In this review, we will be comparing ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim, two Passive Center Channel speakers by ELAC Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim are members of ELAC's Uni-Fi series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
ELAC Uni-Fi Series History
What size room are the ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim 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:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim 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 ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 |
ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 4-inch |
1 x 4-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 5.25-inch
|
2 x 5.25-inch
|
ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 features a 1" soft dome Tweeter , a 4" Midrange and 2 x 5.25" dished aluminum Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 200hZ and 2000HZ. On the other hand, the Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim features a 1" soft dome Tweeter , a 4" Midrange and 2 x 5.25" aluminum Woofer .
Frequency Response
ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 has a frequency range of 48-35k Hz whereas Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim has a frequency range of 48-25k Hz.
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
ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim which has a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. Lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit especially when played at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim can provide this impedance level.
On the other hand, they have the same sensitivity of 85 dBdB.
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.
ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim has the same power range of 40-140 watts.
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
ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 features Binding post type posts and Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52's 5-Way post terminals
ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 has a front firing port whereas Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim has a rear firing ports. ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim 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 Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52's and ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim's external dimensions. ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 has external dimensions of 186.0 x 545.0 x 294.0mm ( 7-5/16 x 21-7/16 x 11-9/16inch) whereas ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim has external dimensions of 180.0 x 501.0 x 326.0mm ( 7-1/16 x 19-11/16 x 12-13/16inch) .
ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim is 44mm narrower and 6mm shorter than ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 but it is also 32mm deeper.
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 Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 is approximately 1602.3cm2 / 248.4inch2 and base area of the ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim is approximately 1633.3cm2 / 253.2inch2. The ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 requires 2% less surface area than the Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim 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 Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 weighs 11.70kg / 25.7lbs and the ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim weighs 0.00kg / 0lbs. This makes the ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 inf% heavier than the Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim.
Here is a comparison of how ni-Fi 2.0 UC52 and Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim'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 Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of ni-Fi 2.0 UC52:
Center channel loudspeakerGrilleOperating Instructions
What's in the Box of ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim?
Here are the items that come with the Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim:
Center-channel loudspeakerGrilleOperating Instructions
 Nominal Impedance |
6 ohms
vs
4 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 Base Surface Area |
1602cm2 (545x294mm)
vs
1633cm2 (501x326mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
460USD
vs
580USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Height |
180mm
vs
186mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
| General |
ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UC52 |
ELAC Uni-Fi CC U5 Slim |
| Brand |
ELAC |
ELAC |
| Speaker Type |
Center channel speaker |
Center channel speaker |
| Power Range |
40-140 watts |
40-140 watts |
| Sensitivity |
85 dB |
85 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
4 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
48-35k Hz |
48-25k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
5.25" |
5.25" |
| Woofer Composition |
dished aluminum |
aluminum |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
soft dome |
soft dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
4" |
4" |
| Crossover Frequency |
200hZ and 2000HZ |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
front |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
186.0mm (7.3") |
180.0mm (7.1") |
| Width |
545.0mm (21.5") |
501.0mm (19.7") |
| Depth |
294.0mm (11.6") |
326.0mm (12.8") |
| Weight |
11.70kg (25.7lbs) |
0.00kg (0lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Available Colors |
Black |
White |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |