WHARFEDALE EVO 4.2

Pre owned. In excellent condition. Free from evident signs of wear. Comes with original manual and packaging.

The Wharfedale EVO4.2 is developed from the extensive research and engineering behind the prestigious ELYSIAN series, inheriting a wide range of advanced technologies designed to deliver refined, immersive and highly accurate sound reproduction. This 3-way standmount loudspeaker combines a sophisticated acoustic design within a compact cabinet, ensuring full-range performance through the use of three dedicated drivers, each specifically optimized for its own frequency range. The result is a detailed, natural and highly precise presentation capable of enhancing every music genre, whether in a traditional stereo setup or as part of an EVO home cinema system.

At the heart of the design is the AMT (Air Motion Transformer) tweeter, an advanced technology capable of reproducing high frequencies with exceptional speed, precision and control. By moving air through finely pleated diaphragms, the AMT system delivers outstanding detail retrieval, openness and realism, producing treble that remains smooth, dynamic and highly engaging without harshness.

The midrange is handled by a dedicated soft dome driver, a solution typically found in considerably more expensive loudspeakers. This configuration allows voices to sound expressive, lifelike and remarkably transparent, revealing subtle nuances and harmonic detail with impressive clarity. Instruments operating in the mid frequencies also benefit from greater definition and realism.

For low frequencies, the EVO4.2 features a Kevlar woofer chosen for its rigidity and lightweight characteristics, allowing controlled movement with minimal distortion. Bass reproduction is deep, articulate and dynamic, maintaining excellent speed and impact even during demanding musical passages. The SLPP bass reflex system, also derived from the ELYSIAN range, uses a downward-firing port design that improves room integration and allows easier speaker placement, even close to rear walls.

Particular attention has also been dedicated to cabinet construction, designed not only for elegant aesthetics but also for acoustic optimization. The curved cabinet walls and rounded edges help reduce internal standing waves and improve sound dispersion throughout the room, while internal bracing and damping materials minimize unwanted vibrations and resonances. The result is a cleaner, more controlled and highly accurate sound presentation, complemented by a refined design available in black, white and walnut finishes to blend naturally into any living environment.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: Wharfedale EVO 4.2
• Type: 3-way bookshelf speaker
• Enclosure Type: bass reflex
• Driver Configuration: 3-way system
• Woofer: 165 mm (6.5") black woven Kevlar cone
• Midrange Driver: 50 mm (2") soft dome
• Tweeter: 30 x 60 mm AMT
• AV Shielding: no
• Sensitivity: 87 dB (2.83V @ 1m)
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 25–120 W
• Peak SPL: 105 dB
• Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms compatible; minimum impedance: 4 Ohms
• Frequency Response: 54 Hz – 22 kHz (±3 dB); bass extension: 48 Hz (-6 dB)
• Crossover Frequencies: 1.4 kHz; 3.9 kHz
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 455 x 250 x 340 mm (+10 mm)
• Net Weight: 13.4 kg each