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Dynaudio Contour 20 Bookshelf Loudspeakers Incredible speakers just looking to upgrade. Will post at buyers expenseSpecifications:Type: 2-way, reflex loaded, standmount loudspeakerSensitivity: 86dB (2.83V/1m)IEC Power Handling: 180WImpedance: 4 OhmsFrequency Response (± 3 dB): 39Hz – 23kHzBox Principle: Bass reflex rear portedCrossover: 2 wayCrossover Frequency: 2200HzCrossover Topology: 2nd orderWoofer: 18cm MSP coneTweeter: 28mm Esotar2Dimensions (W x H x D): 215 x 440 x 360mm / 8.5 x 17.3 x 14.2inDimensions with feet/grill (W x H x D): 215 x 440 x 396mm / 8.5 x 17.3 x 15.6inWeight: 15.5kg /
At A$2,999, this sits well below the current used-comparable median of A$3,387 and under the 25th percentile of A$3,278, so it reads as a strong buy rather than a merely fair one. For a pair of Contour 20s, that’s a sensible entry point if the speakers are clean and functioning properly.
They’re widely respected for that Dynaudio midrange sweetness, natural tonal balance, and surprisingly scale-rich bass from a standmount, so they suit serious two-channel listening very well. If the cabinets, tweeter domes, and driver surrounds are intact, the upside is excellent; just confirm original grilles, feet, and any proof of careful ownership, since cosmetic condition matters on a premium passive speaker like this.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Dynaudio is a Danish loudspeaker manufacturer founded in 1977 in Skanderborg by acoustic engineers Wilfried Ehrenholz and Mark Thorup, alongside co-founder Ivan Scarning Geard. The company emerged from a conviction that off-the-shelf speakers of the era failed to reproduce music authentically. From its inception, Dynaudio has maintained vertical integration, designing and manufacturing its own drivers rather than sourcing components externally—a practice that remains central to the brand's identity and quality control.
The company specializes exclusively in loudspeakers and speaker systems across two primary markets: high-fidelity consumer audio and professional studio monitoring. Dynaudio's consumer division produces reference-grade speakers for discerning listeners, while its professional subsidiary, Dynaudio Acoustics, manufactures studio monitors installed in more than ten thousand recording studios worldwide. The brand has earned particular distinction as a reference monitor choice for BBC Radio & Music, underscoring its credibility in professional environments.
Dynaudio occupies the high-end segment of the audio market, positioning itself among premium manufacturers rather than mass-market producers. The brand's reputation rests on uncompromising engineering philosophy—prioritizing authentic driver design over superficial aesthetics—and consistent innovation in loudspeaker technology. Since its acquisition by Chinese electronics company Goertek in 2014, Dynaudio has maintained its Danish heritage and manufacturing practices while expanding its global reach. For knowledgeable buyers, Dynaudio represents a convergence of Scandinavian design sensibility, technical rigor, and professional-grade performance in the consumer hi-fi space.
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