ELAC DCR52-BK

Overview

The ELAC DCR52-BK is a two-way center channel speaker designed to deliver clear and lifelike dialogue for home theater setups. It features a 1 inch cloth dome tweeter paired with two 5.25 inch aramid fiber woofers, providing a frequency response that extends from 55 Hz to 35 kHz. This combination ensures that voices remain crisp and effects have depth, making it a strong choice for enhancing the front soundstage in any media room.

The speaker’s front-firing slot ports allow it to be placed close to walls or inside cabinets without compromising bass performance. Its MDF cabinet with full perimeter bracing reduces unwanted resonance, while the walnut finish and black baffle offer a subtle yet refined appearance that fits well in various living spaces.

Key features

• 1 inch cloth dome tweeter with waveguide for detailed and focused high frequencies
• Dual 5.25 inch aramid fiber woofers that deliver smooth midrange and extended bass down to 55 Hz
• Front-firing slot ports that maintain bass clarity even when placed near walls or inside furniture
• MDF enclosure with full perimeter bracing to minimize cabinet resonance and distortion
• Power handling up to 120 watts, suitable for pairing with a wide range of home theater receivers
• Compact design with a walnut cabinet and black baffle that blends seamlessly into most room decors
• 87 dB sensitivity and 8 ohm impedance for efficient and compatible operation with many amplifiers

Key specs

• Tweeter: 1 inch cloth dome with waveguide
• Woofers: Dual 5.25 inch aramid fiber
• Frequency response: 55 Hz to 35 kHz
• Power handling: 120 watts
• Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
• Sensitivity: 87 dB
• Cabinet: MDF with full perimeter bracing
• Dimensions: 20.7 x 9.5 x 7.3 inches (W x H x D)
• Weight: 22.3 pounds

Connectivity and compatibility

The DCR52-BK is designed to integrate smoothly with most home theater receivers and amplifiers thanks to its standard 8 ohm impedance and efficient sensitivity rating. Its front-ported design allows flexible placement options, whether on a shelf, stand, or inside an AV cabinet, without sacrificing sound quality. This speaker pairs well with other ELAC Debut Reference models or can be added to existing surround sound systems to improve dialogue clarity and overall soundstage balance.

Ideal uses and environments

This center channel speaker is well suited for home theaters, media rooms, and living spaces where clear dialogue and balanced sound are priorities. It works effectively in setups where space near walls or inside furniture is limited, thanks to its front-firing ports. The understated walnut and black finish make it a good fit for both modern and traditional interiors, supporting immersive movie watching, streaming, and multichannel music listening.

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