In this review, we will be comparing Debut 2.0 C6.2 and Revel C426Be, two Passive Center Channel speakers from ELAC and Revel. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2 and Revel C426Be first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" dome Tweeter
- 2 x 6.5" aramid-fiber Woofer
- 55-35k Hz Frequency Response
- 88 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 120watts
- Weight:11.55kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 194.0" x 23-3/8" x 11-5/16"( 194.0 x 594.0 x 288.0mm )
Revel C426Be Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" dome with proprietary acoustic lens and waveguide Tweeter
- 5-1/4" Midrange
- 4 x 6.5" aluminum with Deep Ceramic Composite coating Woofer
- 5-1/4" Midrange
- 38-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:50-300watts
- Weight:33.05kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 313.0" x 38-5/8" x 14-1/16"( 313.0 x 982.0 x 358.0mm )
What size room are the ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2 and Revel C426Be 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 C6.2 |
Revel C426Be |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Average |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Average |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
Average |
(* 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 C6.2 and Revel C426Be 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 C6.2 is a 2-way design whereas the Revel C426Be 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 C6.2 |
Revel C426Be |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 5-1/4-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
4 x 6.5-inch
|
Debut 2.0 C6.2 features a 1" silk dome Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" aramid-fiber Woofer . On the other hand, the Revel C426Be features a 1" beryllium dome with proprietary acoustic lens and waveguide Tweeter , a 5-1/4" Midrange and 4 x 6.5" aluminum with Deep Ceramic Composite coating Woofer .
Frequency Response
Debut 2.0 C6.2 has a frequency range of 55-35k Hz whereas Revel C426Be has a frequency range of 38-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 38Hz, the Revel C426Be can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Debut 2.0 C6.2's min frequency of 55Hz.
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 Center Channel class in our database.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
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 C6.2 and Revel C426Be have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Debut 2.0 C6.2 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Revel C426Be's is at 90 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Revel C426Be a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2, 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. 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.
Debut 2.0 C6.2 can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Debut 2.0 C6.2 has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS , 180 watts less than the Revel C426Be.
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
Debut 2.0 C6.2 features Binding post type posts and Revel C426Be has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2's 5-Way post terminals
Revel C426Be's Binding post terminals
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 C6.2's and Revel C426Be's external dimensions. ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2 has external dimensions of 194.0 x 594.0 x 288.0mm ( 7-5/8 x 23-3/8 x 11-5/16inch) whereas Revel C426Be has external dimensions of 313.0 x 982.0 x 358.0mm ( 12-5/16 x 38-5/8 x 14-1/16inch) .
Revel C426Be is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 388mm wider, 119mm taller and 70mm deeper than ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2.
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 C6.2 is approximately 1710.7cm2 / 265.2inch2 and base area of the Revel C426Be is approximately 3515.6cm2 / 544.9inch2. The Debut 2.0 C6.2 requires 51% less surface area than the Revel C426Be 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 C6.2 weighs 11.55kg / 25.4lbs and the Revel C426Be weighs 33.05kg / 72.7lbs. This makes the Revel C426Be 186% heavier than the Debut 2.0 C6.2.
Here is a comparison of how Debut 2.0 C6.2 and Revel C426Be's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Center Channel class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 C6.2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Debut 2.0 C6.2:
Center channel loudspeakerGrilleOperating Instructions
What's in the Box of Revel C426Be?
Here are the items that come with the Revel C426Be:
Center-channel loudspeakerGrilleFeet assembly2 Port plugsOwners Manual