Dynaudio CORE 47 3-Way Monitor

Description

About the Dynaudio CORE 47 3-Way Monitor

The Dynaudio CORE 47 3-Way Monitor uses a 1-inch Esotar Pro soft dome tweeter, a 4-inch MSP midrange driver, and a 7-inch MSP woofer. Each driver has its own Pascal Class-D amplifier, with 150W for the tweeter, 500W for the midrange, and 500W for the woofer. Dynaudio lists the Core 47 with DSP-based control, analogue XLR input, AES3 digital input and output, and a front-loaded bass reflex cabinet.

The Core 47 is designed for engineers and audio professionals who need full-range accuracy, high SPL capability, and flexible placement from a smaller monitor than the Core 59.

What We Think

The Dynaudio Core 47 is a very strong option for professional users who want 3-way monitors in a compact cabinet.

The key advantage is that it gives you the separation and control of a 3-way monitor without the size and weight of the Core 59. The dedicated midrange driver helps keep vocals, dialogue, guitars, synths and critical mix information clear and stable, while the 7-inch woofer handles low-frequency work. That makes the Core 47 useful for nearfield and compact midfield monitoring.

We also like the DSP control. The Core 47 includes placement and tonal balance filters, so it can be adapted for desk placement, wall proximity, soffit-style positioning and different room conditions. This is important in studios, where perfect speaker placement is not always possible.

For NZ studios, production rooms and high-end editing suites, the Core 47 makes sense when you need accurate monitoring, serious headroom and flexible installation options, but do not have the space for a larger main monitor.

 

 

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The Dynaudio CORE 47 3-Way Monitor Is Ideal For

• Professional recording studios
• Mixing rooms
• Project studios needing serious monitoring
• Post-production rooms
• Broadcast and editing suites
• Game audio and sound design
• Compact Dolby Atmos and immersive audio systems
• Nearfield and compact midfield monitoring
• Engineers wanting 3-way accuracy in a smaller cabinet
• Studios needing Core Series consistency across multiple speakers

 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Dynaudio Core 47?
   The Dynaudio Core 47 is a professional 3-way active studio monitor. It is designed for mixing, mastering, post-production, broadcast, sound design and high-end studio monitoring.
2. Is the Core 47 active or passive?
   The Core 47 is active. It has built-in Pascal Class-D amplification, with a dedicated amplifier for each driver.
3. How much amplifier power does the Core 47 have?
   It has 150W for the tweeter, 500W for the midrange driver and 500W for the woofer.
4. What drivers does the Core 47 use?
   It uses a 1-inch Esotar Pro soft dome tweeter, a 4-inch MSP midrange driver and a 7-inch MSP woofer.
5. What is the frequency response of the Core 47?
   The Core 47 is listed at 44Hz to 27kHz, ±3dB, and 37Hz to 31kHz at -6dB / ±6dB depending on source formatting.
6. How loud can the Core 47 play?
   Specifications list maximum SPL at 112dB anechoic at 1m and 118dB half-space.
7. Does the Core 47 have DSP?
   It uses DSP for crossover, placement compensation, boundary compensation, sound balance and input sensitivity.
8. Can the Core 47 be used in immersive audio systems?
   Dynaudio says the Core 47 integrates easily with other Core Series monitors in calibrated multichannel monitoring systems.
9. Does the Core 47 support digital input?
   It has AES3 digital input and AES3 digital output, with support up to 24-bit / 192kHz.
10. Can I use the Core 47 with a subwoofer?
    It can be paired with a Dynaudio Core Sub or another professional studio subwoofer, with setup handled through monitor controller, DSP and room calibration.
11. Is the Core 47 suitable for hi-fi listening?
    It can be used for critical listening, but it is primarily a professional studio monitor. It needs a suitable source, balanced connection, proper placement and ideally a treated room.
12. Is the Core 47 sold as a pair?
    Core 47 monitors are often sold as individual left and right versions. Check the product listing carefully when ordering.
13. How heavy is the Core 47?
    Each monitor weighs approximately 15.1kg, so strong stands or suitable mounting hardware are recommended.
14. Who is the Dynaudio Core 47 best suited to?
    It is best for recording engineers, mixing engineers, mastering engineers, post-production editors, sound designers and studios needing compact but powerful 3-way reference monitoring.

 

Key Features

Compact 3-Way Active Monitor

The Core 47 is a true 3-way active monitor. It uses separate drivers for treble, midrange and bass, which helps keep the critical midband clean and stable during demanding mix work. Dynaudio describes it as a no-compromise 3-way professional monitor in a compact enclosure.

Dedicated Amplification for Each Driver

Each driver has its own Pascal Class-D amplifier. The tweeter receives 150W, the midrange receives 500W, and the woofer receives 500W. This gives the Core 47 serious headroom for its size.

1-Inch Esotar Pro Tweeter

The Core 47 uses Dynaudio’s Esotar Pro soft dome tweeter. It is designed for detailed high-frequency reproduction, accurate imaging and long-session listening comfort.

4-Inch MSP Midrange Driver

The dedicated 4-inch MSP midrange driver handles the critical vocal and instrument range. This is a key benefit over many 2-way monitors, where one woofer must handle both bass and midrange duties.

7-Inch MSP Woofer

The 7-inch MSP woofer gives the Core 47 useful low-frequency reach while keeping the cabinet compact.

High SPL for Professional Work

The Core 47 is listed with a maximum SPL of 112dB anechoic at 1m and 118dB half-space by retailer specifications. This gives it enough output for serious nearfield and compact midfield monitoring.

DSP Room and Placement Controls

The Core 47 includes DSP technology to adapt the monitor to the listening environment. This helps compensate for room placement, speaker position and tonal balance without needing complex external processing.

Analogue and AES3 Digital Inputs

The Core 47 includes balanced analogue XLR input, AES3 digital input and AES3 digital output. This allows use with professional monitor controllers, audio interfaces and digital studio workflows.

24-Bit / 192kHz Digital Signal Path

Dynaudio’s Core 47 data sheet and retailer specifications list support for a 24-bit / 192kHz digital signal path. This suits modern professional audio interfaces and digital production setups.

Front-Loaded Bass Reflex Cabinet

The Core 47 uses a front-loaded bass reflex design. This helps with placement flexibility compared with rear-ported monitors, especially on meter bridges, stands and in tighter studio spaces.

Left and Right Versions

The Core 47 is supplied in left and right versions. This supports symmetrical stereo placement and better imaging when positioned correctly in a monitoring room.

Designed for Core Series Integration

Dynaudio states that the Core 47 is easy to integrate with other Core Series monitors in calibrated multichannel systems. This makes it useful for surround and immersive audio rooms.

 

Specifications

Brand: Dynaudio

Model: Core 47

Product Type: 3-Way Active Studio Monitor

Monitor Type
Professional active monitor

Configuration
3-way active monitor

Tweeter
1-inch Esotar Pro soft dome tweeter

Midrange Driver
4-inch MSP midrange driver

Woofer
7-inch MSP woofer

Amplifier Type
Pascal Class-D amplification

Amplifier Power
HF: 150W
MF: 500W
LF: 500W

Crossover
DSP-based 3-way crossover

Crossover Frequencies
476Hz
5250Hz

Frequency Response, ±3dB
44Hz to 27kHz

Frequency Response, -6dB / ±6dB
37Hz to 31kHz

Maximum SPL
112dB anechoic at 1m
118dB half-space, listed by retailer sources

Box Principle
Front-loaded bass reflex

DSP Features
Position filters
Boundary filters
Sound Balance filter
Subwoofer integration settings
Input sensitivity adjustment

Analogue Input
XLR balanced input

Digital Input
AES3 XLR input

Digital Output
AES3 XLR output

Orientation
Horizontal left and right versions

Power Input
100V to 240V AC
50 / 60Hz

Dimensions (W x H x D)
390 x 240 x 355mm

Weight
15.1kg
33.3lb

Finish
Dark Grey / Black professional finish

Speakers Per Box
1

Rapallo Product Data

MPN: Core 47

SKU: DYNAUDIO-CORE-47

EAN / UPC / GTIN: Not publicly confirmed

 

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