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ELAC DBR62

Name: ELAC DBR62
Brand: ELAC
SKU: dbr62
Rating: 91 (36 reviews)

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Specifications 35 reviews & sources

91/100

Deliciously Crispy

Sound Quality

90/100

Build Quality

93/100

Value for Money

91/100

The ELAC DBR62 delivers transparent midrange, precise imaging and a gently warm, cohesive balance. What Hi-Fi? admired its nuanced vocals and seamless driver integration, while Future Audiophile praised its lifelike voices and spacious presentation. Solid cabinetry and satisfyingly weighty bass make this a refined standmount for long, involving listening.

Pros

Clean, nuanced and natural midrange brings vocals and instrumental texture to life.

Strong imaging and seamless driver integration create an open, focused stereo picture.

Solid, well-braced cabinet construction helps minimise resonance and supports a clean presentation.

Cons

Rhythmic drive and dynamic punch can feel restrained with hard-hitting music.

Needs careful partnering and space from the rear wall to avoid a congested, less balanced sound.

Deep-bass output is limited by the compact cabinet; a subwoofer is advisable for full low-frequency weight.

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What Reviewers Are Saying

"This speaker is probably the best example of the epitome of a good speaker."

— Erin's Audio Corner

"These speakers imagine like few others in their class or price range."

— Future Audiophile

"It gives you all of the sound stage that the debut b6 gave you all of the clarity and imaging that the elac unified b5 gives you while being fun while being dynamic."

— Cheap Audio Man

"It’s a more grown-up, more refined, bigger, more competent sounding speaker."

— Audiophiliac

"The mid-range texture I listed as a pro as well because it was damn good."

— Nemo Propaganda

"It’s like having a tower that’s not a tower."

— Cheap Audio Man

"It is a really really good all-around speaker."

— Zero Fidelity

"The mid-range is arguably going to be the star to show."

— Zero Fidelity

"It is a good all-rounder for any type of music."

— Jay's Iyagi

"When you pair them with the right electronics they more than hold their own."

— Andrew Robinson

"The Reference version looks very nice."

— Alpha Audio

"These are more cerebral performers that are more concerned with dotting the ‘i’s than having a party."

— What Hi-Fi

SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 90/100

The DBR62 is widely praised for its clear, slightly warm and highly cohesive presentation. Its particular strengths are natural midrange expression and precise imaging, while bass depth, treble behavior and large-scale excitement depend somewhat on room placement, partnering electronics and listening level.

Bass

89/100

For a ported 6.5-inch standmount, reviewers find the bass unusually full, warm, clean and well controlled, with convincing punch and texture. It does not deliver the lowest octave at substantial level, however, and several reviewers still recommend a subwoofer for genuinely deep bass or the most demanding material.

Mid

93/100

The midrange is a standout, described as clean, transparent, delicate and naturally warm without becoming overly forward. Vocals, instrumental timbre and fine texture earn repeated praise, though Erin's Audio Corner heard a slight reduction in presence around 1-2kHz compared with some rivals.

Treble

89/100

Most reviewers hear an extended, detailed and refined top end that provides air and clarity without routine fatigue. There are some setup- and recording-dependent caveats: Erin's Audio Corner found a small on-axis emphasis around 4-5kHz, while Andrew Robinson noted occasional sibilance and fizz at higher levels.

Soundstage Imaging

92/100

Imaging is repeatedly singled out as a major strength, with stable center focus, strong separation, depth and an ability to disappear from the room. Slight toe-in or toe-out can tailor the presentation, and What Hi-Fi? advises keeping the speakers clear of the rear wall to avoid a more congested, less open sound.

Dynamics

86/100

Several reviewers report that the DBR62 plays loudly with composure and gains energy as volume rises, particularly with a capable amplifier. Its limitation is rhythmic drive and dramatic impact: What Hi-Fi? found hard-hitting music somewhat subdued, and other reviewers note a preferred operating window rather than effortless excitement at every level.

Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.

Build Quality

93/100

Reviewers consistently describe the cabinet as dense, solid, well braced and notably inert for the price, with reduced resonance compared with earlier Debut models. Finish quality, the cast-aluminium woofer chassis and smart two-tone styling also receive strong praise; Zero Fidelity considers the cabinet competitive with considerably pricier standmounts.

Value for Money

91/100

At the widely reviewed $600-$699-per-pair pricing, the DBR62 is repeatedly called exceptionally capable, difficult to beat and among the strongest all-round options in its class. The supplied $799 price is higher than much of the review coverage, and Andrew Robinson notes that it can make a full budget system harder to assemble, but he still considers the upgrade over the standard Debut range worthwhile with suitable amplification.

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Specifications

Height × Width × Depth: 359 × 208 × 275 mm
Weight: 8.2 Kg
Enclosure Type: 2-Way Bass Reflex
Frequency Response: 44Hz- 35000Hz
Nominal Impedance: 6 Ω
Sensitivity: 86dB @ 2.83v/1m
Crossover Frequency: 2200Hz
Max Power Input: 120 Watts
Tweeter: 1” Soft Dome
Woofer: 6-1/2” Aramid Fiber
Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
Port: Dual Flared
Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
Cabinet Finish: White Baffle / Oak Cabinet or Black Baffle / Walnut Cabinet

Manufacturer's Description — ELAC

ELAC Debut Reference Bookshelf Speaker– DBR62

Introducing the ELAC Debut Reference Bookshelf Speakers—an embodiment of audio sophistication and precision engineering. These speakers redefine the benchmarks of sonic excellence, combining cutting-edge technology with meticulous craftsmanship. Designed to deliver an immersive and detailed listening experience, the Debut Reference Bookshelf Speakers encapsulate the essence of premium audio performance in a compact and stylish form factor. Get ready to explore a new dimension of sound reproduction, where every note and every detail come to life with remarkable clarity and depth.

Improved High Frequency Response

An innovative waveguide, coupled with a redesigned, more open grill design, improves the upper high frequency response of the Debut Reference’s 1” soft-dome tweeter.

Full Perimeter Bracing

A newly implemented full perimeter brace, connecting the top, bottom, and side panels, effectively reduces cabinet vibrations, resulting in minimized audio coloration within the cabinet.

Cast Chassis Woofer

The recently developed cast chassis woofer enhances stiffness, reinforcing the front baffle and effectively minimizing resonances within the chassis and cabinet. Paired with our custom aramid cone that offers even greater stiffness and damping, far superior to polypropylene or paper.

Dual Flared Slot Port

The newly introduced dual flared slot vent enables enhanced bass dynamics by delivering higher bass output with reduced noise levels.

Premium Finishes

Debut Reference showcases premium finishes, offering a Walnut cabinet paired with a black painted front baffle, or an Oak cabinet complemented by a white painted front baffle ensuring these speakers blend seamlessly into any home decor, making a statement without taking up unnecessary space.

Debut Reference

Design

Debut Reference

Line Up

Cabinet

Enhanced Bracing

Tweeter

Soft Dome

Cast Woofer

Aramid Fiber

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The Music Room — online and in-store — Erie, Colorado, United States (website)
A Tube High Fidelity — online and in-store — Almere, Flevoland, Netherlands (website)
ABSOLUTE ADOBE — in-store — Port Erin, Port Erin, United Kingdom (website)
Accessories 4 less — online and in-store — Apopka, Florida, United States (website)
Acoustic Sound Design — online and in-store — Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (website)
Acoustic Sounds — online and in-store — Salina, Kansas, United States (website)
Acoustica — online and in-store — Chester, England, United Kingdom (website)
Addicted to Audio — online and in-store — Epping, Victoria, Australia (website)
Adorama — in-store — New York, New York, United States (website)
Alpha High End — online and in-store — Brasschaat, Vlaams Gewest, Belgium (website)