Get Ready To Be AMAZED Again With The NEW Elac Uni-Fi Reference Speakers ! 

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An excellent review Jay, love this new style, walking around the room, explaining sound images, sound stages, keep it up Jay, don't change it, and thanks for your informative review.

I reviewed the floorstanders against a pair of Monitor Audio Silver and the comparison did not take as long as I thought. I really wanted the MAs for their build and look - they are lovely. The Elacs look OK if you don’t get too close. But the sound is gorgeous. They were so much richer and inviting than anything else I’ve heard at this price (MA silvers, Kef and Klipsch). They have life too - my first thought was they may be a little polite. But if I played material with some kick, like “Burn one Down” by Ben Harper, they have percussion snap without losing the timbre of the acoustic guitar or his voice. Honestly, this was more speaker than either my wife and wanted aesthetically, but we have a large listening room - say, 25 by 25 with a very high ceiling and these do the job. They are not hard to drive to good levels - I’m using a little Bluesound N330 Powernode, and it’s fine. Put them on your list.

Jay my man, you are always on point with your reviews. I’ve listened to these and am TRULY impressed with them. I’m curious though… You were equally, if not more impressed with the SF Lumina 1’s. Now that the Lumina 2’s have been released and all things being relatively equal, including pricing between the Elacs and the SFs (except for impedance), any hope for a comparison between the two in the near or not so near future? I can see it now… Elac Unifi Reference vs. Sonus Faber Lumina II! You saw it here first folks!!! Thanks Jay and keep up the amazing work!

How do they sound vs the Elac Navis?? I'm super curious because the pricing is close, if buying an amplifier with these speakers. Thanks.

Nice video! would I be better off with the bookshelves and a sub? it sounds like the towers dont have a whole lot more bass. I have the SB 1000 pro already. I have the Elac debut DBR62, Triangle Bro3 and bro2 (all great speakers) but wanted to upgrade to the Elacs tower version UFR52.. Kinda feel like it wouldn't be worth it. I know some say the imaging and sound stage is better on bookshelf speakers too. Hmmm.. Any thoughts?

Ha ha, really nice review, man! I loved how you got between the speakers and talked about where you were hearing sounds, that is gold! I've always wanted reviewers to do that more, literally show people how the speakers are presenting the music, how big the stage is and how good the imaging is. I totally recommend you keep doing that. I've been waiting for this review trying to figure out if I should upgrade to these from my Uni-Fi UB52's (modified) which I love. You are making great videos, Jay, keep it up! Oh, and unfortunately Elac was forced to increase their prices recently (last week?) by 15-20% and these bookshelves are now $1,200 USD.

I was an ELAC fan and own 4 pairs. But when Andrew Jones left the customer service went down the tubes. I remember Andrew answered the phone on Christmas eve to help me with a problem I had. Now it's totally different.

Thanks again Jay, very good reviews again. May I ask when compare this Elac bookshelf speaker with Tekton Lore Reference speaker, which one you prefer? Thanks a lot!

Great review, Jay. I need help deciding between Elac Uni-Fi Reference and KEF LS50 META. What is your advice? If the price is same? Thanks Merry Christmas

Outstanding, Enjoyed the info and especially the format of the Video. I watch a lot of videos and I must say that this fresh way of bringing the concept to us viewers was “Spot On” as you say. 👍

Yes the physical approach is very much welcomed..THANKS for the clarification.

Listening with a pair of Audeze close backs, I can definitely appreciate the Uni-Fi's overall balanced presentation, keep up the good stuffs Jay 👍

How do these compare to klipsch Rp-8000f?

Loved this review.. This is a unique review and enjoy that you let your personality flourish here.

Jay - you are doing awesome. You keep it moving and fresh! Keep Trailblazing my friend!

One thing's for sure, your taste in audio equipment is better than your taste in food.

I've heard that the Elac Reference UFR 52 require a lot of power from the amplifier to sound very good. Is that so? If so, can I keep up with my Rotel A12 MKII or would it be too weak?

no 🧢🧢🧢🧢 bro killed me right there! Bought these towers, arriving today. Paired with Technics 1200 ( reworked, new leds, silicone dampening tray, Funk Firm mat, Magensium headshell, Denon 103R), Denon 300LC SUT, Schiit Freya, Project Tube Box DS, IotaVX PA3. Stoked! Thanks Jay, your reviews are amazing!

I choose the cardboard over the burger... Will the bookshelf (85) drive well with an 40 amplifier without clipping and harming the speakers? Thanks for all your team and videos.

I'm curious how something like these compare to the heritage line you've reviewed. I know they are dramatically different speakers but which would you pick as a daily listener?

Elac Unifi Ref Bookshelf vs XLS Encore vs Triangle BR08 which one would you prefer?

Good review! Thank you for the visualization of where the music is coming from. It makes the concept of how these produce soundstage and imaging so much more concrete!

Jay, please always stay as cheesy as you are. Love your videos! Don't change a thing.

Like so many other people have already commented, keep doing exactly what you're doing! I definitely liked the added visual aspect when you were describing how the speakers sound. Great review. Awesome channel. Keep doing what you're doing.

Jay, thanks for walking up to the speakers! It takes "action speaks louder than words" to a whole new level. Keep up the good work!

How do they compare to ELAC Debut Reference? I think Debut Reference is magical (imaging and soundstage, centre image, instrument separation and the natural, balanced sound). Are these EVEN better sounding?

Jay, I love these speakers stands and are very tempted to get them. Did you experiment whether these also benefit from IsoAcoustic footers?

Would you recommend the Unifi Reference bookshelves with the Burson Funk?

I think that you do a phenomenal job of explaining what you are talking about, those sound great with headphones... I have to get a set of those. Are they ALOT better than the debut?

Are the stand mounts better than the Klipsch RP-600M speakers ?

Thanks for the review, how the bass on these compare to model 5 ? I'm between these towers and model 5 for 2 channel music, can I please have your thoughts? Thanks 🙏🏻

I have the Elac DFR52 floor standers and was going to add the isoacoustic gaia iii. I love the DFR52 with my REL T5x subwoofer. Nice to see a video of the Elac Uni-Fi.

i like that you got up to the speaker to show us the width of the sound :)

Jay, great review! The fun you had putting it together really comes through. I like the physical demonstration of the soundstage and imaging for the speakers, but yes it does need a lap mic. Cheers!!

Are the floor standers good for something like Metallica that emphasizes mids versus low bass?

HEY JAY'S IYAGI! :) @Jay's iyagi I have two questions. Please help me with my buying decision. Just to say firstly, I am an audiophile newcomer when it comes to HiFi separates. I was considering an all in one powered active speaker upgrade, something to replace my little Yamaha NX-N500 all in one network speakers. My bedroom is 13 feet by 13 feet. I have been considering the AudioPro A36, then the Dali Oberon 6C, both floorstanders and active powered wireless speakers. I also considered the Elac Wireless speakers and then the Buchardt A500 wireless aswell as the KEF LS50 Wireless 2. I can't decide which would be best sounding for the price. Then I also thought about just buying a pair of Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G because I know they will sound amazing, my brother owned some older models a long time ago I remember listening to them. Then I found the review on these and these Elac Uni-Fy Reference are cheaper than the Monitor Audio. So it could be quite possible to get really great sound HiFi separates for a really decent price over an active all in one powered speaker system. So now I am unsure what kind of decent integrated amp + pre amp + streamer I would need and it would need to include a streamer. I listen to Qobuz streaming services. I am told the Monitor Audio are very friendly and easy to run just like these Elac's. So my second question is could I stand these 4 - 5 feet apart in my 13 feet bedroom. I obviously would not be playing these very loud as my Yamaha NX-N500 monitor speakers don't go over 90db I don't think. My bedroom has my bed from window to the door inside wall. Door opens inwards. I have a set of draws set back in the recessed part of the wall at the front left of my 13 feet bedroom. The recessed part being the fire flu that runs up the middle of my house to the chimney stacks. My draws stick out slightly from the recessed part of the wall. I have a wall mounted shelf on the front wall higher up but in-between the set of draws and the bedroom door that open inwards to my bedroom. My TV is wall mounted above that. I had s set of KEF X300A that have recently died on me. They were wired up to the TV. However my Yamaha's have a optical link to my TV so at least I am not completely without my HiFi sound. So I am wondering whether to go the wireless speakers route, or whether to go separates. I would still be saving up for them for a while. So it's not an imminent decision I am needing. If so. I need help and some advice pairing a good cheap integrated amp with pre amp and with streamer that would pair well with either the Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G or these here Elac floorstanders ? I won't be needing a cd player or a vinyl record player. Really sorry for such a long post. So just an amp and streamer all in one. But if you could help me find a good deal even an older model amp that may work well with any of these relatively recent speakers that are easy to drive. Something under £3000 most likely would be my budget. Leaving me only needing to find money for cables, HiFi rack and a AC powerline conditioner. Require a good Integrated amp with streamer to power below speakers but not to stupid high levels. Around 90db at max but usually lower. Elac Uni-Fi Reference (don't know wattage into ohms) Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G (250watts speakers go upto? but are supposedly friendly with lower wattage amps?)

Top 3 best amp for unifi reference bookshelf?!

Hi Jay, wich speakers do you prefer the Elac uni-fi reference or the dynaudio evoke 10?

How would you compare these to the MartinLogin 60xti and 50XTi. Especially the center - do voices have the needed weight with the ELAC?

Focal Chora 806 or Elac UBR62? What aspect will drive you to choose one versus the other?

I have the original and have been pretty happy with the overall sound through all genres of music.the one negative point is it's low sensitivity rating resulting in careful matching with amps. Therefore it doesn't perform great at low volumes; you need to crank it up to really appreciate what this speaker can offer. So how does the new reference unifi perform in this regard?

This is the first review I've seen of your in a while. Love the new format!

First off thanks for your review. Can you comment on how the unifi reference sound compared to the unifi b5s? I have the unifi b5 slim and am considering upgrading

Great review seriously. I use tube stereo amps. No special sauce needed for my big mac, er, speakers I mean. If you use tubes, you may want a well behaved, neutral, reference kind of speaker. The tubes add realistic, clean, scary dynamics to all speakers. Soooo, if your favorite speaker is polk or klipsch, you may not like a tube amp. Pairing amp to speaker is a real thing. Elac reference speakers are awesome with tube or tube hybrid amps. How do I know this... Comments anyone? My reference sound is a live orchestra in a concert hall. No electronics, just mind blowing real sound. Elac comes close. Thanks again for this great review.

Great review as always Jay. But do you prefer these over Tekton Lores?

Knocked out of the Park with this review. Thank you.

Is that a KEF KF92 in the corner behind the floorstander?

Hey Jay! I was wondering if you would recommend this elac uni-fi reference over Triangle borea towers like BR09 . I’m torn between the two, need advice. Btw I’ll be running it with Rotel RC-1572mkii preamp and RB-1552. Thank you.

Bookshelf Uni-Fi plus SVS 3000 Micro and you have a giant killer system.

Great video. How do these compare to the Velas? Thanks!

AT LAST !!!! A reviewer (and a GOOD one at that - kudos, Jay ! : ) who says EMPHATICALLY and LOUDLY that you simply CANNOT get a good sense of what ANY speaker sounds like from ANY RU-vid, ESPECIALLY through whatever speakers we are using at home to listen to ANYTHING online !! thank YOU JAY !!! BTW - yet ANOTHER excellent review!

This is my favourite review of yours (that I've seen)!

Wouldn't you rather have the Sonus faber Lumina II?

Jay, what are those Japanese style panels called and where did you get them? Love the look.

How do these compare to the Wharfdale Lintons?

I love it when headphone guys actually experience sound stage 🤣

Hey Jay. What rels do you ha e there, t9x or t7x, or other. Im decidi g between those two (7 or 9). Cheers

I LOVE this video Jay! And now this pair of floor standers is on my list; at the top actually!

Hi jay, great review, I now have Ubr62, great balance speaker , quite neural response, not as bright as my B&w 606s2 Anniversary, I got mine open box for £499 . My amp Rotel A11 tribune set up , I also have a sub for lower end of bass range if required. Regards mark

Lovede it - so you used the Iotavx stack, but what streamer/dac was you using?

Excellent review! Loved you friend's reaction too. That was precious.

Jay, I loved the review. I too am a fan of the Filet-o-fish sandwich. I had a question regarding the stands. What height stands are those?

Sharing with your friends. Most excellent.

Hi Jay, Thanks for another great review. You do them with honesty and passion. Apppreciated! I also could hear you just fine when you moved away from the microphone. I have a question and a wish. I would love it if you sometime would review the Monitor Audio Gold series. I use the Gold 200 with my Hegel h120, that I know you appreciate as well. I find it to be a great match. I have loved the clarity and transparency of Monitor Audio speakers for many years now. Take care and Thanks again! Greetings from Sweden.

What are the treatments in the upper corners of your listening room? The Audiophiliac has similar ones as well but I've never been able to find them anywhere.

I enjoyed your review and prefer how you moved around and showed the speakers and equipment. I would prefer learning more about the build quality and technology in the equipment rather than how it sounds.

Wut Rel Subs do you own cause I see the two in the back! And did you do a review on them?

All around an informative and FUN review…your "virgin" speaker friend added to the entertainment. Definitely.

Love the sound stage explanation! This is a great format.

I currently have an Allo Volt + D Double 60x2 Amp, will this be enough for this speaker?

Hey Jay. Enjoying your reviews more and more! It may have already been asked but what is the music at the beginning of this video?

Which model of Iso Acoustic feet are they? I'm just trying to work out which ones I need for my Tannoy XT6Fs. Thanks. :)

Pretty sure the Elac B6.2 are more McDonalds and uni-fi reference is like red robins burger and those Sonus Faber speakers are like going to a high end restaurant where your burger costs like $50 and something like wilson audio would be like having a personal chef cook you a burger.

Thanks for the vid JS-Very informative and I enjoyed it very much.

Hello dear Would you try out and review the wharfedale 4.4 or 4.2

How does it compare to the NHT C4? I make a protein shake when on the run.

Liked the video and the bit with your buddy. We forget that younger people are from an area of Bluetooth speakers. True stereo systems are relatively rare these days and id bet many may have never even hear stero imaging before. Now as far as comparisons go. When you going to compare dual KEF KC62s to those Dual Rel t7Xs? Who has stereo pairs of boths of those subs?! thats crazy and I am jealous lol. I have 1 t7x and am chomping at the bit to get the pair with my Metas

I have a pair of reference floor standers next to a pair of Emotiva T1+. ($699 pr) I think the Emotiva's are a bit more open and transparent. The mids are definitely better than the Elacs. While the Elacs are sweet in the high range, I prefer the ribbon tweeter of the Emotiva's. In the bass section in any small tower will require a sub or two, but when compared, the Emotiva easily extends further than the Elacs with a fuller rounder bass section.

Hi, are the basses enough to hear the boom in "moon light on sping river" at 0:55? 😉

Would you recommend the elac unifi reference floor standing vs Tekton Lore?

Great review Jay! Could you do a review/comparison on the Emotiva T2+? I hear great things about them.

I enjoy your presentation Makes my day .Kudos..

I have a question. How do the bookshelves speakers sounds in comparing to Elac Corina? They costs about the same. About 1.000$

Excellent use of space and blocking. Being able to get away from close ups both of you and the equipment helps things feel more relatable and inviting.

Lol Can't wait to have my str8 up review of the Elac ub52 ! Thanks Jay

Your friends reaction was something else, I'm going to seriously consider upgrading my MA bronze bx 5's for the elac floorstanders. Nice one.👍

How do these stand up against the css audio Criton 1tdx ?

Awsem review mate and all the best on your future endeavours. -Rob here from South Africa

I'm a good friend of Andrew and you should use the GAIA feets direct coupled to the wooden floor not on a carpet. You will get a much better result. sound wise. Please try it you will be amazed.

Kind of been away from watching reviews for a while so it was really fun to see your new vibe and your new room? Its really great to see you having fun, the McDonalds comparison had me in stitches! Just wanted to ask about the big diffuser in the middle of the wall.Knowing you I'm sure its functional and not decorative - can you share any info about it?

Impressive looking speakers! Very very hard to beat at this price point on just looks alone.

Can you review the SVS Ultra bookshelves? I'm looking for great sub $1500 warmer and never fatiguing (no peaks in the highs and high mids), yet very detailed bookshelves that are close to neutral and with great stage. So far that SVS would be the top choice as I know, but I'd really appreciate your take :)

to upgrade my ref system w pioneer bs22 for my 3.2m x 4.5m room, im comparing the elac ubr62 (a jones) w pmc db1 gold. where does your daebak go? and the actual amp is onkyo a9000r but ill buy a class d power to replace it and to mate it w freya + i already got.

Like this review and these towers , would they fair well say 25 inches from a huge glass window , it's all I can do and say 6ft apart same distance for listening position , or are they for a larger room , cheers

Thanks for the thorough in-depth review.

Hmm. But for the price of the floor-standers, you could get the bookshelf Buchardt S400mkii, though you’d have to still pay for stands. That would be an interesting comparison, the floor-standing Elacs with Buchardt bookshelves. I’ve heard the Buchardts have a bigger sound with more bass detail than the Elacs.

Agreed whole heartily, worth every penny. It just sound fantastic now with a little more bass now. Had the elac dbr62 and ubr52. Widest Orchestral music, it is now full and complete. Vocals are really the best on coaxial speakers. But need some luck with these elac coaxial speakers, just my luck I had lemon tweeters 2 times: Ubr62 new and ubr52 open box. Test with test tones 400 to 600hz, you'll get the noise distortions.

How did anyone give this video a thumbs down? Great review!

For another $1000 above the floor standers, I could get a pair of Tekton Double Impacts. Which is better?