In this review, we will be comparing Debut 2.0 SUB3010 and ASW610, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from ELAC and Bowers Wilkins. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 and B&W ASW610 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 and B&W ASW610 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these subwoofers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010and B&W ASW610 have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 10" drivers.
Frequency Response
Debut 2.0 SUB3010 has a frequency range of 28-150 Hz whereas ASW610 has a frequency range of 27-140 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 27Hz, the ASW610 can go slightly deeper then the Debut 2.0 SUB3010's min frequency of 28Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
The ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 has a Passive radiator type cabinet. On the other hand the B&W ASW610 have Acoustic Suspension type enclosure. Acoustic Suspension aka Sealed type subwoofers have enclosures that are sealed hence no ports or holes exists on the cabinet. Sealed designs helps to provide more accurate and tight bass responses compared to ported designs.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010's and B&W ASW610's external dimensions. ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 has external dimensions of 374.0 x 355.0 x 383.0mm ( 14-11/16 x 13-15/16 x 15-1/16inch) whereas B&W ASW610 has external dimensions of 321.0 x 312.0 x 394.0mm ( 12-5/8 x 12-1/4 x 15-1/2inch) .
B&W ASW610 is 43mm narrower and 53mm shorter than ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 but it is also 11mm deeper.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 and B&W ASW610 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 and B&W ASW610 Size and External Dimensions
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 is approximately 1359.7cm2 / 210.8inch2 and base area of the B&W ASW610 is approximately 1229.3cm2 / 190.5inch2. The Debut 2.0 SUB3010 requires 11% more surface area than the ASW610 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 weighs 14.59kg / 32.1lbs and the B&W ASW610 weighs 12.55kg / 27.6lbs. This makes the Debut 2.0 SUB3010 16% heavier than the ASW610.
Here is a comparison of how Debut 2.0 SUB3010 and ASW610's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
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What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Debut 2.0 SUB3010:
Powered subwoofer9-feet AC power cord4 Spikes4 Hex-nutsOperating Instructions
What's in the Box of B&W ASW610?
Here are the items that come with the ASW610:
Powered subwooferGrille6.5-feet AC power cord4 Rubber feet4 Spike feet4 Lock-nutsManualBowers & Wilkins brochureWarranty Information
 High Frequency Response |
150k Hz
vs
140k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Price per pair* |
650USD
vs
899USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Low Frequency Response |
27 Hz
vs
28 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
321mm
vs
374mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1229cm2 (312x394mm)
vs
1359cm2 (355x383mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 |
Bowers & Wilkins ASW610 |
| Brand |
ELAC |
Bowers Wilkins |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
200 watts |
200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
28-150 Hz |
27-140 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
200-watt RMS |
200-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
10" |
10" |
| Woofer Composition |
Doped Paper |
Paper/Aramid Fiber |
| Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
374.0mm (14.7") |
321.0mm (12.6") |
| Width |
355.0mm (14") |
312.0mm (12.3") |
| Depth |
383.0mm (15.1") |
394.0mm (15.5") |
| Weight |
14.59kg (32.1lbs) |
12.55kg (27.6lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Passive radiator |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
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| Parts Warranty |
1 Year |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
1 Year |
2 Years |