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Slotting between the 1970s-tinged funk pieces from Holmes on the Out Of Sight soundtrack album are some classic American and Latin jazz and swing recordings. The Sonik 9s sounded right on form with Mongo Santamaria’s cover of Herbie Hancock’s ‘Watermelon Man’, where lush bass and keyboards were set against more urgent-sounding and textured trumpet sounds.

And Dean Martin singing ‘Ain’t That A Kick In The Head’ was perhaps even better, as the speakers’ three 180mm drivers ensured a deep reach to the bass and trombone, and the big band percussion was delivered with panache. But there to be heard were smaller, softer details – including smooth strings and woodwinds – to cement the Sonik 9’s all-round appeal.

Hi-Fi News VerdictWith its Clarity Cone drivers, Hybrid Tweeter module and more, the Sonik 9 shows DALI has a clear idea of how to maximise its in-house technologies. Riffing on ideas from the KORE flagship and other ‘step-up’ siblings, this top model in its new affordable series is a fine introduction to the brand. Performance is superb, particularly in terms of bass weight and dynamics, while the styling is sleek and modern