Published On: December 20, 2024

Dynaudio’s $20,000 Soundbar Is Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Seen (or Heard)

Published On: December 20, 2024
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Dynaudio’s $20,000 Soundbar Is Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Seen (or Heard)

Dynaudio’s Symphony Opus One, a 73-inch soundbar with innovative features and premium performance, is set to make waves at CES 2025.

Dynaudio’s $20,000 Soundbar Is Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Seen (or Heard)

Dynaudio, known for crafting top-notch audio systems for homes, studios, and cars, will reveal the latest version of its Symphony Opus One soundbar at CES 2025. After turning heads at the 2024 CEDIA Expo, the company has made some smart updates to make this concept even more streamlined and user-friendly.

When we heard this system at CEDIA, we were blown away by it's ability to localize sound seat-by-seat, creating an immersive 360 degree sound field which positioned sounds as accurately as any full-blown spatial audio system. The fact that all sound was produced only by the single bar and not an array of speakers surrounding the listener like typical Atmos-based systems impressed our editors' enough to earn this system a HomeTheaterReview Product of the Year award.

Dynaudio’s Symphony Opus One, a 73-inch soundbar with innovative features and premium performance, is set to make waves at CES 2025. 5e1d89dd image

Dynaudio’s Symphony Opus One is all about blending cutting-edge audio tech with eye-catching design. The soundbar spans 73 inches, making it an ideal match for 83-inch televisions, and features 72 motorized wooden fins crafted from white oak. These fins, apart from their striking visual appeal, dynamically adjust to display the current listening mode, blending functionality with design.

Behind the wooden fins, the soundbar houses a sophisticated audio setup: 24 drivers, including six soft-dome tweeters, 14 mid-bass drivers, and four dual-diaphragm force-canceling subwoofers. The entire system is powered by 1500 watts of digital amplification, with sound processing managed by Dynaudio’s proprietary spatial-audio algorithms. This setup promises to deliver an expansive soundstage and immersive audio experience for all room occupants.

Dynaudio Symphony Opus One front closed.
Dynaudio Symphony Opus One front open.

The updated Symphony Opus One packs all its amplification and processing tech right into the soundbar itself. That means no extra boxes or complicated setups—just a sleek, all-in-one system that’s easier to install and perfect for anyone who wants high-end sound without the hassle.

“This concept is a great alternative for those who want a high-performance immersive experience in their home theater or media room but don’t want to reckon with a full surround sound speaker system and electronics,” says Julien Bergere, Chief Commercial Officer of Dynaudio.

“It’s wide enough to deliver the big screen experience and exquisitely designed to curry favor with interior designers and design-conscious homeowners.”

Symphony Opus One control buttons.

Dynaudio’s Symphony Opus One comes with four unique sound modes, each tailored to different listening experiences:

  1. Authentic: Focused on stereo playback, this mode aims to replicate the high-fidelity sound Dynaudio has honed over its 50-year history.
  2. Soundstage: Expands the stereo sound field, offering a sense of spatial openness that enhances music listening.
  3. Immersive: Designed for formats like Dolby Atmos, this mode uses sound-beaming techniques to envelop the listener with audio from all directions.
  4. DeepDive: Provides virtual surround sound for any content, allowing listeners to enjoy a personalized, immersive audio experience regardless of their seating position.

In addition to its technical capabilities, the Symphony Opus One is designed with usability in mind. A built-in microphone in the accompanying remote control enables the system to optimize its acoustic performance based on its placement in the room, whether wall-mounted, on a stand, or in open space. This automatic calibration eliminates the need for manual adjustments, ensuring optimal sound quality out of the box.

Symphony Opus One close up view.

The system’s aluminum-alloy frame, wrapped in Nordic-inspired fabric, complements its modern aesthetic, making it suitable for contemporary living spaces. Future updates to the Symphony Opus One are expected to include support for wireless subwoofers and rear surround speakers, expanding its functionality even further.

Currently still in development, the Symphony Opus One is projected to launch in 2025 with a starting price of approximately $20,000. Custom finishes and additional options will be available, with final pricing and configurations to be announced closer to the release date.

Dynaudio is offering private demonstrations of the Symphony Opus One at CES 2025, located in Central Hall booth 21832. Attendees and media representatives can experience the system firsthand and gain insight into its capabilities.

For additional information or to schedule a demo, interested parties can visit Dynaudio's official event page.

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