Panasonic SA-PMX802 & Wharfedale Diamond 220 (Black)

Get premium sound and a huge range of streaming music options, from the versatile Panasonic SC-PMX802.

Sound by Technics
At the heart of this impressive system is an impressive Technics JENO Engine. This gives precise, faithful sound by reducing levels of harmful jitter. The 2 x 60 watt (at 3 ohms) amplifier delivers a punchy, room-filling sound. Want more bass? Simply switch on the D.Bass function for a low down boost. For the best sound for you, just add your choice of speakers.

Stream your way
Featuring Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth, the SA-PMX802 is ready to stream music the way you want. For Android devices, use the Chromecast system to access your favourites from the Google Play Store. AirPlay 2 works seamlessly with Apple iOS devices. Bluetooth is great for all types of music sources, including compatible Hi-res player, laptops and all types of smartphone.

Works seamlessly with your music streaming service
Working seamlessly with Spotify Connect (Premium Account required), TIDAL and Deezer, the SA-PMX82 gets straight to the heart of your streaming music service. The Panasonic Music Control App gives your Android or Apple iOS device control over the music and sound.

Your choice of radio – Internet, DAB and FM
Whichever way you enjoy your radio, the Panasonic has you covered. Internet Radio and Podcasts are covered by the Airable service. For aerial-based listening, there’s a choice of DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) and FM tuning.

Hi-res sound via USB
Connect up to your computer via USB-B (rear) or flash drive via USB-A (front) and stream High Resolution music files for the very best sound quality. High Resolution Audio support for file sizes up to 24bit/192kHz provides a much more detailed and smoother sound than CD (16bit/44.1kHz). The difference between Hi Res music and typical MP3/ACC compressed music files is even greater, with Hi Res music offering a deeper and wider sound stage, more precise imaging and a far greater sense of realism.

Wide range of file types supported
There's a huge selection of downloadable Hi Res music already available, plus you may already have a collection on your computer. For this reason, the Panasonic supports a wide range of Hi Res file formats, including DSD 5.6MHz, WAV, FLAC and AIFF (up to 24bit/192kHz).

CD player
If the vast range of streaming options weren’t enough, the SA-PMX802 also packs in a CD player. Compatible with CD-RW and MP3-encoded discs, the player is perfect for keeping your existing CD collection in play.

Connect your TV and other sources
With a digital optical input, the SA-PMX802 makes the ideal choice for connecting your TV or games console. Other inputs include both 3.5mm and RCA phono AUX inputs, making the system ideal as a hub for switching between up to three AUX inputs in total.

Play all your sources to the highest standard, with the Panasonic SA-PMX802.

"Want to know what the best sounding budget speakers on the market are? Easy, its Wharfedales brand-new Diamond 220s." What Hi-Fi Sound & Vision magazine, 5-star review.

The legend continues
It was back in 1981 when the Wharfedale Diamond first redefined expectations of small speakers. The original model proved that a small speaker didn't necessarily need to sound 'small', that a budget speaker could sound full-bodied without being intrusive. The latest Diamond 220 follows on from the highly successful 121 model and has already received an excited response.

New cabinet for improved sound
New to the Wharfedale Diamond 220 is a sandwich cabinet design. Rather than the simple chipboard and MDF used by the previous Diamond 121, the new 220 uses particle board sandwiched by MDF on either side. This gives superb rigidity and damping properties, helping to further reduce the already low levels of distortion. A further benefit is the smooth MDF construction provides a cleaner surface for the veneer; meaning a smoother finish all round.

Ported design
Also new is the gloss finished baffle, making the speakers far more pleasing to the eye. As before, the 220 ports the bass via an integral plinth, rather than the more usual front or rear holes. This not only provides a more efficient and even bass output but also makes the speaker easier to place: you don't have to take wall positioning into account.

New drive units, class-leading sound
The bass driver is formed from woven Kevlar with ribs for added rigidity, but has a revised magnet system for tighter control of the sound. Vocals still sound incredibly realistic, and the bass is upbeat and never lags. At the other end of the scale the treble unit is surrounded by a deeply dished waveguide. This helps to improve the imaging and 'width' of sound, making it easier to pick out individual instruments, as well as providing loads of detail. Put together, the overall sound quality is still fantastically well-balanced.

With its latest upgrades the Wharfedale Diamond 220 has truly come of age. If ever there was an argument for evolution over revolution in speaker design, a listen to the Diamond 220 proves the case for the former - and then some!