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Dali OBERON 9
Easy to Position
The wide dispersion pattern of the drivers ensures well-integrated sound that drastically reduces off-axis harmonic distortion.
Contemporary Design
The rounded edges and grille fabric add a lighter and more contemporary look, enhanced by the elegantly shaped aluminium base on the floorstanding models.
Wood Fibre Cones
The stiff, lightweight structure of the reinforced wood fibre cone reproduces details that are uncoloured and highly accurate.
Patented SMC
The woofer magnet's iron pole-piece includes a patented SMC disc that greatly reduces mechanical distortion for a relaxed midrange and lots of detail.
EASY INTEGRATION
Well-integrated sound, even off axis
NEW WOOD FIBRE CONE
Optimised with new wood fibre structure
REDUCING DISTORTION
Patented SMC (Soft Magnetic Composite)
OVERSIZED SOFT DOME
Combining proven technologies & features
OPTIMISED CABINET
Cabinet design beyond 'just' good looks
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Authorized dealers for Dali OBERON 9
- 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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Deep, authoritative bass anchors the OBERON 9’s presentation, while a wide, airy soundstage and precise midrange make vocals and acoustic detail sing. DALI’s three-way architecture delivers controlled, low-distortion output and high SPL capability, yet these towers remain surprisingly easy to drive. Reviewers from HomeTheaterHifi and What Hi‑Fi? highlight its combination of punch, refinement and excellent value.
Pros
- Deep, tuneful bass with near-subwoofer extension and low measured distortion
- Dedicated three-way topology and mid driver deliver clear, well-textured midrange and vocal clarity
- Expansive, well-dispersed soundstage that fills larger rooms with solid imaging
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Cons
- Requires a large listening room or distance to avoid overbearing bass and achieve balance
- Not as rhythmically precise or micro-dynamically subtle as the very best floorstanders
Sound Quality
93/100
Bass
95/100
Dual 9" woofers and dedicated cabinet sections produce deep, authoritative bass; reviewers report in-room extension below 25Hz and subwoofer-like chest impact with low distortion. A few measurements note missing the extreme 16Hz hits, but overall reviewers describe subwoofer-level output and clean control, justifying an excellent rating within the large-tower band.
Mid
94/100
Three-way topology with a dedicated mid driver yields clear, well-textured vocals and natural timbre; multiple reviews call out crystal-clear vocal presentation and coherent midrange integration. The dedicated mid cabinet and crossover implementation are repeatedly praised, supporting a very high midrange score.
Treble
91/100
29mm soft-dome tweeter provides refinement, broad dispersion and controlled upper frequencies; reviewers note air and lack of harshness while also indicating detail is very good though not 'class-leading'. Overall treble is refined and well-behaved, earning a high score.
Soundstage Imaging
92/100
Consistently described as wide, expansive and capable of large-scale imaging when given room to breathe; reviewers mention excellent dispersion and an expansive soundstage but note it needs adequate listening distance/room size to fully bloom. Strong width and depth with good image focus when positioned correctly.
Dynamics
89/100
Impressive macro-dynamics and high SPL capability — reviewers say the speakers can be driven very loud with little strain and offer forceful large-scale dynamics. Some critiques mention less refinement in rhythmic precision and subtle micro-dynamic nuance compared with top-tier rivals, hence slightly lower than the absolute top.
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Build Quality
92/100
Well-made MDF cabinets with internal splits for separate driver compartments and an integrated aluminium base; drivers use DALI's wood-fibre cones and the fit/finish is described as elegant. Construction and crossover implementation are noted as solid and appropriate for the design.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied. Speaker is a passive three-way (no DSP/app), rated 90.5dB sensitivity and 4Ω nominal impedance; conventional crossover at 780/3,400Hz noted in reviews.
Value for Money
95/100
Multiple reviewers (cited at ~$2,499–$2,500) explicitly state performance exceeds the asking price and rivals speakers costing much more; given that consensus and the speaker's full-range capability, value is rated extremely high. (Product metadata lists a different price; scoring follows reviewer pricing and commentary.)
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