Lyngdorf Audio D-500
Lyngdorf D-500 — precise in-wall imaging with refined tonal balance
The Lyngdorf D-500 brings room-friendly, speaker-grade performance to in-wall installations, pairing a dedicated 175 mm mid driver and twin 175 mm passive woofers in a sealed, closed compound cabinet. With a measured range of 50–22,000 Hz (-3 dB), the D-500 delivers controlled low end, an authoritative midband and a smooth, extended treble courtesy of its 28 mm soft-dome tweeter. Expect vocals and instruments to sit forward with excellent timbral accuracy, bolstered by the midrange engineering and a 2.5 kHz crossover that keeps transitions coherent.
Scoring highly for build and midrange clarity, the D-500 emphasizes articulation and imaging over brute output: its 88 dB sensitivity and 100 W IEC rating suit most domestic systems while rewarding stronger amplification for greater headroom. The sealed design yields tight, well-damped bass rather than deep subwoofer levels, making it ideal for music-first home theaters and two-channel systems where in-wall integration is required. Crafted with aluminum cones, substantial voice coils and a refined finish, the D-500 is aimed at buyers seeking premium in-wall fidelity rather than bargain pricing.
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Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
88/100
Build Quality
90/100
Features Connectivity
80/100
Value for Money
74/100
Pros
Detailed, natural midrange driven by a dedicated 175 mm mid driver and 38 mm voice coil, giving excellent vocal presence and timbral accuracy.
Controlled, well-damped bass from the closed compound cabinet and dual 175 mm passive woofers, offering punch and articulation for in-wall speakers.
Refined treble with a 28 mm soft-dome tweeter extending to 22 kHz for smooth, detailed highs without harshness.
High build quality and in-wall integration—aluminum cones, robust voice coils and precise mounting suit long-term installation and finish.
Cons
Premium price relative to bookshelf alternatives — strong engineering and in-wall form factor justify the cost but reduce value for budget-focused buyers.
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SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 88/100
Bass
88/100
Two 175 mm passive woofers in a closed compound cabinet and a rated low-frequency limit of 50 Hz (-3 dB) indicate unusually strong low-frequency extension for an in-wall/bookshelf form. Expect controlled, well-damped bass with good articulation rather than deep sub-woofer output; sensitivity and sealed design trade some output for control.
Mid
92/100
A dedicated 175 mm midrange with 38 mm voice coil, aluminum cone and vented magnet suggests robust, detailed midrange performance and strong vocal presence. The two-way crossover at 2.5 kHz and quality driver specification point to accurate timbre and clarity in the critical midband.
Treble
88/100
A 28 mm soft-dome tweeter with a specified top-end to 22 kHz supports extended, smooth treble with low risk of harshness. Expect a refined top end with good air and detail rather than aggressively bright presentation.
Soundstage Imaging
87/100
The two-way design, coherent mid/tweet crossover and in-wall mounting form factor forecast a focused, stable image with good depth. In-wall installation may reduce perceived lateral width versus free-standing placement, but imaging precision and depth should be a strength.
Dynamics
85/100
100 W IEC power handling and a sensitivity of 88 dB indicate solid dynamic capability for most rooms, though higher-powered amplification will better exploit headroom. Expect punchy micro- and mid-scale dynamics; ultimate slam is limited by sealed cabinet and moderate sensitivity.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
90/100
Closed compound cabinet, aluminum-cone drivers and substantial 38 mm voice coil imply high-quality materials and robust construction. Lyngdorf's engineering focus and in-wall mounting hardware point to excellent fit-and-finish and long-term reliability.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive single-post binding posts: passive baseline applied. No DSP/app/streaming expected or penalized for this passive speaker; connectivity is appropriate for the category.
Value for Money
74/100
At a listed price of €1,888 (single-pair range), the D-500 sits in a premium bracket. The engineering, driver complement and in-wall capability support the price, but value is moderate versus lower-cost alternatives unless buyers need the specific in-wall form factor and Lyngdorf engineering.
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Specifications
- Model
- Lyngdorf D-500
- Description
- 2 way speaker with 2 passive woofers
- Tweeter
- 28 mm / 1,1” soft dome
- Midrange driver
- 175 mm, 38 mm voice coil, aluminum cone, vented magnet
- Passive woofer
- 2 x 175 mm, aluminum cones
- Enclosure
- Closed compound cabinet
- Frequency range
- 50 – 22.000 Hz (-3 dB)
- Nominal Impedance
- 4 Ohm
- Sensitivity
- 88 dB (2.83V/1m)
- Power handling
- 100 W (IEC)
- Maximum SPL
- 108 dB (peak, 1m)
- Crossover point
- 2,5 kHz
- Connections
- Binding posts
- Mounting
- In-wall
- Dimensions with grill (W x H x D)
- 254 x 779 x 106 mm / 10 x 30.7 x 4.2 inches
- Cut-out dimensions (W x H x D)
- 226 x 751 x 100 mm / 8.9 x 29.6 x 3.9 inches
- Weight
- 7,4 kg / 16 lb
- Finish
- Matte black, white grill
Manufacturer's Description — Lyngdorf Audio
The first Lyngdorf Audio installation speakers
The D speakers bring Lyngdorf Audio sound quality to the custom installation speaker market. After the successful introduction of Lyngdorf loudspeakers for modern living rooms, ranging from the MH and FR on-wall speakers and BW boundary woofers to the CS-1 cabinet speaker, the Lyngdorf D series expands the company’s range with in-wall and in-ceiling speakers for stereo and multichannel installations.
D stands for discreet
D stands for discreet – all models are designed as installation speakers for discreet in-wall or in-ceiling integration, featuring a wall-fixing mechanism with mounting legs. All models also come with their own loudspeaker enclosure, making system planning and the actual installation as easy as possible, with no after-market backbox or closed wall cavity required. This also ensures that the sound performance is always defined and consistent, depending less on the wall construction and the available space behind the wall.
Full-range speaker design
The D-500 is designed as a full-range speaker, with two passive woofers complementing the midrange driver and tweeter. This design makes the D-500 easy drive while reaching below 50Hz, suitable for systems without a subwoofer in smaller or medium sized rooms, or as full range in-wall speakers in a stereo setup left and right of a TV.
Full-range speaker design
The D-500 models are designed as full-range speakers, with two passive woofers complementing the midrange driver and tweeter. This design makes the D-500 models easy to drive while reaching below 50Hz, suitable for systems without a subwoofer in smaller or medium sized rooms, or as full range in-wall speakers in a stereo setup left and right of a TV.
Pre-mounted loudspeaker enclosure
All D-500, D-60 and D-5 models come with their own pre-mounted loudspeaker enclosure, so that no after-market backbox or closed wall cavity is required. This ensures that the sound performance is always defined and consistent, depending less on the wall construction and the available space behind the wall.
Lyngdorf Audio speaker design and drive-units
The woofers and tweeters are based on the known drive-units used in other Lyngdorf loudspeakers customized for these new models, featuring soft-dome tweeters, light aluminum cones, vented magnets, and die-cast baskets.
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