Vela is the step up over Carina. With large woofers, more extensive crossovers and upgraded angled cabinets for lower difraction and less standing waves. True hi end perforance as realistic prices.
Uni-Fi Reference is the step up line to Debut and Debut Reference lines. But it is more like a leap up. Andrew has used the technology from far more expensive designs in this series. The coincident midrange/tweeter in the UBR-62 allows for a 3 way monitor in a small box that offers superb imaging. The floorstanding UFR-52 sets a new standard in performance at the $1000.00 each price point.
All three Uni-Fi loudspeakers—bookshelf, floorstanding and center-channel—employ a concentric midrange/tweeter driver. Because of its ideal time-domain characteristics, a concentric design—combining a tweeter and midrange diaphragm within a single voice coil—delivers the most coherent and accurate reproduction across the treble and midrange frequency spectrums. Because of their high cost, concentric drivers are traditionally used in only the most expensive speakers.
ELAC’s chief engineer Andrew Jones explains how Uni-Fi speakers build on a new foundation: “My goal with the Uni-Fi Reference series was to create a line of speakers with technology and performance normally reserved for speakers costing significantly more. By going with a 3-way design and employing a new in-house developed concentric driver, I’ve achieved a sound that is more true to the music than similar priced products.”
Uni-Fi Reference can be the basis of an outstanding two-channel system, or used to build an awe-inspiring multi-channel surround-sound system. Add an ELAC subwoofer to rock your world of music and movies like you never imagined.
The VELA Bookshelf Speakers
VS-403 $2499.00 pr
A complex design: high-class lacquered and wooden veneered cabinets, which have a trapezoid shape and are angled rearward.
The design catches eyes but conduces acoustics, too. The sound of VELA shows it´s family background to successful series 400.
But the advantages are distinct. The angling of the cabinet in combination with the new wave-guide of the JET tweeter improves the definition of stereo and multi-channel audio in modern furnishing. But there are more than the obvious changes. For example the optimized drivers are able to reproduce high-energy transients more precisely.
The VELA Floorstanding Speaker
VS-407 $3998.00 Pr
A complex design: high-class lacquered and wooden veneered cabinets, which have a trapezoid shape and are angled rearward, combined with aluminum and glass.
The design catches eyes but conduces acoustics, too. The sound of VELA shows it´s family background to successful series 400.
But the advantages are distinct. The angling of the cabinet in combination with the new wave-guide of the JET tweeter improves the definition of stereo and multi-channel audio in modern furnishing. But there are more than the obvious changes. For example the
optimized drivers are able to reproduce high-energy transients more precisely.
Uni-fi coaxial driver
The delicacy of a 1-inch soft-dome tweeter and the harmonic accuracy of a rigid aluminum 4-inch midrange cone come together in a symphony of sonic perfection. Positioning the tweeter concentrically within the midrange voice coil achieves a uniform directivity pattern, for flat frequency response and formidable power handling, along with enhanced imaging for both on- and off-axis listening positions.
Carina Features
Jet Folded Ribbon Tweeter
Delivering true high-definition sound, ELAC’s JET tweeters enthrall with its lightning-fast response and wide dynamic range, offering minimal distortion, lots of headroom and a wider frequency range. The ELAC JET tweeter is one of the most legendary tweeters in the industry and has won international praise with its transparent and effortless sound image.
Sophisticated Compound Curvature Aluminum Woofer
To match the capabilities of the JET tweeter and guarantee a seamless transition from the woofer to the JET tweeter, the compound curvature cone has been developed to control the cone breakup and move it well beyond the operating range of the woofer. A large diameter voice coil and oversized vented pole piece magnet combine to give remarkable bass dynamics and a rich powerful performance.
Downward Firing Ports
For a more flexible speaker placement and to minimize ventilation noise, the bass reflex port on the Carina series is directed to the floor, exiting the bottom
of the speaker cabinet in a down-firing configuration.
Carina FS247.4 floorstanding speakers
Was $2999.00 Pair
Sale $1999.00 pair
Available in black or white
The FS247.4 uses dual Aluminum 5.25" metal cone woofers coupled to the Elac's famous JET tweeter. Speed, dynamics and bass extension are excellent.
Carina BS243.4 Monitor speakers
Was $1499.00 Pair
Sale $999.00
Available in black or white
The FS243.4 uses a single Aluminum 5.25" metal cone woofer coupled to the Elac's famous JET tweeter. Speed, dynamics and imaging are exceptional.
Carina CC241.4 Center Channel speaker
$999.00 Each
Available in black or white
SPECIFICATIONS
BS243.4 CC241.4 FS247.4
Bookshelf Speaker Center Channel Floorstanding Speaker
Type............................................................. 2-way Vented box 3-way Vented box 2-1/2 way Vented box
Woofer......................................................... 1 x Aluminum cone 5-1/4" 2 x Aluminum cone 5-1/4" 2 x Aluminum cone 5-1/4"
Midrange.................................................... None None None
Tweeter....................................................... JET folded ribbon JET folded ribbon JET folded ribbon
Crossover frequency.............................. 2.7kHz 100Hz 3kHz 1kHz / 2.7kHz
Frequency range (IEC 268-5).............. 46Hz - 30kHz 50Hz - 30kHz 34Hz - 30kHz
Sensitivity................................................... 85dB/2.83V/1m 87dB/2.83V/1m 87dB/2.83V/1m
Recommended amplifier power......... 30 to 150 wpc 30 to 200 wpc 30 to 250 wpc
Peak power handling............................. 100W 120W 120W
Nominal | Minimum impedance.......... 6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm 6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm 6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm
Finishes....................................................... Satin Black, Satin White Satin Black, Satin White Satin Black, Satin White
Accessories included ........................... n/a n/a Binding straps, outriggers, spikes/discs
Net Weight (each).................................... 14.73 lbs 22.44 lbs 36.20 lbs
Dimensions .(inches)............... 8.52W x 8.06D x 12.54H 8.34H x 07.79D x 24.41W 08.52W x 8.06D x 42.07H
UNI-Fi UBR-62 3-way concentric monitor
$1,199.00 / pr
Space constraints should never compromise great sound, and the Uni-Fi UBR62 is the perfect solution when floor space is at a premium, but demand for audiophile sound is not negotiable. Using the same outstanding midrange driver and crossover components of its bigger brother, this compact, real wood, 3-way, bass-reflex monitor delivers the sonic signature of Uni-Fi in a smaller package. It is an awesome package when used with a Sub 3010 or S-12EQ subwoofer from under $950.00 for the package
Speaker Type: 3-Way Bass Reflex
Frequency Response: 41Hz—35000Hz
Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
Sensitivity: 85db
Crossover Frequency: 260 / 1800Hz
Maximum Power Input: 140 Watts
Tweeter: 1″ Soft Dome
Midrange: 4″ Aluminum
Woofers: 6.5″” Aluminum
Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
Cabinet Finish: Satin White with Oak Sides or Satin Black with Walnut Sides
Port: Dual Flared Slots
Binding Posts: Bi-Wire 5-Way
Dimensions (WxHxD): 8.19″ x 14.13″ x 13.15″
Net Weight: 23.54 lbs Each
UNI-Fi UFR-52 3 way concentric Floorstanding speaker
$1,199.00 / each
Like a precision instrument, Uni-Fi Reference’s flagship floorstander offers advanced technology with its 4" concentric midrange/high-frequency transducer and three proprietary 5.25" aluminum-cone drivers. It is a very good value at under $2k a pair. The UFR-53 supports a 3-way, bass-reflex design that delivers a sound unequalled at their price point.
Specifications
Speaker Type: 3-Way Bass Reflex
Frequency Response: 40Hz—35000Hz
Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
Sensitivity: 86db
Crossover Frequency: 220 / 1800Hz
Maximum Power Input: 140 Watts
Tweeter: 1" Soft Dome
Midrange: 4" Aluminum
Woofers: 3 x 5.25" Aluminum
Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
Cabinet Finish: Satin White with Oak Sides or Satin Black with Walnut Sides
Port: Dual Flared Slots
Binding Posts: Bi-Wire 5-Way
Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.28" x 39.18" x 13.31"
Net Weight: 52.36 lbs
UNI-Fi UCR-52 3-way concentric Center channel speaker
$699.98 / each
The perfect complement to a Uni-Fi Reference surround-sound system, the UCR52 paints a seamless center stage for music and film with a 3-way, bass-reflex design that uses the same outstanding concentric driver that makes every model in the Uni-Fi Reference series such a stand-out performer.
Specifications
Speaker Type: 3-Way Bass Reflex
Frequency Response: 47Hz—35000Hz
Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
Sensitivity: 85db
Crossover Frequency: 240 / 1800Hz
Maximum Power Input: 140 Watts
Tweeter: 1″ Soft Dome
Midrange: 4″ Aluminum
Woofers: 2 x 5.25″ Aluminum
Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
Cabinet Finish: Satin White with Oak Sides or Satin Black with Walnut Sides
Port: Dual Flared Slots
Binding Posts: Bi-Wire 5-Way
Dimensions (WxHxD): 20.75″ x 7.28″ x 13.15″
Net Weight: 29.04 lbs