ELAC UFR52 vs GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL
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Choosing between the ELAC UFR52 and GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL? Both compete in the Speaker (L/R) 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 GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL leads in value, audio quality, volume/SPL, form factor, room fit.
For speaker performance, the GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL is more sensitive at 91 dB vs 86 dB, and impedances of 6Ω vs 4Ω. Higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks. A speaker rated 3 dB higher in sensitivity needs half the amplifier power to reach the same volume. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
The GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the ELAC UFR52 may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
For most home theaters, the GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL is the stronger choice — it leads in 5 of 5 scored dimensions. The ELAC UFR52 makes more sense if budget is the primary constraint.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
ELAC UFR52
GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Config | 3-way bass reflex | 2-way |
| Sensitivity | 86dB | 91dB |
| Impedance | 6Ω | 4Ω |
| Freq Response Low | 40Hz | 38Hz |
| Freq Response High | 35000Hz | 25000Hz |
| Crossover | 1800Hz | — |
| Bi-Amp Capable | Yes | No |
| Rec. Power Min | — | 20W |
| Rec. Power Max | — | 250W |
| Mounting Type | tower | center |
| Mounting Depth | — | — |
| Cutout Diameter | — | — |
| Cutout Width | — | — |
| Cutout Height | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Min | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Max | — | — |
| Back Box Included | No | No |
| Back Box Required | No | No |
| Mounting Mechanism | — | — |
| Installation Type | — | — |
| Stud Spacing | — | — |
| Paintable Grille | No | No |
| Magnetic Grille | No | No |
| Grille Shape | — | — |
| Connector Type | — | — |
| Wire Gauge Max | — | — |
| Angle Adjustable | No | No |
| Pivot Angle | — | — |
| Treble Attenuation Switch | No | No |
| LCR Capable | No | No |
| Coaxial | No | No |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Moisture Resistant | No | No |
| UV Resistant | No | No |
| Salt Spray Rated | No | No |
| Enclosure Material | — | — |
| Grille Material | — | — |
| Bracket Type | — | — |
| Bracket Included | No | No |
| Dual Voice Coil (SDI) | No | No |
Key Differences
- Driver Config: ELAC UFR52 at 3-way bass reflex vs GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL at 2-way. 3-way speakers use dedicated drivers for bass, midrange, and treble, reducing crossover interference. Coaxial designs (KEF Uni-Q) mount the tweeter inside the woofer for better time-alignment.
- Impedance: ELAC UFR52 at 6Ω vs GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL at 4Ω. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
- Freq Response High: ELAC UFR52 at 35000Hz vs GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL at 25000Hz
- Sensitivity: ELAC UFR52 at 86dB vs GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL at 91dB. Higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks. A speaker rated 3 dB higher in sensitivity needs half the amplifier power to reach the same volume.
- Freq Response Low: ELAC UFR52 at 40Hz vs GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL at 38Hz. Determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL if you want:
- + better sensitivity — higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks
- + better freq response low — determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how ELAC UFR52 and GoldenEar SUPERCENTER XL CENTER CHANNEL compare to the rest of the field.
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