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ProAc Loudspeakers Response D2 / R / D
A superb midrange and build quality, make this a true compact monitor.
The D2 is the current version of the speaker that introduced the Response Range to the world over 30 years ago.
Available with the option of either dome or ribbon tweeters, the Response D2 continues the ProAc tradition of producing the finest quality monitor speakers.
Incorporating our proven cabinet construction techniques and materials with a front facing reflex port, gives the response D2 a pure and potent bass for its compact dimensions.
Whether you choose the dome or ribbon version of the Response D2, it will give true monitor performance and we are sure you will be astounded with the extreme transparency and pinpoint imagery that this model delivers.
Featured veneers: Liquidambar and Walnut
Some finishes are now available with magnetic grilles, please check with your nearest dealer.
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The Response D2R's standout is its ribbon tweeter, delivering a transparent treble with airy extension and pinpoint imaging, paired with a rich, believable natural midrange and impressively controlled bass for such a compact standmount. Reviewers from What Hi‑Fi? and The Ear praise its dynamics and build, though setup and positioning can be demanding.
Pros
- Ribbon tweeter delivers exceptionally transparent, airy high‑end with very precise imaging.
- Open, richly textured midrange that renders vocals and acoustic timbre convincingly.
- Surprisingly deep, controlled bass for a compact standmount, aided by a forward‑firing port.
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Cons
- Requires careful setup, toe‑in and break‑in; positioning materially affects tonal balance and imaging.
- Ribbon option has narrower dispersion than a dome, creating a more obvious listening hotspot for best results.
Sound Quality
91/100
Bass
90/100
For its size (6.5" mid/woofer in a ported cabinet) reviewers repeatedly praised deep, controlled bass that reaches impressively low (ProAc spec 30Hz) and delivers musical authority. Several reviewers noted the forward-facing port helps extend low end close to walls but also made placement/room interaction important; a couple warned ported low-frequency definition is not as precise as sealed designs. Overall bass is potent and well controlled for size, with occasional room-related boom on some recordings.
Mid
92/100
Multiple reviews emphasize an open, natural and richly textured midrange with excellent vocal presence and tonal accuracy (names: Ecoustics, The Ear, What Hi‑Fi). Reviewers describe seamless driver integration and believable timbre that reveals recording detail without sounding clinical, making vocals and acoustic instruments particularly convincing.
Treble
93/100
The ribbon tweeter is widely praised for extreme transparency, air, and fine detail retrieval without fatigue; reviewers call the top end sweet, lyrical and highly resolved. While one review suggested slightly less upper‑band enthusiasm for absolute neutrality, consensus is that the ribbon delivers an exceptionally refined and pleasurable high end with pinpoint imagery.
Soundstage Imaging
92/100
Observers report a wide, deep soundstage with stable, well-focused imaging and excellent layering; the ribbons contribute to very precise placement and a black background. Several reviews note positioning sensitivity — toe‑in, spacing and wall distance affect the image — but when set up correctly imaging is class-leading for a standmount.
Dynamics
90/100
Transient response, punch and dynamic contrast are frequently cited as strengths: fast attack/decay and strong macro dynamics make orchestral and percussive music engaging. Reviewers also note the speakers' ability to scale and convey musical drive despite compact cabinet size, though they recommend capable amplification to realize full dynamic potential.
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Build Quality
90/100
Construction is described as high quality: marine ply carcass with thick HDF baffles, premium finishes and carefully chosen drivers/crossover parts. Multiple sources call out excellent fit/finish and a refined, solid cabinet that supports quiet background and low resonance.
Features Connectivity
82/100
Passive standmount baseline applied (single‑cabinet passive speaker) with two sets of binding posts for bi‑wiring/bi‑amping (+2). No DSP/streaming expected or penalized. Nominal impedance and sensitivity (8Ω / 88.5dB) make them reasonably easy to drive but setup matters.
Value for Money
84/100
At ~$4,500 (standard finish) reviewers call the D2R expensive but defensible given their mid/tweeter performance, imaging and build; several reviewers recommend them as a long‑term keep. Value is high for buyers seeking ribbon clarity and musicality, though price and setup demands temper mass-market appeal; comparisons to much costlier references (e.g., ATC SCM50) highlight strong relative value.
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