| General description | 2-way bookshelf speaker |
| Design philosophy and core technology | |
| Enclosure type | bass reflex |
| Transducer complement | 2-way |
| ABR | |
| Bass driver | 5"(130mm) Black Woven Kevlar Cone |
| Midrange driver | |
| Treble driver | 35 x 70mm AMT |
| Full-range driver | |
| AV shield | No |
| Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) | 87dB |
| Recommended amplifier power | 25-100W |
| Peak power handling | |
| Peak SPL | 98dB |
| Nominal impedance | 4Ω (8Ω compatible) |
| Minimum impedance | 3.4Ω |
| Frequency response (+/-3dB) | 56Hz – 24kHz |
| Bass extension (-6dB) | 46Hz |
| Crossover frequency | 2.7kHz |
| Cabinet Volume (in litres) | 11.5L |
| Dimensions (mm) | |
| Height (on plinth) | 340mm |
| Width | 220mm |
| Depth (with grille+terminal) | (285 + 40)mm |
| Carton size | 610 * 415 * 455mm |
| Net weight | 8.0kg/pcs |
| Gross weight | 20.5kg/ctn |
| Finish | Walnut/Black Oak Veneer |
| Standard accessories | rubber feet |
The EVO series concept originated from the same thorough research and development processes that characterised Wharfedale’s flagship Elysian project. It was specifically designed to bridge the gap between affordability and high-end performance. A notable feature of this series is the EVO AMT (Air Motion Transformer) high-frequency unit.
A new sound-absorbing material, Silentweave™, has been added to the cavity behind the diaphragm to reduce sound wave reflection and sound colouration inside the speaker. This material, a combination of cotton and felt fibre, was specially developed for the EVO 5 series.
All EVO 5 drive units benefit from a new acoustic damping frame called ResoFrame™, made from elastomer and visible as a cog-like shape within the driver’s front panel. In the case of the AMT, an additional elastomer damping gasket between the diaphragm and the front plate further reduces mechanical resonances and smooths the response, especially in the important lower treble band.
These Internal Acoustic enhancements minimise unwanted sound colouration, ensuring a purer, more natural sonic signature. This smoother treble response delivers a listening experience that is crisp, controlled, and devoid of harshness.
Enhanced Midrange: A new technique, labelled Resoseal™, sees a thin mass ring of elastomer applied to the rear of the cone where it meets the surround. This further optimises midrange frequency response, allowing vocals to sound richer, more naturaLower-Midrange and Bass Refinements for Unparalleled Vocal Reproductionl, and more emotionally engaging. This subtle yet critical enhancement ensures a refined and immersive listening experience.
Each model in the EVO 5 series now features an optimally increased internal cabinet volume. The expanded cabinet volume contributes to deeper bass extension and improved overall sound dispersion, creating a more immersive and expansive audio field.
The inclusion of a hybrid plinth, which combines metal and wood elements of the cabinet’s details, enhances structural integrity and reduces unwanted vibrations. This innovative base ensures that sound remains clean and uncoloured, free from external resonance artefacts.
