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Meet the Wharfedale - Diamond 12.0 - Bookshelf Speakers, the ultimate go-to for audiophiles in search of exceptional audio with a small footprint. Sleek yet hardworking, this ultra-compact speaker from the acclaimed DIAMOND 12 series brings together the very best of high-performance and minimalist design. A bespoke Klarity™ cone made from a blend of Polypropylene and mica ensures lightning-fast response and low colouration. Add to this a 100mm driver and 25mm woven polyester dome tweeter, and you have a speaker that delivers powerful bass and seamlessly extended high frequencies. Designed for maximum dispersion and uncompressed behaviour, the Diamond 12.0 offers an unrivalled listening experience whether you're utilising it as a standalone hi-fi system or as a satellite speaker in a home theatre set-up. With advanced technology typically reserved for premium audio offerings packed into a stylish and compact package, the Diamond 12.0 is quite simply a game-changer. Experience the evolution of audio with Wharfedale's Diamond 12.0 - because good things do come in small packages.

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Wharfedale - Diamond 12.0 Bookshelf Speakers

The Wharfedale - Diamond 12.0 Bookshelf Speakers are the ultimate maestro in compact audio machinery, meticulously crafted for the most discriminating of audiophiles. This powerful speaker is part of the DIAMOND 12 series and works in concert with its grander brethren to parallel the robust depth of hi-fi systems, while also asserting its pedigree as a high octane satellite speaker in home theatre setups.

The DIAMOND 12.0 features a top-tier 100mm (4”) KlarityTM driver that delivers insurmountable bass capability, challenging its compact dimensions with a thunderous, visceral sound profile. It also includes a 25mm (1") woven polyester dome tweeter, which swaths the room in a glorious array of high frequencies.

The speaker is built with a KlarityTM cone material, an inventive alchemy of Polypropylene and mica, which adds rigidity and durability to the lightweight cone. The low-damping surround strikes a fine balance between minimal coloration and maximum expressive dynamics.

The speaker's magnet structure includes an elegant aluminium compensation ring that neutralizes inductance fluctuations, eliminating distortion and enhancing motor system integrity. The voice coil is wound on a premium-grade epoxy/glass fiber bobbin, resulting in greater power loads and superior stiffness compared to other coils.

The Diamond 12.0 also boasts an enhanced tweeter with a high-loss coating, offering open and well-drawn high frequencies. The overall design and technology of the speaker combine to produce vibrant, full-bodied sound that breathes life into your favorite songs and enhances your home theatre experiences.

Features:

  1. Compact Size: Fits seamlessly into any small-footprint hi-fi system or larger home theatre setup.
  2. KlarityTM Driver: Provides bass performance that surpasses its size.
  3. Enhanced Tweeter: Delivers finely extended high frequencies.
  4. Tailored Cone: Reduces flexing for lightning-fast response and low coloration.
  5. Low-Damping Surround: Results in less coloration and expressive dynamics.
  6. Effective Magnet System: Minimizes inductance variations, delivering minimal distortion.
  7. Reinforced Voice Coil: Transfers greater power loads and offers enhanced stiffness.
  8. Intelligent Spot Bracing: Reduces cabinet resonances and reinforces the overall structure.
  9. Superior Crossover: Ensures fast, clean bass and low distortion levels.

Benefits:

  1. Space-Saving: Provides powerful sound performance despite its compact size.
  2. Exceptional Audio Quality: Delivers crystal clear audio with notable depth and detail.
  3. Improved High Frequencies: Produces open and smoothly extended high frequencies.
  4. Low Distortion: Delivers sound with minimal distortion for an enhanced listening experience.
  5. Greater Power Handling: Supports a wider range of media and sound profiles.
  6. Superior Dispersion: Fills the room evenly for a more immersive listening environment.
  7. Resilient Design: Ensures enhanced durability and better resonance control.
  8. High-End Features at an Affordable Price: Offers top-tier performance without the top-tier price tag.

Specifications:

Specification Detail
Design 2-way bookshelf speaker
Enclosure Type Bass reflex
Transducer Complement 2-way
Bass Driver 4" (100mm) advanced PP Cone
Treble Driver 1" (25mm) Textile Dome
AV Shield No
Sensitivity 87dB (2.83V @ 1m)
Recommended Amplifier Power 20-60W
Peak SPL 95dB
Nominal Impedance 8Ω Compatible
Minimum Impedance 4.0Ω
Frequency Response (+/-3dB): 70Hz ~ 20kHz
Bass Extension -6dB: 65Hz
Crossover Frequency 2.7kHz
Cabinet Volume In litres: 4.4L
Dimensions (H x W x D): 265 x 160 x (200+28) mm
Net Weight 5.1kg/pcs

In conclusion, the Wharfedale - Diamond 12.0 Bookshelf Speakers offer superior sound quality and unrivaled engineering. They provide the robust complexities of a hi-fi system in a refined, streamlined exterior. Whether used for a home theatre experience or enjoying your favorite tracks, the Diamond 12.0 engages, surprises, and immerses the listener. Elevate your sound experience and enter the realm of the extraordinary with the Wharfedale - Diamond 12.0 Bookshelf Speakers.

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ℹ Specifications
Specification Detail
Design 2-way bookshelf speaker
Enclosure Type Bass reflex
Transducer Complement 2-way
Bass Driver 4" (100mm) advanced PP Cone
Treble Driver 1" (25mm) Textile Dome
AV Shield No
Sensitivity 87dB (2.83V @ 1m)
Recommended Amplifier Power 20-60W
Peak SPL 95dB
Nominal Impedance 8Ω Compatible
Minimum Impedance 4.0Ω
Frequency Response (+/-3dB): 70Hz ~ 20kHz
Bass Extension -6dB: 65Hz
Crossover Frequency 2.7kHz
Cabinet Volume In litres: 4.4L
Dimensions (H x W x D): 265 x 160 x (200+28) mm
Net Weight 5.1kg/pcs
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07/13/2024
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Wharfedale Diamond 12.0

The Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 Bookshelf speakers offer a high quality sound at an affordable price. The build quality is solid and reassuring living up to Wharfedale's reputation as a high end audio engineering manufacturer. The speakers are sleek fitting nicely into an audio system setup in a small to mid sized room. In this setting the Diamond 12.0 speakers produce a powerful and immersive audio experience. I was impressed with how the Wharfedale Diamonds brought out detail and clarity of a track and the richness of the vocalist. The Audio Tailor offered great value for money on the Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 Bookshelf speakers. The Audio Tailor store is a relaxing environment where I was able to sit comfortably and experience the product in this case the Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 I was interested in purchasing.

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