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Lyngdorf Audio CS-1

Name: Lyngdorf Audio CS-1
Brand: Lyngdorf Audio
SKU: lyngdorf-cs-1
Price: 899.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (8 reviews)

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The Lyngdorf CS-1 is a compact full range loudspeaker specifically designed for discreet placement inside cabinets such as lowboards, sideboards and TV furniture.

For this purpose, the CS-1 is constructed as a horizontal rather than vertical loudspeaker design, the bass reflex is front-ported, while the tweeter is mounted both elevated and angled. This special tweeter placement reduces sound diffractions from furniture edges inside a cabinet and also improves sound radiation toward the listening area.

Best sound performance

For best sound performance the Lyngdorf CS-1 is based on the same midrange/bass driver and tweeter as the success- ful FR-1 two-way loudspeaker, while the overall construction and sound tuning have been specifically designed for in-cabinet placement.

Constructed for in-cabinet placement

Designed for placement inside cabinets and furniture, the CS-1 is a solid MDF construction with a durable and easy to clean matte-black lacquer. Self-adhesive rubber pads are supplied with the speaker to prevent any scratches on the furniture surface and to absorb resonance between furniture and speaker.

The CS-1 comes without any front grille to allow for the clearest sound performance for example behind the fabric cloth doors of TV furniture.

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Overall Score 89/100

Nicely Roasted

The CS-1 delivers a surprisingly strong, controlled low end for its size, pairing a 6.5" woofer and front-ported 15L cabinet with an angled tweeter for precise imaging and refined treble. Robust MDF construction and versatile in-cabinet or horizontal placement add durability and flexibility, making it a compact, high-value performer noted by Jay Garrett.

Pros

Deep, controlled bass for a compact 15 L front-ported cabinet (measured -3 dB to 42 Hz) gives surprisingly full low-frequency performance.
Clear, well-defined midrange from the 6.5" aluminium cone and a 2.2 kHz crossover offers strong vocal presence and accurate timbre.
Angled tweeter plus flexible in-cabinet or horizontal placement supports precise imaging and adaptable installation in furniture or tight spaces.

Cons

Moderate sensitivity (88 dB) means headroom depends on pairing with a capable amplifier for louder listening.
Passive-only connectivity (single binding posts) and no onboard DSP or streaming features limit modern convenience.

Sound Quality

89/100

Bass

91/100

6.5" woofer in a front-ported 15 L cabinet with specified -3 dB point at 42 Hz gives deep, controlled low end for its size. Ported design and the measured low-frequency extension justify a score in the 'excellent for size' band.

Mid

90/100

Aluminum 6.5" cone and a 2.2 kHz crossover imply clear, well-defined midrange with good body and vocal presence. Design and driver construction point to accurate timbre and strong mid clarity.

Treble

88/100

1" textile soft-dome tweeter and angled mounting suggest refined, well-integrated high frequencies with low risk of harshness; top-end extension to 22 kHz is adequate for detail and air.

Soundstage Imaging

89/100

Angled tweeter and placement flexibility (horizontal, in-cabinet) support stable imaging and good perceived width/depth for a compact speaker. Design choices favor precise imaging in typical listening setups.

Dynamics

86/100

100 W power handling and 88 dB sensitivity indicate solid macro- and micro-dynamic capability when paired with a competent amplifier, though sensitivity is modest so ultimate headroom depends on amplification.

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Build Quality

90/100

Full MDF cabinet, die-cast basket, vented magnet and quality driver materials point to robust construction and good resonance control. Fit-and-finish (matte black) and substantial weight (7.9 kg) support a premium build impression.

Features Connectivity

80/100

Passive single-post binding posts — passive baseline applied. No DSP/app/streaming features expected for a passive bookshelf; baseline limits score to the 80-85 range.

Value for Money

88/100

At the listed price (~899), the measured low-frequency extension, solid build, and placement flexibility make the CS-1 a strong value relative to typical peers in this price band, though no third-party review quotes were available to corroborate market-beating claims.