Wharfedale EVO 5.1
Wharfedale EVO 5.1 Bookshelf Speaker
- Detailed, airy AMT tweeter for crisp high-frequency clarity
- Kevlar driver for tight, controlled mid/bass response
- Wide soundstage despite bookshelf size
- Strong bass performance for its class; handles low end without large sub easily
- Smooth, natural tonality — not overly bright or harsh
- Solid build quality; well-damped cabinet reduces unwanted resonance
- Flexible placement thanks to the port design (handles near-wall better than many)
- Good pairing with medium power amps; doesn’t demand huge wattage
- Aesthetic design — stylish finish that blends into decor well
- Slightly modest sensitivity, so louder volume needs more power compared to high-efficiency models
2-way bookshelf speaker
bass reflex
2-way
5"(130mm) Black Woven Kevlar Cone
35 x 70mm AMT
No
87dB
25-100W
98dB
4Ω (8Ω compatible)
3.4Ω
56Hz – 24kHz
46Hz
2.7kHz
11.5L
340mm
220mm
(285 + 40)mm
610 * 415 * 455mm
8.0kg/pcs
20.5kg/ctn
Walnut/Black Oak Veneer
rubber feet
A Distinctive Approach to High Frequencies
AMT Tweeter for Precision and Detail: In developing the new EVO 5 series, Wharfedale has further evolved the cutting-edge Air Motion Transformer (AMT). The AMT is a type of high-frequency driver used in speakers, known for its exceptional accuracy, speed, and low distortion compared to traditional dome treble units.
Instead of using a conventional dome or cone to push air forward, an AMT uses a pleated diaphragm made of an ultra-thin, lightweight material (often a polymer film). Strong magnets are positioned on either side of the diaphragm, creating a powerful magnetic field. When an audio signal is passed through the conductive traces, the diaphragm is energised, causing the pleats to contract and expand. As the pleats move, they "squeeze" and "expand" the air between them, pushing it out in a highly controlled and eficient manner. This method allows the AMT to move four times more air than a traditional dome tweeter of the same surface area, leading to lower distortion (since the diaphragm moves less than a typical dome or ribbon), faster transient response (due to the lightweight material and minimal movement), wider frequency range and better dispersion.
The EVO 5 AMT goes further with Revolutionary Sound
Absorption and Damping Enhancements
A new sound-absorbing material, Silentweave™, has been added to the cavity behind the diaphragm to reduce sound wave reflection and sound colouration inside the speaker. This material, a combination of cotton and felt fibre, was specially developed for the EVO 5 series.
All EVO 5 drive units benefit from a new acoustic damping frame called ResoFrame™, made from elastomer and visible as a cog-like shape within the driver’s front panel. In the case of the AMT, an additional elastomer damping gasket between the diaphragm and the front plate further reduces mechanical resonances and smooths the response, especially in the important lower treble band.
These Internal Acoustic enhancements minimise unwanted sound colouration, ensuring a purer, more natural sonic signature. This smoother treble response delivers a listening experience that is crisp, controlled, and devoid of harshness.
Lower-Midrange and Bass Refinements for Unparalleled Vocal Reproduction
Enhanced Midrange: A new technique, labelled Resoseal™, sees a thin mass ring of elastomer applied to the rear of the cone where it meets the surround. This further optimises midrange frequency response, allowing vocals to sound richer, more natural, and more emotionally engaging. This subtle yet critical enhancement ensures a refined and immersive listening experience.
Reengineered Cabinetry for Superior Resonance Control
Each model in the EVO 5 series now features an optimally increased internal cabinet volume. The expanded cabinet volume contributes to deeper bass extension and improved overall sound dispersion, creating a more immersive and expansive audio field.
The inclusion of a hybrid plinth, which combines metal and wood elements of the cabinet’s details, enhances structural integrity and reduces unwanted vibrations. This innovative base ensures that sound remains clean and uncoloured, free from external resonance artefacts.
EVO 5 Stands
For the EVO 5.1 and EVO 5.2 loudspeakers, specially designed stands are offered to ensure the perfect synergy between form and function. Crafted from high-carbon steel, these stands provide exceptional strength and stability while effectively minimising unwanted vibrations and interactions with floor surfaces that could compromise sound quality.
Engineered with precision, they position the loudspeakers at the ideal listening height, ensuring an immersive and well-balanced audio experience across various seating positions. Their understated yet elegant design seamlessly complements the aesthetic of the EVO 5 series, maintaining the refined and sophisticated appeal of the speakers themselves.
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