Wharfedale EVO4.2 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Wharfedale. It features a 1.18x2.36" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter, 1 x 2" Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 54-22k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. Wharfedale EVO4.2 has an MSRP of 1199$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Wharfedale EVO4.2 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's EVO Series of Loudspeakers
EVO4.2 is a member of Wharfedale's EVO series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Wharfedale EVO Series Speakers
Wharfedale EVO Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Wharfedale EVO4.2 Speaker
Wharfedale EVO4.2 has a Frequency response range of 54-22k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-120 watts. With a minimum frequency of 54 Hz, EVO4.2 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 EVO4.2, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how EVO4.2's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), these are the 4 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Wharfedale EVO4.2's 54Hz:
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.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Wharfedale EVO4.2 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
88dB of the Wharfedale EVO4.2 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.
Minimum Impedance of the Wharfedale EVO4.2
Even though the nominal impedance of the EVO4.2 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Wharfedale is 4 ohms Wharfedale EVO4.2 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 EVO4.2:
Input Type
EVO4.2 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 EVO4.2 External Dimensions and Weight
Wharfedale EVO4.2 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 17.9 x 9.8 x 13.7inch (455.0 x 250.0 x 350.0mm ).
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 EVO4.2 is approximately 875.0cm2 / 135.6inch2.
To get 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 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Wharfedale EVO4.2 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Wharfedale EVO4.2 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
WeightThe Wharfedale EVO4.2 weighs 13.40kg / 29.5lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how EVO4.2's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $1500
Cabinet type and Materials
Wharfedale EVO4.2 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-veneer 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.
Speaker Feet
Wharfedale EVO4.2 comes with
8 Self-adhesive rubber feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on. It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
Wharfedale EVO4.2 is a bottom-firing port speaker
Available colors
Wharfedale EVO4.2 is available in Walnut, Black and White.
Wall Mounting
EVO4.2 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Speaker Stands
Wharfedale sells a dedicated speaker stand for the EVO4.2 with a model name
Wharfedale EVO4 Stands. You can check the latest price and availability of these stands at
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Amazon.
Wharfedale EVO4 Stands Speaker Stands for Wharfedale EVO4.2
Does the Wharfedale EVO4.2 come with a Grille?
EVO4.2 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 EVO4.2 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Wharfedale EVO4.2 with Grille
What's in the Box of Wharfedale EVO4.2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of EVO4.2:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Grilles 4 Jumper-bars (pre-installed) 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet Pair of white cloth gloves User Manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Wharfedale EVO4.2.
- 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 EVO4.2, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Wharfedale EVO4.2
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Wharfedale EVO4.2 speaker:
Official Brochure for Wharfedale EVO4.2
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Wharfedale EVO4.2 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Wharfedale EVO4.2
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.