At a glance
Elac Debut B5.2 in 5 facts
- Type: Bookshelf speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 46 Hz to 35 kHz
- Sensitivity: 86 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
- Impedance: 6 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 8.5/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
In this review of the ELAC Debut 2.0 B5.2 Shelf Speakers, I found them to be impressive in size and weight with a solid build quality and a sleek, matte black finish. The sound quality was astonishingly clear and crisp, the speakers delivering a bright sound with robust bass despite their compact size. The mid-range clarity allowed easy distinction between different instruments and vocals. Versatility was observed with different amplification systems and DACs, and the speakers performed well with each setup tested. They offered an impressive balance of high and low frequencies, providing an enjoyable listening experience even off-axis. The speakers tended to lean towards brightness, which might not appeal to those preferring a mellower sound, but this quality could be adjusted using a receiver. A downside could be the lack of alternate warmer colors or a wood finish. After a lot of testing, I found the speakers to be of high-quality, great value for the price, and were exceptional performers in various settings. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Drivers
- 1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 5.25" Mid-woofer
- Frequency response
- 46 Hz to 35 kHz
- Crossover frequency
- 2.2 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 86 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
- Impedance
- 6 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 30 to 120 W
- Maximum SPL
- 106 dB
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Port tuning frequency
- 46 Hz
- Bi-wire capable
- No
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Shelf, Stand
- Height
- 13.4 in 341 mm
- Width
- 9.2 in 234 mm
- Depth
- 7.1 in 180 mm
- Colors
- Black Ash Vinyl
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
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