ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by ELAC. It features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter, 1 x 5.25" Midrange and 2 x 5.25" Aramid fiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 38 to 38K Hz and a sensitivity of 87.5 dB. ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 has an MSRP of 899$ per pair but can often be found around 898$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
(* 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.)
ELAC replaced the older Debut 2.0 F5.2 with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 vs ELAC Debut 2.0 F5.2
ELAC's Debut 3.0 Series of Loudspeakers
Debut 3.0 DF53 is a member of ELAC's Debut 3.0 series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
ELAC Debut 3.0 Series Speakers
ELAC Debut 3.0 Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 Speaker
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 has a Frequency response range of 38 to 38K Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 30 - 150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 38 Hz, Debut 3.0 DF53 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Debut 3.0 DF53's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1000$ (Pair), these are the 4 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53's 38Hz:
Crossover frequency of the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53?
Debut 3.0 DF53 is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange set to 500Hz and the Crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 2100Hz.
Impedance and Sensitivity
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms but can go down to as low as
4.2 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
87.5 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
88dB of the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53:
Input Type
Debut 3.0 DF53 features 5-Way post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 Back View
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53's 5-Way post terminals
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 External Dimensions and Weight
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 40-9/16-inch x 8-11/16-inch x 11-5/8-inch (1031.0 x 221.0 x 296.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is approximately 654.2cm2 / 101.4inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
WeightThe ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 weighs 15.73kg / 34.6lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Debut 3.0 DF53's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1000
How does the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 compare to the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF63?
One of the natural alternative to the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is the Debut 3.0 DF63 which is located one step higher in ELAC's Passive Floor-standing selection.
Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:
Comparison image of ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 and ELAC Debut 3.0 DF63 Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 vs Debut 3.0 DF63 for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain Vinyl finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 Feet
Port Position
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 Port
Available colors
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 is available in Black and Walnut.
Does the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 come with a Grille?
Debut 3.0 DF53 comes with magnetic grilles in Black color choices. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Debut 3.0 DF53 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 with Grille
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 speaker:
Official Brochure for ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for ELAC Debut 3.0 DF53
Warranty
3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.