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Dali OPTICON 6 MK2
Patented SMC
Our patented SMC magnet motor minimises hysteresis to significantly reduce electro-acoustic distortion.
Reflex Ports
The OPTICON MK2 dual-flare reflex ports minimise turbulence and effectively reinforce low-frequency performance.
Made in Denmark
At our Danish production facilities, we hand-assemble, test and QA everything from cutting the laminate to surface finishing.
Hybrid Tweeter
Our hybrid tweeter marries the clarity, speed and dynamics of a soft dome with the very high-frequency detail and finesse of a planar.
HIGH PERFORMANCE AUDIO
Dynamic accuracy, detail & clarity
The internal volume of the floorstanding OPTICON 6 MK2 significantly extends low-frequency response and bass volume level, making it ideally suited to large listening spaces. And with our signature hybrid tweeter module, it also has extraordinary detail and clarity higher up. As with the MK1 series, the OPTICON 6 MK2 is manufactured at our factory in Denmark using components produced in-house or sourced from the best specialist manufacturers locally and further afield.
AERODYNAMIC REFLEX PORT
Port design in the realm of aerodynamics
As a reflex-loaded speaker, the OPTICON 6 MK2 channels unused acoustic output generated by the woofer to extend low-frequency bandwidth and increase power handling. Using a dual flare shape that minimises turbulence at the entry and exit flares, the OPTICON 6 MK2 brings port design into the realm of aerodynamics.
PATENTED SMC
Reducing distortion with SMC
The OPTICON 6 MK2 driver magnet system consists of a large ferrite ring magnet surrounding a pole-piece manufactured entirely of the unique DALI SMC (Soft Magnetic Composite) material. The use of SMC greatly reduces mechanical distortion caused by hysteresis and eddy currents, resulting in a drastic reduction in third-order distortion for extended listening pleasure, a relaxed midrange and a surprising amount of detailing.
HYBRID TWEETER
The master of wide dispersion
The OPTICON 6 MK2 hybrid tweeter module marries a 29 mm soft dome tweeter with a custom 17 x 45 mm planar element. Both drivers are mounted on a cast aluminium faceplate, which provides a solid platform for the drivers and incorporates dispersion control detailing for optimal delivery of the high frequencies for off-axis listening. Our hybrid tweeter module offers the best of both worlds – the clarity, speed and dynamics of a dome tweeter with the very high-frequency detail and smooth finesse of a planar tweeter.
WOOD FIBRE WOOFER
Low loss, distortion and low colouration
The two 6½" bass drivers have been designed according to our sound design principles of low loss, low distortion and low colouration. The ideal driver plays only what the amplifier supplies... nothing is added, nothing is taken away. Every OPTICON 6 MK2 component is carefully designed to contribute towards this goal, including the paper pulp and wood fibre cone, which ensures minimal break-up resonance for a high resolution midrange and precise, coherent bass.
HIGH QUALITY CABINET
Ensuring the highest quality products
With a 25 mm thick front baffle and extra internal bracing, the OPTICON 6 MK2 cabinet is extremely rigid and practically eliminates panel resonance. To ensure the best possible quality product, we manufacture and test OPTICON MK2 series speakers at our production facilities in central Denmark, carrying out everything from cutting and routing of the wood laminate panels to installing the drivers and crossover.
EXPERIENCE SOUND
Interview with Lars Worre, DALI CEO
Lars Worre shares some of the original thoughts that went into developing the OPTICON MK2 series.
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Professional Reviews 89/100
Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
89/100
Build Quality
88/100
Value for Money
88/100
The Dali Opticon 6 MK2 marries punchy bass with a wide soundstage and impressively low-distortion refinement. Its hybrid dome-and-ribbon tweeter brings airy detail without aggression, while What Hi-Fi? found it composed at high volume. The result is a polished, musical floorstander with serious home-cinema poise.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Punchy, authoritative bass with strong speed and control.
Wide, expansive imaging and a stable centre image.
Refined, non-aggressive treble with clean detail, shimmer and air.
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Cons
Midrange and treble can sound somewhat restrained, leaving vocals less expressive than the strongest rivals.
Can lose some organisational composure with especially dense, complex recordings.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 89/100
The OPTICON 6 MK2 is widely described as a refined, musical and engaging floorstander with strong bass punch, generous detail and an even-handed tonal balance. Its principal reservation is a somewhat restrained upper-midrange and treble presentation, which can make vocals and high-energy material less expressive than the best rivals.
Bass
92/100
What Hi-Fi praises punchy, authoritative low frequencies, while AVComfort reports satisfying depth and speed with rock and heavier music. Cheap Audio Man likewise found the bass powerful, clean and fast rather than muddy, though he notes that ultimate extension is not its strongest suit.
Mid
88/100
AVComfort found female voices airy and articulate, with male vocals rich in tonal colour and convincingly natural. Cheap Audio Man also heard clear vocals with welcome warmth and no obvious handoff between male and female registers, but What Hi-Fi felt the midrange could be more lively and emotionally expressive.
Treble
87/100
The hybrid tweeter array is praised for clean shimmer, air and cymbal decay without hardness by Cheap Audio Man. However, both What Hi-Fi and AVComfort describe the top end as deliberately subdued, which supports refinement and long-term listenability but reduces sparkle and exuberance.
Soundstage Imaging
89/100
What Hi-Fi hears a wide, expansive and well-balanced presentation. AVComfort reports naturally drawn, substantial performer and instrument images, while Cheap Audio Man found a strong centre image and effective imaging without fussy placement requirements.
Dynamics
90/100
The speakers are repeatedly described as punchy, rhythmic and capable of playing loudly without obvious strain. What Hi-Fi says large-scale swings are handled with composure, although it also notes that the restrained upper range can soften the sense of dynamic expression and that the speaker can sound less settled when heavily stressed.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
88/100
What Hi-Fi found the cabinet fit and finish to be of a high standard, highlighting crisp corners and a thoughtfully executed driver and crossover arrangement. Alpha Audio similarly notes neat MDF cabinetry, securely fitted drivers and stable supplied feet, though the reviews offer limited long-term durability commentary.
Value for Money
88/100
At roughly €1,599-€1,750 per pair, the OPTICON 6 MK2 sits in a competitive mid-price floorstander category. Cheap Audio Man considers it among hi-fi's best current deals and a personal benchmark around $2,000 per pair, while What Hi-Fi considers it good for the money but not a class leader.
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