In this review, we will be comparing Debut 3.0 DB63 and Aria Evo X No1, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from ELAC and Focal.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Focal Aria Evo X No1 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Aramid fiber Woofer
- 42 to 38K Hz Frequency Response
- 87 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:20 - 140watts
- Weight:7.86kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 340.0" x 7-3/4" x 12-1/4"( 340.0 x 197.0 x 312.0mm )
Focal Aria Evo X No1 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" inverted dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Flax Woofer
- 55-30kHz Frequency Response
- 89.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:25-120watts
- Weight:8.50kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 391.0" x 8-7/8" x 11"( 39 x 22.5 x 28 cm )
What size room are the ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Focal Aria Evo X No1 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 3.0 DB63 |
Focal Aria Evo X No1 |
| 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 3.0 DB63 and Focal Aria Evo X No1 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
Both Debut 3.0 DB63 and Aria Evo X No1 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 |
Focal Aria Evo X No1 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
Debut 3.0 DB63 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Aramid fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2000Hz. On the other hand, the Aria Evo X No1 features a 1" Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Flax Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2800 Hz.
Frequency Response
Debut 3.0 DB63 has a frequency range of 42 to 38K Hz whereas Aria Evo X No1 has a frequency range of 55-30kHz. With a minimum frequency of 42Hz, the Debut 3.0 DB63 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Aria Evo X No1'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 Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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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 3.0 DB63 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the Aria Evo X No1 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Debut 3.0 DB63 sensitivity is rated at 87 dB and the Aria Evo X No1's is rated at 89.5 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Focal Aria Evo X No1 a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf 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 3.0 DB63 can handle a max power of 140 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Aria Evo X No1 has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS, 20 watts less than the Debut 3.0 DB63.
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
Aria Evo X No1 features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Debut 3.0 DB63 has a 5-Way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63's 5-Way post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Debut 3.0 DB63 has a rear firing port whereas Aria Evo X No1 has a front firing ports. Focal Aria Evo X No1's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 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 3.0 DB63's and Focal Aria Evo X No1's external dimensions. ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 has external dimensions of 340.0 x 197.0 x 312.0mm ( 13-3/8-inch x 7-3/4-inch x 12-1/4-inch) whereas Focal Aria Evo X No1 has external dimensions of 39 x 22.5 x 28 cm ( 15-3/8 x 8-⅞ x 11) .
ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 is 28mm narrower and 51mm shorter than Focal Aria Evo X No1 but it is also 32mm deeper.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Focal Aria Evo X No1 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Focal Aria Evo X No1 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 3.0 DB63 is approximately 614.6cm2 / 95.3inch2 and base area of the Focal Aria Evo X No1 is approximately 630.0cm2 / 97.7inch2. The Debut 3.0 DB63 requires 2% less surface area than the Aria Evo X No1 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:
Size Comparison image of ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Focal Aria Evo X No1 on a Media Console