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Click either cabinet to swap A ↔ B · Reference height: 520 mm (52.0 cm) · 1 mm = 1.08 px
TAD Micro Evolution OnevsDynaudio Confidence 20
The Dynaudio Confidence 20 stands 52.0 cm tall — about 10.9 cm more than the TAD Micro Evolution One at 41.1 cm. On footprint the TAD Micro Evolution One is the wider cabinet (25.1 cm versus 23.3 cm). At 87 dB against 85 dB, the Dynaudio Confidence 20 is the easier load to drive and plays louder from the same amplifier. The TAD Micro Evolution One reaches deeper in the bass, down to 36 Hz versus 42 Hz. Low frequencies come from a 160 mm cone on the TAD Micro Evolution One and a 180 mm cone on the Dynaudio Confidence 20. Both land in a similar price bracket, around $12,748 a pair.
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | TAD | Dynaudio |
| Model | Micro Evolution One | Confidence 20 |
| HiFi ladder position | #151 of 215 bookshelf | #194 of 215 bookshelf |
| Height | 411 mm | 520 mm |
| Width | 251 mm | 233 mm |
| Depth | 402 mm | 414 mm |
| Weight | 20 kg | 27 kg |
| Enclosure | bass-reflex-rear | bass-reflex-down |
| Drivers | 1× 160 mm woofer (aramid), 1× 90 mm midrange (magnesium), 1× 25 mm tweeter (beryllium) | 1× 28 mm tweeter (Esotar 3 soft dome with DDC Lens), 1× 180 mm mid-bass (NeoTec MSP cone) |
| Frequency — low | 36 Hz | 42 Hz |
| Frequency — high | 60000 Hz | 22000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 85 dB | 87 dB |
| Impedance | 4 Ω | 6 Ω |
| Recommended amp | — | — |
| MAP (USD) | $12,495 / pair | $13,000 / pair |
| Where to buy | Check availability ↗ | Check availability ↗ |
| Brand website | technicalaudiodevices.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.