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Reddit mentions of Elac Debut 2.0 F5.2 Floorstanding Speaker, Black (Each)
Sentiment score: 3
Reddit mentions: 5
We found 5 Reddit mentions of Elac Debut 2.0 F5.2 Floorstanding Speaker, Black (Each). Here are the top ones.
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- Easy-to-drive 6-Ohm nominal impedance - Compatible with nearly all AV receivers and stereo amplifiers
- Dual 5-1/4" woven aramid fiber bass drivers, 5-1/4" Mid-range and 1" soft-dome tweeter delivers deep impactful bass and smooth extended highs for both movies and music.
- New, larger cabinets
- 42Hz - 35kHz frequency response - Ensures a wide range of accurately reproduced sound.
- Thick MDF cabinet with internal bracing - The speaker cabinet has specially designed internal bracing reducing unwanted cabinet vibration.
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 40 Inches |
| Length | 9.3 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | March 2018 |
| Weight | 34.39 Pounds |
| Width | 7.1 Inches |
Elac Debut 2.0 F5.2 Floorstanding Speaker, Black ($240 Each)
Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B4WFWZF/ref=cm\_sw\_em\_r\_mt\_dp\_U\_zT3FDb1VN6GD5
Why not Wharfedale towers?
No on the RBH unless going Elite, I tried the Bookshelf version and was not impressed, RBH said the Elite were head and shoulders better, though I have not tried them. SVS maybe for 50/50 music and movies.
I love my Ascends. Best neutral, flat frequency response budget audiophile speakers I have found for the price. Check out the large bookshelf/tower hybrid Ascend CMT-340 with the TP-24 tower like bases. $765 shipped. 30 day in home trial.
Other internet direct: Chane A5.4, Aperion Intimus 5T (free ship and returns baked into the price) or even HTD Level Three for the WAF ($25 shipping and free returns on first order). 30 day in home trials.
Monitor Audio Bronze 5
ELAC sale, F5.2 or F6.2
https://www.amazon.com/Fluance-XL7FBK-Performance-Floorstanding-Loudspeakers/dp/
B01J67V2EU
https://www.amazon.com/Fluance-Signature-Three-Way-Floorstanding-HFF/dp/B019YBHOOA
https://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-Signature-S55-American/dp/B01LWB2LIX/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=polk+s55&qid=1568586633&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/Elac-Debut-Floorstanding-Speaker-Black/dp/B07B4WFWZF/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=elac+tower&qid=1568586669&sr=8-5
https://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-TSi300-Speaker-Drivers/dp/B014G1VD86/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=polk+tsi300&qid=1568586735&sr=8-4
I recommend spending most of your budget on speakers. Honestly, I would skip a subwoofer for now and add one later when you have some more money.
First, let's start out with an amplifier.
This Onkyo would be a fantastic option. However, if you want to save some money here, something like this Sony receiver would also do the trick. It won't sound as good, and only has spring clips (which is mildly annoying when setting it up, but then doesn't affect it after), but will be able to do everything you want.
Another option would be to get separates. This Cambridge Amplifier just got replaced by a newer model, so instead of $200 it is now $100. That with a Schiit Phono preamp would be nice.
I, personally, wouldn't get a subwoofer here. But that's just me. You could get a Dayton SUB1200 (wow also on sale. They're usually $150) but it won't exactly give you good bass. You also mentioned you'll be turning it up in a living room. I have that sub and it struggles quite a bit if you're turning it up. Going up from there, you're looking at an HSU sub for $400 (and it will definitely do what you want), but that's half your budget. Anyways, I would get the speakers first, and decide on the sub after. If you decide you really need it, you can go ahead and get the Dayton. If not, save up for that HSU.
Telling you what speakers to get is extremely hard. You should try to find somewhere to listen in person. They'll all sound different and I don't know what you'll like. I'll list some popular ones for you though, around $500-600ish bucks will probably work for now.
Klipsch R-620F. I had the bookshelf version of them for a while and I liked them quite a bit. They're on the bright side of neutral, meaning the top end will be a bit louder than the lows. They're really easy to drive (meaning they'll get loud easily) and they have quick and punchy bass, assuming they sound like the bookshelf speakers.
The Klipsch RP-4000F are the next line up in speakers from the ones I just listed, however they are a bit smaller with 4" woofers instead of 6.5" woofers. Again, I've only heard the bookshelf version, but they were much better than the bookshelf version of the others. More of a neutral sound, and just cleaner all around. You'll lose some volume, but it shouldn't be a problem.
Polk Signature towers. I've heard them and I thought they were a bit thin, but people seem to like them, so maybe I don't remember right or something.
Q Acoustics are popular. I haven't heard any so I can't help with these.
Elac towers are fantastic. Very neutral response, with a good amount of bass and a very good midrange. These are a bit harder to drive but will get loud if you give them power.
JBL Stage A170 are supposed to be good. Steve Guttenberg has a good video on them. I've never heard them so I can't help you out there either.
My personal choice would probably be these from Ascend. They're just big bookshelves that you can get some stands for. They're neutral, and actually don't have a ton of bass, but the midrange is extremely punchy and nice. All around a fantastic speaker.
One more that would be at the top of my list is the Tekton Mini Lore. I haven't heard them, but Tekton is doing great things. I'm sure they're great.
Also, you'll need speaker wire
That's a good place to start. Let me know if you have any questions!
Towers: Elac Debut 2.0 F5.2 Floorstanding Speaker, Black (Each) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B4WFWZF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_HErEDbGAYX4G1
These would be much better than the Polk towers (and they're on sale). Also they image so well you won't need a center channel speaker.
The ATLP120 is good.