In this review, we will be comparing UBR62 and DBR62, two Passive Bookshelf speakers by ELAC
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" soft dome Tweeter
- 4" Midrange
- 6.5" Aluminum Woofer
- 41-35k Hz Frequency Response
- 85 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:up to 140watts
- Weight:10.70kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 359.0" x 8-1/4" x 13-1/16"( 359.0 x 210.0 x 332.0mm )
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 )
What size room are the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 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 Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 |
ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 |
| 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 Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 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
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that UBR62 is a 3-way design whereas the DBR62 is a 2-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
| Driver |
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 |
ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 4-inch |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
UBR62 features a 1" soft dome Tweeter , a 4" Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Aluminum Woofer . On the other hand, the DBR62 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Aramid fiber Woofer .
Frequency Response
UBR62 has a frequency range of 41-35k Hz whereas DBR62 has a frequency range of 44-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 41Hz, the UBR62 can go slightly deeper then 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
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf 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
UBR62 and DBR62 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. UBR62 sensitivity is rated at 85 dB and the DBR62's is at 86 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62, 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.
UBR62 can handle a max power of 140 watts RMS from the amp the whereas DBR62 has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS, 20 watts less than the UBR62.
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
UBR62 features Binding 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 Uni-Fi Ref UBR62's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
ELAC Debut Ref DBR62'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 Uni-Fi Ref UBR62's and ELAC Debut Ref DBR62's external dimensions. ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 has external dimensions of 359.0 x 210.0 x 332.0mm ( 14-1/8 x 8-1/4 x 13-1/16inch) whereas 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) .
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 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 Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 is approximately 697.2cm2 / 108.1inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 is approximately 581.7cm2 / 90.2inch2. The UBR62 requires 20% more surface area than the DBR62 which gives it a small disadvantage 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 Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 on a Media Console
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 Ref UBR62 weighs 10.70kg / 23.5lbs and the ELAC Debut Ref DBR62 weighs 8.23kg / 18.1lbs. This makes the UBR62 30% heavier than the DBR62.
Here is a comparison of how UBR62 and DBR62's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of UBR62:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grilles4 Jumper-bars (pre-installed)Operating Instructions
What's in the Box of ELAC Debut Ref DBR62?
Here are the items that come with the DBR62:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Grilles Operating Instructions
 Max Input Power |
140 watts
vs
120 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
 Low Frequency Response |
41 Hz
vs
44 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Height |
359mm
vs
362mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Sensitivity |
86 dB
vs
85 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Base Surface Area |
581cm2
vs
697cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
700USD
vs
1200USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UBR62 |
ELAC Debut Reference DBR62 |
| Brand |
ELAC |
ELAC |
| Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
| Power Range |
up to 140 watts |
up to 120 watts |
| Sensitivity |
85 dB |
86 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
41-35k Hz |
44-35k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Aramid fiber |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
soft dome |
Soft-Dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
4" |
No |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
359.0mm (14.1") |
362.0mm (14.3") |
| Width |
210.0mm (8.3") |
210.0mm (8.3") |
| Depth |
332.0mm (13.1") |
277.0mm (10.9") |
| Weight |
10.70kg (23.5lbs) |
8.23kg (18.1lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Satin Black with Walnut Sides, Satin White with Oak Sides |
White Baffle / Oak Cabinet, Black Baffle / Walnut Cabinet |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Recommended Stand Height |
22-24" |
24-26" |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |