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Dynaudio Contour 60i Floorstanding Speaker at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA

The Contour 60i is a three-way floorstanding loudspeaker from Dynaudio (Skanderborg, Denmark), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA. The flagship model of Dynaudio's Contour i series, it is built around a dedicated 15cm MSP midrange driver, two 23cm MSP woofers, and the Esotar 2i soft-dome tweeter featuring the Hexis inner dome trickled down from the flagship Confidence line. With a frequency response reaching down to 28 Hz, 390W IEC power handling, and a multi-layer curved cabinet with solid aluminium baffle, the Contour 60i is Dynaudio's definitive answer for large listening rooms and high-output two-channel audio. Each pair is built and finished in Denmark to Dynaudio's exacting factory quality standards.

Three-Way Architecture: Dedicated Midrange and Esotar 2i Tweeter

The defining feature of the Contour 60i is its fully differentiated three-way driver array. Where the Contour 20i and 30i use two-way configurations, the Contour 60i adds a purpose-designed 15cm MSP midrange driver developed specifically for this cabinet rather than adapted from an existing unit. This driver uses an aluminium voice coil, a neodymium magnet system, and was engineered using Finite Element Method optimisation to deliver precise midrange reproduction in a large enclosure without the sonic compromise of repurposing a woofer for the task. It crosses at 220 Hz on the low side and 4,500 Hz on the high side using second-order networks. Above it sits the Esotar 2i tweeter, an evolution of Dynaudio's celebrated Esotar 2 upgraded with the Hexis inner dome first developed for the Confidence range. The Hexis controls resonance and flattens the frequency response within the dome, and the Esotar 2i also gains a larger rear chamber derived from Dynaudio's Core professional monitor series. The combined result is a tweeter with lower distortion, wider high-frequency extension to 23 kHz, and improved power handling compared to its predecessor.

Woofer Array, Cabinet Design, and Factory Finish

At the base of the Contour 60i, two 23cm MSP cone woofers operate in a rear-ported bass reflex configuration, extending the low-frequency response to 28 Hz. Both drivers use large-diameter, long-throw aluminium voice coils for low mass and high durability, with asymmetric aramid-fibre spiders for improved linearity and system symmetry. The Esotar 2i tweeter's voice coil is suspended in a magnetic ferrofluid that functions as both a shock absorber and a heat sink, improving power handling and reducing mechanical stress at high output levels. The cabinet itself is a multi-layer curved structure, tapering from a wider front baffle to a narrower rear, a geometry that controls internal standing waves and pressure distribution. The solid aluminium front baffle adds rigidity and decouples the drivers from cabinet resonance. Every pair is inspected and signed off by Dynaudio's factory quality team, with any finish discrepancy triggering a full refinishing of both speakers to preserve visual consistency between the matched pair.

Key Features

• Esotar 2i Tweeter with Hexis: Dynaudio's upgraded 28mm soft-dome tweeter featuring the Hexis inner dome from the flagship Confidence range and a larger rear chamber from the Core pro monitor series, delivering reduced resonance and extended high-frequency performance.
• Dedicated 15cm MSP Midrange Driver: A purpose-designed midrange driver developed exclusively for the Contour 60i using Finite Element Method optimisation, aluminium voice coil, and neodymium magnet system for accurate, distortion-free midrange reproduction.
• Dual 23cm MSP Woofers: Two large-format bass drivers with long-throw aluminium voice coils and asymmetric aramid-fibre spiders, extending bass response to 28 Hz in a rear-ported bass reflex enclosure.
• Ferrofluid Tweeter Cooling: Magnetic ferrofluid surrounds the Esotar 2i voice coil, dissipating heat and absorbing mechanical shock to broaden frequency response and increase power handling under sustained high-output listening.
• Multi-Layer Curved Cabinet: Tapering multi-layer cabinet construction with a solid aluminium front baffle, controlling internal resonance and providing a rigid, acoustically inert mounting surface for all three drivers.
• Three-Way Crossover at 220 Hz / 4,500 Hz: Second-order crossover networks at both crossover points, sharing the same redesigned crossover components used across the Contour i range, tuned with input from Dynaudio's Jupiter measurement facility.
• 390W IEC Power Handling: Exceptional dynamic headroom for large rooms and high-output amplifiers, with a 4-ohm impedance rating suited to high-current amplification.
• Factory-Matched Pairs: Every Contour 60i pair is individually inspected and finish-approved at Dynaudio's Denmark factory, with any visible defect triggering a complete re-finishing of both speakers to maintain matched appearance.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dynaudio Contour 60i?

The Dynaudio Contour 60i is a three-way floorstanding loudspeaker from Dynaudio's Contour i series, built in Denmark and designed for large listening rooms. It features a 28mm Esotar 2i tweeter with Hexis inner dome, a dedicated 15cm MSP midrange driver, and dual 23cm MSP woofers in a rear-ported bass reflex cabinet. Frequency response extends from 28 Hz to 23 kHz, sensitivity is 88 dB, power handling is 390W IEC, and impedance is 4 ohms.

How does the Dynaudio Contour 60i compare to the Focal Kanta No. 3 or KEF R11 Meta?

The Dynaudio Contour 60i competes directly with large floorstanders like the Focal Kanta No. 3 and KEF R11 Meta. The Kanta No. 3 uses Focal's Beryllium tweeter and Flax cone drivers in a three-way design, emphasizing a detailed and forward presentation, while the Contour 60i's Esotar 2i tweeter with Hexis is tuned for low distortion and smooth high-frequency extension with a more neutral tonal character. The KEF R11 Meta uses KEF's coaxial Uni-Q driver array and the Metamaterial Absorption Technology tweeter rear, a fundamentally different approach to driver integration. The Contour 60i distinguishes itself through its purpose-designed midrange driver, its all-driver-in-house manufacturing philosophy, and its factory-matched pair construction in Denmark.

What is the Hexis inner dome on the Esotar 2i tweeter?

Hexis is a small, geometrically shaped inner dome placed behind the soft-dome tweeter diaphragm, first developed for Dynaudio's flagship Confidence loudspeaker line. It is designed to control resonance inside the dome cavity by interrupting standing waves that would otherwise cause frequency response irregularities and audible coloration. In the Contour 60i, the Esotar 2i tweeter's Hexis, combined with a larger rear chamber adapted from Dynaudio's Core professional monitors, results in a flatter measured response and lower harmonic distortion across the tweeter's operating range.

What amplifier power is recommended for the Dynaudio Contour 60i?

The Contour 60i is rated at 4 ohms with 88 dB sensitivity and 390W IEC power handling, making it best suited to amplifiers capable of delivering stable, high-current output into a 4-ohm load. A minimum of 100W into 4 ohms is recommended for full dynamic performance, though the speaker's design genuinely benefits from more headroom in a large room. Amplifiers from NAD, Parasound, Hegel, or Bryston at the appropriate power tier are all well-matched choices. The Contour 60i rewards high-quality amplification and will scale with improvements upstream.

Can the Dynaudio Contour 60i handle a large open-plan living area?

Yes, the Contour 60i is specifically engineered for larger spaces. Its dual 23cm woofers extend bass to 28 Hz, its 390W power handling allows sustained high-output performance without compression, and its three-way driver array maintains midrange clarity at volume levels that would stress a two-way design. It is one of the few speakers in the Contour i range capable of pressurizing a large listening room with full-range dynamics without relying on a subwoofer.

Where can I buy the Dynaudio Contour 60i in Buffalo, NY or the USA?

The Dynaudio Contour 60i is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA. Vinyl Sound is an authorized Dynaudio dealer serving customers in Buffalo, Western New York, and across the United States. Contact Vinyl Sound Buffalo to arrange a listening demonstration or to discuss pairing recommendations for your room and system.

How does the Contour 60i differ from the Contour 30i?

The Contour 60i and Contour 30i are both part of Dynaudio's Contour i series but differ substantially in architecture and scale. The Contour 30i is a 2.5-way design using a single 18cm MSP woofer and the Esotar 2i tweeter, optimized for medium-sized rooms. The Contour 60i adds a purpose-built 15cm MSP midrange driver, a second 23cm woofer, and adopts a full three-way crossover topology at 220 Hz and 4,500 Hz. This gives the 60i a dedicated midrange band, greater bass extension (28 Hz versus 42 Hz), and significantly more output capability at 390W versus the 30i's 250W handling. The 60i is the correct choice when room size, output level, or desire for a fully differentiated three-way driver configuration is a priority.