In this review, we will be comparing SPL-100 and SUB3070, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Klipsch and 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 Klipsch SPL-100 and ELAC SUB3070 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Klipsch SPL-100 and ELAC SUB3070 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 Klipsch SPL-100and ELAC SUB3070 have a single woofer setup however the Klipsch SPL-100's woofer is 10-inch whereas the ELAC SUB3070 features a 12-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
SPL-100 has a frequency range of 27-125 Hz whereas SUB3070 has a frequency range of 18-180 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 18Hz, the SUB3070 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the SPL-100's min frequency of 27Hz.
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 Klipsch SPL-100 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type subwoofers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs. On the other hand the ELAC SUB3070 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 Klipsch SPL-100's and ELAC SUB3070's external dimensions. Klipsch SPL-100 has external dimensions of 418.0 x 358.0 x 478.0mm ( 16-7/16 x 14-1/16 x 18-13/16inch) whereas ELAC SUB3070 has external dimensions of 435.0 x 520.0 x 477.0mm ( 17-1/8 x 20-7/16 x 18-3/4inch) .
Klipsch SPL-100 is 162mm narrower and 17mm shorter than ELAC SUB3070 but it is also 1mm deeper.
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 Klipsch SPL-100 is approximately 1711.2cm2 / 265.2inch2 and base area of the ELAC SUB3070 is approximately 2480.4cm2 / 384.5inch2. The SPL-100 requires 31% less surface area than the SUB3070 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 Klipsch SPL-100 weighs 16.82kg / 37lbs and the ELAC SUB3070 weighs 35.00kg / 77lbs. This makes the SUB3070 108% heavier than the SPL-100.
Here is a comparison of how SPL-100 and SUB3070's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
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What's in the Box of Klipsch SPL-100?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SPL-100:
Powered subGrille6.5-feet AC power cordUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
What's in the Box of ELAC SUB3070?
Here are the items that come with the SUB3070:
Powered subwooferAC power cord2 Steel bottom plates4 Spikes4 Locking-knobs4 Protective discsOperating Instructions
 Height |
418mm
vs
435mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1711cm2 (358x478mm)
vs
2480cm2 (520x477mm)
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Takes less floor space |
 Woofer Size |
12 inches
vs
10 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
18 Hz
vs
27 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
180k Hz
vs
125k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
| General |
Klipsch SPL-100 |
ELAC SUB3070 |
| Brand |
Klipsch |
ELAC |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
200 watts |
1200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
27-125 Hz |
18-180 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
200-watt RMS |
1200-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
450-watt RMS |
n/a |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
10" |
12" |
| Woofer Composition |
Cerametallic |
Aluminum |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
side |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
418.0mm (16.5") |
435.0mm (17.1") |
| Width |
358.0mm (14.1") |
520.0mm (20.5") |
| Depth |
478.0mm (18.8") |
477.0mm (18.8") |
| Weight |
16.82kg (37lbs) |
35.00kg (77lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Grille |
Yes |
n/a |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |
1 Year |