The ELAC Debut Reference DFR52 ranks #52 out of 139 total Large Size Floorstanding Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: ELAC
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#52 ELAC Debut Reference DFR52: $1,399.96 per pair Estimated Amazon eBay
Pros: 3-way floorstanding tower designed by Andrew Jones featuring triple 5.25-inch woven aramid-fiber woofers and a 1-inch cloth dome tweeter with wide-dispersion waveguide. Enhanced perimeter cabinet bracing and dual-flared slot ports minimize resonance and deliver bass down to 42Hz with the smooth tonal neutrality proven in DBR62 testing.
Cons: Rating estimated based on Debut Reference series sibling testing. 86dB sensitivity and 6-ohm load benefit from dedicated, robust amplifier power to reach high dynamic peaks.
How it compares: Just above it: Focal Aria Evo X N°3 - $2199 more, 6Hz higher bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UFR52 - $599 more.
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 42Hz (manufacturer specified) |
|---|---|
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 40”H x 7.3”W x 9.5”D (1016 x 185 x 242 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” (25mm) cloth dome tweeter, 3 x 5.25” (133mm) woven aramid-fiber woofers |
| Frequency Response | 42Hz - 35kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 86dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 36.8 lbs (16.7 kg) each |
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