Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 (Walnut Pearl) is rated
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5 by
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Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 (Walnut Pearl)
Bookshelf Speakers Per Pair
£249
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Please contact web after sales for more info.
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”The Diamond 12.1s are excellent speakers for the money and deserve a place on the shortlist.” ’What Hi-Fi?’ – 5 Star review.
The legend continues
It was way back in 1982 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 12.1 is true to the original’s ethos and has already proved to be a big hit.
Flexible speaker
The beauty with compact Diamond speakers is their sheer versatility - and the 12.1 is no different. The compact size and high sensitivity makes them the ideal companion for mini systems or hi-fi separates systems alike. They're also easy to place, working well close to or away from the rear wall. If you're looking for quality home cinema speakers, they also work exceptionally well as satellite speakers - there's even a centre speaker to match.
Ground-up redesign
Although this is a compact speaker with all the Diamond traits in place, the design is completely new. Making use of powerful computer modelling, the Diamond 12.1 is engineered to perform. Totally new drive units use a motor system more typically used in professional speakers – giving excellent power handling and low distortion. The new Klarity cone material uses a hybrid construction to give lightning-fast response in the bass and mid-range, while the woven textile tweeter delivers the perfect balance between detail and refinement.
Choice of finishes
Available in black, light oak or walnut finishes, the 12.1 suits a wide range of decors. The cabinet itself is engineered from differing thicknesses of MDF to control resonance. Combined with the strategic bracing, this makes it solid and free from the distorting ‘boxy’ sound that can afflict smaller speakers. In short, you get to hear the soul of your music, distortion-free.
With a fresh new design, the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 is still the small speaker to beat.
The legend continues
It was way back in 1982 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 12.1 is true to the original’s ethos and has already proved to be a big hit.
Flexible speaker
The beauty with compact Diamond speakers is their sheer versatility - and the 12.1 is no different. The compact size and high sensitivity makes them the ideal companion for mini systems or hi-fi separates systems alike. They're also easy to place, working well close to or away from the rear wall. If you're looking for quality home cinema speakers, they also work exceptionally well as satellite speakers - there's even a centre speaker to match.
Ground-up redesign
Although this is a compact speaker with all the Diamond traits in place, the design is completely new. Making use of powerful computer modelling, the Diamond 12.1 is engineered to perform. Totally new drive units use a motor system more typically used in professional speakers – giving excellent power handling and low distortion. The new Klarity cone material uses a hybrid construction to give lightning-fast response in the bass and mid-range, while the woven textile tweeter delivers the perfect balance between detail and refinement.
Choice of finishes
Available in black, light oak or walnut finishes, the 12.1 suits a wide range of decors. The cabinet itself is engineered from differing thicknesses of MDF to control resonance. Combined with the strategic bracing, this makes it solid and free from the distorting ‘boxy’ sound that can afflict smaller speakers. In short, you get to hear the soul of your music, distortion-free.
With a fresh new design, the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 is still the small speaker to beat.
Overview
Speaker Enclosure Type
Bass Reflex
Speaker Type Enclosure - Filter
Bass reflex - rear port
General
Manufacturer's Warranty
3 years
Audio
Frequency Response (Hz)
65 - 20,000
Impedance (ohms)
8
Power Rating (Watts)
100w
Sensitivity (dB)
88
Features
Bi-Wireable
Yes
Dimensions
Dimensions WxHxD (mm)
180 x 312 x 278 inc terminals
Weight
Weight (KG)
6.8
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Rated 5 out of
5
by
TheDiesel from
Great 'velvety' sound!
Paid for these instore and they were delivered 24 hours later. Straight out of the box they sounded good, but now that they have been run in a bit, the sound is much richer, 'velvety' as my son said! Strong bass without being overpowering, they are a clear step up from my previous Wharfedale speakers. They have been put through their paces with various vinyl LPs, and whether it is the post-rock instrumentation of God is an Astronaut, the ethereal sound of 'Lullaby' by the Cure or the traditional Norse instruments and vocals of Wardruna, the presentation and soundstage is clear and inviting.
Thoroughly recommended, and great service once again from Richer Sounds!
Date published: 2023-12-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
David Child from
Great sounding speakers
Had these speakers delivered today. I only ordered them yesterday afternoon and DPD had delivered them by 9am today. That's what I call service, both from Richer Sounds and DPD. The speakers are brilliant and for such small cabinets they produce a fair amount of bass. They have replaced a pair of Q Acoustics 3030i which were great, but a little big and bassy for my living room. Brilliant service all round. Thank you Richer Sounds.
Date published: 2023-08-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
EmmaLB from
Great speakers
I bought these to go with the Denon 41 and am not in anyway disappointed, they sound fabulous and they look great - the pictures don't do them justice. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend and as always, all staff at RS great.
Date published: 2022-12-22
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