In this review, we will be comparing UFR52 and RP-6000F, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from ELAC and Klipsch. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52 and Klipsch RP-6000F first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52 and Klipsch RP-6000F 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 Ref UFR52 and Klipsch RP-6000F 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 UFR52 is a 3-way design whereas the RP-6000F 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 UFR52 |
Klipsch RP-6000F |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 4-inch |
- |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 5.25-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
UFR52 features a 1" soft dome Tweeter , a 4" Midrange and 3 x 5.25" Aluminum Woofer . On the other hand, the RP-6000F features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Cerametallic Woofer .
Frequency Response
UFR52 has a frequency range of 40-35k Hz whereas RP-6000F has a frequency range of 34-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 34Hz, the RP-6000F can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the UFR52's min frequency of 40Hz.
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 Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing 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
UFR52 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the RP-6000F which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. UFR52 sensitivity is rated at 86 dB and the RP-6000F's is rated at 97 dB. This 11 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-6000F a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing 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.
UFR52 can handle a max power of 140 watts RMS from the amp the whereas RP-6000F has a max power handling value of 125 watts RMS, 15 watts less than the UFR52.
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
Both UFR52 and RP-6000F features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Klipsch RP-6000F's Post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52 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 Ref UFR52's and Klipsch RP-6000F's external dimensions. ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52 has external dimensions of 1005.0 x 235.0 x 339.0mm ( 39-9/16 x 9-1/4 x 13-5/16inch) whereas Klipsch RP-6000F has external dimensions of 1010.0 x 237.0 x 432.0mm ( 39-3/4 x 9-5/16 x 17inch) .
Klipsch RP-6000F is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 2mm wider, 5mm taller and 93mm deeper than ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52 and Klipsch RP-6000F in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52 and Klipsch RP-6000F 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 UFR52 is approximately 796.7cm2 / 123.5inch2 and base area of the Klipsch RP-6000F is approximately 1023.8cm2 / 158.7inch2. The UFR52 requires 22% less surface area than the RP-6000F 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 Ref UFR52 weighs 23.80kg / 52.4lbs and the Klipsch RP-6000F weighs 22.27kg / 49lbs. This makes the UFR52 7% heavier than the RP-6000F.
Here is a comparison of how UFR52 and RP-6000F's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UFR52?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of UFR52:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille2 Jumper-bars (pre-installed)2 Stabilizer-bars4 Spike feet4 Protective discs4 Knobs6 Machine screwsHex-keyOperating Instructions
What's in the Box of Klipsch RP-6000F?
Here are the items that come with the RP-6000F:
Floorstanding loudspeakerStabilizer feet (installed)Grille (installed)2 Terminal jumpers (installed)User ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
 Max Input Power |
140 watts
vs
125 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
 Number of Woofers |
3
vs
2
|
More woofers |
 High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
1005mm
vs
1010mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
796cm2 (235x339mm)
vs
1023cm2 (237x432mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Sensitivity |
97 dB
vs
86 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
| Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
5.25 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
34 Hz
vs
40 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Price per pair* |
1378USD
vs
2400USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UFR52 |
Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-6000F |
| Brand |
ELAC |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 140 watts |
up to 125 watts |
| Sensitivity |
86 dB |
97 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
40-35k Hz |
34-25k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
5.25" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Cerametallic |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
soft dome |
Tractrix Horn |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
4" |
No |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1005.0mm (39.6") |
1010.0mm (39.8") |
| Width |
235.0mm (9.3") |
237.0mm (9.3") |
| Depth |
339.0mm (13.3") |
432.0mm (17") |
| Weight |
23.80kg (52.4lbs) |
22.27kg (49lbs) |
| 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 |
Walnut, Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
5 Years |