ELAC BS 142
ELAC BS 142 bookshelf speaker, in a compact format with a height of 26 cm, designed for discreet integration into a hi-fi system.
Description
The BS 142 is a bookshelf speaker from ELAC, a German manufacturer recognised in the field of home acoustics. This type of speaker is intended for indoor use, placed on a piece of furniture or on a stand, to reproduce music in a living room or office.
Its size is deliberately compact: the BS 142 has a height of 26 cm, placing it among compact speakers. This reduced format allows it to be placed in spaces where a floorstanding speaker would be cumbersome, without requiring a large piece of furniture or shelf.
This model is aimed at those seeking a discreet listening solution, to be integrated into a living space without taking up available room. The bookshelf format remains popular for installations where aesthetics and compactness are a priority, while still allowing for a two-channel hi-fi system.
Technical specifications
| Height | 26 cm |
What to check before buying used
With this type of bookshelf speaker, the driver suspension deserves careful examination: the foam or rubber surround can harden, crack or come away with age, which affects the bass response. Also check the condition of the cabinet (veneer, corners, any swelling due to humidity) as well as the cleanliness of the connectors at the rear, sometimes oxidised on an older model. A listening test across the full frequency range allows you to detect any unwanted noise or a torn cone.
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