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Click either cabinet to swap A ↔ B · Reference height: 45.7 in · 1 in = 12.24 px
Klipsch Forte IVvsDynaudio Evoke 50
The Dynaudio Evoke 50 stands 116.2 cm tall — about 25.4 cm more than the Klipsch Forte IV at 90.8 cm. On footprint the Klipsch Forte IV is the wider cabinet (41.9 cm versus 30.5 cm). At 99 dB against 87 dB, the Klipsch Forte IV is the easier load to drive and plays louder from the same amplifier. The Dynaudio Evoke 50 reaches deeper in the bass, down to 35 Hz versus 38 Hz. Low frequencies come from a 305 mm cone on the Klipsch Forte IV and a 180 mm cone on the Dynaudio Evoke 50. Both land in a similar price bracket, around $5,249 a pair.
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Klipsch | Dynaudio |
| Model | Forte IV IV | Evoke 50 |
| HiFi ladder position | #15 of 281 floorstander | #179 of 281 floorstander |
| Height | 35.7 in | 45.7 in |
| Width | 16.5 in | 12 in |
| Depth | 13 in | 14.7 in |
| Weight | 72.1 lb | 59.3 lb |
| Enclosure | passive-radiator | bass-reflex-rear |
| Drivers | 1× 1 in tweeter (K-100-TI titanium compression diaphragm), 1× 1.7 in midrange (K-702 polyimide compression diaphragm), 1× 12 in woofer (K-281 fiber-composite cone) | 1× 1.1 in tweeter (Cerotar soft dome with Hexis), 1× 5.9 in midrange (MSP cone), 2× 7.1 in woofer (MSP cone) |
| Frequency — low | 38 Hz | 35 Hz |
| Frequency — high | 20000 Hz | 23000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB | 87 dB |
| Impedance | 8 Ω | 4 Ω |
| Recommended amp | — | — |
| MAP (USD) | $4,998 / pair | $5,499 / pair |
| Where to buy | Check availability ↗ | Check availability ↗ |
| Brand website | klipsch.com ↗ | dynaudio.com ↗ |
| Product page | Open product page ↗ | Open product page ↗ |
Larger value highlighted in green. For low-frequency extension, lower Hz = greater bass reach, so the deeper side is highlighted.