In this review, we will be comparing F502SP and Elysian 3 R, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Fyne Audio and Wharfedale.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Fyne Audio F502SP and Wharfedale Elysian 3 R first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Fyne Audio F502SP | Wharfedale Elysian 3 R |
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| Brand | Fyne Audio
United Kingdom · founded 2017 | Wharfedale
United Kingdom · founded 1932 |
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| Design | 3-way | 3-way |
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| Tweeter | — | 3.5" AMT |
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| Midrange | — | 6" |
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| Woofer | 8" | 2 x 7" |
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| Frequency response | 30-34k Hz | 44-22k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 92 dB | 89 dB |
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| Impedance | 8 ohms | 4 ohms |
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| Power range | 30- 200 W watts | — |
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| Weight | 30.39kg / 66.9lbs | 28.44kg / 62.6lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 43.7" x 13.3" x 15"
1110.0 x 337.8 x 381.0mm | 41-5/16" x 10-7/16" x 12-7/16"
1049.3 x 265.1 x 315.9mm |
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The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both F502SP and Elysian 3 R are 3-way speakers.
Fyne Audio F502SPWharfedale Elysian 3 R
TweeterMidrangeWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
Fyne Audio F502SP |
Wharfedale Elysian 3 R |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
-inch
|
3.5-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 6-inch |
|
Woofer
|
x 8-inch
|
2 x 7-inch
|
F502SP features a " Tweeter and x 8" Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 250 Hz, 1700 Hz. On the other hand, the Elysian 3 R features a 3.5" AMT Tweeter, a 6" Midrange and 2 x 7" Woofer.
Frequency Response
F502SP has a frequency range of 30-34k Hz whereas Elysian 3 R has a frequency range of 44-22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 30Hz, the F502SP can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Elysian 3 R's min frequency of 44Hz.
The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
F502SP is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Elysian 3 R which has a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. Lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit especially when played at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Elysian 3 R can provide this impedance level.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. F502SP sensitivity is rated at 92 dB and the Elysian 3 R's is rated at 89 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Fyne Audio F502SP a more sensitive speaker compared to Wharfedale Elysian 3 R, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Which plays louder on your amplifier?
Starting with a popular amplifier - change it to the one you own, or any you are
considering, and watch both numbers move.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
F502SP features Binding post type posts and Elysian 3 R has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Physical Specs
The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Fyne Audio F502SP's and Wharfedale Elysian 3 R's external dimensions. Fyne Audio F502SP has external dimensions of 1110.0 x 337.8 x 381.0mm (43.7 x 13.3 x 15inch) whereas Wharfedale Elysian 3 R has external dimensions of 1049.3 x 265.1 x 315.9mm ().
Fyne Audio F502SP is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 72.7mm wider, 60.7mm taller and 65.1mm deeper than Wharfedale Elysian 3 R.
Size, drawn to scale
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.
One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.
Fyne Audio F502SP needs about 54% more floor or shelf area. Fyne Audio F502SP is 65mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall. Fyne Audio F502SP is 61mm taller.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Fyne Audio F502SP is approximately 1287.0cm2 / 199.5inch2 and base area of the Wharfedale Elysian 3 R is approximately 837.5cm2 / 129.8inch2. The F502SP requires 54% more surface area than the Elysian 3 R which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Fyne Audio F502SP weighs 30.39kg / 66.9lbs and the Wharfedale Elysian 3 R weighs 28.44kg / 62.6lbs. This makes the F502SP 7% heavier than the Elysian 3 R.
Here is a comparison of how F502SP and Elysian 3 R's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
 Sensitivity |
92 dB
vs
89 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
4 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
7 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
30 Hz
vs
44 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
34k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
1049mm
vs
1110mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
837cm2
vs
1287cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
Fyne Audio F502SP |
Wharfedale Elysian 3 R |
| Brand |
Fyne Audio |
Wharfedale |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Sensitivity |
92 dB |
89 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
4 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
30-34k Hz |
44-22k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
|
2 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
7" |
| Woofer Composition |
|
|
| Tweeter Size |
- |
3.5" |
| Tweeter Type |
n/a |
AMT |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
6" |
| Crossover Frequency |
250 Hz, 1700 Hz |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1110.0mm (43.7") |
1049.3mm (41.3") |
| Width |
337.8mm (13.3") |
265.1mm (10.4") |
| Depth |
381.0mm (15") |
315.9mm (12.4") |
| Weight |
30.39kg (66.9lbs) |
28.44kg (62.6lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
|
| Finish |
n/a |
MDF/Wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
n/a |
Walnut |
| Grille |
Yes |
n/a |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
|
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
|
5 Years |
No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your amplifier and what you listen to.
| Area | Better | Why |
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| Bass | A | Fyne Audio F502SP digs deeper - 30Hz against 44Hz. |
| Amplifier needs | A | Fyne Audio F502SP is more sensitive (92dB vs 89dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier. |
| Amplifier match | A | Fyne Audio F502SP is the easier load at 8 ohms; the other is 4 ohms and wants an amplifier rated for it. |
| Size | depends | Wharfedale Elysian 3 R is easier to place; Fyne Audio F502SP is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
A Fyne Audio F502SP B Wharfedale Elysian 3 R
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.
Which should you choose?
Fyne Audio F502SP has the edge on paper, though the margin is not large. The rows marked "depends" may matter more to you than the score does. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 44Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. In a large or open-plan room, Fyne Audio F502SP has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Wharfedale Elysian 3 R is the easier speaker to get right.
And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.