Challenger M-105
Hifi & Musik nr 9 2017
Hi-Fi sound on steroids!
“Dynavoice Challenger M-105 was previously tested with good reviews in HemmaBio magazine, and we could not resist including it here, hoping it would fit in the company of Cerwin and System One. The M-105 is an enlarged version of the popular M-65 from the Challenger series, which has been on the market for quite some time. With its dual 10-inch woofers, the speakers are the smallest in the trio, which might seem like a weakness when playing loud, but on the other hand, you get a comparatively easy-to-place speaker.”
“In the midrange, dual 5.25-inch drivers are placed in a D’Appolito configuration on each side of a 1-inch tweeter dome. The advantage of this placement is a point-like reproduction, while the drawback is that reflections can become a bit uneven with midrange drivers on each side of the tweeter. The cabinet construction holds the highest quality in the trio, with solid internal bracing and nicely rounded corners.”
“For those who want to fine-tune the sound to personal taste, Dynavoice is unique in this group. There are no fewer than four bass ports that can be tuned using foam plugs, while the treble level can be adjusted in four steps with jumpers.”
Listening impressions
“The test’s most hi-fi-like sound comes from Dynavoice. Compared to the two competitors, it presents a wealth of details, and it’s easy to follow the placement of instruments in the soundstage since everything is well organized. The sound feels lively, and Dynavoice pushes the performers forward just enough to feel present but not intrusive. The tonal balance leans slightly toward the brighter side without becoming harsh, and there is enough power in the bass to make the overall balance work very well. Dynavoice does not play quite as brutally loud as the competitors, but not far from it, and sounds good even with smaller amplifiers, just like the smaller bookshelf model S-6 EX did when we tested it in HiFi & Musik issue 4/2017.”
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High resolution and correct sound
Nice build with good adjustability
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Not quite up to Cerwin dB-levels
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A very good and affordable allround-option, for those who want both.