Wharfedale D300C is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by Wharfedale. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 5" Black woven Kevlar Cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 65-20k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. Wharfedale D300C has an MSRP of 179$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Wharfedale D300C is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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.)
Wharfedale D300C Lifestyle
Wharfedale's D300 Series of Loudspeakers
D300C is a member of Wharfedale's D300 series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Wharfedale D300 Series Speakers
Wharfedale D300 Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Wharfedale D300C Speaker
Wharfedale D300C has a Frequency response range of 65-20k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-120 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how D300C's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Wharfedale D300C's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms but can go down to as low as
3.8 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
89 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Wharfedale D300C is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
89dB of the Wharfedale D300C is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.
Minimum Impedance of the Wharfedale D300C
Even though the nominal impedance of the D300C is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Wharfedale is 3.8 ohms Wharfedale D300C so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Wharfedale D300C:
Input Type
D300C has Post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.
Wharfedale D300C Back View
Wharfedale D300C External Dimensions and Weight
Wharfedale D300C has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7.8 (190 x 510 x 232mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Wharfedale D300C is approximately 1183.0cm2 / 183.4inch2.
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WeightThe Wharfedale D300C weighs 8.00kg / 17.6lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how D300C's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $300
Cabinet type and Materials
Wharfedale D300C has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Port Position
Wharfedale D300C is a bottom-firing port speaker
Available colors
Wharfedale D300C is available in Rosewood, Black, White and Walnut.
Does the Wharfedale D300C come with a Grille?
D300C comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the D300C is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Wharfedale D300C with Grille
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Wharfedale D300C.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Wharfedale D300C, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Wharfedale D300C
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Wharfedale D300C speaker:
Official Brochure for Wharfedale D300C
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Wharfedale D300C speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Wharfedale D300C
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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