ELAC Vela FS 407 2.5-Way Floorstanding Speaker (Gloss Walnut, Single)

Overview

The ELAC Vela FS 407 2.5-way floorstanding speaker is designed for audiophiles who demand precise sound reproduction and elegant aesthetics. Featuring a hand-assembled JET 5 folded-ribbon tweeter and two 5.9-inch AS XR cone woofers, it delivers a frequency response from 30 Hz to 50 kHz, ensuring you hear everything from deep bass to detailed highs. Its gloss walnut cabinet with a trapezoid shape not only looks refined but also reduces internal resonance for clearer sound.

Key features

• 2.5-way design separates woofer and mid-bass duties for balanced sound across frequencies
• JET 5 folded-ribbon tweeter provides extended and detailed high-frequency response
• Two 5.9-inch AS XR cone woofers deliver authoritative midrange and bass performance
• Gloss walnut finish and trapezoid cabinet shape minimize resonance and enhance room integration
• Dual binding posts support bi-wiring or bi-amping, allowing flexible system upgrades
• Substantial 42.1-pound weight ensures stable placement while allowing fine adjustments for optimal soundstage

Key specs

• Frequency response: 30 Hz – 50 kHz
• Sensitivity: 88 dB
• Nominal impedance: 4 ohms
• Drivers: 1 JET 5 folded-ribbon tweeter, 2 × 5.9-inch AS XR cone woofers
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 1000 × 229 × 266 mm
• Weight: 42.1 lbs
• Finish: Gloss walnut

Connectivity and compatibility

The speaker’s dual binding posts allow for bi-wiring or bi-amping, giving you the flexibility to tailor your amplifier and cable setup for improved sound quality. This makes it easy to integrate the speaker into a variety of stereo or multichannel systems, whether you are building a high-end home theater or a dedicated music listening room.

Ideal uses and environments

This floorstanding speaker excels in environments where clarity and dynamic range are essential. It works well in upscale living rooms, dedicated listening spaces, or home theaters. Listeners who appreciate detailed chamber music, modern rock, or film scores will find the Vela FS 407 tracks subtle nuances while delivering impactful bass and clear vocals. Its size and weight make it stable yet easy to position for the best acoustic performance.