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Geringe Gebrauchspuren. Können digital oder analog angesteuert werden.
Neupreis war 1200 euro
Technische Daten Elac AM 180:
Abmessungen: 290 x 195 x 280 mm (B x H x T)
Gewicht: 7,4 kg
Bauart: 2-Wege aktiv, Bassreflex
Tieftöner: 130 mm, AS Konus, magn. geschirmt
Hochtöner: JET III, magn. geschirmt
Übergangsfrequenz: 3.000 Hz
Übertragungsbereich: 38 Hz – 50.000 Hz
Maximale Verstärkerleistung Tieftonzweig: 55W , Hochtonzweig: 28W
Eingänge Analog: 2 x symmetrisch (XLR, 6,3 mm TRS), 1 x unsym. (RCA)
Digital: 1 x AES/EBU (XLR), 2 x S/PDIF (RCA, Toslink)
Ausgänge Digital: 2 x S/PDIF thru (RCA, Toslink)
Farbausführungen: Schwarz und Weiß Lack Hochglanz
Compared with the usual used asking range for this model, €480 is on the firm side rather than a slam-dunk bargain; recent listings cluster around roughly €250 to €450, with a few outliers higher, so this sits a bit above the middle and only really makes sense if the pair is exceptionally clean. It’s not wildly overpriced, but it isn’t the obvious steal at this number either.
That said, this is still a well-regarded active bookshelf: lively top end, very good dynamic punch, and a scale that can surprise for the size. If the cosmetics are genuinely excellent, the drivers and amps are quiet, and you get the original accessories or packaging, it’s a solid buy for someone who wants a compact all-in-one speaker with real hi-fi ambition.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Elac, a cornerstone of German audio engineering, traces its origins to September 1, 1926, when Electroacustic GmbH was founded in Kiel by Dr. Heinrich Hecht, Dr. Wilhelm Rudolph, and Gerhard Schmidt. Initially focused on sonar technology and underwater acoustics for maritime applications, the company peaked at 5,000 employees during World War II, supplying the Kriegsmarine. Postwar restrictions pivoted it toward consumer goods like sewing machines and radios, while distributing brands such as Sony, Fisher, and Nakamichi in Germany. By 1978, it divested its nautical division to concentrate on hi-fi, with Austrian CEO Wolfgang John taking the helm in 1981 to steer its modern trajectory.
Elac excels primarily in loudspeakers, renowned for innovations like the 1985 4Pi omnidirectional tweeter and the JET folded-ribbon tweeter, which deliver exceptional dispersion and clarity. Its portfolio spans high-end floorstanders, bookshelves, and compact systems across series like Vela, Solano, and Debut, alongside turntables such as the Miracord lineup, subwoofers, and electronics including amplifiers and DACs. This broad yet speaker-centric range caters to discerning setups from entry-level to reference-grade.
Positioned as a high-end mainstay with mid-tier accessibility, Elac commands respect among audiophiles for its precise German engineering, balancing value and performance without chasing boutique exclusivity. Under John's enduring leadership, it sustains a reputation for dynamic, transparent sound that rivals elite competitors, appealing to knowledgeable buyers seeking timeless quality over fleeting trends.
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