VBS404.2 vs Yamaha NS-800A
The NS-800A's sensitivity is 86.5 dB against the VBS404.2's 87 dB, its impedance 6Ω against 4Ω, and its low-frequency extension 40 Hz against 38 Hz. Both share ways (2).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,699
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About the VBS404.2
The ELAC Vela 2.0 VBS404.2 are premium 2-way bass reflex bookshelf speakers that combine over 95 years of ELAC acoustic engineering. They feature a trapezoid-shaped high-gloss lacquered or veneered cabinet for improved acoustics, a JET 6 Air Motion Transformer tweeter for extended high-frequency response up to 50kHz with low distortion and ultra-fast transients, and a 180mm AS-XR aluminum sandwich crystal membrane woofer for extended frequency range, high stiffness, smooth roll-off, and strong bass from a compact cabinet. The design includes a die-cast aluminum bottom plate with integrated double-flanged down-firing bass reflex port for flexible placement and reduced port noise, bi-wiring capability, and convex baffles to minimize reflections. Available in Black High Gloss, White High Gloss, and Walnut High Gloss finishes. Ideal for stereo and multi-channel setups, they deliver immersive detail, clarity, and dynamic bass.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 87 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 4Ω
- Frequency Response
- 38 Hz - 50 kHz
- Power Handling
- 80W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 40W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 200W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- Bass Reflex
- Driver Size
- 7"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- ported
- Crossover Frequency
- 2.4 kHz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 276 × 412 × 332 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 9.7 kg (21 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Black High Gloss, White High Gloss, Walnut High Gloss
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 87 dB
Impedance: 4Ω
Frequency: 38-50000 Hz
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