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Introducing Wharfedale - EVO4.2 - Bookshelf Speakers, the ultimate upgrade to your audio experience. Boasting a 3-way design with AMT treble, soft fabric dome midrange, and black woven Kevlar cone bass drivers, these speakers deliver an unrivaled range of sound. Ideal for medium-sized listening spaces, EVO4.2 offers dynamic performance with a wide dispersion and linear response. The stylish radiused edges and innovative multi-layer sandwich construction beautifully blend with your room's aesthetics while producing outstanding acoustics. Wharfedale’s advanced PLSP slot-loading technology ensures amazing sound wherever you choose to place them. Ignite the next evolution of your auditory journey with EVO4.2, designed to leave you astounded with their precision and superior sound quality. Meticulously crafted to level up your listening experience, these speakers are built to push the boundaries of high fidelity sound. Explore the magic of music with Wharfedale EVO4.2.

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Wharfedale - EVO4.2 - Bookshelf Speaker

Behold the evolution of an iconic audio classic: the Wharfedale - EVO4.2 - Bookshelf Speaker. Exquisite in style and outstanding in performance, the EVO4.2 is crafted to awaken your senses and transform your listening experience. Its delicately tuned 30*60mm AMT treble driver, 50mm soft fabric dome midrange driver, and heart-pounding 150mm black woven Kevlar cone bass driver, make this 3-way bookshelf loudspeaker a premium pedigree of exceptional audio reproduction. This opulent acoustic titan boasts a larger chassis, measuring 450 x 250 x 340 -10mm, making it a perfect fit for medium-sized listening spaces whilst offering an even wider dynamic range than its precursors. Customized in three elegant finishes - Black, White, and Walnut, it carries the essence of refined design and superior acoustics. Embrace every note, every sound, every rhythm with Wharfedale's EVO4.2 - a product stemming from decades of audio craftsmanship and a passionate dedication to innovation. This isn’t just a speaker; it’s a sonic revolution waiting to redefine your relationship with music. Wharfedale - a trusted name in high-fidelity audio wants to show you the true potential of music and take you closer to the heart of pure and authentic sound. Therefore, they have used nothing but the best from their flagship model Elysian and packed it into this phenomenal step-up series speaker. Experience supreme sound reproduction that's not only musically rich but also admirably efficient while looking great - because in Wharfedale’s vision, meticulous design aesthetics meet unparalleled sound technology. With the EVO4.2, get ready to dive into a new level of audio realism which transports you right into your favourite beats, thanks to PLSP technology, and enjoy the sweet spot wherever you are in the room. It's high time you reinvent your music journey with Wharfedale.

Features

  1. Optimized AMT Treble Driver: Emphasizing high-frequency response, the EVO4.2 is equipped with a cutting-edge 30*60mm AMT treble driver. This highly sensitive driver ensures exquisite detailing in high-end frequencies for a vibrant and clear melody output.

  2. Soft Fabric Dome Midrange Driver: EVO4.2 features a 50mm soft fabric dome midrange driver which produces outstanding audio clarity in the mid-frequency range. Catering to pleasingly warm and superbly balanced audio production.

  3. Robust Kevlar Cone Bass Driver: The outstanding 150mm black woven Kevlar cone bass driver maximizes low-frequency performance resulting in deep, resonant bass that enhances the rhythm of your music.

  4. Elegantly Designed Chassis: At 450 x 250 x 340 -10mm, the EVO4.2's larger and visually striking chassis perfectly fits medium-sized listening spaces while amplifying the aesthetic charm of any room decor.

  5. Three Premium Finishes: Make a style statement with three elegant speaker finishes- sleek Black, pristine White, and classic Walnut. All to complement your unique taste and interior design preference.

  6. PLSP Technology: The EVO4.2 employs PLSP slot-loading technology that harmoniously equalizes cabinet and room pressure, delivering consistent, superb quality sound irrespective of where the speakers are situated.

  7. Fortitude of Wharfedale: Rejoice in Wharfedale's rich legacy of audio craftsmanship combined with innovative technology imbued in every EVO4.2 bookshelf speaker.

Benefits

  1. Captivating High-Frequency Fidelity: With the 30*60mm AMT treble driver, experience lifelike audio reproduction of high-frequency sound notes engaging you more deeply with your favorite tracks.

  2. Balanced Mid-Range Performance: Studded with a 50mm fabric dome midrange driver, EVO4.2 delivers an immaculate balance in mid-frequency sounds that brings forth every instrument's tone with precision.

  3. Resounding Bass: Embrace a profound audio experience powered by a 150mm Kevlar cone bass driver that injects impassioned, heart-thumping bass into your soundtracks.

  4. Aesthetic Excellence: Housing cutting-edge technology within a visually appealing chassis, EVO4.2 stands as a testament of Wharfedale's commitment to combining unparalleled acoustic performance with exceptional design ethos.

  5. Versatile Design Choices: Specially engineered in three finishes, the EVO4.2 bookshelf speaker serves as a stylish audio accessory that enhances your space's visual allure alongside delivering refined audio performance.

  6. Optimal Sound Quality in All Room Conditions: Your room's size and layout are no longer limitations for the ultimate sound experience, thanks to the PLSP slot-loading technology that delivers optimized audio reproduction no matter where the speakers are positioned.

  7. Elevated Music Experience: With Wharfedale's decades-long tradition of rendering superior quality sound systems, the EVO4.2 ensures that you enjoy an engaging, immersive, and enriching music experience at all times.

Specifications

  • Product Name: Wharfedale - EVO4.2 - Bookshelf Speakers
  • Available Finishes: Black, White and Walnut
  • Configuration: 3-way bookshelf loudspeaker
  • Transducer Complement: 3-way
  • Treble Driver: 30*60mm AMT
  • Midrange Driver: 50mm soft fabric dome
  • Bass Driver: 150mm black woven Kevlar® cone
  • Enclosure Type: Bass reflex
  • AV Shield: No
  • Chassis Dimensions: 450mm x 250mm x 340mm (+10mm)
  • Net Weight: 13.4kg per piece
  • Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1M): 87dB
  • Recommended Amplifier Power: 25-120W
  • Peak SPL: 105dB
  • Nominal Impedance: 8Ω Compatible
  • Minimum Impedance: 4Ω
  • Frequency Response (+/-3dB): 54Hz ~ 22kHz
  • Bass Extension (-6dB): 48Hz
  • Crossover Frequency: 1.4kHz,3.9kHz
  • Key Features: AMT (Air Motion Transformer) Technology, Radiused Edges, Unique Chamber Design, Slot-loading Technology
  • Best Suited For: Medium-sized listening spaces

In conclusion, the Wharfedale - EVO4.2 - Bookshelf Speaker is the ultimate revival of a cherished audio classic, astutely crafted to redefine your auditory experience and appeal to your aesthetic sensibilities. This sophisticated instrument of sound is the epitome of expert design and impressive acoustics, integrating the best elements from the Elysian to unveil an intensified dynamic range encompassed in an irresistibly sleek style. With the EVO4.2, your listening sessions are destined to be immersive, transcending boundaries of spatial restrictions and leading you right into the heart of genuine, pure sound. Don't just listen to music- encounter it as it was meant to be served, right from the composer's heart to your intimate living space, with the EVO4.2. Because with Wharfedale, we believe in not just creating speakers, but curating experiences that resonate with your soul.

To hear a difference in your favorite tracks, and bring the best out of your Hi-Fi system, find us at the Audio Tailor - Australia's number one Hi-Fi Store or directly contact us by phone at 1300 308 711 or send us an email at sales@theaudiotailor.com.au to further inquire about, or purchase this simply sound-defining Wharfedale - EVO4.2 - Bookshelf Speaker. Wharfedale and The Audio Tailor are with you in this pursuit of sonic excellence, introducing you to the power of music through impactful, revealing, and beautiful audio equipment. This is the moment to write a new chapter of your audio journey, we are here, ready to guide you to that perfect sound.

ℹ Specifications
Product Name Wharfedale - EVO4.2 - Bookshelf Speakers
Available Finishes Black, White and Walnut
Configuration 3-way bookshelf loudspeaker
Transducer Complement 3-way
Treble Driver 30*60mm AMT
Midrange Driver 50mm soft fabric dome
Bass Driver 150mm black woven Kevlar® cone
Enclosure Type Bass reflex
AV Shield No
Chassis Dimensions 450mm x 250mm x 340mm (+10mm)
Net Weight 13.4kg per piece
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1M) 87dB
Recommended Amplifier Power 25-120W
Peak SPL 105dB
Nominal Impedance 8Ω Compatible
Minimum Impedance 4Ω
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) 54Hz ~ 22kHz
Bass Extension (-6dB) 48Hz
Crossover Frequency 1.4kHz,3.9kHz
Key Features AMT (Air Motion Transformer) Technology, Radiused Edges, Unique Chamber Design, Slot-loading Technology
Best Suited For Medium-sized listening spaces
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