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Wharfedale Elysian C Review
Wharfedale Elysian C

Main Features

  • 27 x 45mm" Air Motion Transformer (AMT) Tweeter
  • 6" coated fiberglass matrix Midrange
  • 2 x 8.5" coated fiberglass matrix Woofer
  • Foamed Rubber Passive Radiators
  • 35-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 91 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range: 50-250watts
  • Weight:66.50 lbs / 30.23 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 12-5/8"x32-11/16"x14-9/16" / 321.0 x 831.0 x 370.0mm
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Wharfedale Elysian C Review

Wharfedale Elysian C is a 3-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 27 x 45mm" Air Motion Transformer (AMT) Tweeter, 1 x 6" Midrange and 2 x 8.5" coated fiberglass matrix Woofer. Elysian C also employs Foamed Rubber passive radiators. The speaker has a frequency range of 35-22k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. Wharfedale Elysian C has an MSRP of 4995$.

What size of room is the Wharfedale Elysian C speaker good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use the Wharfedale Elysian C is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various sizes of environments considering its size and max power parameters:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* 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.)

What are the speakers in Wharfedale's Elysian Series?

Elysian C is a member of Wharfedale's Elysian series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Wharfedale Elysian Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Wharfedale Elysian 2
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35-22k Hz 89 dB4Ω 1 x 8.5"
Wharfedale Elysian 4
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30-22k Hz 92 dB4Ω 2 x 8.5"
Wharfedale Elysian 1
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49-22k Hz 89 dB4Ω 1 x 7"
Wharfedale Elysian C
35-22k Hz 91 dB6Ω 2 x 8.5"


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What is the Frequency Response of the Wharfedale Elysian C speaker?

Wharfedale Elysian C has a Frequency response range of 35-22k Hz at ±3dB ((-6dB) 27Hz) and Power Range of 50-250 watts. Here we have a comparison of how Elysian C's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.

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Wharfedale Elysian C Tweeter
Wharfedale Elysian C's Air Motion Transformer (AMT) Tweeter

What is the Crossover frequency of Wharfedale Elysian C?

Elysian C is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange set to 360Hz and the Crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 2900Hz.

What are the Impedance and Sensitivity of the Wharfedale Elysian C? Is it an easy-to-drive speaker?

Wharfedale Elysian C's nominal impedance level is 6 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.5 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 91 dB.

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Nominal Impedance of 6 Ohms makes the Wharfedale Elysian C a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

91dB of Wharfedale Elysian C is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Elysian C an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Wharfedale Elysian C will be a good choice.

Minimum Impedance of Wharfedale Elysian C

Even though the nominal impedance of the Elysian C is 6 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Wharfedale is 3.5 ohms Wharfedale Elysian C 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 Elysian C:

  • Integrated Amps under 3000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 5000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 10000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Elysian C has Binding post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can provide improvements in the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by running separate speaker wires to the low & high frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping allows the use of separate amplifiers for the high & low frequency drivers of your loudspeaker which may result in greater dynamic range & lower distortion.

Wharfedale Elysian C Back View
Wharfedale Elysian C Back View

Wharfedale Elysian C External Dimensions and Weight

Wharfedale Elysian C has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 12-5/8 x 32-11/16 x 14-9/16inch (321.0 x 831.0 x 370.0mm ).

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 Elysian C is approximately 3074.7cm2 / 476.6inch2.

Weight

The Wharfedale Elysian C weighs 30.23kg / 66.5lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Elysian C's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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Cabinet type and Materials

Wharfedale Elysian C has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Lacquer 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 Elysian C is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.

Available colors

Wharfedale Elysian C is available in Piano Black, Piano Walnut and White.

Does the Wharfedale Elysian C come with a Grille?

Elysian C 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 Elysian C is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.

Wharfedale Elysian C  with Grille
Wharfedale Elysian C with Grille

What's in the Box of Wharfedale Elysian C?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Elysian C:
  • Center channel loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 2 Terminal-jumpers
  • User Manual
  • User's Manual

    For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Wharfedale Elysian C, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for Wharfedale Elysian C

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Wharfedale Elysian C speaker:
    Official Brochure for Wharfedale Elysian C

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Wharfedale Elysian C speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Wharfedale Elysian C

    Warranty

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

    Wharfedale Elysian C  Lifestyle
    Wharfedale Elysian C Lifestyle

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Wharfedale Elysian C
    What is the External Dimensions of Wharfedale Elysian C
    What is the Speaker Sensitivity of Wharfedale Elysian C
    is the Wharfedale Elysian C an easy to drive speaker?



    Wharfedale Elysian C Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandWharfedale
    Full Model NameWharfedale Elysian C
    Speaker Type3-way Center Channel
    Power Range50-250 watts
    Sensitivity91 dB
    Impedance6 ohms
    Max SPL110 dB
    Frequency Response35-22k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size8.5-inch
    Woofer Compositioncoated fiberglass matrix
    Tweeter Size27 x 45mm-inch
    Tweeter TypeAir Motion Transformer (AMT)
    Midrange Size6-inch
    Crossover freq360Hz and 2900HZ
    Port Positionrear

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypeBinding post
    Biamp InputsYes
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height321.0mm ( 12-5/8-inch)
    Width831.0mm ( 32-11/16-inch)
    Depth370.0mm ( 14-9/16-inch)
    Height321.0mm ( 12-5/8-inch)
    Weight30.23kg ( 66.50 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    FinishMDF/Lacquer
    Available ColorsPiano Black, Piano Walnut,White
    Mounting BracketNo
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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