In this review, we will be comparing Concord and Debut 2.0 F6.2, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from KLH and ELAC. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of KLH Concord and ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the KLH Concord and ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 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
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Concord is a 2-way design whereas the Debut 2.0 F6.2 is a 3-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 |
KLH Concord |
ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 6.5-inch |
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
Concord features a 1" anodized aluminum Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, the Debut 2.0 F6.2 features a 1" silk dome with wide-dispersion waveguide Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Woven Aramid-Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 90Hz and 2200Hz.
Frequency Response
Concord has a frequency range of 28-23k Hz whereas Debut 2.0 F6.2 has a frequency range of 39-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the Concord can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Debut 2.0 F6.2's min frequency of 39Hz.
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
Concord is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Debut 2.0 F6.2 which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Concord sensitivity is rated at 94 dB and the Debut 2.0 F6.2's is rated at 87 dB. This 7 dB difference makes the KLH Concord a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2, 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.
Concord can handle a max power of 140 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Concord has a max power handling value of watts RMS , 140 watts less than the Debut 2.0 F6.2.
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
Concord features 5-Way post type posts and Debut 2.0 F6.2 has a 5-Way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
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 KLH Concord's and ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2's external dimensions. KLH Concord has external dimensions of 1026.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm ( 40-3/8 x 8-5/16 x 14-15/16inch) whereas ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 has external dimensions of 1126.0 x 207.0 x 296.0mm ( 44-5/16 x 8-1/8 x 11-5/8inch) .
ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 is 5mm narrower and 84mm less deeper than KLH Concord but it is also 100mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of KLH Concord and ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 in scale.
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 KLH Concord is approximately 805.6cm2 / 124.9inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 is approximately 612.7cm2 / 95.0inch2. The Concord requires 31% more surface area than the Debut 2.0 F6.2 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 KLH Concord weighs 20.45kg / 45lbs and the ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 weighs 19.95kg / 43.9lbs. This makes the Concord 3% heavier than the Debut 2.0 F6.2.
Here is a comparison of how Concord and Debut 2.0 F6.2'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 KLH Concord?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Concord:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Spike feet (w/ locking nut attached)4 Protective discs4 Rubber feetPort plugManualATTENTION! note
What's in the Box of ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2?
Here are the items that come with the Debut 2.0 F6.2:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Spikes (hex-nuts attached)Operating Instructions
Sensitivity |
94 dB
vs
87 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
Low Frequency Response |
28 Hz
vs
39 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
Height |
1026mm
vs
1126mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Price per pair* |
1000USD
vs
1060USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
23k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Optional
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
Base Surface Area |
612cm2 (207x296mm)
vs
805cm2 (212x380mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
General |
KLH Concord |
ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 |
Brand |
KLH |
ELAC |
Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
up to 225 watts |
up to 140 watts |
Sensitivity |
94 dB |
87 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
6 ohms |
Frequency Response |
28-23k Hz |
39-35k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
Woofer Composition |
Kevlar |
Woven Aramid-Fiber |
Woofer Surround Material |
Butyl Rubber |
Rubber |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
Tweeter Type |
n/a |
dome with wide-dispersion waveguide |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
6.5" |
Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
90Hz and 2200Hz |
Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
1026.0mm (40.4") |
1126.0mm (44.3") |
Width |
212.0mm (8.3") |
207.0mm (8.1") |
Depth |
380.0mm (15") |
296.0mm (11.7") |
Weight |
20.45kg (45lbs) |
19.95kg (43.9lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Vinyl |
Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
10 Years |
3 Years |
Labor Warranty |
10 Years |
3 Years |