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EMP Tek EF50T Speaker System Review

by Tom Andry — last modified May 01, 2008 09:05

EMP Tek EF50T Speaker System

Summary

Product Name: EF50T Speaker System
Manufacturer: EMP Tek
Performance Rating:
Value Rating:
Review Date: April 11, 2008
MSRP: $1929.96

Specifications

EF50T - Tower Speaker

Frequency Response: 80Hz - 20kHz ±3dB
Sensitivity : 87dV (2.83V@1m)
Recommended Power: 50-150 Watts
Woofer: Four 4" Aluminized Fiberglass Matrix
Tweeter: 1" Poly Silk Dome
Impedance: 8 Ohms
Crossover Frequencies: 3000 Hz
Video Shielding: Yes
Dimensions: 5" x 40" x 6.5" (W,H,D); Bass 9" x .75" x 11.5" (W,H,D)
Finish: Black
Weight: 28.15 lbs
Interchangeable Faceplates

EF50 - Bookshelf Speaker

Frequency Response: 100Hz - 20kHz ±3dB
Sensitivity : 84dV (2.83V@1m)
Recommended Power: 35-150 Watts
Woofer: 4" Aluminized Fiberglass Matrix
Tweeter: 1" Poly Silk Dome
Impedance: 6 Ohms
Crossover Frequencies: 3000 Hz
Video Shielding: Yes
Dimensions: 5" x 8.5" x 6.5" (W,H,D)
Finish: Black
Weight: 5.3 lbs
Interchangeable Faceplates

EF50C - Center Speaker

Frequency Response: 100Hz - 20kHz ±3dB
Sensitivity : 85dV (2.83V@1m)
Recommended Power: 35-120 Watts
Woofer: Dual 4" Aluminized Fiberglass Matrix
Tweeter: 1" Poly Silk Dome
Impedance: 8 Ohms
Crossover Frequencies: 3000 Hz
Video Shielding: Yes
Dimensions: 5" x 14" x 6.5" (W,H,D)
Finish: Black
Weight: 9.15 lbs
Interchangeable Faceplates

E10s - Subwoofer

Subwoofer: 10” (254mm) Compressed Cellulose Composite
Amplified Power: 100 Watts
Frequency Response: 30Hz - 150kHz ±3dB
Crossover Frequency: 50 - 150Hz
Dimensions: 14.5” W X 13” H x 14.5” D (368mm W x 330mm H x 368mm)
Weight: 27 lbs. (12.2 kg)

Pros

Detailed sound
Incredible dynamic range
Flexible aesthetics
Easy placement
Impressive low end for such a small sub

Cons

Grills/Faceplates fit too loosely
Some information lost near crossover point
Limited bass extension requires high crossover point
A bit of roll off at the top end

Introduction

While the EMP EF50 speaker system does sacrifice a bit of performance at the altar of aesthetics, it is very little performance for a whole lot of aesthetic gain. The tiny sub belies its performance and impact and the surround speakers sound too good to be surrounds. The removable faceplates may be a bit gimmicky, but it's a good gimmick. If this is your first foray into home theater and you want to do it right this is the set for you.