At a glance
Elac BS 73 in 5 facts
- Type: Bookshelf speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 45 Hz to 28 kHz
- Sensitivity: 87.5 dB
- Impedance: 4 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 8.6/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
Reviewing the ELAC BS 73 Bookshelf Speakers was a mixed experience. While they boast impressive bass response and build quality, the sound can vary significantly based on the receiver used. Male vocals sound rich, but female vocals can be inconsistent. Overall, these speakers offer good value for their price but require careful system pairing for the best experience. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Drivers
- 1x 0.98" Tweeter + 1x 5.91" Mid-woofer
- Frequency response
- 45 Hz to 28 kHz
- Crossover frequency
- 2.8 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 87.5 dB
- Impedance
- 4 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 20 to 120 W
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Bi-wire capable
- No
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Shelf, Stand
- Height
- 11.2 in 284 mm
- Width
- 11.1 in 283 mm
- Depth
- 6.7 in 170 mm
- Colors
- Black Matt White Matt
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
The Elac BS 73 isn't sold new any more. The closest current model is the Elac Debut 3.0 DB63-BK.
Why this one: Current Debut bookshelf with a 6.5 inch woofer, closest size to the old BS73 woofer
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