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ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 vs Definitive BP-9020 Comparison

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ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2

Passive Floor-standing | 39-35k Hz

ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2
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Passive Floor-standing | 28-40k Hz

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ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 vs Definitive BP-9020 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Debut 2.0 F6.2 and BP-9020, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from ELAC and Definitive Technology.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 and Definitive BP-9020 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" dome with wide-dispersion waveguide Tweeter
  • 6.5" Midrange
  • 2 x 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber Woofer
  • 39-35k Hz Frequency Response
  • 87 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:up to 140watts
  • Weight:19.95kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1126.0" x 8-1/8" x 11-5/8"( 1126.0 x 207.0 x 296.0mm )

Definitive BP-9020 Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" dome Tweeter
  • 3.5" Midrange
  • 8" Polypropelene Woofer
  • 3.5" Midrange
  • 28-40k Hz Frequency Response
  • 92 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:50-200watts
  • Weight:13.64kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 904.0" x 11-1/16" x 13-13/16"( 904.0 x 281.0 x 351.0mm )

What size room are the ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 and Definitive BP-9020 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 F6.2 Definitive BP-9020
Near-field Bad Bad
Small Room Poor Poor
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Good 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 F6.2 and Definitive BP-9020 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

Both Debut 2.0 F6.2 and BP-9020 are 3-way speakers.

Driver ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 Definitive BP-9020
Driver Setup 3-way 3-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange 1 x 6.5-inch 3 x 3.5-inch
Woofer 2 x 6.5-inch 1 x 8-inch

Debut 2.0 F6.2 features a 1" silk dome with wide-dispersion waveguide Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 90Hz and 2200Hz. On the other hand, the BP-9020 features a 1" annealed aluminum dome Tweeter , a 3.5" Midrange and 1 x 8" Polypropelene Woofer .

Frequency Response

Debut 2.0 F6.2 has a frequency range of 39-35k Hz whereas BP-9020 has a frequency range of 28-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the BP-9020 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Debut 2.0 F6.2's min frequency of 39Hz.

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 Floor-standing class in our database.

Low Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

Debut 2.0 F6.2
BP-9020
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2
Definitive BP-9020
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 F6.2 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the BP-9020 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.

These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Debut 2.0 F6.2 sensitivity is rated at 87 dB and the BP-9020's is rated at 92 dB. This 5 dB difference makes the Definitive BP-9020 a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

Debut 2.0 F6.2
BP-9020
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.

Debut 2.0 F6.2 can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Debut 2.0 F6.2 has a max power handling value of 140 watts RMS , 60 watts less than the BP-9020.

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 F6.2 features 5-Way post, RCA type posts and BP-9020 has a 5-Way post, RCA type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 Terminals
ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2's 5-Way 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 F6.2's and Definitive BP-9020's external dimensions. ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 has external dimensions of 1126.0 x 207.0 x 296.0mm ( 44-5/16 x 8-1/8 x 11-5/8inch) whereas Definitive BP-9020 has external dimensions of 904.0 x 281.0 x 351.0mm ( 35-9/16 x 11-1/16 x 13-13/16inch) .

ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 is 74mm narrower and 55mm less deeper than Definitive BP-9020 but it is also 222mm 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 ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 is approximately 612.7cm2 / 95.0inch2 and base area of the Definitive BP-9020 is approximately 986.3cm2 / 152.9inch2. The Debut 2.0 F6.2 requires 38% less surface area than the BP-9020 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 F6.2 weighs 19.95kg / 43.9lbs and the Definitive BP-9020 weighs 13.64kg / 30lbs. This makes the Debut 2.0 F6.2 46% heavier than the BP-9020.

Here is a comparison of how Debut 2.0 F6.2 and BP-9020's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2
Definitive BP-9020
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Debut 2.0 F6.2:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 4 Spikes (hex-nuts attached)
  • Operating Instructions
  • What's in the Box of Definitive BP-9020?

    Here are the items that come with the BP-9020:
  • Tower loudspeaker
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Top-plate (installed)
  • Stabilizer base
  • 4 Floor guides
  • 4 Carpet spikes
  • 4 Screws
  • 4 Nuts
  • Owners Manual
  • What Obsession Sounds Like card

  • Reasons to choose ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 over Definitive Technology BP-9020
    Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
    Base Surface Area 612cm2 vs 986cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 1060USD vs 1498USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Definitive Technology BP-9020 over ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2

    Max Input Power 200 watts vs 140 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Sensitivity 92 dB vs 87 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Nominal Impedance 8 ohms vs 6 ohms Less selective with amplifiers
    Woofer Size 8 inches vs 6.5 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 28 Hz vs 39 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 40k Hz vs 35k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 904mm vs 1126mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 vs Definitive BP-9020 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 Definitive Technology BP-9020
    Brand ELAC Definitive Technology
    Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Floor-standing speaker
    Power Range up to 140 watts 50-200 watts
    Sensitivity 87 dB 92 dB
    Impedance 6 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 39-35k Hz 28-40k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 2 1
    Woofer Size 6.5" 8"
    Woofer Composition Woven Aramid-Fiber Polypropelene
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Tweeter Type dome with wide-dispersion waveguide dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver 6.5" 3.5"
    Crossover Frequency 90Hz and 2200Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear n/a
    Physical Specs
    Height 1126.0mm (44.3") 904.0mm (35.6")
    Width 207.0mm (8.1") 281.0mm (11.1")
    Depth 296.0mm (11.7") 351.0mm (13.8")
    Weight 19.95kg (43.9lbs) 13.64kg (30lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Vinyl MDF/Aluminum/Cloth
    Available Colors Black Black
    Grille Yes n/a
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 3 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 3 Years 5 Years

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