In this review, we will be comparing ProCenter 2000 and SuperCenter X, two Passive Center Channel speakers from Definitive Technology and GoldenEar.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Definitive ProCenter 2000 and GoldenEar SuperCenter X first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Definitive ProCenter 2000 | GoldenEar SuperCenter X |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1" dome | HVFR (High-Velocity Folded Ribbon) |
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| Woofer | 2 x 5.25" BDSS | 2 x 5.25" |
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| Frequency response | 42-30k Hz | 45-35k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 91 dB | 90 dB |
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| Impedance | 8 ohms | 8 ohms |
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| Power range | 10-250 watts | 20-200 watts |
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| Weight | 4.55kg / 10lbs | 6.82kg / 15lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 6-5/8" x 17" x 6-7/16"
169.0 x 432.0 x 164.0mm | 5-7/8" x 20-1/16" x 11-1/8"
150.0 x 510.0 x 283.0mm |
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What size room are the Definitive ProCenter 2000 and GoldenEar SuperCenter X speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision
factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size
and max power parameters:
| Listening Environment* |
Definitive ProCenter 2000 |
GoldenEar SuperCenter X |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Average |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Good |
Average |
| Very Large Room |
Average |
Poor |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2,
Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: >
400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual
listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening
position, speaker locations, etc.)
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
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Drivers
Both ProCenter 2000 and SuperCenter X are 2-way speakers.
Definitive ProCenter 2000GoldenEar SuperCenter X
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
Definitive ProCenter 2000 |
GoldenEar SuperCenter X |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 5.25-inch
|
2 x 5.25-inch
|
ProCenter 2000 features a 1" pure aluminum dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" BDSS Woofer. On the other hand, the SuperCenter X features a " HVFR (High-Velocity Folded Ribbon) Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" Woofer.
Frequency Response
ProCenter 2000 has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas SuperCenter X has a frequency range of 45-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 42Hz, the ProCenter 2000 can go slightly deeper then the SuperCenter X's min frequency of 45Hz.
The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Center Channel class in our database.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
ProCenter 2000 and SuperCenter X have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. ProCenter 2000 sensitivity is rated at 91 dB and the SuperCenter X's is at 90 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Definitive ProCenter 2000 a more sensitive speaker compared to GoldenEar SuperCenter X, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. Staying
within that range gives nominal performance; driving the speaker beyond its maximum wattage can damage it.
ProCenter 2000 can handle a max power of 250 watts RMS, whereas SuperCenter X has a max power handling value of 200 watts RMS, 50 watts less than the ProCenter 2000.
Note that higher power handling does not make a speaker louder: that depends mainly on
sensitivity and impedance. The calculator below shows how loud each of these actually plays
on a real amplifier.
Which plays louder on your amplifier?
Starting with a popular amplifier — change it to the one you own, or any you are
considering, and watch both numbers move.
Definitive ProCenter 2000
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
ProCenter 2000 features 5-Way post type posts and SuperCenter X has a 5-Way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Physical Specs
The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Definitive ProCenter 2000's and GoldenEar SuperCenter X's external dimensions. Definitive ProCenter 2000 has external dimensions of 169.0 x 432.0 x 164.0mm (6-5/8 x 17 x 6-7/16inch) whereas GoldenEar SuperCenter X has external dimensions of 150.0 x 510.0 x 283.0mm (5-7/8 x 20-1/16 x 11-1/8inch).
Definitive ProCenter 2000 is 78mm narrower and 119mm less deeper than GoldenEar SuperCenter X but it is also 19mm taller.
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 Definitive ProCenter 2000 is approximately 708.5cm2 / 109.8inch2 and base area of the GoldenEar SuperCenter X is approximately 1443.3cm2 / 223.7inch2. The ProCenter 2000 requires 51% less surface area than the SuperCenter X which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Definitive ProCenter 2000 weighs 4.55kg / 10lbs and the GoldenEar SuperCenter X weighs 6.82kg / 15lbs. This makes the SuperCenter X 50% heavier than the ProCenter 2000.
Here is a comparison of how ProCenter 2000 and SuperCenter X's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Center Channel class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Definitive ProCenter 2000
What's in the Box of Definitive ProCenter 2000?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of ProCenter 2000:
- Black center-channel speaker
- Removable cloth grille (installed)
- 2 Plastic inserts
- Owners Manual
- Online Product Registration card
What's in the Box of GoldenEar SuperCenter X?
Here are the items that come with the SuperCenter X:
- Center-channel loudspeaker
- 3 Leveling feet
- 3 Threaded-inserts
- Owners Manual
 Max Input Power |
250 watts
vs
200 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
91 dB
vs
90 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Low Frequency Response |
42 Hz
vs
45 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Base Surface Area |
708cm2
vs
1443cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
379USD
vs
749USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
30k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
150mm
vs
169mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
| General |
Definitive Technology ProCenter 2000 |
GoldenEar SuperCenter X |
| Brand |
Definitive Technology |
GoldenEar |
| Speaker Type |
Center channel speaker |
Center channel speaker |
| Power Range |
10-250 watts |
20-200 watts |
| Sensitivity |
91 dB |
90 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
42-30k Hz |
45-35k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
5.25" |
5.25" |
| Woofer Composition |
BDSS |
|
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
- |
| Tweeter Type |
dome |
HVFR (High-Velocity Folded Ribbon) |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
169.0mm (6.7") |
150.0mm (5.9") |
| Width |
432.0mm (17") |
510.0mm (20.1") |
| Depth |
164.0mm (6.5") |
283.0mm (11.1") |
| Weight |
4.55kg (10lbs) |
6.82kg (15lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Passive Radiator |
Passive Radiator |
| Available Colors |
Gloss Black |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
n/a |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
These sit in different price classes - GoldenEar SuperCenter X costs roughly 2x what Definitive ProCenter 2000 does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass |
A |
Definitive ProCenter 2000 digs deeper - 42Hz against 45Hz. A subwoofer would even that out. |
| Amplifier needs |
evenly matched |
Similar sensitivity (91dB vs 90dB) - both want much the same power. |
| Headroom |
A |
Definitive ProCenter 2000 takes more power (250W vs 200W) - more in hand in a big room. |
| Size |
depends |
Definitive ProCenter 2000 is easier to place; GoldenEar SuperCenter X is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
| Price |
A |
Definitive ProCenter 2000 is cheaper - $379 against $749, about 49% less; arguably a different class. |
A Definitive ProCenter 2000
B GoldenEar SuperCenter X
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, placement or how you will use them.
Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.
Which should you choose?
Definitive ProCenter 2000 is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take GoldenEar SuperCenter X if its size, looks or fit in your room suit you better. Match it to your room: we rate Definitive ProCenter 2000 the better fit for a large room and a very large room, and GoldenEar SuperCenter X for a small room. In a large or open-plan room, GoldenEar SuperCenter X has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Definitive ProCenter 2000 is the easier speaker to get right.
And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.