Dali Sonik 1 Speakers

Dali Sonik 1 Speakers

The Dali Sonik 1 Speakers are available for demonstration in our Hull store by request.

Dali Sonik 1 Speakers are designed to provide a true high-fidelity listening experience in compact living spaces, offices, bedrooms, and multimedia setups. These speakers incorporate Dali’s renowned attention to detail in acoustic engineering, following the same sound design principles as the brand’s premium lines.

Although compact in size, each speaker features precision built components and a low resonance cabinet to ensure accurate reproduction of musical detail. The Sonik 1 delivers balanced bass, articulate midrange clarity, and smooth high frequencies for immersive listening across all genres.

Their compact form allows easy placement on shelves, stands, or walls, while maintaining exceptional depth and presence. With Sonik 1, listeners can enjoy vibrant sound without needing a dedicated listening room or a large footprint.

Advanced Driver Technology for Precision Sound

At the heart of the Dali Sonik 1 Speakers are engineering innovations designed to preserve detail and reduce distortion. The speaker integrates a 29 mm ultra-light soft dome tweeter developed specifically for the Sonik series, paired with a 5¼ inch Clarity Cone paper and wood fibre woofer supported by the patented SMC Essential magnet system.

These elements work together to provide ultra-low mechanical loss, accurate voice coil movement, and clearer transient response. Clarity Cone technology eliminates resonance and coloration, allowing natural reproduction of instruments and vocals. The SMC magnet structure minimises eddy currents and hysteresis, enhancing midrange transparency and dynamic realism.

This commitment to material science and acoustic control ensures that the Sonik 1 performs far beyond expectations for a compact loudspeaker.

Dali's Sonik Range

Within the Sonik family, the Dali Sonik 1 Speakers serve as the entry point into the range and deliver performance far exceeding what is typically expected from compact designs. While larger Sonik models scale in cabinet size, driver configuration, and output capability, Sonik 1 maintains the core design philosophies and technologies of the range.

It offers the same Clarity Cone diaphragm materials, SMC magnet technology, and low-loss approach found throughout the Sonik series, making it an ideal introduction to the Dali sound experience. The Sonik 1 is suited for smaller rooms and near-wall placement while still maintaining impressive bass depth and imaging precision, making it the preferred choice for listeners seeking premium performance in tight spaces.

Low Loss Philosophy and Time Coherence

The Sonik 1 embodies Dali’s low-loss sound design philosophy, which focuses on preserving the purity of the input signal while maintaining seamless time alignment between drivers. Every material and structural element is selected to minimise unwanted mechanical resistance. This ensures accurate reproduction of microdynamics, subtle ambience, and acoustic detail even at low listening levels.

The careful alignment between tweeter and woofer guarantees ideal phase coherence and a smooth tonal transition across the crossover point. Time-aligned drivers maintain clarity and consistent imaging, contributing to a holographic soundstage where instruments and voices appear naturally positioned.

Combined with precision crossover design and low resonance cabinet construction, the Sonik 1 delivers a transparent and realistic listening experience rarely found in compact loudspeakers.

Wide Dispersion and Room Integration

A key strength of the Dali Sonik 1 Speakers is their ability to deliver wide dispersion, allowing a consistent listening experience throughout the room rather than only at the central seating position. The tweeter and woofer geometry, material selection, and crossover design have been engineered for uniform off-axis response with minimal distortion across the frequency range.

This broad acoustic spread enables flexible placement without complex toe-in requirements. Whether mounted on a wall, placed on a shelf, or positioned on stands, the Sonik 1 maintains clarity, imaging stability, and tonal balance. Reduced diffraction and distortion contribute to a more natural soundstage that feels expansive, even from a compact cabinet, making the Sonik 1 ideal for multi-purpose living spaces and casual listening environments.

Craftsmanship and Integration with Modern Setups

The Dali Sonik 1 Speakers are individually assembled and tested to ensure consistency and performance matching, reflecting Dali’s heritage of precision craftsmanship. Enclosures are constructed to minimise resonance using carefully engineered internal damping and bracing. The cabinet finish options blend elegantly with contemporary interiors while maintaining durability for long-term use.

High-quality terminals provide a secure connection for a variety of speaker cables. Designed for versatility, Sonik 1 integrates easily into stereo systems, compact listening setups, desktop systems, or surround configurations.

When paired with appropriate amplification and positioned thoughtfully, the Sonik 1 reveals musical detail and dynamic expression that elevate everyday listening. It offers an accessible pathway into high-end audio quality for music lovers seeking compact form and refined performance.

Dali Sonik 1 Speakers Specification:

• Frequency response: 51–26,000 Hz ±3 dB
• Sensitivity: 86 dB @ 1 m for 2.83 V
• Nominal impedance: 6 Ω
• High frequency driver: 1 × 29 mm low-loss soft dome
• HF diaphragm material: soft woven fabric
• Low/mid driver: 1 × 5.25 in Clarity Cone paper and wood fibre
• Crossover frequency: 2,800 Hz
• Crossover type: 2-way
• Cabinet type: bass reflex
• Bass reflex tuning: 51 Hz
• Maximum SPL: 106 dB
• Recommended amplifier power: 25–100 W
• Speaker inputs: single-wire
• Suitable locations: stand or shelf
• Recommended distance from rear wall: 1–50 cm
• Weight with grille: 4.1 kg (9.03 lb)
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 274 × 162 × 231 mm
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 10.8 × 6.4 × 9.1 in
• Shipping weight, pair: 10 kg (22.04 lb)
• Included mounting: integrated wall bracket
• Finishes: Black Ash, White, Walnut, Natural Oak
• Included accessories: Front grilles, Rubber feet, Rubber pads, Documentation pack