Andrew Jones may not be a household name, but in the audio and speaker market he’s certainly renowned for his design and engineering which he’s now brought to the ELAC brand with the “Debut” series of speakers now available in Australia.
When you put quality brands and quality engineers and or designers together you’d normally push the price right up, which is why I was stunned to find the entry-level ELAC speakers hitting Australia at $499 for the pair.
Distributed here through Synergy Audio Visual the ELAC Debut series offer a refined yet elegant and almost understated design with a solid sound performance.
Here’s how Andrew Jones describes them : “ELAC Debut series delivers superior performance thanks to custom made key components, with no off-the-shelf parts. Unlike many more expensive speakers that mix parts-bin drivers, bare-bones crossovers and generic cabinets – every ELAC speaker is built from a clean-sheet design”
Philip Sawyer, Managing Director of Synergy Audio Visual here in Sydney says “We are excited to be bringing the ELAC Debut range to Australia – it will challenge consumers expectations about affordable loudspeakers forever. With a distinct look, unparalleled performance that rivals speakers which cost thousands of dollars more, high-end audio is no longer just for the audiophiles”
The speakers are made from a “lightweight, weather-resistant aramid fibre” and come in just one colour which should suit most Hi-Fi systems I’d think.
ELAC Debut subwoofer are able to be controlled from a smartphone via a Bluetooth connection and AutoEQ app allowing you to adjust the woofers’ EQ depending on the style and layout of your room.
There’s a range of speakers, from $499 up to $1699 – here’s the full range and pricing, as described by Synergy Audio Visual & ELAC:
Debut B5 Bookshelf Speaker – RRP $499
Winning The Absolute Sound Product of the Year, with an exceptional size to performance ratio and the best value in the world of affordable speakers, the Debut B5 offers sound that surpasses speakers costing many times more.
- 120-watt power input
- 5.25-inch woven aramid fibre woofer for a smoother, extended frequency response
- Custom made tweeter and bass driver for exceptional audio experience
- Custom designed tweeter waveguide to improve directivity control and shield from sound deflection
- 20cm (W) X 32.4cm (H) x 22.2cm (D)
Debut B6 Bookshelf Speaker – RRP $649
Taking the incredible B5 sound profile, the Debut B6 adds extra bass and dynamic range, offering critical music listeners a superb bookshelf speaker that packs real performance and punch.
- 120-watt power input
- 6.5-inch woven aramid fibre woofer for a smoother, extended frequency response
- Custom made tweeter and bass driver for an exceptional audio experience
- 21.6cm (W) x 35.6cm (H) x 25.4cm (D)
Debut C5 Centre Channel Speaker – RRP $399
As an addition to a full-blown surround sound system, the Debut C5 paints a majestic sonic picture, making movie soundtracks and music come alive with a realism ordinarily reserved for systems costing significantly more.
- 120-watt power input
- 2 x 5.25-inch woven aramid fibre woofers for a smoother extended frequency
- Braced MDF cabinet that helps minimise unwanted vibrations that can discolour music/movie content
- 47.6cm (W) x 20cm (H) x 22.2cm (D)
Debut S10 Subwoofer – RRP $549
Thanks to plenty of power and when added to your main speaker, the Debut S10 delivers exceptional bass and rock solid low frequencies that brings music to life with the weight and presence of a live performance.
- 200-watt peak power
- Custom made 10-inch driver that delivers quality and quantity of bass, ideal to reproduce demanding movie soundtracks and music
- BASH Amplifier for efficiency to deliver correct amount of voltage power needed for dynamic audio
- Auto Power on/off to conserve energy
- 34.4cm (W) x 34.3 (H) x 34.3cm (D)
Debut S10EQ Subwoofer – RRP $899
Creating awesome low frequencies and a stunning sense of realism, and operated via advanced Bluetooth and controlled with the AutoEQ app, the Debut S10EQ can be easily controlled from any iOS or Android smartphone.
- 400-watt peak power
- Control via ELAC SubEQ app for iOS and Android, where EQ is automatically adjusted to the room’s unique characteristics
- Custom made 10-inch long-throw driver provides quality and quantity of bass, ideal to reproduce demanding movie soundtracks and music
- BASH® Amplifier for efficiency to deliver correct amount of voltage power needed for dynamic audio
- Auto Power on/off to conserve energy
- 34.4cm (W) x 34.3 (H) x 34.3cm (D)
Debut S12EQ Subwoofer – RRP $1,299
Delivering a colossal amount of power and ground-shaking bass, the Debut S12EQ offers Bluetooth connectivity and control via the AutoEQ app, offering simple operation and expert sound.
- 1,000-watt peak power
- Control via ELAC SubEQ app for iOS and Android, where EQ is automatically adjusted to the room’s unique characteristics
- Custom made 12-inch long-throw driver that delivers quality and quantity of bass, ideal to reproduce demanding movie soundtracks and music
- Braced MDF cabinet to minimise unwanted vibrations that can discolour music or movie content
- BASH® Amplifier for efficiency to deliver correct amount of voltage power needed for dynamic audio
- Auto Power on/off to conserve energy
- 43.2cm (W) x 43.2cm (H) x 43.2cm (D)
Debut F5 Floorstanding Loudspeaker – RRP $1,299
The Debut F5 is a full-range sound system that when coupled with a Debut subwoofer, offers a serious, full-range system, delivering sound that’s in the big league.
- 140-watt power input
- 3 x 5.25-inch woven aramid fibre woofer for smoother, extended frequency response
- Braced Sectioned MDF cabinet to minimise unwanted vibrations that can discolour music/movie content
- Custom made tweeter, bass and components to ensure a smooth transition between left and right and control of sound deflection
- 20cm (W) x 96.5cm (H) x 22.2cm (D)
F6 Floorstanding Loudspeaker – RRP $1,699
With thanks to quality components, superior engineering and the combination of advanced drivers, the Debut F6 offers sound that rivals speakers costing much more.
- 150-watt peak power
- 2 x 6.5-inch woven aramid-woofers for a smoother extended frequency
- Braced Sectioned MDF cabinet to minimise unwanted vibrations that can discolour music/movie content
- 109.2cm (H) x 21.6cm (W) x 25.4 (D)
Debut A4 Atmos – RRP $499
When added to the top of your bookshelf or floorstanding speakers, the Debut A4 adds height dimension to your home theatre system, thanks Dolby Atmos technology.
- 80-watt power input
- 4-inch woven aramid fibre cone with oversized magnet for a smoother extended frequency response
- Custom made concentric driver for better directive control of sound
- 20cm (W) x 12.3 cm (H) x 22.2 cm (D)
