Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 vs Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106
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Choosing between the Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 and Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106? Both compete in the Screen segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 scores higher in value. The Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 leads in form factor, room fit.
Screen gain differs at 0.6 vs 0.5, and these screens use different materials (HD Progressive 0.6 vs DarkStar). Higher gain (1.3+) concentrates light toward the center for brighter images but narrows the viewing angle. Unity gain (1.0) scatters light evenly for wider seating.
These two Screen options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 3 scored dimensions. The Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Gain | 0.6 | 0.5 |
| Viewing Angle | 50° | 170° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Material | HD Progressive 0.6 | DarkStar |
| Screen Size | 119" | 106" |
| Screen Type | motorized | fixed_frame |
| Acoustically Transparent | No | No |
| Masking | none | none |
| UST Compatible | No | Yes |
| ALR % | 85% | 95% |
| Tab-Tensioned | Yes | No |
| Viewable Width | 103.7" | 92.4" |
| Viewable Height | 58.3" | 52" |
| 12V Trigger | Yes | No |
| IR Remote | Yes | No |
| Case Colors | black | black |
Key Differences
- Viewing Angle: Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 at 50° vs Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 at 170°
- Gain: Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 at 0.6 vs Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 at 0.5. Higher gain (1.3+) concentrates light toward the center for brighter images but narrows the viewing angle. Unity gain (1.0) scatters light evenly for wider seating.
- Screen Size: Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 at 119" vs Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 at 106". Bigger isn't always better — it depends on viewing distance. THX recommends a 36-degree viewing angle; SMPTE suggests 30 degrees minimum. Our viewing distance calculator helps find the sweet spot.
- Viewable Width: Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 at 103.7" vs Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 at 92.4"
- Viewable Height: Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 at 58.3" vs Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 at 52"
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Da-Lite Tensioned Contour Electrol HD Progressive 0.6 119 if you want:
- + better gain — higher gain (1
- + larger 119" screen for more immersive viewing
Choose Elite Screens Special Edition DarkStar 106 if you want:
- + better viewing angle
Specifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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