- The new DALI GARDIAN OW 6 brings authentic hi-fi sound outdoors, offering IP67 protection, flexible installation, and operation across extreme temperature ranges.
DALI A/S, renowned for its Danish loudspeaker engineering, expands its portfolio with the new DALI GARDIAN Series. The first model in this range, the DALI GARDIAN OW 6, is designed to deliver high-fidelity sound in outdoor environments. Featuring durable construction, weatherproof certification and easy installation, the speaker is aimed at music lovers who expect hi-fi quality not only indoors but also in their outdoor spaces.
Key Facts DALI GARDIAN OW 6
- Weatherproof outdoor speaker certified to IP67
- Operational temperature range: −20 °C to +70 °C
- Two-way coaxial driver design: 25 mm tweeter + 5-inch mid/bass
- Crossover at 2.7 kHz
- Amplifier recommendation: 50–200 W
- Maximum SPL: 103 dB @ 1 m
- Click ’n’ Connect bracket with pan/tilt adjustment
- Available in black and white
- Price: € 449,- per unit
Weatherproof and Rugged
The DALI GARDIAN OW 6 is certified to IP67, ensuring complete protection against dust ingress and resistance to heavy rain or splashes. Thanks to its broad operating temperature range of −20 °C to +70 °C, the speaker is ready for diverse climates – from freezing winters to hot summer days.
Acoustic Performance
DALI applies its hi-fi design principles to the outdoors with a two-way coaxial system. A 25 mm soft-dome tweeter is mounted coaxially with a 5-inch mid/bass driver, delivering symmetrical dispersion and wide sound coverage that approaches the behaviour of a point source. According to the specifications, the OW 6 covers a frequency range of 47 Hz – 25 kHz, offers a sensitivity of 84 dB, and a nominal impedance of 6 ohms. The recommended amplifier power ranges between 50 and 200 watts, with the crossover set at 2.7 kHz. Maximum output is rated at 103 dB @ 1 m – more than sufficient for lively outdoor listening.
Installation & Handling
Ease of installation is a key feature: the Click ’n’ Connect bracket allows secure wall-mounting with pan/tilt adjustment for flexible positioning. The terminals are weather-protected and use spring clamps, ensuring a quick and reliable connection even in challenging environments.
Prices & Availability
The DALI GARDIAN OW 6 is available immediately in black and white finishes. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is € 449,- per unit.
Conclusion
The DALI GARDIAN OW 6 marks the beginning of the new DALI GARDIAN Series. It combines the brand’s acclaimed HiFi DNA with outdoor durability, offering music enthusiasts a solution that withstands tough conditions without sacrificing sound quality. With IP67 certification, a broad operating temperature range and user-friendly installation, the OW 6 is a versatile choice for gardens, terraces and exterior walls – wherever premium sound outdoors is required.
| Product | Dali GARDIAN OW 6 |
|---|---|
| Price | € 449,- per piece |
Technical Specifications
| Product | DALI GARDIAN OW 6 |
|---|---|
| Frequency response (±3 dB) | 47 Hz – 25,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity (2.83 V/1 m) | 84 dB |
| Nominal impedance | 6 ohms |
| Max. SPL | 103 dB @ 1 m |
| Crossover | 2-way, 2.7 kHz |
| Recommended amplifier power | 50–200 W |
| Drivers | 1 × 25 mm soft-dome tweeter (coaxial), 1 × 5-inch mid/bass |
| Protection rating | IP67 |
| Operating temperature | −20 °C to +70 °C |
| Mounting | Click ’n’ Connect bracket with pan/tilt; weatherproof spring-clamp terminals |
| Brand | Dali A/S |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dali A/S |
| Distribution Austria | smart audio GmbH |
| Distribution Germany | Dali GmbH |
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