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Wharfedale EVO4.2 vs Wharfedale Reva 2 Comparison

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Wharfedale EVO4.2

Passive Bookshelf | 54-22k Hz

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Wharfedale EVO4.2 vs Wharfedale Reva 2 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing EVO4.2 and Reva 2, two Passive Bookshelf speakers by Wharfedale

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Wharfedale EVO4.2 and Wharfedale Reva 2 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Wharfedale EVO4.2 Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1.18x2.36" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter
  • 2" Midrange
  • 6.5" Kevlar Woofer
  • 54-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:25-120watts
  • Weight:13.40kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 455.0" x 9.8" x 13.7"( 455.0 x 250.0 x 350.0mm )

Wharfedale Reva 2 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Dome Tweeter
  • 5" Woven Glass Fiber Woofer
  • 48-20k Hz Frequency Response
  • 86 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:20-80watts
  • Weight:7.82kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 358.0" x 7-7/8" x 12-13/16"( 358.0 x 201.0 x 326.0mm )

What size room are the Wharfedale EVO4.2 and Wharfedale Reva 2 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:

Listening Environment* Wharfedale EVO4.2 Wharfedale Reva 2
Near-field Poor Average
Small Room Average Good
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Average Poor
Very Large Room Poor Bad

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Wharfedale EVO4.2 and Wharfedale Reva 2 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that EVO4.2 is a 3-way design whereas the Reva 2 is a 2-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Driver Wharfedale EVO4.2 Wharfedale Reva 2
Driver Setup 3-way 2-way
Tweeter 1.18x2.36-inch 1-inch
Midrange 1 x 2-inch -
Woofer 1 x 6.5-inch 1 x 5-inch

EVO4.2 features a 1.18x2.36" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter , a 2" Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, the Reva 2 features a 1" woven textile Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Woven Glass Fiber Woofer .

Frequency Response

EVO4.2 has a frequency range of 54-22k Hz whereas Reva 2 has a frequency range of 48-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 48Hz, the Reva 2 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the EVO4.2's min frequency of 54Hz.

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

Bookshelf Speakers

EVO4.2
Reva 2
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Wharfedale EVO4.2
Wharfedale Reva 2
Min
Average
Max

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

EVO4.2 and Reva 2 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. EVO4.2 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Reva 2's is at 86 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Wharfedale EVO4.2 a more sensitive speaker compared to Wharfedale Reva 2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

EVO4.2
Reva 2
Min
Average
Max

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.

EVO4.2 can handle a max power of 120 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Reva 2 has a max power handling value of 80 watts RMS, 40 watts less than the EVO4.2.

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

Both EVO4.2 and Reva 2 features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.

Wharfedale Reva 2Post Terminals
Wharfedale Reva 2's Post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both EVO4.2 and Reva 2 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 EVO4.2's and Wharfedale Reva 2's external dimensions. Wharfedale EVO4.2 has external dimensions of 455.0 x 250.0 x 350.0mm ( 17.9 x 9.8 x 13.7inch) whereas Wharfedale Reva 2 has external dimensions of 358.0 x 201.0 x 326.0mm ( 14-1/16 x 7-7/8 x 12-13/16inch) .

Wharfedale EVO4.2 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 49mm wider, 97mm taller and 24mm deeper than Wharfedale Reva 2.

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 EVO4.2 is approximately 875.0cm2 / 135.6inch2 and base area of the Wharfedale Reva 2 is approximately 655.3cm2 / 101.6inch2. The EVO4.2 requires 34% more surface area than the Reva 2 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 Wharfedale EVO4.2 weighs 13.40kg / 29.5lbs and the Wharfedale Reva 2 weighs 7.82kg / 17.2lbs. This makes the EVO4.2 71% heavier than the Reva 2.

Here is a comparison of how EVO4.2 and Reva 2's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Wharfedale EVO4.2
Wharfedale Reva 2
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of Wharfedale EVO4.2?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of EVO4.2:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 4 Jumper-bars (pre-installed)
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • Pair of white cloth gloves
  • User Manual
  • What's in the Box of Wharfedale Reva 2?

    Here are the items that come with the Reva 2:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles (pre-installed)
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • 4 Jumper bars (pre-installed)
  • Pair of white gloves
  • User-feets Manual

  • Reasons to choose Wharfedale EVO4.2 over Wharfedale Reva 2
    Max Input Power 120 watts vs 80 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
    Sensitivity 88 dB vs 86 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs 5 inches Larger woofer
    High Frequency Response 22k Hz vs 20k Hz Generates higher frequency

    Reasons to choose Wharfedale Reva 2 over Wharfedale EVO4.2

    Low Frequency Response 48 Hz vs 54 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Height 358mm vs 455mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 655cm2 vs 875cm2 Takes less floor space
    Wharfedale EVO4.2 vs Wharfedale Reva 2 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Wharfedale EVO4.2 Wharfedale Reva 2
    Brand Wharfedale Wharfedale
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Power Range 25-120 watts 20-80 watts
    Sensitivity 88 dB 86 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Impedance 4 ohms n/a
    Frequency Response 54-22k Hz 48-20k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 6.5" 5"
    Woofer Composition Kevlar Woven Glass Fiber
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1.18x2.36" 1"
    Tweeter Type AMT (Ribbon) Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver 2" No
    Firing Direction bottom bottom
    Physical Specs
    Height 455.0mm (17.9") 358.0mm (14.1")
    Width 250.0mm (9.8") 201.0mm (7.9")
    Depth 350.0mm (13.8") 326.0mm (12.8")
    Weight 13.40kg (29.5lbs) 7.82kg (17.2lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Wood-veneer Wood composite laminate
    Available Colors Walnut,Black,White Walnut, Black
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Recommended Stand Height 18-22" 24"
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs Yes Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years

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