In this review, we will be comparing ORA and Debut ConneX DCB41, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Kanto and ELAC. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Kanto ORA and ELAC Debut DCB41 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 Kanto ORA and ELAC Debut DCB41 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
Drivers
Both ORA and Debut ConneX DCB41 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Kanto ORA |
ELAC Debut DCB41 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
0.75-inch
|
0.75-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 3-inch
|
1 x 4.5-inch
|
ORA features a 0.75" Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 3" Paper Woofer . On the other hand, the Debut ConneX DCB41 features a 0.75" Fabric Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4.5" Polypropylene Woofer .
Frequency Response
ORA has a frequency range of 70-22k Hz whereas Debut ConneX DCB41 has a frequency range of 66-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 66Hz, the Debut ConneX DCB41 can go slightly deeper then the ORA's min frequency of 70Hz.
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.
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.
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 Kanto ORA's and ELAC Debut DCB41's external dimensions. Kanto ORA has external dimensions of 177.0 x 101.0 x 189.0mm ( 6.94inch x 3.94inch x 7.5inch ) whereas ELAC Debut DCB41 has external dimensions of 249 x 141 x 240mm ( 9.8125inch x 5.5625inch x 9.4375inch ) .
ELAC Debut DCB41 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 40mm wider, 72mm taller and 51mm deeper than Kanto ORA.
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 Kanto ORA is approximately 190.9cm2 / 29.6inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut DCB41 is approximately 338.4cm2 / 52.5inch2. The ORA requires 44% less surface area than the Debut ConneX DCB41 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Height 
Base Surface Area 
Price per pair* 
USB Port 
RCA Connection 
Woofer Size 
High Frequency Response 
Handheld Remote 
Digital Input 
HDMI Input