Description of the Wharfedale Evo4.c 2-way Centre Speaker:
The new Wharfedale 2-way Centre Speaker grown out of the extensive research and development that produced the ELYSIAN flagship loudspeakers and borrows much of the technology involved in ELYSIAN.
The primary focus is on AMT development resulting in a radically different way of reproducing high frequency detail efficiently and accurately. Similar cabinet technology to ELYSIAN provides a stable and solid foundation for the drive units with radiused edges to help integrate the driver output with the room acoustics.
In addition the unique SLPP bass reflex system, as developed for ELYSIAN, is now incorporated in EVO4.
Wharfedale Evo 4 range of loudspeakers offer powerful high fidelity for an affordable price. One of the most recent ranges from the highly regarded brand, EVO4 represents the new benchmark for Wharfedale.
Undoubtedly handsome, and built for purpose, the Wharfedale 2-way Centre Speaker are aided with groundbreaking technologies for uncompromising musical performance. Champions of accessible loudspeaker design, Wharfedale Evo 4 series revisits what can be accomplished at such down-to-earth price points with incredible clarity and precision.
Launched in 2019, the EVO4 range presents two bookshelf speakers (Evo 4.1 and 4.2), two floorstanders (Evo 4.3 and 4.4) and a centre speaker designed for home cinema use (4.C).
For high quality, beautifully made speakers for home use, Wharfedale have been the go to brand for many years. The EVO4 continues this strong legacy and shares the same R&D process as the Elysian project to achieve a new benchmark in speaker design.
Visually, the Wharfedale 2-way Centre Speaker share a striking resemblance with each other, with their eloquently crafted wood-veneer cabinets exhuming great style and presence. Bearing in mind both acoustics and aesthetics, Wharfedale EVO 4 speakers offer wonderful sound and a design to suit a range of tastes (with black, walnut and white finishes).
A long history of class-leading speaker concepts coupled with new technological breakthroughs means this is genuinely an evolution of affordable Hi-Fi.
Notably, the Wharfedale 2-way Centre Speaker series employs a specially engineered AMT (Air Motion Transformer) transducer for its proprietary, silky smooth high frequency reproduction.
By design, the AMT allows for a higher volume of air to be moved during a performance than with a convention soft dome tweeter.
This higher-pressure action, encouraged by the principles of AMT design, offers an improved point-source HF reproduction with lower distortion properties than conventional tweeters. This is evident in the stunning and sheer clarity of the musical performance of all of the EVO4 series loudspeakers.
EVO 4.C Centre Speaker:
To create a full AV system, the Wharfedale 2-way Centre Speaker can be paired with all loudspeaker models in the range.
Naturally incorporating the signature technology used throughout the range, this centre speaker is ideal for delivering crystal clear vocals and dynamic on-screen action in home cinema settings.
Each frequency is reproduced with convincing realism.
Accuracy:
Articulate and accurate bass is perfected by the bi-directional weaved Kevlar cones – a material that is naturally self-damping to reduce and distribute resonances to virtually negligible levels.
In addition, a fixed, profiled phase plug ensures smooth acoustic roll off, further aiding integration with the AMT HF unit and mid-range drivers found in the EVO4.2 upwards.
AMT:
The AMT (Air Motion Transformer) high frequency transducer excels above any rival model within this class. The point-source replicating, high volume air movement results in lower distortion and higher accuracy in HF reproduction.
Finely Tuned:
As per the uncompromising workflow and standard of Wharfedale loudspeaker development, hundreds of hours of listening plus custom designed Wharfedale Computer Aided Optimisation technology allows for the fine tuning of the crossover.
Perfecting the combination of the driver selection for ultimate performance.
Versatile in Application:
Refined to appeal to the audiophile and the home-theatre enthusiast alike. Offering supreme performance in tight spaces, with the compact EVO4.1 and 3-way EVO4.3, there is also the option of extension of bass, volume and impact in the 3-way 4.2 or 4.4.
The Wharfedale 2-way Centre Speaker offers enhanced clarity of dialogue while the 4S surround speakers immerse the user in a genuine theatre experience. Whichever model is considered, EVO4 will exceed any expectation.
Specifications of the Wharfedale Evo4.c 2-way Centre Speaker:
| Enclosure Type: |
Bass reflex |
| Trasnducer Complement: |
3-Way |
| Bass Driver: |
135mm black woven Kevlar® cone x 2 |
| Midrange Driver: |
50mm Soft Dome |
| Treble Driver: |
30x60mm AMT |
| AV Shield: |
No |
| Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1M): |
90dB |
| Recommended Amplifier Power: |
25-150W |
| Peak SPL: |
108dB |
| Nominal Impedance: |
8Ω Compatible |
| Minimum Impedance: |
4.3Ω |
| Frequency Response (+/-3dB): |
48Hz ~ 22kHz |
| Bass Extension (-6dB): |
42Hz |
| Crossover Frequency: |
1.5kHz,3.9kHz |
| Dimensions: |
245mm x 750mm x (340+10)mm |
| Net Weight: |
15.8kg/pcs |
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Roger –
I didn’t expect to hear such deep bass from a center speaker. It has very crisp clear highs