Wharfedale D310 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Wharfedale. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Woven Kevlar Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 65-20k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Wharfedale D310 has an MSRP of 199$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Wharfedale D310 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 | Good |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | No way |
(* 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's D300 Series of Loudspeakers
D310 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 D310 Speaker
Wharfedale D310 has a Frequency response range of 65-20k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 20-60 watts. With a minimum frequency of 65 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from D310 so depending on your use case, using a subwoofer will significantly help to widen the response range.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Wharfedale D310, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $300. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how D310's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
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Impedance and Sensitivity
Wharfedale D310's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms but can go down to as low as
3.6 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Wharfedale D310 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Wharfedale D310 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.
Minimum Impedance of the Wharfedale D310
Even though the nominal impedance of the D310 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Wharfedale is 3.6 ohms Wharfedale D310 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 D310:
Input Type
D310 features Post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Wharfedale D310 Back View
Wharfedale D310 External Dimensions and Weight
Wharfedale D310 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 10-7/16 x 6-1/8 x 8-13/16inch (266.0 x 156.0 x 224.0mm ).
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 D310 is approximately 349.4cm2 / 54.2inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Wharfedale D310, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Wharfedale D310 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Wharfedale D310 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Wharfedale D310 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
WeightThe Wharfedale D310 weighs 4.00kg / 8.8lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how D310's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $300
How does the Wharfedale D310 compare to the Wharfedale D320?
One of the natural alternative to the Wharfedale D310 is the D320 which is located one step higher in Wharfedale's Passive Bookshelf selection.
Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:
Comparison image of Wharfedale D310 and Wharfedale D320 Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of Wharfedale D310 vs D320 for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Wharfedale D310 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 D310 is a bottom-firing port speaker
Available colors
Wharfedale D310 is available in Rosewood, Black, White and Walnut.
Wall Mounting
D310 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Wharfedale D310 come with a Grille?
D310 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 D310 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Wharfedale D310 with Grille
What's in the Box of Wharfedale D310?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of D310:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Tweeter grilles (pre-installed)2 Woofer grilles (pre-installed)User-feets ManualInstallation Guide
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Wharfedale D310.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Wharfedale D310, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Wharfedale D310
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Wharfedale D310 speaker:
Official Brochure for Wharfedale D310
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Wharfedale D310 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Wharfedale D310
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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