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Dynaudio Music 1 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440Audio output power:80.00 WBattery life:8 hoursIP rating:?Bluetooth version:4.0Weight:1600 g

Dynaudio Music 1 Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

Dynaudio Music 1
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

5.7

User score

â–²Better than 53% of portable speakers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 85%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

32%

7.8

Audio

20%

6.3

Battery

18%

5.5

Durability

16%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

7.8

Controls

3%

7.3

Design

3%

8.3

Smart features

â–²Better than 77%
5.7

User score

User score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 98%
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Ranked #439 of 1,316 models in Portable Speakers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Dynaudio Music 1

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

32%

7.8

Audio

20%

6.3

Battery

18%

5.5

Durability

16%

7.4

Connectivity

8%

7.8

Controls

3%

7.3

Design

3%

8.3

Smart features

7.0
User score
User score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.7
Popularity
Popularity
3.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Dynaudio Music 1 has a popularity score of 3.3 points, which is lower than 54.3% of products in this category.
3.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

7.2
Audio output power
80 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 80 W which is higher than that of 85.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.3% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
101 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 101 mm which is larger than that of 88.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.9% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
3 dB
Market range: <3 dB – >6 dB
This portable speaker has a frequency response tolerance of 3 dB which is lower than that of 23.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 69.2% of portable speakers.
Lowest frequency
50 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 50 Hz which is lower than that of 59.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.1% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
4
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 4 which is older than that of 76.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.7% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
?
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 8 hours which is shorter than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.6% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2,400 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2,400 mAh which is smaller than that of 54.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.9% of portable speakers.
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
40 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 40 W which is higher than that of 93.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
?
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
?
Waterproof depth rating
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
no
This portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
top; side
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
1,600 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 1,600 g which is heavier than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.6% of portable speakers.
Height
22 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 22 cm which is taller than that of 82.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% of portable speakers.
Width
22.9 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 22.9 cm which is wider than that of 64.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Depth
14.2 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 14.2 cm which is deeper than that of 77.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
Dynaudio Set-up and Control
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Dynaudio Music 1 vs the average portable speaker

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  • 60 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (80 W vs 20 W).
    80 W vs 20 W
  • 51 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (101 mm vs 50 mm).
    101 mm vs 50 mm
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 30 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 10 W).
    40 W vs 10 W
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Supports aptX
    This portable speaker supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 60 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (80 W vs 20 W).
    80 W vs 20 W
  • 51 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (101 mm vs 50 mm).
    101 mm vs 50 mm
  • 10 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (50 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    50 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Supports aptX
    This portable speaker supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • Supports DLNA media sharing
    This portable speaker supports DLNA media sharing, while the average portable speaker does not support DLNA media sharing.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 30 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 10 W).
    40 W vs 10 W
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • 3 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Has a programmable button
    This portable speaker has a programmable button, while the average portable speaker does not have a programmable button.
    Has a user-programmable physical button.
  • Has a sleep timer
    This portable speaker has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
    A selectable timer can stop playback or power the speaker down.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    This portable speaker supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • Supports automatic room calibration
    This portable speaker supports automatic room calibration, while the average portable speaker does not support automatic room calibration.
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 4.89x more expensive
    Dynaudio Music 1 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£440 vs £90).
    £440 vs £90
  • 800 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,600 g vs 800 g).
    1,600 g vs 800 g
  • 9.6 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (22 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    22 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 39.3% lower user score
    User score
    5.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
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    Score distribution
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    Dynaudio Music 1 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (5.74 vs 8).
    5.74 vs 8
  • 4.89x more expensive
    Dynaudio Music 1 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£440 vs £90).
    £440 vs £90
  • 39.3% lower user score
    User score
    5.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    the average portable speaker
    Dynaudio Music 1 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (5.74 vs 8).
    5.74 vs 8
  • 4.9% worse value for money
    Dynaudio Music 1 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.19 vs 7.5).
    7.19 vs 7.55
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 200 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    2,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 800 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,600 g vs 800 g).
    1,600 g vs 800 g
  • 9.6 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (22 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    22 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 5.9 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (14.2 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    14.2 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 4.8 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (22.9 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    22.9 cm vs 18.1 cm

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andreainarcadia.com
03/11/2018
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28/11/2018
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07/08/2019
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lbtechreviews.com
19/10/2018
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trustedreviews.com
02/08/2018
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clubic.com
17/04/2020
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on-mag.fr
07/07/2018
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hifi.nl
28/04/2018
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28/04/2018
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Dynaudio Music 1

  • Excellent sound quality that is rich, warm, and highly accurate for its compact size
  • Deep, impressive bass response without sounding boomy or muddy
  • Useful smart DSP features like RoomAdapt and NoiseAdapt for auto-adjusting to environmental acoustics
  • Multiple connectivity options including Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, aptX Bluetooth, and a 3.5mm auxiliary input
  • True portability supported by a built-in rechargeable battery offering up to 8 hours of playback
  • Striking, distinct geometric physical design with premium fabric styling

What customers don't like about Dynaudio Music 1

  • The official companion mobile app feels clunky, unintuitive, and difficult to navigate
  • Significantly more expensive than entry-level portable competitors like Sonos
  • Heavier and bulkier than standard ultra-portable grab-and-go Bluetooth speakers
  • May lack the maximum raw volume and wide soundstage scaling needed for larger rooms

Verdict

The Dynaudio Music 1 is a compact, prism-shaped portable wireless speaker measuring 229 x 220 x 142 mm and weighing 1.6 kg. It features an active, closed-box design equipped with a 1-inch soft dome tweeter and a 4-inch woofer, with each driver powered by its own 40W Class D amplifier to deliver a total output of 80W across a 50 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range. Main characteristics include an 8-hour rechargeable battery life, 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution audio support, and comprehensive connectivity options such as dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, a 3.5mm auxiliary jack, and an iOS-compatible USB port. Key advantages include its smart RoomAdapt and NoiseAdapt DSP technologies that automatically optimize acoustic performance based on placement and background noise, alongside the customized "Music Now" personalized playlist feature. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of an automatic Bluetooth reconnection feature, reduced bass response and soundstage compared to larger models in the series, and the absence of a bundled physical remote control or HDMI input.

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