A Respected Hi-Fi Maker’s New Bookshelf Speakers Are Unexpectedly Affordable

DALI’s $400 Kupid speakers bring high-end Danish sound to everyday listeners.

From $120,000 Flagships to $400 Bookshelf Beauties

DALI — short for Danish Audiophile Loudspeaker Industries — has long been one of Europe’s most respected names in high-end audio. Founded in the early 1980s, the brand is known for its handcrafted loudspeakers like the KORE floorstanders, which command prices north of $120,000 and grace the living rooms of serious audiophiles.

But this fall, DALI is flipping expectations. The company just announced the Kupid, an affordable pair of bookshelf speakers that it says offer “a new entry point to genuine hi-fi sound.”

That’s right — the same company behind six-figure speakers now has something for music lovers who want hi-fi performance without a second mortgage.

Entry-Level Price, Premium Pedigree

The DALI Kupid speakers are priced at just £299 / €338 per pair — roughly $400. That’s an enormous leap down from the brand’s previous bookshelf model, the Epikore 3, which sells for a staggering $15,000.

Despite the accessible price, DALI insists the Kupid carry the same sonic DNA as its flagship lines. The company says these speakers were engineered to deliver the essence of its high-end designs — only in a smaller, more approachable package that fits beautifully into modern homes and workspaces.

Trickle-Down Sound Technology

Affordable doesn’t mean compromised. The Kupid speakers feature trickle-down engineering from DALI’s premium models, bringing proprietary acoustic technologies into a compact form.

Each unit houses a custom 26mm ultra-light soft dome tweeter and a 4.5-inch paper and wood-fibre bass/midrange driver — a combination designed to provide detail, warmth, and balance across genres.

Inside, custom crossovers and a dual-flare bass reflex port ensure smooth transitions between frequencies and deeper, cleaner bass response. It’s a technical recipe DALI rarely applies to speakers this affordable.

Designed to Play Well with Any Amplifier

The DALI Kupid are built for flexibility. With a consistent impedance above 4 ohms, these speakers are easy to drive with just about any amplifier — whether that’s a traditional hi-fi setup, a desktop DAC/amp, or an all-in-one streaming system.

This design approach ensures “smooth performance across a wide range of amplifiers,” according to DALI — meaning you don’t need a powerhouse amp to make them sing.

Five Playful Finishes for Every Space

DALI didn’t stop at great sound — the Kupid line is also one of its most colorful and fun. Available in five stylish finishes — Black Ash, Walnut, Caramel White, Golden Yellow, and Chilly Blue — these speakers can blend in or stand out, depending on your mood.

Each model comes with color-matched cones and magnetic grilles, creating a cohesive and polished look that fits seamlessly into your décor. And in a playful twist, DALI lets you buy individual speakers, encouraging you to mix and match finishes for a custom, modern aesthetic.

A New Chapter for Accessible Hi-Fi

DALI says the Kupid marks “a new chapter for the brand,” one focused on making authentic hi-fi sound more accessible to everyone.

In the company’s own words:

“By focusing on what matters — sound quality, build integrity, and aesthetic appeal — and stripping away the unnecessary, Kupid invites everyone to experience music the way it was meant to be heard.”

For those who’ve always admired DALI from afar, this might be the perfect chance to bring a little bit of that Danish craftsmanship home.

Price and Availability

The DALI Kupid bookshelf speakers are now available for order, priced at £299 (≈ $400) per pair. They can be purchased through authorized DALI dealers and select online retailers.

DALI Kupid — Specs at a Glance

Feature	Specification
Frequency Range	63 – 25,000 Hz (±3 dB)
Nominal Impedance	4 ohms
Recommended Amplifier Power	40 – 120 watts
Finishes	Black Ash, Walnut, Caramel White, Golden Yellow, Chilly Blue

In short: The DALI Kupid are small, stylish, and serious about sound — a perfect gateway into true hi-fi for a fraction of the usual cost.