Short answer: the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX on measured sound quality, the ELAC DBR62 on price. The Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX ranks #50 of 222 bookshelf speakers, rated 4.2/5, at $1,499. The ELAC DBR62 ranks #79, rated 4.0/5, at $699.98, $799.02 cheaper.
Why pick the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX: A THX certified bookshelf speaker with well controlled sound, strong midbass punch, and clean output for home theater. Watch for: Erin measured only 81.6dB/2.83V/1m sensitivity, so substantial amplifier voltage is required.
The ELAC DBR62 is the deeper-bass option. An affordable bookshelf speaker that is very forgiving of placement and aiming, with wide sound and a little extra bass punch. Its bass reaches about 53Hz before falling 3dB, against 80Hz for the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX. Watch for: A slight recess in the 1-2kHz region reduces vocal presence somewhat compared to other speakers in direct comparison.
Buy the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the ELAC DBR62 if the price is the priority over sound quality.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX | ELAC DBR62 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499 per pair | $699.98 per pair |
| Ranked | #50 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers | #79 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | ~80Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 53Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44.6Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 41Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Sensitivity | 81.6dB/2.83V/1m (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 84.3dB (measured average 300Hz-3kHz @ 2.83V/1m, Erin’s Audio Corner; 86dB manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal | 6 ohms nominal, 5.2 ohms minimum (measured above 80Hz, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Drivers | 6.5-inch woofer; 28mm waveguided soft-dome tweeter | 6.5” Aramid Fiber woofer, 1” soft dome tweeter |
| Enclosure | HDF, sealed/ported | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.89 | 5.07 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.68 | 7.27 |
| Dimensions | 15.2”H x 9.6”W x 12.6”D (385 x 245 x 320 mm) | 14.1”H x 8.2”W x 10.8”D (358.1 x 208.3 x 274.3 mm) |
| Weight | 32 lbs (14.5 kg) each | 18.1 lbs (8.2 kg) each |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | - | ported, front |
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