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GoldenEar Aon 3 vs ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Comparison

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Passive Bookshelf | 38-35k Hz

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GoldenEar Aon 3 vs ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor and Debut 2.0 B6.2, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from GoldenEar and ELAC.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of GoldenEar Aon 3 and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

GoldenEar Aon 3 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • " Folded Ribbon Tweeter
  • 7" Polypropylene Woofer
  • 38-35k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:10-250watts
  • Weight:6.82kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 356.0" x 9" x 11-1/16"( 356.0 x 229.0 x 281.0mm )

ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber Woofer
  • 44-35k Hz Frequency Response
  • 87 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:up to 120watts
  • Weight:7.40kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 375.0" x 7-3/4" x 11-5/16"( 375.0 x 195.0 x 268.0mm )

What size room are the GoldenEar Aon 3 and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 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* GoldenEar Aon 3 ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Poor Average
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Good Average
Very Large Room Average 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 GoldenEar Aon 3 and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 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 Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor and Debut 2.0 B6.2 are 2-way speakers.

Driver GoldenEar Aon 3 ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter -inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 7-inch 1 x 6.5-inch

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor features a " Folded Ribbon Tweeter and 1 x 7" Polypropylene Woofer . On the other hand, the Debut 2.0 B6.2 features a 1" Cloth Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2200Hz.

Frequency Response

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor has a frequency range of 38-35k Hz whereas Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a frequency range of 44-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 38Hz, the Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Debut 2.0 B6.2'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

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor
Debut 2.0 B6.2
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

GoldenEar Aon 3
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
Min
Average
Max

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

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Debut 2.0 B6.2 which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.

These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Debut 2.0 B6.2's is rated at 87 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the GoldenEar Aon 3 a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor
Debut 2.0 B6.2
Min
Average
Max

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.

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor can handle a max power of 250 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS, 130 watts less than the Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor.

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

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor features 5-Way post type posts and Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a 5-Way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

GoldenEar Aon 3 Terminals
GoldenEar Aon 3's 5-way post terminals

ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.25-Way post Terminals
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2's 5-Way post terminals

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor has a rear firing port whereas Debut 2.0 B6.2 has a front firing ports. ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to GoldenEar Aon 3 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 GoldenEar Aon 3's and ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2's external dimensions. GoldenEar Aon 3 has external dimensions of 356.0 x 229.0 x 281.0mm ( 14 x 9 x 11-1/16inch) whereas ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 has external dimensions of 375.0 x 195.0 x 268.0mm ( 14.7 x 7.6 x 10.5inch) .

ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 is 34mm narrower and 13mm less deeper than GoldenEar Aon 3 but it is also 19mm taller.

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 GoldenEar Aon 3 is approximately 643.5cm2 / 99.7inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 is approximately 522.6cm2 / 81.0inch2. The Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor requires 23% more surface area than the Debut 2.0 B6.2 which gives it a small disadvantage 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 GoldenEar Aon 3 weighs 6.82kg / 15lbs and the ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 weighs 7.40kg / 16.3lbs. This makes the Debut 2.0 B6.2 9% heavier than the Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor.

Here is a comparison of how Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor and Debut 2.0 B6.2's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
GoldenEar Aon 3
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of GoldenEar Aon 3?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Aon 3 Bookshelf Monitor:
  • Bookshelf loudspeaker Key-hole hanger 2 Screws Owner's Manual
  • What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2?

    Here are the items that come with the Debut 2.0 B6.2:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • Operating Instructions

  • Reasons to choose GoldenEar Aon 3 over ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
    Max Input Power 250 watts vs 120 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Sensitivity 90 dB vs 87 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Nominal Impedance 8 ohms vs 6 ohms Less selective with amplifiers
    Woofer Size 7 inches vs 6.5 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 38 Hz vs 44 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Mounting Bracket Yes vs No Allows mounting on walls
    Passive Radiator two 8-inch side-mounted vs None Increases the bass performance
    Height 356mm vs 375mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

    Reasons to choose ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 over GoldenEar Aon 3

    Port Position Front vs Rear Gives more flexibility placing close to walls
    Base Surface Area 522cm2 vs 643cm2 Takes less floor space
    GoldenEar Aon 3 vs ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General GoldenEar Aon 3 ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
    Brand GoldenEar ELAC
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Power Range 10-250 watts up to 120 watts
    Sensitivity 90 dB 87 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 6 ohms
    Frequency Response 38-35k Hz 44-35k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 7" 6.5"
    Woofer Composition Polypropylene Woven Aramid-Fiber
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size - 1"
    Tweeter Type Folded Ribbon Soft-Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency n/a 2200Hz
    Firing Direction rear front
    Physical Specs
    Height 356.0mm (14") 375.0mm (14.8")
    Width 229.0mm (9") 195.0mm (7.7")
    Depth 281.0mm (11.1") 268.0mm (10.6")
    Weight 6.82kg (15lbs) 7.40kg (16.3lbs)
    Enclosure Acoustic Suspension Ported
    Finish MDF/Lacquer MDF/Vinyl
    Available Colors Black Black
    Mounting Bracket Yes No
    Recommended Stand Height 24-26" 24-28"
    Grille n/a Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 3 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 3 Years

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