Wharfedale EVO4.4 Floor-Standing Tower Speakers (Pair, 3 Colors)

Loooga18

Jan 08, 2025 08:37 PM

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Quote from SlickHamster963

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I 2nd this. The wife would sell for top dollar on Marketplace.

That is funny!

jippel

Jan 09, 2025 01:51 AM

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jippelJan 09, 2025 01:51 AM

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Quote from Zorbat1446

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"Dolby enabled headphones"---were you really born yesterday? I suppose you believe that those soundbars that claim to provide "surround sound" actually do that? (facepalm)

Look, it's very simple: Atmos is all about adding VERTICAL sounds together with horizontal sounds. To get upward firing speakers to bounce the sound so that it hits the listener at MLP in any convincing fashion is pretty much impossible if those upfiring "Atmos" speakers are stuck to the top of your tower or bookshelf speakers. At BEST it MIGHT provide a somewhat more scattered soundfield but it's NOTHING like real Atmos provided by correctly aimed in- or on-ceiling speakers.

You're right. There is no such thing as a set of "Atmos enabled headphones". Someone should inform Dolby that they are incorrect.

https://www.dolby.com/experience/headphones/

lou85_hf

Jan 09, 2025 02:54 AM

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lou85_hfJan 09, 2025 02:54 AM

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I have these speakers. A bit fatiguing at first but give them time and they will sound wonderful. I recommend them.

Zorbat1446

Jan 09, 2025 03:34 AM

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Zorbat1446Jan 09, 2025 03:34 AM

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Quote from jippel

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You're right. There is no such thing as a set of "Atmos enabled headphones". Someone should inform Dolby that they are incorrect.

https://www.dolby.com/experience/headphones/

Just like every other BUSINESS on the planet, Dolby licenses out its name to the highest bidder, doh. Do you seriously believe "THX" certified means a damned thing? If yes then I'll gladly sell you my $100 Logitech 2.1 system that has "THX" written on it...hell it's so crappy sounding I'll give to you for $20!

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psuvette

Jan 09, 2025 03:57 AM

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Quote from Zorbat1446

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Just like every other BUSINESS on the planet, Dolby licenses out its name to the highest bidder, doh. Do you seriously believe "THX" certified means a damned thing? If yes then I'll gladly sell you my $100 Logitech 2.1 system that has "THX" written on it...hell it's so crappy sounding I'll give to you for $20!

I have a thx certified 4.1 Logitech system from 2000. Thing is seriously great. But thx meant something 20 years ago.

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supermanrob

Jan 09, 2025 04:07 AM

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Quote from jippel

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You're right. There is no such thing as a set of "Atmos enabled headphones". Someone should inform Dolby that they are incorrect.

https://www.dolby.com/experience/headphones/

He does have a point.
They offer this also, do you think you get a true representation of Atmos on this also?

https://www.dolby.com/dolby/sound...9TQ2JQZ4-/

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Largote

Jan 10, 2025 07:04 AM

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LargoteJan 10, 2025 07:04 AM

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I have these. Very good, but they do need a relatively large room to really shine.

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CalmMitten9192

Jan 10, 2025 02:54 PM

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Quote from Largote

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I have these. Very good, but they do need a relatively large room to really shine.

How far away from the walls do you have them? Some of the reviews state you have to keep them out in space so the bass doesn't dominate.

Largote

Jan 10, 2025 08:54 PM

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LargoteJan 10, 2025 08:54 PM

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Quote from CalmMitten9192

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How far away from the walls do you have them? Some of the reviews state you have to keep them out in space so the bass doesn't dominate.

Only about a foot right now, which isn't ideal. I do have a bit of treatment behind them though, and my amp (NAD M10) has Dirac (room correction), which definitely mellows down some of the boominess that my (non-ideal) placement causes.

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RobertJason

Jan 11, 2025 03:53 PM

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Quote from Zorbat1446

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The RP is not as ear-piercing as the bottom of the barrel R series, or its predecessors the RB, Icon, etc. garbage that used to be sold at Best Buy. But it's still the direct opposite of the Wharfedale sound signature.

I second this. I have RP-600M II's and a 504C II center that I'm in the market to replace. They do sound really great for movies and TV, but can tire my ears out.

The problem is the center channel is some of the cleanest vocals I've heard with men's voices actually having correct bass weight. I "may" end up with new LR and keeping the RP center, lol.

manufanatic

Jan 17, 2025 02:30 AM

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manufanaticJan 17, 2025 02:30 AM

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Quote from RobertJason

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I second this. I have RP-600M II's and a 504C II center that I'm in the market to replace. They do sound really great for movies and TV, but can tire my ears out.

The problem is the center channel is some of the cleanest vocals I've heard with men's voices actually having correct bass weight. I "may" end up with new LR and keeping the RP center, lol.

I have the same issue with my rc64iii it's great but the rf7iii can be tiring to me

manufanatic

Jan 17, 2025 02:30 AM

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manufanaticJan 17, 2025 02:30 AM

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Quote from RobertJason

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I second this. I have RP-600M II's and a 504C II center that I'm in the market to replace. They do sound really great for movies and TV, but can tire my ears out.

The problem is the center channel is some of the cleanest vocals I've heard with men's voices actually having correct bass weight. I "may" end up with new LR and keeping the RP center, lol.

I have the same issue with my rc64iii it's great but the rf7iii can be tiring to me

jclyon41

Jan 17, 2025 02:35 AM

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Quote from lilbabykenny

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These or Polk r700?

Absolutely love my R700's in my home theater for music and movies. I've never heard the Wharfedale speakers (I don't live anywhere where I can listen to speakers to try them out), but I know the Polk's are on sale for $750 at Brandsmart.

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kkord

Jan 19, 2025 05:13 PM

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Quote from jclyon41

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Absolutely love my R700's in my home theater for music and movies. I've never heard the Wharfedale speakers (I don't live anywhere where I can listen to speakers to try them out), but I know the Polk's are on sale for $750 at Brandsmart.

Link?

Dmeech999

Apr 12, 2025 06:22 PM

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Quote from turbodog

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Are these made from real wharfs?

Decommissioned ones. Some call it "upcycling".

Product Description:	Elegant, dynamic tower speakers A Wharfedale EVO4.4 tower speaker has everything I want when building a sound system: it can bring out dynamic, nuanced sound from movies, TV, and music, and look great in your room. Grab a pair to create a music lover's two-channel setup, or to use as the front speakers in an immersive home theater surround sound system. High-performance design Wharfedale's EVO4 lineup uses technology and design elements developed for the company's flagship Elysian line. The 4.4 features an advanced folded ribbon tweeter that produces silky-smooth high frequencies, plus a dedicated 2" soft-dome midrange driver. Two 6-1/2" woven Kevlar woofers offer thrilling bass response down to 40 Hz. The drivers are housed in a curved bass-reflex cabinet that's carefully designed with internal bracing to damp sound-muddying vibrations. Part of a complete home theater system Combine the EVO4.4 with other models from Wharfedale's EVO4 Series for voice-matched sound: Center channel: Wharfedale EVO4.C Bookshelf speakers: Wharfedale EVO4.1 Surround speakers: Wharfedale EVO4.S Got wire? Most speakers don't include any. Read our article about choosing and installing speaker wire. Shop our selection of speaker wire. READ LESS
Product SKU:	700EVO44WN
bi-amp_inputs:	Yes
built-in_powered_sub:	No
color:	Walnut
connector_type:	Binding post
depth_inches:	15-1/8
dolby_atmos_drivers:	No
enclosure:	Ported
finish:	MDF/Wood-veneer
frequency_response:	40-22,000 Hz (±3dB)
height_inches:	41-3/4
impedance_ohms:	8
labor_warranty:	5 Years
midrange_size_inches:	2
nominal_impedance:	8 ohms compatible
parts_warranty:	5 Years
power_range:	30-200
recommended_amplifier_power:	30-200 watts
sensitivity:	89 dB
subwoofer_amp_power:	---
tweeter:	AMT (Ribbon)
tweeter_size_inches:	1.1875 x 2.375
weight:	56.4 lbs
width_inches:	10-1/4
woofer_composition:	Kevlar
woofer_size_inches:	6.5
woofer_surround:	Rubber

Wharfedale EVO4.4 Floor-Standing Tower Speakers (Pair, 3 Colors)

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