Short answer: the Philharmonic BMR Monitor for better sound quality, the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 for the lower price. The Philharmonic BMR (v1) ranks higher than the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 (#40 vs #149 of 222 bookshelf speakers) but is discontinued. Its replacement, the Philharmonic BMR Monitor, is rated 3.6/5 at $2,200; the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 is rated 3.5/5 at $329, $1,871 cheaper.
The case for the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2: Large bookshelf speakers that play very loud with low distortion and decent bass, a solid budget choice. The tradeoff: A good size resonant peak around 700Hz stands out from an otherwise smooth response and lingers in cumulative spectral decay (waterfall) measurements: in one reviewer’s sighted A/B test, reducing it by about 5dB via EQ made a noticeable but not dramatic difference.
The Philharmonic BMR (v1) is the better-sounding option. A large three way bookshelf speaker with a ribbon tweeter, flat response, broad coverage, and an unusually expansive midrange. Watch for: The measured 83dB sensitivity and roughly 4-ohm load demand meaningful external amplification.
Buy the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 if price matters most. For better sound quality, the Philharmonic BMR Monitor, the replacement for the discontinued Philharmonic BMR (v1), is rated higher but costs $2,200.
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Large bookshelf speakers that play very loud with low distortion and decent bass, a solid budget choice.
A large three way bookshelf speaker with a ribbon tweeter, flat response, broad coverage, and an unusually expansive midrange.
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Specifications Side By Side
| ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 | Philharmonic BMR (v1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $329.00 per pair | $2,395 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #149 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers | #40 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 37.8Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 64Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | Approximately 62Hz relative to mean (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner website) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal, 5.2 ohms minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | Approximately 4 ohms nominal (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Sensitivity | 86.5dB (measured, Audio Science Review) | Approximately 83dB/2.83V/1m (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Drivers | 25mm tweeter + 165mm woofer | RAAL 64-10 ribbon; 2.5” BMR midrange; 7” Scan-Speak woofer |
| Weight | 29.1 lbs (13.2 kg) | 37.9 lbs (17.2 kg) each |
| Dimensions | 14.8”H x 7.7”W x 10.6”D (375.0 x 195.0 x 268.0 mm) | 22H x 9W x 13.5D in |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, front | ported |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.75 (spinorama.org) | 4.86 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.0 (spinorama.org) | 7.17 |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
| Port Tuning | - | Mid/low-30Hz range (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
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