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Elipson Horus 6B Active BT
The active version of our iconic Horus 6B bookshelf speaker combines eleganceacoustic performance, and modern connectivity. With its built-in 2 × 50 W RMS amplification and wide range of connections, it delivers a rich and versatile listening experience without the need for an external amplifier. Whether you’re playing vinylconnecting your TV, or streaming via Bluetooth, the Horus 6B Active BT is the ideal all-in-one solution to enjoy your music in style
The Horus 6B Active BT embodies Elipson’s philosophy: offering an accessibleelegant, and versatile audiophile solution. Designed with a bass-reflex configuration for enhanced low-frequency extension, this 2-way speaker features a 130 mm mid-bass driver made of cellulose pulp reinforced with fiberglass and a 25 mm silk dome tweeter driven by a neodymium magnet, ensuring a richprecise, and natural sound reproduction
Its built-in stereo amplification of 2 × 50 W RMS eliminates the need for an external amplifier while delivering impressive dynamics
Its comprehensive connectivity makes it perfectly adaptable to any situation:
- Phono MM input: connect a turntable directly without needing an external preamp.
- AUX input (500 mV): connect any analog source, such as an audiophile player or CD player.
- USB Audio input (24-bit / 96 kHz): connect your computer for high-definition playback.
- Optical & Coaxial inputs (24-bit / 192 kHz): ideal for digital players, TVs, or gaming consoles.
- TV/ARC input: simplified connection to your TV, with volume control via the TV remote.
- Bluetooth 5.0 with APTX HD: stream your music wirelessly in high quality from a smartphone or tablet.
- Subwoofer output (150 Hz / 12 dB / Oct): add a subwoofer to reinforce bass in large rooms or for home theater use.
Compact and refined, the Horus 6B Active BT comes with all necessary accessories: power cable3-meter speaker cable, and remote control. With automatic standby after 20 minutes, it combines performance and energy efficiency
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The Elipson Horus 6B Active BT pairs a notably smooth midrange and a polite, airy silk-dome treble with extensive digital sources, producing cohesive imaging and effortless listening. Reviewers at What Hi‑Fi? praise its easygoing, unfussy character, though dynamics and bass weight are deliberately restrained compared with class leaders.
Pros
- Smooth, agreeable midrange that keeps vocals and arrangements cohesive and well-managed.
- Polite, non‑fatiguing treble from the silk‑dome tweeter that tames harshness.
- Easy compatibility with real-world kit — sounds unfussy and pairs well with mid-range amplifiers.
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Cons
- Bass is described as soft and tubby, with limited weight and tendency to go flabby near walls.
- Lacks drive and rhythmic punch compared with class-leading rivals, limiting excitement and musical insight.
- Conservative, unobtrusive styling can come across as plain rather than premium.
Sound Quality
82/100
Bass
78/100
13cm woofer in a bass-reflex cabinet gives the Horus 6B reasonable low‑end extension for a small bookshelf, but reviewers call it 'soft' and 'tubby' with a tendency to go flabby near walls. The ported design suggests some boost versus sealed peers, but the measured/respected response is more polite than authoritative.
Mid
85/100
Reviewers praise a 'smooth, agreeable midrange' with cohesive presentation and good organisation of vocals and arrangements. A few thin/lean recordings lose some character, but overall timbre and vocal presence are strengths for the price.
Treble
84/100
The 25mm silk-dome tweeter smooths over harshness and keeps the top end pleasant and non-fatiguing. Detail and air are adequate without being aggressively forward; reviewers note a polite, restrained treble that avoids sibilance.
Soundstage Imaging
84/100
Imaging is described as organised and airy, producing a coherent sound image with good focus for a compact speaker. The presentation is reserved rather than expansive, but still delivers satisfying stereo organisation and instrument placement.
Dynamics
75/100
Built-in 2x50W amps give decent loudness, but reviewers say the speakers 'lack the drive' and can be outpaced for rhythm and punch by class leaders. Dynamics feel restrained, contributing to a more laid-back delivery.
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Build Quality
78/100
Finishes and styling are unobtrusive and restrained; reviewers found the look somewhat plain and less premium than some rivals. Internals (driver choice, two-way crossover) are sensible, but aesthetic execution leans conservative.
Features Connectivity
92/100
Active design with wide connectivity: optical, coaxial, USB audio, phono MM, ARC/TV input, aptX HD Bluetooth and a subwoofer output. That extensive input set and built-in amplification make the Horus 6B very flexible for many sources.
Value for Money
78/100
At €499 the speakers offer attractive built-in amplification and broad connectivity, but reviewers say they can be bettered by class leaders sonically. Good feature set for the price, though performance is conservative compared with top competitors in the same band.
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