ELAC CFS507.2
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
91/100
Build Quality
95/100
Features Connectivity
80/100
Value for Money
70/100
ELAC’s CFS507.2 brings chest-deep bass, a wide, layered soundstage and strikingly natural tone to serious two-channel listening. Jim Clements found its acoustic detail, vocal realism and rhythmic drive especially persuasive, while the immaculate cabinetry and clean high-level dynamics give this ambitious floorstander genuine high-end presence without requiring a subwoofer.
Pros
Deep, clean and extended bass with enough authority to make a subwoofer unnecessary.
Natural, tactile reproduction of voices and acoustic instruments, supported by a wide, deep soundstage.
Excellent build quality and immaculate gloss finish.
Plays loudly and cleanly with strong dynamics and engaging rhythmic pace.
Cons
Bass can be overly generous without careful placement and the supplied spikes; longer spikes would offer finer low-frequency tuning.
Demanding load benefits from a powerful solid-state amplifier; a lower-powered integrated was not an ideal match in review.
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SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 91/100
Bass
92/100
No reviews or driver specs were provided. Given ELAC's reputation and the very high price point (15,398), I infer a large, well-engineered tower with substantial woofer complement and roomy cabinet, supporting strong extension and authority. Score placed in the 'Large tower' typical/excellent band (88-94) conservatively.
Mid
92/100
With no specific measurements or listening reports available, the midrange score is inferred from brand pedigree and high-end positioning—expect detailed, coherent timbre and strong vocal presence. Assumes careful crossover tuning typical of ELAC's premium models.
Treble
90/100
Absent reviewer comments, treble is estimated as refined and extended but not overly bright, consistent with premium ELAC designs. Score reflects likely good detail and air while avoiding harshness.
Soundstage Imaging
91/100
No direct imaging measurements; inferred from probable high-end driver and cabinet implementation to yield wide, layered staging and stable images. High price/segment suggests careful driver integration and imaging performance.
Dynamics
90/100
In the absence of listening notes, dynamics are estimated strong (good micro/macro dynamics and headroom) based on the product's premium positioning and likely quality components. Conservatively avoids assuming reference-level slam without explicit claims.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
95/100
High price strongly implies premium cabinetry, internal bracing, high-quality drivers and crossover components. Score reflects expected excellent materials/finish and engineering typical of a high-end ELAC model.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive tower baseline applied (no reviews/specs indicating DSP or active features). Default passive baseline score of 80 used; no adjustments possible without info on terminals or fitted hardware.
Value for Money
70/100
At a price of 15,398 (currency unspecified) value is hard to judge without reviewer comparisons. Given the steep price, score is conservative: likely excellent performance but expensive, so value is moderate unless reviewers specifically praise price-to-performance.
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Specifications
Manufacturer's Description — ELAC
Concentro 2.0 S507.2 Floorstanding Speaker
FLAGSHIP PERFORMANCE
Reference Sound, Reimagined
The Concentro S507 combines ELAC’s advanced concentric driver technology with a sculptural cabinet engineered for extraordinary transparency, precision, and dynamic realism.
Its seamless driver integration and meticulously controlled acoustics create an immersive listening experience with expansive imaging, effortless detail, and lifelike musical scale.
FLAGSHIP PERFORMANCE
Reference Sound, Reimagined
The Concentro S507 combines ELAC’s advanced concentric driver technology with a sculptural cabinet engineered for extraordinary transparency, precision, and dynamic realism.
Its seamless driver integration and meticulously controlled acoustics create an immersive listening experience with expansive imaging, effortless detail, and lifelike musical scale.
CONCENTRO S 507
Flagship Scale. Pure Concentro Performance.
Designed as the commanding floorstanding expression of the Concentro S family, the S 507 combines exceptional scale, precision, and dynamic authority with the refined elegance of ELAC’s sculpted cabinet design.
JET 6 CONCENTRIC
Precision Through Integration
The JET 6 concentric driver combines ELAC’s renowned folded ribbon tweeter technology with a precisely integrated midrange architecture for exceptional coherence, speed, and transparency.
By aligning acoustic centers and controlling dispersion, Concentro S delivers a remarkably natural soundstage with extraordinary detail and focus.
CRYSTAL MEMBRANE DRIVER
Engineered Geometry. Natural Expression.
The distinctive crystal membrane geometry increases stiffness while helping control unwanted resonance, preserving clarity and composure throughout the driver’s operating range.
The result is sound that feels effortlessly detailed, dynamic, and remarkably controlled — revealing the music with precision and natural expression.
Architectural Elegance. Immersive Performance.
The S 507 brings together effortless dynamics, precise imaging, and sculptural form to create a listening experience defined by clarity, emotion, and presence.
SCULPTED IN MOTION
An Architectural Approach to Sound
Concentro S was designed as an object of visual and acoustic balance. Its tapered geometry, floating stance, and sculpted surfaces create a form that feels refined from every perspective.
Every proportion, angle, and surface serves a purpose. Nothing is decorative. Nothing is excessive.
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