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ELAC A4.2

Height speaker · Debut 2.0 series · Discontinued

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The ELAC A4.2 is a 6 Ω height speaker rated 85 dB (2.83 V, 1 m), with a recommended 20–80 W amplifier. Of the 29 receivers and amps in our catalogue, 27 are rated to drive it and 2 are not recommended.

$399 a pair (MSRP, September 2026)

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Receivers and amplifiers for the A4.2

Each pairing is checked by our compatibility engine: the speaker's impedance against the amplifier's rated minimum, and height decoding for height speakers. Whether it plays loud enough depends on how far you sit, which the 3D editor works out for your room.

Rated to drive it (27)

Not recommended (2)

  • Denon AVR-S570BT

    Denon AVR-S570BT has no Dolby Atmos or DTS:X decoding for height speakers.

  • Denon AVR-S670H

    Denon AVR-S670H has no Dolby Atmos or DTS:X decoding for height speakers.

A4.2 specifications

Impedance6 Ω
Sensitivity85 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
Low end180 Hz
Drivers1 × 13 mm, 1 × 102 mm
Size7×5×9 in
Recommended amplifier power20–80 W
Weight2.5 kg (5.5 lb)
MSRP$399 a pair (MSRP, September 2026)

Every value comes from the sources under References, last retrieved September 15, 2026. To check it against the rest of your system, use the compatibility checker.

Questions about the A4.2

What receiver do I need for the A4.2?
One rated for 6 Ω speakers. In our catalogue, Emotiva BasX A-700, Yamaha RX500A and Denon AVR-X1700H are rated to drive it. Denon AVR-S570BT and Denon AVR-S670H are not rated for it.
Is the A4.2 4 ohm or 8 ohm?
The ELAC A4.2 has a nominal impedance of 6 Ω, between the two. Use a receiver or amplifier rated down to 6 Ω or lower.
How much power does the A4.2 need?
ELAC recommends an amplifier of 20–80 W. Its sensitivity is 85 dB (2.83 V, 1 m). How much of that you use depends on how far you sit and how loud you listen, which the 3D editor works out for your room.
How low does the A4.2 go?
The ELAC A4.2 is rated down to 180 Hz. Below that, a subwoofer takes over; where the bass actually lands depends on your room's modes.
How big is the A4.2?
The ELAC A4.2 measures 180 × 125 × 234 mm (7.1 × 4.9 × 9.2 in, width × height × depth) and weighs 2.5 kg (5.5 lb).

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References

  1. ELAC A4.2: Manufacturer product page, elac-america.myshopify.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. ELAC A4.2: Retailer listing, amazon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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