ELAC BS41-BK Passive Bookshelf Speakers, Black, 4"

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These changes aren't purely cosmetic – they make a real difference to performance. Dense instrumentation and complex rhythms pose no problem, as they deliver sound with precision and a cohesion that’s rare for this level. If I was looking to get some Elacs for strictly home theater, MAYBE 95% movies, 5% music, which direction should I look? I figure this would be the thread to ask. Yes, all passive speakers require an amplifier to operate. Unless your source device has a built-in amplifier, you will need to connect an amplifier to power the speakers. The amplifier provides the necessary power to drive the passive speakers and produce sound. 7. What are the benefits of passive speakers?

The Debut ConneX DCB41 is a slightly different beast to the other speakers here – it's a mini hi-fi setup in one. It comprises one powered speaker, and one more conventional passive unit, with the two linked by a speaker cable. The B5.2 are a big improvement on the original Elac B5 – in fact, almost everything about them has changed. The cabinet is taller, narrower and deeper, which makes them look more modern and less obtrusive. The 5.25cm mid/bass unit is new, while the bass reflex port has moved, and the tweeter has a new design too. They use a larger, 16.5cm version of their mid/bass unit, so you get the same blend of materials and the same reduced levels of distortion.They can handle a wide range of music too, with the dynamic expression, detail resolution and tonal sophistication to handle it all. And they'll last you, with enough stretch in their abilities to get better even when the rest of your system is upgraded – just make sure it's up to handling some of the best Elac speakers going. The What Hi-Fi?team has more than 100 years experience of reviewing, testing and writing about consumer electronics. We have state-of-the-art testing facilities in London and Bath, where our team of expert reviewers do all our in-house testing. This gives us complete control over the testing process, ensuring consistency.We always ensure we spend plenty of time with the speakers, trying them with different electronics, in different positions and with different music. All products are tested in comparison with rival products in the same category, and all review verdicts are agreed upon by the team as a whole rather than a single reviewer, helping to ensure consistency and avoid individual subjectivity. Build quality is pleasing, good and solid, and the speakers aren't overly fussy about placement, giving you plenty of options on where to put them.

And while they might look understated, they're solidly built and reassuringly well made. The bigger cabinets, aided by that sizeable reflex port, predictably offer a good deal more bass weight than the B5.2, but they still refuse to overstretch. They deliver an open and balanced sound that can reach high and deliver ample bass without issue.I'm surprised you say the Elacs have more bass than the DCMs, though I assume they can't go as loud overall. I bought the DCM TP160s intending they would to go to a friend in need of better speakers. However, I've been so pleased with them that I kept them. They have been great in my desktop system. Now, a pair of the Elacs is on the way to me and I hope to be surprised again. There are 3 physical mods you can make - one in particular is helpful to the way this speaker sounds when you turn it up to higher volumes. The other two are good, but more modest in their effects. Both of these involve improving the bass response; so along with the crossover mod, the bass / lower midrange is greatly improved, I think. Overall, the modifications together make sound quality improvements that I think are clear and obvious. Also, what are people's opinions on Front Height? Would the UB52's as FH paired with b5.2 (or b6.2) in the rear be a setup to achieve?

The company’s obsession with music started in 1948 with their first consumer audio product, which was a PW-1 record player. Since then ELAC has earned a fantastic reputation in the audio industry. Their main focus at the time was on pioneering the turntable technology and other electronics. This was proven to be a very successful strategy in the 1970s and 1980s as people who were into music were willing to invest in high-quality turntables. As is always the case when looking for a new pair of speakers, you'll want to consider how much you're willing to spend and whether you want to go for a standmounter or floorstanding model. I'm about to close on a new house and I'm looking to set up a second home theater in my basement. My current HT will be set up in my office (Polk ES20 LCR, Polk S15 surrounds, Polk PSW505, with a Denon AVR-x1400h), and I'm looking for an upgrade over that for the new setup.three models should be available by the time this article is published. What's Next for Andrew Jones? Passive speakers can be a great option depending on your specific needs. While active speakers may offer better value in terms of cost and convenience, passive speakers allow for more customization and flexibility in terms of components. They also make it easier to adjust and scale your setup over time. 2. Why do people use passive speakers?