Dynaudio LYD-5

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Dynaudio LYD-5

Dynaudio

LYD-5

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 385226
Brand: Dynaudio
Model: LYD-5
Price: $405.90

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These LYD-5s are a great entry point into the Dynaudio sound. They offer a surprisingly detailed and accurate representation, especially good for bedroom producers, singer-songwriters, or anyone needing a reliable, affordable nearfield monitor for critical listening and mixing.

Product Description

  • Dynaudio LYD-5
  • Active Nearfield Monitor
  • 5" Woofer
  • 96 kHz/ 24-bit Class-D amplifier
  • Power: 50 W Woofer / 50 W tweeter
  • DSP crossover
  • Crossover frequency: 5200 Hz
  • Max. SPL (at a distance of 1 m): 106 dB
  • Frequency range: 50 - 22
  • 000 Hz
  • Switch for input sensitivity: -6 / 0 / +6 dB
  • Bass extension control: +10 Hz / +5 dB
  • -10 Hz / -5 dB
  • Position control: Presets for free or wall-mounted installation
  • Sound balance control: Tilt filter (dark
  • neutral
  • bright) for adjustment according to preference
  • XLR input balanced
  • RCA input unbalanced
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 170 x 260 x 211 mm
  • Weight: 5.7 kg
PROS
  • • Dynaudio's DSP provides surprisingly accurate imaging for the price.
  • • The Class-D amplification delivers clean power without excessive heat.
  • • Solid cabinet construction minimizes unwanted resonances and vibrations.
  • • The bass extension controls offer genuine flexibility in room correction.
CONS
  • • The high-frequency response can be slightly aggressive in untreated rooms.
  • • Limited input options – only XLR and RCA, no digital connectivity.
  • • The compact size restricts low-end extension compared to larger monitors.

Product Video

Key Features

Woofer Size 5 in
Power (Watts) 100
Frequency Range 50 - 22000 Hz
Connections XLR, RCA
Weight 5.7 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

They use DSP to simulate the acoustic response of free-space versus wall-mounted placement, compensating for boundary reflections.
While capable, the 5-inch woofer's limitations mean you might want to supplement with a subwoofer for truly impactful low-end reproduction.
The LYD-5 offers a more neutral and refined sound profile than the HS5 or Rokit, but the HS5’s more common connectivity might be preferable for some.

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