In this review, we will be comparing Muro SUB2020 and Sub 3, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from ELAC and Dynaudio. 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 Dynaudio Sub 3 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 Dynaudio Sub 3 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 Muro SUB2020and Dynaudio Sub 3 have a single woofer setup however the ELAC Muro SUB2020's woofer is 10-inch whereas the Dynaudio Sub 3 features a 9.5-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
Muro SUB2020 has a frequency range of 28-200 Hz whereas Sub 3 has a frequency range of 22-175 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 22Hz, the Sub 3 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to 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 Dynaudio Sub 3 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 Dynaudio Sub 3'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 Dynaudio Sub 3 has external dimensions of 277.0 x 269.0 x 366.0mm ( 10-7/8 x 10-9/16 x 14-3/8inch) .
Dynaudio Sub 3 is 122mm shorter and 149mm less deeper than ELAC Muro SUB2020 but it is also 84mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Muro SUB2020 and Dynaudio Sub 3 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Muro SUB2020 and Dynaudio Sub 3 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 Dynaudio Sub 3 is approximately 984.5cm2 / 152.6inch2. The Muro SUB2020 requires 3% less surface area than the Sub 3 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 Dynaudio Sub 3 weighs 10.50kg / 23.1lbs. This makes the Muro SUB2020 21% heavier than the Sub 3.
Here is a comparison of how Muro SUB2020 and Sub 3'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 Dynaudio Sub 3?
Here are the items that come with the Sub 3:
Powered subwooferGrille6-feet AC power cordOwners ManualQuick Start GuideWarranty Extension Card
 Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
9.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 High Frequency Response |
200k Hz
vs
175k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Base Surface Area |
952cm2
vs
984cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Wireless Operation |
Optional
vs
No
|
Connect your subwoofer to your system wireless |
| Low Frequency Response |
22 Hz
vs
28 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
277mm
vs
399mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
| General |
ELAC Muro SUB2020 |
Dynaudio Sub 3 |
| Brand |
ELAC |
Dynaudio |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
200 watts |
300 watts |
| Frequency Response |
28-200 Hz |
22-175 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
200-watt RMS |
300-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
10" |
9.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Woven Cellulose Fiber |
Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
50-150Hz and 60Hz/80Hz/FlatHz |
| Firing Direction |
side or bottom |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
399.0mm (15.7") |
277.0mm (10.9") |
| Width |
185.0mm (7.3") |
269.0mm (10.6") |
| Depth |
515.0mm (20.3") |
366.0mm (14.4") |
| Weight |
12.73kg (28lbs) |
10.50kg (23.1lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
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|
| Parts Warranty |
1 Year |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
1 Year |
3 Years |