In this review, we will be comparing Elysian C and Revel C426Be, two Passive Center Channel speakers from Wharfedale and Revel. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Wharfedale Elysian C and Revel C426Be first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the Wharfedale Elysian C and Revel C426Be 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 Elysian C and Revel C426Be 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 Elysian C and Revel C426Be are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Wharfedale Elysian C |
Revel C426Be |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
27 x 45mm-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 6-inch |
1 x 5-1/4-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 8.5-inch
|
4 x 6.5-inch
|
Elysian C features a 27 x 45mm" Air Motion Transformer (AMT) Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 2 x 8.5" coated fiberglass matrix Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 360Hz and 2900HZ. On the other hand, the Revel C426Be features a 1" beryllium dome with proprietary acoustic lens and waveguide Tweeter , a 5-1/4" Midrange and 4 x 6.5" aluminum with Deep Ceramic Composite coating Woofer .
Frequency Response
Elysian C has a frequency range of 35-22k Hz whereas Revel C426Be has a frequency range of 38-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the Elysian C can go slightly deeper then the Revel C426Be's min frequency of 38Hz.
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 Center Channel class in our database.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
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
Elysian C is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the Revel C426Be which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Elysian C sensitivity is rated at 91 dB and the Revel C426Be's is rated at 90 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Wharfedale Elysian C a more sensitive speaker compared to Revel C426Be, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
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.
Elysian C can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Elysian C has a max power handling value of 250 watts RMS , 50 watts less than the Revel C426Be.
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
Elysian C features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Revel C426Be has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Wharfedale Elysian C's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Revel C426Be's Binding post terminals
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 Elysian C's and Revel C426Be's external dimensions. Wharfedale Elysian C has external dimensions of 321.0 x 831.0 x 370.0mm ( 12-5/8 x 32-11/16 x 14-9/16inch) whereas Revel C426Be has external dimensions of 313.0 x 982.0 x 358.0mm ( 12-5/16 x 38-5/8 x 14-1/16inch) .
Revel C426Be is 8mm shorter and 12mm less deeper than Wharfedale Elysian C but it is also 151mm wider.
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 Elysian C is approximately 3074.7cm2 / 476.6inch2 and base area of the Revel C426Be is approximately 3515.6cm2 / 544.9inch2. The Elysian C requires 13% less surface area than the Revel C426Be which gives it a small advantage 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 Elysian C weighs 30.23kg / 66.5lbs and the Revel C426Be weighs 33.05kg / 72.7lbs. This makes the Revel C426Be 9% heavier than the Elysian C.
Here is a comparison of how Elysian C and Revel C426Be's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Center Channel class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
What's in the Box of Wharfedale Elysian C?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Elysian C:
Center channel loudspeakerGrille2 Terminal-jumpersUser Manual
What's in the Box of Revel C426Be?
Here are the items that come with the Revel C426Be:
Center-channel loudspeakerGrilleFeet assembly2 Port plugsOwners Manual
 Sensitivity |
91 dB
vs
90 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
8.5 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
35 Hz
vs
38 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Passive Radiator |
Foamed Rubber
vs
None
|
Increases the bass performance |
 Base Surface Area |
3074cm2 (831x370mm)
vs
3515cm2 (982x358mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Max Input Power |
300 watts
vs
250 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
| Number of Woofers |
4
vs
2
|
More woofers |
 High Frequency Response |
40k Hz
vs
22k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
313mm
vs
321mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
4950USD
vs
4995USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Wharfedale Elysian C |
Revel C426Be |
| Brand |
Wharfedale |
Revel |
| Speaker Type |
Center channel speaker |
Center channel speaker |
| Power Range |
50-250 watts |
50-300 watts |
| Sensitivity |
91 dB |
90 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Impedance |
3.5 ohms |
n/a |
| Frequency Response |
35-22k Hz |
38-40k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
4 |
| Woofer Size |
8.5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
coated fiberglass matrix |
aluminum with Deep Ceramic Composite coating |
| Tweeter Size |
27 x 45mm" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Air Motion Transformer (AMT) |
dome with proprietary acoustic lens and waveguide |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6" |
5-1/4" |
| Crossover Frequency |
360Hz and 2900HZ |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
321.0mm (12.6") |
313.0mm (12.3") |
| Width |
831.0mm (32.7") |
982.0mm (38.7") |
| Depth |
370.0mm (14.6") |
358.0mm (14.1") |
| Weight |
30.23kg (66.5lbs) |
33.05kg (72.7lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Lacquer |
n/a |
| Available Colors |
Piano Black, Piano Walnut,White |
Walnut |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
n/a |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |