In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers by ELAC. ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 is a Center Channel speaker whereas the Debut 2.0 B6.2 is a Bookshelf speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 | ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 |
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| Brand | ELAC
Germany · founded 1926 | ELAC
Germany · founded 1926 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1" Hard-Dome | 1" Soft-Dome |
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| Woofer | 2 x 5.25" aramid-fiber | 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber |
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| Frequency response | 55-35k Hz | 44-35k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 87 dB | 87 dB |
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| Impedance | 8 ohms | 6 ohms |
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| Power range | up to 120 watts | up to 120 watts |
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| Weight | 8.41kg / 18.5lbs | 7.40kg / 16.3lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 7-1/8" x 21-5/16" x 9-3/8"
181.0 x 542.0 x 239.0mm | 14.8" x 7-3/4" x 10-9/16"
375.0 x 195.0 x 268.0mm |
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Debut 2.0 C5.2 and Debut 2.0 B6.2 are members of ELAC's Debut 2.0 series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
ELAC Debut 2.0 Series
History
What size room are the ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 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 C5.2 |
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 |
| 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.)
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both Debut 2.0 C5.2 and Debut 2.0 B6.2 are 2-way speakers.
ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 |
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 |
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Driver Setup
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2-way
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2-way
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Tweeter
|
1-inch
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1-inch
|
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Midrange
|
- |
- |
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Woofer
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2 x 5.25-inch
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1 x 6.5-inch
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Debut 2.0 C5.2 features a 1" silk Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" aramid-fiber Woofer. On the other hand, the 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.
Frequency Response
Debut 2.0 C5.2 has a frequency range of 55-35k Hz whereas Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a frequency range of 44-35k 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 Debut 2.0 C5.2's min frequency of 55Hz.
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
Debut 2.0 C5.2 is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Debut 2.0 B6.2 which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.
On the other hand, they have the same sensitivity of 87 dBdB.
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.
Debut 2.0 C5.2 and Debut 2.0 B6.2 have the same power range of up to 120 watts.
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.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Debut 2.0 C5.2 features 5-Way post type posts and Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a 5-Way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2's 5-Way post terminals
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2's 5-Way post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Debut 2.0 C5.2 and Debut 2.0 B6.2 have front firing ports. front ported speakers offers more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls&surfaces compared to rear ported speakers.
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 ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2's and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2's external dimensions. ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 has external dimensions of 181.0 x 542.0 x 239.0mm (7-1/8 x 21-5/16 x 9-3/8inch) whereas 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).
ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 is 194mm shorter and 29mm less deeper than ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 but it is also 347mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2 and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 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 C5.2 is approximately 1295.4cm2 / 200.8inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 is approximately 522.6cm2 / 81.0inch2. The Debut 2.0 C5.2 requires 148% more surface area than the Debut 2.0 B6.2 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 C5.2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Debut 2.0 C5.2:
- Center channel loudspeaker
- Grille
- Operating Instructions
What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2?
Here are the items that come with the Debut 2.0 B6.2:
- 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
- 2 Grilles
- Operating Instructions