Short answer: the Wharfedale EVO 5.4. Both are rated 4.3/5 for sound quality (#70 and #66 of 226 floorstanding speakers), and the Wharfedale EVO 5.4 costs $2,299 against $2,699 for the PSB Imagine T65, with sound quality a draw, the lower price decides it.
The case for the PSB Imagine T65: Three-way design with dual 6.5” woven carbon fiber woofers delivers genuinely strong, extended low end for a $2699 tower: among the better performers Erin has measured in this price class. The catch: Noticeable dip in the midrange/crossover region that Erin flagged as affecting dialogue and vocal clarity, though he notes a couple bands of EQ smooths it out.
What the Wharfedale EVO 5.4 does well: Flagship 3-way floorstander in the EVO 5 line equipped with dual 6.5-inch Kevlar woofers, a 2-inch soft dome midrange, and a 35x70mm AMT ribbon tweeter. Watch for: Rating estimated based on EVO 5 series sibling testing.
Buy the Wharfedale EVO 5.4. Both are rated the same for sound quality, and it costs $400 less than the PSB Imagine T65.
Worth knowing: the Wharfedale EVO 5.4 has not been measured yet. Its rating is estimated from related models, with a likely range of 4.1 to 4.5, so treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| PSB Imagine T65 | Wharfedale EVO 5.4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,699 per pair | $2,299.00 per pair |
| Ranked | #66 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers | #70 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers Estimated |
| Drivers | 1” titanium dome tweeter, 5.25” woven carbon fiber midrange, 2x 6.5” woven carbon fiber woofers | 35x70mm AMT ribbon tweeter, 2” (50mm) soft dome midrange, 2 x 6.5” (165mm) woven Kevlar woofers |
| Crossover Frequency | 600Hz & 2000Hz, 4th-order Linkwitz-Riley | - |
| Dimensions | 38.8” x 8.4” x 13.5” (986 x 213 x 343 mm) | 41.7”H x 10”W x 13.8”D (1060 x 255 x 350 mm) |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs (20 kg) each | 56.4 lbs (25.6 kg) each |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal (3.3 ohms minimum measured by Erin’s Audio Corner; manufacturer specifies 4 ohms minimum) | 4 ohms nominal, 8 ohm compatible (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 85.1dB (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Recommended Power | 20-200W | - |
| Enclosure | Vented: dual rear slot ports, individual woofer chambers | - |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 47Hz (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 38Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 26Hz (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) | - |
| Frequency Response | 28Hz - 20kHz (±1.5dB, manufacturer specified) | 38Hz - 24kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.29 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.51 | - |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-6dB) | - | 32Hz (manufacturer specified) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
PSB Imagine T65: $2,699 per pair PSB Speakers eBay
Same family: the PSB Imagine B50 (bookshelf, rated 3.7/5) and the PSB Imagine T54 (smaller floorstanding, ranked lower, estimated 4.2/5).
Pros: Three-way design with dual 6.5” woven carbon fiber woofers delivers genuinely strong, extended low end for a $2699 tower: among the better performers Erin has measured in this price class. Distortion shows a clean second-order character with clear separation from third-order all the way up to 96 dB, indicating a well-controlled motor. Compression data shows enhancement rather than compression below about 50-60 Hz, so the bass can sound louder as you turn it up rather than choking off. Wide, forgiving vertical listening window (about ±25°) thanks to the 3-way layout, giving more seating and placement flexibility than most towers. Plenty of dynamic headroom for home theater use or a two-channel system: 100W drove it comfortably in Erin’s room. Measured bass extension of 47Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 85.1dB.
Cons: Noticeable dip in the midrange/crossover region that Erin flagged as affecting dialogue and vocal clarity, though he notes a couple bands of EQ smooths it out. Some horizontal dispersion mismatch (about 10-15° of ballooning between 1-3 kHz) between the midrange and tweeter can add extra perceived attack or detail if your room’s sidewalls are reflective. Dips to 4 ohms, so it wants an amplifier comfortable driving a 4-ohm load. Distortion climbs above 3% around 60 Hz at 96 dB, though it’s benign second-order distortion.
Full PSB Imagine T65 review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 26Hz (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 47Hz (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Crossover Frequency | 600Hz & 2000Hz, 4th-order Linkwitz-Riley |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 38.8” x 8.4” x 13.5” (986 x 213 x 343 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” titanium dome tweeter, 5.25” woven carbon fiber midrange, 2x 6.5” woven carbon fiber woofers |
| Enclosure | Vented: dual rear slot ports, individual woofer chambers |
| Frequency Response | 28Hz - 20kHz (±1.5dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal (3.3 ohms minimum measured by Erin’s Audio Corner; manufacturer specifies 4 ohms minimum) |
| Recommended Power | 20-200W |
| Sensitivity | 85.1dB (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.29 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.51 |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs (20 kg) each |
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Wharfedale EVO 5.4: $2,299.00 per pair Estimated Wharfedale eBay
Same family: the Wharfedale EVO 5.1 (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3.9/5), the Wharfedale EVO 5.2 (larger bookshelf, estimated 4.1/5), the Wharfedale EVO 5.3 (smaller floorstanding, ranked lower, estimated 4.2/5) and the Wharfedale EVO 5.C (center, estimated 4/5). See every Wharfedale EVO generation.
Pros: Flagship 3-way floorstander in the EVO 5 line equipped with dual 6.5-inch Kevlar woofers, a 2-inch soft dome midrange, and a 35x70mm AMT ribbon tweeter. Features slot-loaded distributed porting, delivering low-end reach down to 38Hz (-3dB) and 108dB peak SPL output.
Cons: Rating estimated based on EVO 5 series sibling testing. Substantial enclosure size (1060mm height, 25.6 kg) benefits from placement in medium-to-large listening spaces.
Full Wharfedale EVO 5.4 review and specifications →
| Released | May 2025 (1 year ago) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 38Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-6dB) | 32Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 41.7”H x 10”W x 13.8”D (1060 x 255 x 350 mm) |
| Drivers | 35x70mm AMT ribbon tweeter, 2” (50mm) soft dome midrange, 2 x 6.5” (165mm) woven Kevlar woofers |
| Frequency Response | 38Hz - 24kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal, 8 ohm compatible (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 56.4 lbs (25.6 kg) each |
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