Sensitivity: 83dB
Impedance: 4 ohms
Dimensions (hwd): 23.7 x 14 x 19.5cm
Weight: 5.8kg (each)
Finishes: 5 (Black Ash, Caramel White, Dark Walnut, Chilly Blue, Golden Yellow)
The Kupid speakers' bright, colourful look reflects their lively performance – the sound is nimble and full of detail. Their bass doesn't go as deep as some, nor the soundstage as wide, but given their tiny size, that's a tradeoff many will be happy to make. Kupid, we're in love.
Pros
- Lively, entertaining and rhythmically agile
- Dynamic, detailed and punchy sound
- Compact, appealing design
- Flexible positioning
Cons
- Build quality feels quite “budget” compared with traditional rivals
- Low sensitivity rating
Sensitivity: 88dB
Impedance: 8 ohms
Dimensions (hwd): 31 x 18 x 28cm
Weight: 6.8kg (each)
Finishes: 4 (Black Oak, Light Oak, White Oak, Walnut Pearl)
Next to the Kupid, the Diamond 12.1 are the elder statesman of the budget bookshelf speaker market. Their look is more demure, the sound more refined, while the bass has more impact and they sound more spacious. But they can't quite match the Kupid in terms of dynamic subtlety and fun.
Pros
- Detailed but easy-going nature
- Fluid midrange
- Spacious soundstage
- Pleasing build and finish
Cons
- Smaller Dali speakers sound more dynamic and lively
