In this review, we will be comparing Debut 2.0 SUB3030 and Debut 2.0 SUB3010, two Powered Subwoofer speakers by ELAC. 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 SUB3030 and ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 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 SUB3030 and ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 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.Both ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030and ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 have a single woofer setup however the ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030's woofer is 12-inch whereas the ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 features a 10-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
Debut 2.0 SUB3030 has a frequency range of 25-150 Hz whereas Debut 2.0 SUB3010 has a frequency range of 28-150 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the Debut 2.0 SUB3030 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
Both ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030 and ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 have Passive radiator type cabinets.
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 SUB3030's and ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010's external dimensions. ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030 has external dimensions of 462.0 x 451.0 x 464.0mm ( 18-3/16 x 17-3/4 x 18-1/4inch) whereas 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) .
ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 96mm wider, 88mm taller and 81mm deeper than ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030 and ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030 and ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 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 SUB3030 is approximately 2092.6cm2 / 324.4inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 is approximately 1359.7cm2 / 210.8inch2. The Debut 2.0 SUB3030 requires 54% more surface area than the Debut 2.0 SUB3010 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 SUB3030 weighs 22.80kg / 50.2lbs and the ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 weighs 14.59kg / 32.1lbs. This makes the Debut 2.0 SUB3030 56% heavier than the Debut 2.0 SUB3010.
Here is a comparison of how Debut 2.0 SUB3030 and Debut 2.0 SUB3010'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 SUB3030?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Debut 2.0 SUB3030:
Powered subwoofer9-feet AC power cord4 Spikes4 Hex-nutsOperating Instructions
What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010?
Here are the items that come with the Debut 2.0 SUB3010:
Powered subwoofer9-feet AC power cord4 Spikes4 Hex-nutsOperating Instructions
 Woofer Size |
12 inches
vs
10 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
25 Hz
vs
28 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Height |
374mm
vs
462mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1359cm2 (355x383mm)
vs
2092cm2 (451x464mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
650USD
vs
900USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3030 |
ELAC Debut 2.0 SUB3010 |
| Brand |
ELAC |
ELAC |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
500 watts |
200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
25-150 Hz |
28-150 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
500-watt RMS |
200-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
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| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
12" |
10" |
| Woofer Composition |
Doped Paper |
Doped Paper |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
462.0mm (18.2") |
374.0mm (14.7") |
| Width |
451.0mm (17.8") |
355.0mm (14") |
| Depth |
464.0mm (18.3") |
383.0mm (15.1") |
| Weight |
22.80kg (50.2lbs) |
14.59kg (32.1lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Passive radiator |
Passive radiator |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
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Other |
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| Parts Warranty |
1 Year |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
1 Year |
1 Year |