ELAC VCC401-GB

Overview

The ELAC Vela CC 401 2.5-Way Center Channel Speaker (Gloss Black) is designed to deliver clear and natural dialogue along with dynamic sound effects for home theater systems. Featuring a 2.5-way configuration with a JET 5 folded-ribbon tweeter and dual 5.9-inch woofers, it covers a wide frequency range from 32 Hz to 50 kHz. This ensures that spoken words come through crisply while music and ambient sounds retain their full energy and detail.

The speaker’s trapezoid cabinet, finished in gloss black, minimizes internal resonances and includes rear-firing bass reflex ports to enhance low-frequency output without distortion. Weighing about 26 pounds, it is sturdy yet easy to position under a TV or behind an acoustically transparent screen, making it a versatile choice for various home theater layouts.

Key features

• 2.5-way design that separates dialogue and effects for precise sound staging
• JET 5 folded-ribbon tweeter providing extended high-frequency clarity and detail
• Dual 5.9-inch woofers combining aluminum and paper cones for dynamic mid-bass response
• Rear-firing bass reflex ports that boost bass presence without adding distortion
• Bi-wiring and bi-amping terminals allowing flexible amplifier and cable configurations
• Solid cabinet construction that reduces standing waves and enhances sound purity
• Compatibility with modern AV receivers and amplifiers thanks to 88.5 dB sensitivity and 4-ohm impedance

Key specs

• Frequency response: 32 Hz to 50 kHz
• Sensitivity: 88.5 dB
• Nominal impedance: 4 ohms
• Peak power handling: 160 watts
• Dimensions: 25.7 × 7.5 × 9.2 inches
• Weight: 26 pounds

Connectivity and compatibility

The speaker supports bi-wiring and bi-amping, which allows users to connect separate amplifier channels or use higher-quality speaker cables for improved sound performance. Its 4-ohm impedance and sensitivity rating make it compatible with most modern AV receivers and dedicated amplifiers that can deliver high current, ensuring it integrates well into a variety of home theater systems.

Ideal uses and environments

This center channel speaker is well suited for home theaters where clear dialogue is essential, such as movie rooms and media centers. It fits naturally under TVs or behind acoustically transparent screens, making it a strong choice for both new installations and upgrades to existing surround sound setups. The combination of detailed highs and dynamic mid-bass also makes it a good match for users who want immersive soundtracks with precise vocal reproduction.

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