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ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 vs Wharfedale EVO4.2 Comparison

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ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2

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ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 vs Wharfedale EVO4.2 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Debut 2.0 B6.2 and EVO4.2, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from ELAC and Wharfedale.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 and Wharfedale EVO4.2 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber Woofer
  • 44-35k Hz Frequency Response
  • 87 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:up to 120watts
  • Weight:7.40kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 375.0" x 7-3/4" x 11-5/16"( 375.0 x 195.0 x 268.0mm )

Wharfedale EVO4.2 Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1.18x2.36" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter
  • 2" Midrange
  • 6.5" Kevlar Woofer
  • 2" Midrange
  • 54-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:25-120watts
  • Weight:13.40kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 455.0" x 9.8" x 13.7"( 455.0 x 250.0 x 350.0mm )

What size room are the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 and Wharfedale EVO4.2 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* ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Wharfedale EVO4.2
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Average Average
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Average Average
Very Large Room Poor 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.)

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 and Wharfedale EVO4.2 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


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Drivers

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Debut 2.0 B6.2 is a 2-way design whereas the EVO4.2 is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Driver ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Wharfedale EVO4.2
Driver Setup 2-way 3-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1.18x2.36-inch
Midrange - 1 x 2-inch
Woofer 1 x 6.5-inch 1 x 6.5-inch

Debut 2.0 B6.2 features a 1" Cloth Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2200Hz. On the other hand, the EVO4.2 features a 1.18x2.36" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter , a 2" Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer .

Frequency Response

Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a frequency range of 44-35k Hz whereas EVO4.2 has a frequency range of 54-22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 44Hz, the Debut 2.0 B6.2 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the EVO4.2's min frequency of 54Hz.

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 Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Debut 2.0 B6.2
EVO4.2
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
Wharfedale EVO4.2
Min
Average
Max

None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Debut 2.0 B6.2 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the EVO4.2 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.

These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Debut 2.0 B6.2 sensitivity is rated at 87 dB and the EVO4.2's is rated at 88 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Wharfedale EVO4.2 a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

Debut 2.0 B6.2
EVO4.2
Min
Average
Max

Power Range

Power range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.

Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

EVO4.2 features Post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a 5-Way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Terminals
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2's 5-Way post terminals

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a front firing port whereas EVO4.2 has a bottom firing ports. ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Wharfedale EVO4.2 with its rear-firing port.

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 B6.2's and Wharfedale EVO4.2's external dimensions. ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 has external dimensions of 375.0 x 195.0 x 268.0mm ( 14.7 x 7.6 x 10.5inch) whereas Wharfedale EVO4.2 has external dimensions of 455.0 x 250.0 x 350.0mm ( 17.9 x 9.8 x 13.7inch) .

Wharfedale EVO4.2 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 55mm wider, 80mm taller and 82mm deeper than ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 and Wharfedale EVO4.2 in scale.

ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 vs Wharfedale EVO4.2 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 and Wharfedale EVO4.2 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 B6.2 is approximately 522.6cm2 / 81.0inch2 and base area of the Wharfedale EVO4.2 is approximately 875.0cm2 / 135.6inch2. The Debut 2.0 B6.2 requires 40% less surface area than the EVO4.2 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 ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 weighs 7.40kg / 16.3lbs and the Wharfedale EVO4.2 weighs 13.40kg / 29.5lbs. This makes the EVO4.2 81% heavier than the Debut 2.0 B6.2.

Here is a comparison of how Debut 2.0 B6.2 and EVO4.2's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
Wharfedale EVO4.2
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Debut 2.0 B6.2:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • Operating Instructions
  • What's in the Box of Wharfedale EVO4.2?

    Here are the items that come with the EVO4.2:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 4 Jumper-bars (pre-installed)
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • Pair of white cloth gloves
  • User Manual

  • Reasons to choose ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 over Wharfedale EVO4.2
    Low Frequency Response 44 Hz vs 54 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 35k Hz vs 22k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 375mm vs 455mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 522cm2 vs 875cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 400USD vs 1199USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Wharfedale EVO4.2 over ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2

    Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
    Sensitivity 88 dB vs 87 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Nominal Impedance 8 ohms vs 6 ohms Less selective with amplifiers
    Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring Yes vs No Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
    ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 vs Wharfedale EVO4.2 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Wharfedale EVO4.2
    Brand ELAC Wharfedale
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Power Range up to 120 watts 25-120 watts
    Sensitivity 87 dB 88 dB
    Impedance 6 ohms 8 ohms
    Impedance n/a 4 ohms
    Frequency Response 44-35k Hz 54-22k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 6.5" 6.5"
    Woofer Composition Woven Aramid-Fiber Kevlar
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1.18x2.36"
    Tweeter Type Soft-Dome AMT (Ribbon)
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No 2"
    Crossover Frequency 2200Hz n/a
    Firing Direction front bottom
    Physical Specs
    Height 375.0mm (14.8") 455.0mm (17.9")
    Width 195.0mm (7.7") 250.0mm (9.8")
    Depth 268.0mm (10.6") 350.0mm (13.8")
    Weight 7.40kg (16.3lbs) 13.40kg (29.5lbs)
    Enclosure Ported Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Vinyl MDF/Wood-veneer
    Available Colors Black Walnut,Black,White
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Recommended Stand Height 24-28" 18-22"
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 3 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 3 Years 5 Years

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