Wharfedale D320 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Wharfedale. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Woven Kevlar Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 56-20k Hz and a sensitivity of 87 dB. Wharfedale D320 has an MSRP of 249$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Wharfedale D320 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 | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | 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.)
Wharfedale's D300 Series of Loudspeakers
D320 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 D320 Speaker
Wharfedale D320 has a Frequency response range of 56-20k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-100 watts. With a minimum frequency of 56 Hz, D320 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Wharfedale D320, 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 D320'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
Bookshelf Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Wharfedale D320's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms but can go down to as low as
3.8 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
87 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Wharfedale D320 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 87 dB, Wharfedale D320 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 D320
Even though the nominal impedance of the D320 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Wharfedale is 3.8 ohms Wharfedale D320 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 D320:
Input Type
D320 features Post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Wharfedale D320 Back View
Wharfedale D320 External Dimensions and Weight
Wharfedale D320 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 12-5/8 x 7-1/8 x 10-7/8inch (321.0 x 181.0 x 277.0mm ).
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 D320 is approximately 501.4cm2 / 77.7inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Wharfedale D320, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Wharfedale D320 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Wharfedale D320 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Wharfedale D320 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
WeightThe Wharfedale D320 weighs 6.02kg / 13.2lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how D320's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $300
Cabinet type and Materials
Wharfedale D320 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 D320 is a bottom-firing port speaker
Available colors
Wharfedale D320 is available in Rosewood, Black, White and Walnut.
Wall Mounting
D320 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Wharfedale D320 come with a Grille?
D320 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 D320 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Wharfedale D320 with Grille
What's in the Box of Wharfedale D320?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of D320:
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 D320.
- 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 D320, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Wharfedale D320
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Wharfedale D320 speaker:
Official Brochure for Wharfedale D320
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Wharfedale D320 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Wharfedale D320
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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