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ProAc Loudspeakers Response D20/D/R
The Response D20 has proven to be one of ProAc’s most successful designs.
Available with the choice of either a dome (D20D) or a ribbon (D20R) tweeter.
The cabinet design uses the same type of bass loading as the D30S and D48 models which makes the speaker easier to position with respect to its frequency response.
The result is a wonderful open and expansive midrange with a substantial bass and sweet and detailed high frequencies from either ProAc tweeter option. A large sound stage is also a bonus.
Featured veneers: Rosewood and Liquidambar
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The Response D20/D/R’s standout is its precise ribbon tweeter, delivering exceptional clarity and insight thanks to a damped rear chamber and Alnico motor; reviewers at Audiophilepure note its resolution and placement sensitivity. Complemented by a woven-fibre 165mm mid/bass, downward-firing port and claimed 28Hz extension, the speakers pair natural midrange with lively dynamics for impressive imaging.
Pros
- Outstanding treble clarity and resolution from the ribbon tweeter with a damped rear chamber and Alnico motor.
- Natural, coherent midrange and strong vocal presence thanks to the 165mm woven glass-fibre driver and acrylic phase plug.
- Controlled, consistent low-end aided by a downward-firing port, with claimed extension down to 28Hz for a compact floorstander.
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Cons
- Ribbon tweeter demands careful toe-in and is more exacting about angling to reach its best imaging and clarity.
- Speakers need space around them to fully shine; placement can materially affect bass performance and staging.
Sound Quality
93/100
Bass
92/100
Reviewer notes a downward-firing port and claims of 28Hz extension; bass is described as consistent across placements though the speakers 'need space' to shine. Given the 165mm (6.5") mid/bass driver in a tall cabinet, the low-end is impressive and well-controlled for the driver size.
Mid
94/100
The 16.5cm mid/bass unit is described as 'almost as impressive as the tweeter' and spec'd with a woven glass-fibre cone, generous motor and acrylic phase plug. Results point to natural, coherent midrange and strong vocal presence through the crossover region.
Treble
93/100
The ribbon tweeter is called the technical highlight, delivering clarity and insight with a damped rear chamber and Alnico motor for refined upper frequencies. Reviewers note it is more exacting about toe-in, indicating high resolution but some placement sensitivity.
Soundstage Imaging
92/100
Ribbon tweeter and precise driver integration produce focused, layered imaging; the review highlights clarity and insight though it mentions angling matters. Soundstage is detailed with good width/depth when positioned correctly.
Dynamics
92/100
Damped chamber behind the ribbon and an Alnico-based motor system are credited with improved dynamics and clarity. The speakers convey micro and macro dynamics well for their size, with no reviewer notes of running out of steam.
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Build Quality
95/100
Specs and review cite woven glass-fibre cones, a generous motor system, acrylic phase plug and high-quality crossover components; finishes and solid cabinet construction (24kg each) support a premium build impression.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive tower baseline applied (80). Speaker supports split terminals for optional bi-wiring/bi-amping; no DSP/streaming expected or penalised.
Value for Money
80/100
No price provided and reviewers do not explicitly discuss cost or peer-value; performance is high, but without price context a conservative mid-high value rating is used.
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