarity that makes the huge cabinets 'sound like much smaller ones' and excellent instrument definition and intimacy.
Treble
94/100
Silky, extended highs from the soft textile dome plus planar super-tweeter; reviewers report refined, airy, non-fatiguing top end with strong detail and no brittleness even at high levels.
Soundstage Imaging
96/100
Regularly described as holographic and three-dimensional with wide, deep, well-layered staging and rock‑solid, detached central images; reviewers cite lifelike height and convincing sense of space.
Dynamics
97/100
Exceptional micro- and macro-dynamics and headroom; several reviews note no compression even at concert levels (>100dB), with fast transient attack and authoritative slam.
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Build Quality
96/100
Massive, meticulously engineered cabinets (28mm birch laminate composite, die-cast aluminium elements, internal bracing, non-parallel surfaces) and high-end finishes; construction intended to minimize resonance and support high output.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied. Robust, large, easy-to-grip custom binding posts and supplied jumpers noted; designed to present a stable load to amplifiers (nominal 4Ω, 88dB sensitivity).
Value for Money
74/100
Performance is exceptional and several reviewers suggest the price is commensurate or even favourable relative to engineering and results, but the very high retail (~€80k/£70k) places it out of reach for most buyers, tempering value assessment.
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