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Wharfedale EVO 4.2 has grown out of the extensive research and development that produced the ELYSIAN flagship loudspeakers and borrows much of the technology involved in ELYSIAN.
The new Wharfedale Evo4.2 represents the dawn of a new standard in hi-fi, from Wharfedale – the most famous name in British loudspeakers.
Following the concept of the best-selling EVO series that came before it, EVO4 represents the evolution of affordable high-fidelity audio. More than just a new edition, EVO4 also fuses the EVO concept with trickle-down technology from the new flagship Wharfedale ELYSIAN series – and just like ELYSIAN, EVO4 pushes the boundaries of technology and performance of speakers within this price class. From the cabinet design to the materials employed in its distinct design, EVO4 stands head and shoulders above the competition.
Notably, the Wharfedale EVO4 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.
The primary focus is on the 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 EVO 4.
Wharfedale Evo4.2 – Evolution by design
Taking strong elements from the Flagship ELYSIAN series, EVO 4.2 has groundbreaking research and design embedded in its DNA. A long history of class-leading speaker concepts coupled with new technological breakthroughs means this is genuinely an evolution of affordable Hi-Fi.
Wharfedale Evo4.2 – Beauty with a purpose
The Wharfedale EVO 4.2 cabinet is purpose-designed from the ground-up. Not just the sleek curves, which stand out from the competition, but the materials, composites, internal bracing and damping too, for instance. All of this ensures the sonic character is not compromised by aesthetic. Quite the opposite, in fact.
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.
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.
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
The EVO4 series is refined to appeal to the audiophile and the home-theatre enthusiast alike. Offering supreme performance in tight spaces.
Specifications :
Enclosure Type: bass reflex
Transducer Complement: 3-way
Bass Driver: 6.5"(150mm) black woven Kevlar cone
Midrange Driver: 2"(50mm) soft dome
Treble Driver: 30*60mm AMT
AV Shield: No
Sensitivity: (2.83V @ 1M)87dB
Recommended Amplifier Power: 25-120W
Peak SPL: 105dB
Nominal Impedance: 8? Compatible
Minimum Impedance: 4?
Frequency Response:(+/-3dB)54Hz ~ 22kHz
Bass Extension: (-6dB)48Hz
Crossover Frequency: 1.4kHz,3.9kHz
Dimensions: (HxWxD) 455 x 250 x (340+10)mm
Net Weight: 13.4kg
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Itʼs widely understood that the sound of surround TVs cannot compete with the excitement of a properly designed and equalised home theatre system. But great sound comes at the expense of living space…until now. The wall-hugging RX-FX surround speaker reconciles the problem by providing a convincing, enveloping timbre-consistent surround sound that places you on the edge of your seat and at the heart of the action. Discreet enough to be flush-mounted on side or rear walls, the RX-FX design will blend with the system and your décor so completely youʼll wonder why you ever thought of compromise. Itʼs also immensely flexible sonically, offering direct or diffuse sound effects at the flick of a switch.
System Format: 2 Way
Frequency Response: 60Hz - 35kHz
Sensitivity (1W@1M): 89dB
Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
Maximum SPL (dBA): 111.8
Power Handling (RMS): 80W
Recommended Amplifier Requirements (RMS): 10-80W
Bass Alignment: Sealed Cabinet
Tweeter Crossover Frequency: 2.1kHz
Drive Unit Complement: 1 x 6" RST® Bass/Mid driver.
2 x 1" (25mm) C-CAM® gold dome tweeters
Product External Dimensions:
(H x W x D) 250 x 300 x 120 mm
(9 13/16 x 11 13/16 x 4 3/4 inch)
Individual Weight: 4.69 Kg (10.38 lb)
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The M-1 has been engineered with the same design attributes and ethos as B&Wʼs larger ranges. Perhaps the most striking thing about the M-1 is the weight and strength of its curved aluminium cabinet. This is combined with a strong, glass-loaded ABS front baffle. Together they provide an excellent cabinet: the curved aluminium is stiff and the ABS offers excellent and appropriate damping characteristics.
The M-1ʼs drive units were developed by Bowers & Wilkins specifically for the design. The metal dome tweeter benefits from refinements developed for the new B&W 800 Series and includes Nautilus™ tube loading and neodymium magnets. The glass fibre bass/midrange coneʼs ability to absorb standing waves has been further enhanced by the inclusion of five strategically placed resin filled slots that further minimise distortion.
The result of this detailed cabinet and drive unit engineering has allowed B&Wʼs engineers to borrow another feature from the new 800 Series and utilise the simplest of electronic equalisation in the M-1ʼs crossover. Each of the drive units is fed by only a single, carefully selected component. This approach to crossover design, although painstaking as it relies on optimising all of the physical components in a design, is crucial in achieving its aim of neither adding to nor subtracting from the original signal.
The M-1 is available in three colour options - black, white and silver, each with chromium plated stem and table base.
| Technical features | Metal dome Nautilus™ tweeter |
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| Woven glass fibre cone bass / midrange | | Description | 2-way vented-box system | | Drive units | 1x ø25mm (1 in) metal dome high-frequency |
| 1x ø100mm (4 in) woven glass fibre cone bass / midrange | | Frequency range | -6dB at 72Hz and 50kHz | | Frequency response | 80Hz - 23kHz ±3dB on reference axis | | Dispersion | Within 2dB of reference response | | Horizontal: | over 60º arc | | Vertical: | over 10º arc | | Sensitivity | 85dB spl (2.83V, 1m) | | Harmonic distortion | 2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m) |
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Dimensions | Metric :6-1/4” W x 6-1/2” D x 10-7/8” H | 15.9 x 16.5 x 27.6 cm
Driver Complement :One 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter; One 5-1/4" BDSS bass/midrange drivers; One 5-1/4" pressure coupled bass radiator
Frequency Response :42 Hz – 30 kHz
Impedance :Compatible with 8 Ohms outputs
Sensitivity :91 dB
Recommended Associated Amplifier Power :10 – 200 watts
A/V Receiver Crossover Setting :80 Hz
Inputs :One pair of 5 way binding posts
Available Finishes :Gloss Black; Gloss White
Accessories :Two ¼ 20 insert cover plugs; Tripod base
Mounting Options :Vertically: On Shelf with included tripod base; Equipped with rear ¼ 20 sized thread to accommodate on wall/on ceiling mounting with aftermarket articulating mount (articulating mount not included); Equipped with bottom ¼ 20 sized thread to accommodate ProStand 1000 stand mounting (ProStand 1000 available separately); Equipped with keyhole mounting slot for flush mounting
Packaging :One to a carton
Weight | Metric :6.5 lbs | 2.9 kg
Warranty :5 Years
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Dimensions (mounted on wall without bracket) :27" H x 6" W x 1-1/2" D (68.6cm x 15.2cm x 38mm)
Dimensions (mounted on wall with bracket) :27" H x 6" W x 1-9/16" D (68.6cm x 15.2cm x 40mm)
Dimensions (on table stand) :30" H (76.2cm)
Table-stand base dimensions :8-11/16" W x 4-3/4" D (222mm x 136mm)
Driver complement :2 each 3-1/2" (90mm) XTDD anodized Aluminum dome mid/bass drivers pressure-coupled to 4 each 3-1/2" (90mm) dome low-bass radiators, 1 each 1" (25mm) Pure Aluminum Dome Tweeter
Frequency response (overall on wall) :92Hz – 30kHz
Sensitivity :92dB
Impedance :8 Ohms nominal
Recommended amplifier power :20 - 100 Watts per channel
Enclosure :Extruded Aluminum
Product weight (without table stand) :5.1 lbs. (2.3kg)
Supplied accessories :Smoked glass base table stand, wall mount bracket, adjustable support foot for horizontal shelf placement, magnetic logos
Packaging :One to a carton
Available finishes :High gloss black |
Item Value
System Format: 2 Way
Frequency Response: 55 Hz - 60 kHz
Sensitivity (1W@1M): 86 dB
Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
Maximum S.P.L
(Per pair in room): 109.8 dBA
Power Handling (RMS): 100 W
Recommended Amplifier Requirements (RMS): 50 - 100 W
Bass Alignment: Bass reflex. HiVe port system
Crossover Frequency: 2.3 kHz
Drive Unit Compliment: 1 x 5.5" RST bass/mid-range driver
1 x C-CAM H.F ribbon transducer
External Dimensions excl Stand (H x W x D)
300 x 170 x 263 mm
(11 13/16 x 6 11/16 x 10 3/8 inch)
Weight (each) Excluding stands:
7.5 Kg (16.5 lbs)
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