In this review, we will be comparing DBR62 and Bronze 100, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from ELAC and Monitor Audio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Aramid fiber Woofer
- 44-35k Hz Frequency Response
- 86 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:up to 120watts
- Weight:8.23kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 362.0" x 8-1/4" x 10-7/8"( 362.0 x 210.0 x 277.0mm )
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 8" C-CAM Woofer
- 37-30k Hz Frequency Response
- 87 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:30-100watts
- Weight:7.80kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 376.0" x 9.0" x 12.7"( 376.0 x 231.0 x 325.0mm )
What size room are the ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 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 Ref DBR62 |
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 |
| 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 Ref DBR62 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 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 DBR62 and Bronze 100 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 |
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 8-inch
|
DBR62 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Aramid fiber Woofer . On the other hand, the Bronze 100 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 8" C-CAM Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2200Hz.
Frequency Response
DBR62 has a frequency range of 44-35k Hz whereas Bronze 100 has a frequency range of 37-30k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 37Hz, the Bronze 100 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the DBR62'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
DBR62 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the Bronze 100 which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. DBR62 sensitivity is rated at 86 dB and the Bronze 100's is rated at 87 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Debut Ref DBR62, 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.
DBR62 can handle a max power of 120 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Bronze 100 has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 20 watts less than the DBR62.
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
Bronze 100 features Post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. DBR62 has a 5-way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
ELAC Debut Ref DBR62's 5-way post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
DBR62 has a front firing port whereas Bronze 100 has a rear firing ports. ELAC Debut Ref DBR62's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Monitor Audio Bronze 100 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 Ref DBR62's and Monitor Audio Bronze 100's external dimensions. ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 has external dimensions of 362.0 x 210.0 x 277.0mm ( 14-1/4 x 8-1/4 x 10-7/8inch) whereas Monitor Audio Bronze 100 has external dimensions of 376.0 x 231.0 x 325.0mm ( 14.8 x 9.0 x 12.7inch) .
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 21mm wider, 14mm taller and 48mm deeper than ELAC Debut Ref DBR62.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 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 Ref DBR62 is approximately 581.7cm2 / 90.2inch2 and base area of the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is approximately 750.8cm2 / 116.4inch2. The DBR62 requires 23% less surface area than the Bronze 100 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 Ref DBR62 weighs 8.23kg / 18.1lbs and the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 weighs 7.80kg / 17.2lbs. This makes the DBR62 6% heavier than the Bronze 100.
Here is a comparison of how DBR62 and Bronze 100's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of ELAC Debut Ref DBR62?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of DBR62:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Grilles Operating Instructions
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Bronze 100?
Here are the items that come with the Bronze 100:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Grilles 4 Terminal-jumpers (pre-installed) 2 Foam port plugs 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet Hex-key Quick Start Guide Important Safety Instructions