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Q Acoustics 3010c vs ELAC Debut DCB41 Comparison

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Q Acoustics 3010c

Passive Bookshelf | 60-30k Hz

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Q Acoustics 3010c vs ELAC Debut DCB41 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing 3010c and Debut ConneX DCB41, two Bookshelf speakers from Q Acoustics and ELAC. The main difference between these two speakers is that the ELAC Debut DCB41 is a Powered speaker which means that it has a built-in amplifier inside the speaker body so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp whereas the Q Acoustics 3010c is a Passive speaker so has to be matched with an amplifier to get any sound from it.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Q Acoustics 3010c and ELAC Debut DCB41 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Q Acoustics 3010c Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 0.9" decoupled Tweeter
  • 4" Coated paper Woofer
  • 60-30k Hz Frequency Response
  • 85 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:15-80watts
  • Weight:4.40kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 254.0" x 6.1" x 9.9"( 254 x 155 x 251 mm )

ELAC Debut DCB41 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 100-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 0.75" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 4.5" Polypropylene Woofer
  • 66-25k Hz Frequency Response
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 96 kHZ Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • Weight:2.90kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 249.0" x 5.5625" x 9.4375"( 249 x 141 x 240mm )

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Q Acoustics 3010c 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.


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Drivers

Both 3010c and Debut ConneX DCB41 are 2-way speakers.

Driver Q Acoustics 3010c ELAC Debut DCB41
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 0.9-inch 0.75-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 4-inch 1 x 4.5-inch

3010c features a 0.9" decoupled Tweeter and 1 x 4" Coated paper Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3100Hz . 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

3010c has a frequency range of 60-30k Hz whereas Debut ConneX DCB41 has a frequency range of 66-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 60Hz, the 3010c can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Debut ConneX DCB41's min frequency of 66Hz.

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

3010c
Debut ConneX DCB41
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Q Acoustics 3010c
ELAC Debut DCB41
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.

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 Q Acoustics 3010c's and ELAC Debut DCB41's external dimensions. Q Acoustics 3010c has external dimensions of 254 x 155 x 251 mm ( 10.0 x 6.1 x 9.9 in) whereas ELAC Debut DCB41 has external dimensions of 249 x 141 x 240mm ( 9.8125inch x 5.5625inch x 9.4375inch ) .

Q Acoustics 3010c is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 14mm wider, 5mm taller and 11mm deeper than ELAC Debut DCB41.

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 Q Acoustics 3010c is approximately 389.1cm2 / 60.3inch2 and base area of the ELAC Debut DCB41 is approximately 338.4cm2 / 52.5inch2. The 3010c requires 15% more surface area than the Debut ConneX DCB41 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

What's in the Box of Q Acoustics 3010c?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 3010c:
  • 2 x 3010c bookshelf speakers
  • 2 x Foam Bungs
  • 2 x Speaker Grilles
  • 1 x User Manual
  • 1 x Handling Gloves
  • 8 x Rubber Speaker Grips
  • What's in the Box of ELAC Debut DCB41?

    Here are the items that come with the Debut ConneX DCB41:
  • Powered speaker
  • Passive speaker
  • 2 Grilles
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • 2

  • Reasons to choose Q Acoustics 3010c over ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41
    Low Frequency Response 60 Hz vs 66 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 30k Hz vs 25k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Price per pair* 399USD vs 599USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41 over Q Acoustics 3010c

    Speaker Type Powered vs Passive Built-in amplifier
    Woofer Size 4.5 inches vs 4 inches Larger woofer
    Height 249mm vs 254mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 338cm2 vs 389cm2 Takes less floor space
    Q Acoustics 3010c vs ELAC Debut DCB41 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Q Acoustics 3010c ELAC Debut ConneX DCB41
    Brand Q Acoustics ELAC
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
    Sensitivity 85 dB n/a
    Impedance 6 ohms n/a
    Impedance 3.7 ohms n/a
    Frequency Response 60-30k Hz 66-25k Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) n/a 100-watt RMS
    Max Bit Depth n/a 24-bit
    Max Sample Rate n/a 96 kHZ
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 4" 4.5"
    Woofer Composition Coated paper Polypropylene
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber n/a
    Tweeter Size 0.9" 0.75"
    Tweeter Type decoupled Soft-Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency 3100Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear n/a
    Physical Specs
    Height 254.0mm (10") 249.0mm (9.8")
    Width 155.0mm (6.1") 141.0mm (5.6")
    Depth 251.0mm (9.9") 240.0mm (9.4")
    Weight 4.40kg (9.7lbs) 2.90kg (6.4lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Available Colors Walnut, Black, White, Oak Black,Walnut,Royal Blue
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No n/a
    Aux Inputs n/a No
    USB Port n/a USB-B
    Phone Input n/a No
    Subwoofer Output n/a mono-RCA
    Digital Input n/a Optical, HDMI
    HDMI Input n/a ARC
    Headphone Jack n/a No
    Ethernet Port n/a No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 4 Years 1 Year
    Labor Warranty 4 Years 1 Year

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