The Wharfedale EVO 5.2 ranks #65 out of 157 total Large Size Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Wharfedale
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#65 Wharfedale EVO 5.2: $1,299.00 per pair Estimated Wharfedale eBay
Smaller model: the Wharfedale EVO 5.1 (estimated 3.9/5).
Larger models: the Wharfedale EVO 5.3 (estimated 4.2/5) and the Wharfedale EVO 5.4 (estimated 4.3/5).
Pros: Large 3-way bookshelf speaker in the EVO 5 series pairing a 6.5-inch woven Kevlar woofer with a 2-inch soft dome midrange and a 35x70mm AMT ribbon tweeter. The dedicated midrange dome ensures clear vocal intelligibility and reduced Doppler distortion compared to 2-way designs.
Cons: Rating estimated based on EVO 5 series sibling testing. Cabinet depth of 350mm requires heavy-duty speaker stands and placement away from rear walls.
How it compares: Just above it: Monitor Audio Silver RX1 - $624 cheaper, 1Hz higher bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: Buchardt S400 MK3 - $1001 more, 1Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 48Hz (manufacturer specified) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-6dB) | 40Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 17.9”H x 10”W x 13.8”D (455 x 255 x 350 mm) |
| Drivers | 35x70mm AMT ribbon tweeter, 2” (50mm) soft dome midrange, 6.5” (165mm) woven Kevlar cone woofer |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz - 24kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal, 8 ohm compatible (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 88dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 29.5 lbs (13.4 kg) each |
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