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Wharfedale EVO4.2 Review

Main Features

  • 1.1875 x 2.375" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter
  • 6.5" Kevlar Woofer
  • 2" Midrange
  • 54-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:25-120watts
  • Weight:29.54 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 17-15/16" x 9-7/8" x 15-1/4"
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Wharfedale EVO4.2 Overview

EVO4.2 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Wharfedale. It features a 1.1875 x 2.375" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter , x 2" Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer.

Wharfedale EVO4.2 is a member of Wharfedale's EVO series of speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Wharfedale EVO Series History
Model Frequency Sensitivity Impedance Woofer
Wharfedale EVO4.1
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64-22k Hz 87 dB 8Ω 1 x 5"
Wharfedale EVO4.2
54-22k Hz 88 dB 8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Wharfedale EVO4.4
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44-22k Hz 89 dB 8Ω 2 x 6.5"

Frequency Response

Wharfedale EVO4.2 has a Frequency response range of 54-22k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-120 watts. At a minimum frequency of 54 Hz, EVO4.2 will provide an average bass depth so depending on your use case, you may consider supplementing your system with a subwoofer.

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The Bookshelf model with the lowest Low Frequency level in our database is Wharfedale Elysian 2, with bass extending down to impressive 35 Hz.

On the other hand, model with the highest Frequency is Sony SS-CS5 with its high frequency limit of 50 kHz.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Wharfedale EVO4.2's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 4 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 88 dB.

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Input Type

EVO4.2 has Post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Cabinet type and Materials

Wharfedale EVO4.2 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and MDF/Wood-veneer finish. Wharfedale EVO4.2 is a bottom-firing port speaker

Available colors

Wharfedale EVO4.2 is available in Walnut.

Weight and Dimensions

Wharfedale EVO4.2 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 17-15/16inch x 9-7/8inch x 15-1/4inch (455.0mm x 250.0mm x 350.0mm ).
Each speaker weighs 29.54lbs (13.40kg ).

To have a better perspective on the real life size of Wharfedale EVO4.2, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Wharfedale EVO4.2 Real Life Body Size Comparison

Wall Mounting

EVO4.2 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket so you need an external structure to mount on walls.

Warranty

5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

Grille

EVO4.2 comes with magnetic removable grilles.

What's in the Box?

  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 4 Jumper-bars (pre-installed)
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • Pair of white cloth gloves
  • User Manual
  • User's Manual

    Download User Manual for Wharfedale EVO4.2

    Official Brochure

    Official Brochure for Wharfedale EVO4.2

    Official Product Page

    Official Product Page for Wharfedale EVO4.2

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