ELAC

ELAC at Kirstein – HiFi from Kiel since 1926

ELAC was founded in Kiel on 1 September 1926 and initially focused intensively on underwater acoustics and sound research. In 1948, the PW1 became the company’s first turntable for consumers. During the 1980s, HiFi increasingly moved into focus and ELAC began developing its own loudspeakers. Today, HiFi speakers form a central part of the brand. Characteristic of ELAC is the combination of acoustic development, distinctive driver concepts and different solutions for stereo, music and home cinema.

Which ELAC speaker is right for your HiFi system?

When choosing a speaker, you should first consider room size, listening distance and the intended placement. Compact bookshelf speakers integrate well into smaller living spaces and are suitable for stereo systems where space is limited. Floorstanding speakers offer more cone area thanks to their larger cabinets and can provide a solid foundation for a full-size stereo setup, particularly in medium-sized and larger rooms. Passive models require a suitable HiFi amplifier or AV receiver. Factors such as impedance, recommended amplifier power and the intended application should be taken into account.

ELAC Debut 3.0 and Debut Reference

The Debut 3.0 series offers different designs ranging from bookshelf to floorstanding speakers and uses aramid-fibre cones for its woofers. The current series features aluminium tweeters and is aimed at anyone looking to build a classic passive HiFi system for music or multichannel applications. Depending on the room and the desired bass response, you can choose between more compact models and larger floorstanding speakers.

Debut Reference develops the Debut concept further with its own distinctive construction. Features include soft-dome tweeters with waveguides, aramid-fibre woofers and elaborately braced cabinets. At Kirstein, the series includes models such as the compact DBR62 and the DFR52 floorstanding speaker. This makes the series an interesting alternative for listeners who place particular emphasis on cabinet construction, workmanship and differentiated reproduction within the Debut family.

Vela 2.0 and the ELAC JET 6 tweeter

With Vela 2.0, ELAC offers a technically more sophisticated loudspeaker series. One important feature is the JET 6 tweeter, developed and manufactured in Kiel. It operates according to the Air Motion Transformer principle and is combined with AS-XR woofers and ELAC Crystal Membrane technology. Vela 2.0 is available in both bookshelf and floorstanding designs and is suited to demanding stereo systems where resolution, spatial imaging and high-quality cabinet construction are key considerations.

Debut ConneX – active speakers without a separate amplifier

If you want to keep your HiFi system as compact as possible, Debut ConneX provides an active alternative. With the DCB41, the amplifiers are already integrated into the speaker system. Connections including HDMI ARC, USB Audio, an optical digital input, Bluetooth and an analogue input with phono functionality allow it to be connected to a TV, computer, smartphone or turntable. This makes ConneX particularly suitable for living rooms, desktop setups or TV systems where as few additional components as possible are desired.

How to complement your ELAC speakers

In addition to an amplifier, a passive speaker pair requires suitable HiFi speaker cables. If you want to extend the system’s low-frequency response, you can add a HiFi subwoofer. For analogue music sources, Kirstein also offers HiFi turntables and accessories. If you want to integrate music from streaming services or your home network into a traditional stereo system, network streamers can serve as a separate source. This allows you to configure an ELAC setup according to your existing electronics and preferred music sources.

Why buy ELAC at Kirstein?

Matching speakers, amplifiers and accessories is not only about individual technical specifications but also about how the entire system works together. Kirstein supports you with competent specialist advice. You also benefit from the 3-year Kirstein warranty and 30 Day Money Back in accordance with the applicable conditions. This helps you choose ELAC speakers to suit your room, listening preferences and existing HiFi electronics.