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Dali RUBIKORE 2
Evolution through KORE technology
Proven technologies inspired by our flagship DALI KORE speaker deliver an outstanding audio performance.
Exceptional acoustic performance
Combining high-end performance with a compact stand-mount format to bring detailed and low-colouration sound to more intimate listening spaces.
Danish furniture design
Available in four exclusive finishes, the luxuriously handcrafted cabinet combines beauty, versatility and low-resonance engineering.
Handcrafted by DALI
Each speaker is individually crafted, assembled and tested at our production facilities in Denmark using as many locally sourced components as possible.
EXCEPTIONAL ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE
...and immense versatility
EVOLUTION THROUGH KORE TECHNOLOGY
Maximium performance and sound quality
DANISH FURNITURE DESIGN
...and high-end finishing
HANDCRAFTED BY DALI
Designed, developed and manufactured in Denmark
WIDE APPLICATIONS
Perfectly suited to medium-sized listening spaces
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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)
- 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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A standout for midrange clarity and punch, the Rubikore 2 pairs articulate, tonal vocals with controlled, impactful bass and a surprisingly wide soundstage. Reviewers at What Hi‑Fi? and The Ear applaud its balance and dynamic headroom; trickle-down Kore technology and polished build make this compact standmount both lively and refined.
Pros
- Lush, natural midrange that renders vocals and instruments with striking realism.
- Controlled, impactful bass with good agility and low-frequency extension for a compact standmount.
- Wide, well-organised soundstage and precise imaging that often exceeds the cabinets' physical boundaries.
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Cons
- Treble can be forward/excitable and benefits from careful amplifier matching to avoid brightness.
- Performance becomes noticeably less expansive and dynamic at very low listening levels.
- Grille attachment uses push-in lugs that leave visible holes when removed, a minor cosmetic quibble.
Sound Quality
90/100
Bass
90/100
For its size (6.5" mid/bass) the Rubikore 2 digs deep and controlled to a claimed 50Hz (reviewers often found it better in-room). Multiple reviews cite impactful, well-textured low end that conveys weight without boom; some listeners may still want more absolute substance, but bass is excellent for size and well controlled.
Mid
93/100
Reviewers repeatedly praise a lavish, tonal midrange with natural vocal timbre and strong realism. Described as neutral but generous with information, the midrange is a clear strength—engaging and detailed without sounding forced.
Treble
88/100
Treble is detailed, shiny and capable of sumptuous presentation on violins, but several reviews warn it can be forward/excitable and benefits from careful system matching. Generally refined and controlled, though occasional brightness is noted on some recordings.
Soundstage Imaging
90/100
Many reviewers report a wide, deep and well-organised soundstage that often exceeds cabinet boundaries and doesn’t require toe-in. A couple of impressions noted a more cabinet-centric placement on certain tracks, but overall imaging and lateral dispersion are strong.
Dynamics
90/100
Strong micro/macro dynamics and headroom for the form factor; the speaker thrills at higher levels and tracks intensity well. Some dependence on amplifier power/level is noted—low-volume listening sees reduced expansiveness—so pairing matters.
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Build Quality
92/100
Build and finish are repeatedly described as impeccable and high-gloss options are very well executed; driver and cabinet engineering (Clarity Cone, SMC, asymmetrical dimples) are highlighted. Minor grille-attachment quibble (push-in lugs leave holes) does little to detract.
Features Connectivity
82/100
Passive bookshelf baseline applied (80) with +2 for furnished bi-wire/bi-amp terminals and high-quality crossover parts (Mundorf caps, SMC inductors). Continuous Flare bass port and solid terminals noted; remains within passive bookshelf bounds.
Value for Money
86/100
Multiple reviewers call the Rubikore 2 excellent value or a Best Buy at its street price (The Absolute Sound lists £2,299 / $3,630 / €2,598), though What Hi‑Fi notes it costs a few hundred more than rivals (e.g., KEF R3). Strong long-term reward and performance-for-price, with some debate versus peers.
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