In this review, we will be comparing Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0, two Passive Bookshelf speakers by Wharfedale Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Wharfedale 11.0 and Wharfedale 11.0 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0 are members of Wharfedale's Diamond 11 series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Wharfedale Diamond 11 Series History
What size room are the Wharfedale 11.0 and Wharfedale 11.0 speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Wharfedale 11.0 and Wharfedale 11.0 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0 are 2-way speakers.
Driver |
Wharfedale 11.0 |
Wharfedale 11.0 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
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Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
Woofer
|
1 x 4-inch
|
1 x 4-inch
|
Diamond 11.0 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Woven Kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, the Diamond 11.0 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Woven Kevlar Woofer .
Frequency Response
Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0 has exactly the same frequency range of 75-20k Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms and their sensitivity is also same at 85 dB.
Sensitivity
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Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0 has the same power range of 15-75 watts.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Diamond 11.0 features 5-way post type posts and Diamond 11.0 has a 5-way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0 have bottom firing ports.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Wharfedale 11.0's and Wharfedale 11.0's external dimensions. Wharfedale 11.0 has external dimensions of 256.0 x 158.0 x 181.0mm ( 10-1/16 x 6-3/16 x 7-1/8inch) whereas Wharfedale 11.0 has external dimensions of 256.0 x 158.0 x 181.0mm ( 10-1/16 x 6-3/16 x 7-1/8inch) .
In this case, we can see that Wharfedale 11.0 and Wharfedale 11.0 have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Wharfedale 11.0 and Wharfedale 11.0 in scale.
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 Wharfedale 11.0 is approximately 286.0cm2 / 44.3inch2 and base area of the Wharfedale 11.0 is approximately 286.0cm2 / 44.3inch2.
Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:
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 Wharfedale 11.0 weighs 3.09kg / 6.8lbs and the Wharfedale 11.0 weighs 3.09kg / 6.8lbs.
Here is a comparison of how Diamond 11.0 and Diamond 11.0's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of Wharfedale 11.0?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Diamond 11.0:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grilles (pre-installed)User-feets ManualInstallation Guide
What's in the Box of Wharfedale 11.0?
Here are the items that come with the Diamond 11.0:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grilles (pre-installed)User-feets ManualInstallation Guide
General |
Wharfedale Diamond 11.0 |
Wharfedale Diamond 11.0 |
Brand |
Wharfedale |
Wharfedale |
Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
Power Range |
15-75 watts |
15-75 watts |
Sensitivity |
85 dB |
85 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
Frequency Response |
75-20k Hz |
75-20k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
4" |
4" |
Woofer Composition |
Woven Kevlar |
Woven Kevlar |
Woofer Surround Material |
Foam |
Foam |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
Tweeter Type |
Soft-Dome |
Soft-Dome |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
Firing Direction |
bottom |
bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
256.0mm (10.1") |
256.0mm (10.1") |
Width |
158.0mm (6.2") |
158.0mm (6.2") |
Depth |
181.0mm (7.1") |
181.0mm (7.1") |
Weight |
3.09kg (6.8lbs) |
3.09kg (6.8lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
MDF/Wood veneer |
MDF/Wood veneer |
Available Colors |
Rosewood |
Rosewood |
Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
Recommended Stand Height |
24-28" |
24-28" |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |