In this review, we will be comparing Debut 3.0 DB63 and RP-600M II, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from ELAC and Klipsch.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Klipsch RP-600M II 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 )
Klipsch RP-600M II Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hybrid Tractrix Horn Tweeter
- 6.5" Cerametallic cone Woofer
- 44-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 94.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 100watts
- Weight:8.20kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 402.0" x 8" x 13-1/16"( 402.0 x 204.0 x 332.0mm )
What size room are the ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Klipsch RP-600M II 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 |
Klipsch RP-600M II |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Average |
| Small Room |
Average |
Good |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Average |
| Large Room |
Average |
Poor |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
Bad |
(* 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 Klipsch RP-600M II 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 RP-600M II are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 |
Klipsch RP-600M II |
|
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 RP-600M II features a 1" titanium Hybrid Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Cerametallic cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1500 Hz.
Frequency Response
Debut 3.0 DB63 has a frequency range of 42 to 38K Hz whereas RP-600M II has a frequency range of 44-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 42Hz, the Debut 3.0 DB63 can go slightly deeper then the RP-600M II's min frequency of 44Hz.
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 RP-600M II 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 RP-600M II's is rated at 94.5 dB. This 7 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-600M II 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 RP-600M II has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 40 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
RP-600M II 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
Klipsch RP-600M II's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Debut 3.0 DB63 and RP-600M II have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
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 Klipsch RP-600M II'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 Klipsch RP-600M II has external dimensions of 402.0 x 204.0 x 332.0mm ( 15-13/16 x 8 x 13-1/16inch) .
Klipsch RP-600M II is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 7mm wider, 62mm taller and 20mm deeper than ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Klipsch RP-600M II in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 and Klipsch RP-600M II 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 Klipsch RP-600M II is approximately 677.3cm2 / 105.0inch2. The Debut 3.0 DB63 requires 9% less surface area than the RP-600M II 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 Klipsch RP-600M II on a Media Console