ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UCR52 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker designed by Andrew Jones for ELAC. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1" soft dome Tweeter, 1 x 4" Midrange and 2 x 5.25" aluminum Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 47-35k Hz and a sensitivity of 85 dB. ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 has an MSRP of 700$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 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 | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | 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.)
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 Lifestyle
ELAC's Uni-Fi Reference Series of Loudspeakers
Uni-Fi Reference UCR52 is a member of ELAC's Uni-Fi Reference series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
ELAC Uni-Fi Reference Series Speakers
ELAC Uni-Fi Reference Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 Speaker
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 has a Frequency response range of 47-35k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 140 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how Uni-Fi Reference UCR52's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms and has a sensitivity of
85 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UCR52 a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 85 dB, ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UCR52 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52:
Input Type
Uni-Fi Reference UCR52 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 Back View
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 External Dimensions and Weight
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7-3/8 x 20-7/8 x 13-1/16inch (188.0 x 531.0 x 332.0mm ).
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 Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 is approximately 1762.9cm2 / 273.2inch2.
WeightThe ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 weighs 13.20kg / 29lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Uni-Fi Reference UCR52's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $750
Cabinet type and Materials
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 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.
Port Position
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 is a front-firing port speaker , which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Available colors
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 is available in Satin Black with Walnut Sides and Satin White with Oak Sides.
Does the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 come with a Grille?
Uni-Fi Reference UCR52 comes with magnetic cloth grilles. 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.
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52 with Grille
What's in the Box of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Uni-Fi Reference UCR52:
Center-channel loudspeakerGrille2 Jumper-bars (pre-installed)Operating Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UCR52.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UCR52, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UCR52 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UCR52
Warranty
3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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