Coverage note. Speaker Ranking currently covers 12 Dayton Audio models across portable bluetooth speakers, powered speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers. These are the products in our database, not a complete list of everything Dayton Audio makes.
What this page covers. The Dayton Audio models ranked here span portable bluetooth speakers, powered speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers, including Dayton Audio CS1200, Dayton Audio MKSX4 and Dayton Audio OPAL1. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.
This page lists all 12 Dayton Audio speakers ranked on this site across portable bluetooth speakers, powered speakers, passive speakers and subwoofers. Each model is shown in the category where it competes, with its current rank and the size of that ranking.
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- Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
- Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
- Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
- Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
- Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)
- Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
- Discontinued Dayton Audio Models
Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Ranked #32 of 49 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Dayton Audio Boost Mini: $19.98 Amazon eBay
Pros: Quite light for the performance. Measured bass extension of 95Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Not much bass, mids slightly boosted, highs a little rolled off. Same hardware as the Boat Stone 190/193 and Monster Bluetooth Speaker
Full Dayton Audio Boost Mini review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | Specs not clearly published |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 95Hz |
| Battery Life | 6.5 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.9” x 3.9” x 1.8” (99.8 x 99.8 x 45 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.75” (44mm) |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs (185 g) |
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Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Ranked #129 of 150 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Dayton Audio Boost: $29.98 Amazon eBay
Pros: Compact soda-can design, dual passive radiators, IPX5 waterproof, wireless stereo pairing capability, MicroSD card support. Measured bass extension of 87Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Some midrange peaks, treble slightly rolled off. Not much bass. Same hardware as the Boat Stone 350/352/358
Full Dayton Audio Boost review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 87Hz |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.5” x 3.5” x 4.3” (88.9 x 88.9 x 109.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 1.5” full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs (426 g) |
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- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
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Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #39 of 68 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Dayton Audio M4: $249.98 per pair Parts Express eBay
Pros: A compact powered pair with a subwoofer output, useful source connections and a solid cabinet. The existing review describes reasonable linearity for the price and a subdued upper treble that avoids an aggressively bright presentation. It is best considered for a close desktop setup. Measured bass extension of 121Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Existing listening and output notes describe limited bass, a balance that changes with distance, and distortion rising above roughly 93dB. The soft treble is a tonal preference, not evidence of reference neutrality; a subwoofer does not establish greater midrange headroom.
Full Dayton Audio M4 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 75W RMS (150W peak) |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes (RCA) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 60Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 121Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C DAC, up to 192kHz/32-bit) |
| Dimensions | 5” x 6.5” x 9.5” (127 x 165 x 241 mm) (W x D x H) |
| Drivers | 4” aluminum woofer, 1” silk dome tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | RCA, USB-C, Bluetooth |
| Optical Input | No |
| Outputs | Subwoofer (20Hz-200Hz) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs (2.81 kg) (active), 5.1 lbs (2.31 kg) (passive) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #33 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Dayton Audio OPAL1: $1,038.99 per pair Dayton Audio eBay
Pros: A 2-way bookshelf speaker with a 5.25” mid-woofer (large surround) and a 1” dome tweeter, plus two passive radiators on the rear panel. A bass shelf in its response lets it sit closer to a wall than many speakers without sounding overly boomy, a similar design trait to the KEF R3 Meta. Measured F3 of about 55Hz and F10 of about 30Hz. Harmonic distortion is good for a 5.25” mid-woofer at both 86dB and 96dB output, and dynamic range/compression is reasonably well controlled up to about 96dB. Horizontal radiation of about ±60° lands right in the reviewer’s personally preferred range for soundstage width. On-axis, the sound is a little forward-leaning rather than dull, and EQ can bring back midrange fullness and a bigger sense of image spread if the stock tuning’s slightly recessed midrange isn’t to your taste. Measured bass extension of 55Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 75.7dB.
Cons: Measured average sensitivity is notably low at about 75.7dB (well under the 78dB spec) due to a nearly 3dB dip through the midrange, and the reviewer needed serious amplification (monoblock power amps, not just a compact streaming amp) to drive them to real listening levels for bass testing. On-axis response is within only about ±3dB (a 6dB window) (not very linear) with a mid-range scoop and a bump around 1kHz that makes the sound a bit forward and less full than a neutral reference; EQ can address most of this but makes the image slightly more diffuse in exchange for added fullness. A roughly one-octave-wide diffraction dip between 3-5kHz can’t be corrected with EQ, since boosting it raises reflected energy in a band that’s already elevated off-axis. Top end rolls off fairly quickly above about 10kHz on-axis, and toeing the speakers out more than about 10° loses noticeable air and cymbal/hi-hat detail: best kept close to on-axis. Multitone distortion jumps substantially between 87dB and 96dB SPL/1m, so headroom for loud listening is limited. Vertical window is tight at about ±20°.
Full Dayton Audio OPAL1 review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 30Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 55Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Crossover Frequency | 2,200Hz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 14”H x 7”W x 9.5”D |
| Drivers | 5.25” mid-woofer, 1” dome tweeter, dual rear passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 32Hz - 20kHz (-3dB, half-space, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal (4.3 ohms minimum @ 4.4kHz, measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Power Handling | 200W RMS (75-200W recommended amplifier power) |
| Sensitivity | 75.7dB (measured by Erin’s Audio Corner; 78dB manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.08 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.58 |
| Weight | 20.7 lbs (9.4 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | passive radiator, rear (dual) |
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Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)
Ranked #14 of 48 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - Dayton Audio MKSX4: $144.98 Passive Amazon eBay
Pros: Four 4-inch drivers in a low-profile (under 8-inch) cabinet deliver 106.2dB CEA-2010-A average, the best output-per-dollar of any passive subwoofer tested.
Cons: Budget-tier output at 112.2 dB, four small 4-inch drivers, ported room dependency, and $145 price point.
Notes: low profile (<8in)
Full Dayton Audio MKSX4 review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 112.2 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 16”H x 5.9”W x 14”D (406.4 x 149.9 x 355.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 4x 4” (102mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, rear |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 84.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 101.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 112.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 116.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 118.3 dB |
| Passive | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 26.9 lbs (12.2 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Ranked #20 of 48 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - Dayton Audio SUB-1000L: $209.98 Amazon eBay
Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 89.9 dB at 20 Hz and 110.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 10” (254mm) driver is best suited to upper-bass support in a modest room.
Cons: Deep-bass output is limited relative to its midbass result, so it is not the right choice for the lowest movie effects. The 152.4H x 635.0W x 400.0D mm cabinet and 12.9 kg mass still need deliberate placement and calibration.
Notes: low profile (<8in)
Full Dayton Audio SUB-1000L review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 110.0 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 6”H x 25”W x 15.7”D (152.4 x 635.0 x 400.0 mm) |
| Drivers | 10” (254mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 89.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 96.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 100.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 104.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 108.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 111.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 114.7 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 28.4 lbs (12.9 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
Ranked #8 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Dayton Audio CS1200: $239.98 Amazon eBay
Older model: the Dayton Audio SUB-1200 (ranked lower, rated 3.8/5).
Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 94.6 dB at 20 Hz and 119.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported enclosure with a 12” driver has real headroom for a mid-size room.
Cons: The 457.2H x 393.7W x 415.8D mm cabinet and 17.6 kg mass still need deliberate placement and calibration.
Full Dayton Audio CS1200 review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 119.0 dB |
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| Dimensions | 18”H x 15.5”W x 16.4”D (457.2 x 393.7 x 415.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 16 Hz | 86.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 94.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 104.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 111.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 117.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 119.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 120.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 118.6 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 38.8 lbs (17.6 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Discontinued Dayton Audio Models
Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.
Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #43 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Dayton Audio MK402X: $97.99 per pair Discontinued Parts Express eBay
Pros: A compact, inexpensive 4-inch passive pair with an upgraded crossover over the original MK402. ASR measured good on-axis smoothness of 0.193, excellent sound-power smoothness of 0.125, broad horizontal coverage to about +/-60 degrees, and a very well-damped bass alignment Q of 0.24. Measured bass extension of 63.0Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The response tilts bright at +0.20dB per octave and predicted in-room smoothness is a poor 0.18. Estimated in-room extension is 52Hz, sensitivity is low for a passive speaker, and the 4-ohm impedance asks more of a small budget amplifier. Discontinued.
Full Dayton Audio MK402X review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 63.0Hz (measured, spinorama.org) |
|---|---|
| Country | United States (design) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 9.5H x 5.75W x 6.5D in |
| Drivers | 0.75” dome tweeter, 4” treated-paper woofer |
| Enclosure | 2-way, bass-reflex |
| Impedance | 4 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 84dB |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.01 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.42 |
| Weight | approx. 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) each |
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Large Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #125 of 134 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Dayton Audio MK602X: $149 per pair Discontinued eBay
Pros: Inexpensive, compact two-way with a 6.5-inch glass-fiber woofer and 1-inch silk dome. Erin measured respectable small-box extension (72Hz F3 and 43Hz F10) and roughly 85dB sensitivity. The cabinet and removable grille are tidy for the price, and the response can be made less bright with broad treble EQ when listening close to the reference axis. Measured bass extension of 72Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 85dB.
Cons: The top end sits roughly 5dB above the midband, producing brightness that can masquerade as detail. More seriously, the low-order woofer filter creates a 4-5dB directivity discontinuity around 2kHz; because the reflected sound differs from the direct sound, equalization cannot fully fix it. Erin also found multiple resonances around 900Hz and rising distortion/compression from the woofer at higher levels. Its 4-ohm nominal load and modest 85dB measured sensitivity demand more amplifier current than the price suggests, while the 72Hz F3 makes a subwoofer advisable despite the relatively low F10. Discontinued.
Full Dayton Audio MK602X review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 72Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 15.1”H x 8.6”W x 11.8”D |
| Drivers | 1” silk-dome tweeter; 6.5” glass-fiber midwoofer |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified; Erin’s impedance measurement confirms a low-impedance load) |
| Sensitivity | Approximately 85dB/2.83V/1m (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.39 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.91 |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear |
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Ranked #133 of 134 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Dayton Audio B652-AIR: $77.99 per pair Discontinued eBay
Pros: AMT (Air Motion Transformer) tweeter offers a novel driver technology at a very low price point, and the full-range woofer keeps the crossover simple. Measured bass extension of 98.1Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Amir says this speaker “does everything wrong that you want to avoid in modern speaker design”: the woofer runs full-bandwidth without a proper crossover filter, causing a 340Hz suckout from woofer/tweeter cancellation and multiple additional peaks and dips. The AMT tweeter lacks adequate damping (only a capacitor and resistor), and the thin cabinet resonates audibly. Listening tests revealed “piercing and distorted highs” and “distorted lisping” on female vocals. Amir specifically criticized other reviewers for calling these speakers “clear and clean” with “five star performance,” calling such assessments “embarrassing,” and recommended the Pioneer SP-BS22-LR instead. Discontinued; replaced by the Dayton Audio Classic B65.
Full Dayton Audio B652-AIR review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 63.1Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 98.1Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 11.8H x 7.06W x 6.4D in |
| Drivers | 6.5” polypropylene woofer (full-range, no low-pass filter), 1”x1” mini AMT tweeter |
| Impedance | 6 ohms |
| Power Handling | 40W RMS, 75W max |
| Sensitivity | 87dB (1W/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 1.45 (spinorama.org) |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 4.57 (spinorama.org) |
| Weight | 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) each |
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Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
Ranked #55 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Dayton Audio SUB-1200: $180 Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Dayton Audio CS1200, ranked higher, rated 4.1/5.
Pros: 12” long-throw woofer, 120W. Impeccable construction inside and out. Tight and controlled like sealed, digs deep like ported. Continuously variable 40-140Hz crossover. High-level inputs/outputs. Great bang-for-buck at $180.
Cons: Discontinued.
Full Dayton Audio SUB-1200 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 120W RMS |
|---|---|
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 115.1 dB |
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 16.7”H x 16.2”W x 17.7”D (425.4 x 411.0 x 450.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom |
| Frequency Response | 25-140Hz |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 16 Hz | 82.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 91.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 101.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 106.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 111.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 114.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 117.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 117.2 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 44.8 lbs (20.3 kg) |
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Ranked #94 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Dayton Audio SUB-1500: $260 Discontinued eBay
Pros: Huge 15-inch dual-port with 150W RMS offers extraordinary value at $260. Tight punchy low bass and very good dynamics. Large-room fill with control and easy setup.
Cons: Discontinued.
Full Dayton Audio SUB-1500 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 150W RMS |
|---|---|
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 111.2 dB |
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 19.7”H x 19.2”W x 19.7”D (501.6 x 488.9 x 501.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 15” (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom |
| Frequency Response | 23-140Hz |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 90.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 96.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 101.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 106.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 111.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 114.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 112.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 111.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 110.1 dB |
| Weight | 60 lbs (27.2 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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