In this review, we will be comparing Muro SUB2020 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 Muro SUB2020 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 Muro SUB2020 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 Muro SUB2020and B&W ASW610 have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 10" drivers.
Frequency Response
Muro SUB2020 has a frequency range of 28-200 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 Muro SUB2020'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 Muro SUB2020 and B&W ASW610 have Acoustic Suspension type cabinets. 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 Muro SUB2020's and B&W ASW610's external dimensions. ELAC Muro SUB2020 has external dimensions of 399.0 x 185.0 x 515.0mm ( 15-11/16 x 7-1/4 x 20-1/4inch) 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 78mm shorter and 121mm less deeper than ELAC Muro SUB2020 but it is also 127mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Muro SUB2020 and B&W ASW610 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Muro SUB2020 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 Muro SUB2020 is approximately 952.8cm2 / 147.7inch2 and base area of the B&W ASW610 is approximately 1229.3cm2 / 190.5inch2. The Muro SUB2020 requires 22% less surface area than the ASW610 which gives it a small advantage 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 Muro SUB2020 weighs 12.73kg / 28lbs and the B&W ASW610 weighs 12.55kg / 27.6lbs. This makes the Muro SUB2020 1% heavier than the ASW610.
Here is a comparison of how Muro SUB2020 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 Muro SUB2020?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Muro SUB2020:
Powered subwoofer8-feet AC power cord4 Cone feet2 Brackets2 Machine screws2 Wood screws2 Washers2 Wall anchorsOperating 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 |
200k Hz
vs
140k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Base Surface Area |
952cm2 (185x515mm)
vs
1229cm2 (312x394mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Wireless Operation |
Optional
vs
No
|
Connect your subwoofer to your system wireless |
 Low Frequency Response |
27 Hz
vs
28 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
321mm
vs
399mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
899USD
vs
1000USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
ELAC Muro SUB2020 |
Bowers & Wilkins ASW610 |
| Brand |
ELAC |
Bowers Wilkins |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
200 watts |
200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
28-200 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 |
Woven Cellulose Fiber |
Paper/Aramid Fiber |
| Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
side or bottom |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
399.0mm (15.7") |
321.0mm (12.6") |
| Width |
185.0mm (7.3") |
312.0mm (12.3") |
| Depth |
515.0mm (20.3") |
394.0mm (15.5") |
| Weight |
12.73kg (28lbs) |
12.55kg (27.6lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
1 Year |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
1 Year |
2 Years |