{"title":"30% Off Wharfedale Diamond 12","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfdale Diamond 12 series must be cleared! To make way for the new 12.i series. Save 30% on what is left. Once it sells, its gone for good. Ends 31 July or when stock runs out.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wharfedale-diamond-12-4-speakers","title":"Wharfedale Diamond 12.4 Speakers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.4 Floorstanding Speakers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.4 is the big daddy floorstanding speaker in the 12 Series range, and it's the one you want if you're after the Diamond 12 with all the gifts. With the dramatic clean-sheet redesign of the Diamond 12 range, spearheaded by world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, Wharfedale have again raised the bar for what affordable audiophile quality speakers can achieve. Considering the ample performance on offer, you will have to agree with everyone that these Wharfedale Diamond 12.4 floorstanding speakers are absolutely fantastic value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.4 ups the ante in every way over the already excellent 12.3. It's still a 2.5 way, 3 speaker design but it features the larger drivers and this changes the sonic landscape substantially. It will appeal to those who want generous depth and body in their sound and also have a bit of space to house a medium sized floorstanding speaker that just wants to play. The Diamond 12.4 employs a smooth \u0026amp; clear sounding 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter and a kick-ass 165mm (6.5\") mid\/bass driver, together with a second 165mm driver dedicated to producing punchy bass that are constructed of a new material called Klarity which combines traditional polypropylene with mica for added strength and a level of clarity and energy that is pure pleasure to listen to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in Cambridgeshire, England since 1982, Wharfedale's famous Diamond speakers have served as the classic entry point to true high-fidelity sound, their exceptional sonic value for money earning numerous 'product of the year' accolades in the UK and around the world. With the introduction of the Diamond 12 Series, Wharfedale once again raises the bar for affordable, high-performance loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeet The Designer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly on, Wharfedale determined that the Diamond 12 Series should be an opportunity to start afresh. So they made the decision to collaborate with world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, whose track record of delivering class-leading sound from modestly priced speakers, including designs for Tannoy, Mission, Naim, and Q-Acoustics is exceptional. A challenge was issued to Mr Fink: how much sonic performance can you wring from a range of speakers at classic Diamond price points? And so, he and Wharfedale's team set to work, delivering clean-sheet designs without a single element carried over from the outgoing Diamond 11 Series.We also believe that with the entire Diamond 12 Series, he and Wharfedale's team of acoustic engineers have achieved a new entry-level benchmark that will worry a lot of other brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNew Klarity Driver – The Difference Is Clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the Diamond 8 Series in 2001, Wharfedale has made the mid\/bass cones for every Diamond generation from Kevlar. 19 years and many award-wining ranges later, Wharfedale has developed a new composite called Klarity. The chief ingredient of Klarity is polypropylene, a material that has been used to make speaker cones since the BBC researched its use for this purpose in the 1970s. Polypropylene cones are renowned for their characteristically low distortion and controlled 'breakup', as well as their resistance to moisture in the air. They also have a reputation in some quarters for sounding a little 'unexciting' – a perception that is largely the result of mediocre engineering. When designed and implemented optimally, polypropylene cones can sound enthralling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make Klarity, Wharfedale adds mica to the formulation. This increases stiffness compared to polypropylene alone, reducing flexing and enabling a lightweight cone with high rigidity, low colouration and lightning-fast response – ideal characteristics to deliver both accuracy and excitement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMid\/Bass Drivers – Attention To Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolypropylene speaker cones are often combined with high-damping surrounds to achieve a smooth response curve. However, the hysteresis of these surrounds can restrict dynamics and make bass sound somewhat 'soft'. For the Diamond 12 Series, the aim was to combine the Klarity cone with a low-damping surround, thereby achieving both low colouration and expressive dynamics. This was not a simple task but, by simulating many different cone shapes and adding ribs to provide further stiffening, a flat response curve was achieved without resorting to a high-damping surround, thereby striking the ideal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Klarity diaphragms are driven by a substantial, precision-made magnet system with an aluminium compensation ring to minimise the effect of variations in inductance as the voice coil travels. This contributes to an absence of distortion and intermodulation generated by the motor system. The voice coil is wound on a high-power epoxy\/glass fibre bobbin – highly unusual in speakers at this price level. This has the advantage of not adding eddy currents and delivering greater power handling than an aluminium bobbin, whilst also being much stiffer than the Kapton type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRefined Tweeter \u0026amp; Crossover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diamond 12 Series' treble unit sports a 25mm dome made from a woven polyester film with a high-loss coating to deliver open and smoothly extended high frequencies. The magnet system and the front plate have been optimised for wide dispersion and uncompressed behaviour. The front plate is flat and exposes the dome as much as possible, with a short duct to balance the acoustic load and improve the SPL (sound pressure level) measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treble unit combines seamlessly with the mid\/bass driver via a crossover network using an acoustic LKR 24dB topology. This includes air core inductors of the type more commonly found in high-end speakers, selected because they produce the lowest distortion of all inductor types. As the resistance of the coil is higher than a standard laminated steel or ferrite core inductor, the magnetic structure of the mid\/bass driver has been modified to compensate, resulting in fast, clean bass with no distortion from the inductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCarefully Crafted Cabinet Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabinet is a critical part of any high-performance loudspeaker. At entry-level price points, corners are often cut to constrain cost, but this is a mistake; no matter how good the drive units, their performance will be wasted if the cabinet's construction is suboptimal. For this reason, Diamond Series 12.4 speakers feature 22.4kg cabinets constructed with a level of sophistication usually reserved for much more expensive designs. Solid? You betcha!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRear Port\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear-ported enclosure of each model is precisely sized so that the internal volume works in harmony with the drive unit system to deliver the desired sonic result. The cabinet walls are made from sections of wood fibreboard of varying thickness, constructed in such a way as to subdue the identifiable characteristics of the cabinet's 'sound' and ensure the drivers' output remains unsullied. The resonant properties of each element – even the glue – were considered to determine the ideal combination of materials and placement. Inside the cabinet, Intelligent Spot Bracing connects opposing walls with a specific form of wood brace to achieve optimal reduction of cabinet resonance. These braces are precisely modelled by computer simulation to improve upon the commonplace 'figure of eight' brace, which can have the effect of transferring resonance from one wall to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the Wharfedale Diamond 12.4 Speakers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.4's have it all but they're not in the habit of showing it off.  Somehow, they come across as completely civilised and well balanced even when there's obviously a fair bit of animal straining to get off the leash. They will happily deliver room filling sound all day without once looking like they're filling your room with speaker. These are, after all, only 1,150mm tall including the substantial spikes and, amazingly, only 200mm wide. A slightly mind-altering set of measurements for loudspeakers this capable. Being a 2.5 way, of course, means that both main drivers get in on the act of delivering bass while the upper driver handles midrange duties as well. This gives the sense of a much bigger sound without the need for a much bigger cabinet. Naturally, they will match perfectly with a well-chosen, music orientated subwoofer such as a REL if you want the benefits of full range sound and a little extra bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd let's remember, there's a lot of technology packed into these slim cabinets with a smooth sounding 25mm textile dome tweeter employed for the high frequencies, an advanced 165mm Klarity driver handling midrange and bass and another dedicated 165mm Klarity driver whose only job is to provide energetic bass reinforcement down low. And before you ask, the 12.4's and all the 12 Series speakers have first-class speaker wire connectors that will accept heavy-duty bare wire and banana plugs. You may even want to consider bi-wiring which is also an option and if music is the major beneficiary of your investment, could just extract that little bit of extra detail. Immaculately styled in a range of contemporary finishes, these good looking floorstanding speakers sound wonderful, while looking like they totally belong in even the most desirable home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43252958822536,"sku":"6972650924491","price":1539.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Oak","offer_id":43252958855304,"sku":"6972650924415","price":1539.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":43252958888072,"sku":"6972650924422","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"White","offer_id":43252958920840,"sku":"6972650924439","price":1539.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/9317\/8248\/files\/wharfedale-diamond-12.4-black-1s_1.jpg?v=1737432358"},{"product_id":"wharfedale-diamond-12-0-speakers","title":"Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 Speakers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.0 Bookshelf Speakers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 is the smallest bookshelf speaker in the '12 Series' range and is suited to small to medium size rooms where the visual impact is kept to a minimum but the sound is still great, albeit on a smaller scale. With the dramatic clean-sheet redesign of the Diamond 12 range, spearheaded by world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, Wharfedale have once again raised the bar for what affordable audiophile quality speakers can achieve. At the price these exciting Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 compact bookshelf speakers are hard to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 might just be the sleeper in the range. It is by far the most compact model and that really appeals to some people where space is at a premium or the speakers need to be as inconspicuous as possible. The Diamond 12.0 employs a smooth sounding 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter and an advanced 100mm (4\") mid\/ bass driver constructed of a new material called Klarity which combines traditional polypropylene with mica for added strength and a level of clarity and energy which is truly refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in Cambridgeshire, England since 1982, Wharfedale's famous Diamond speakers have served as the classic entry point to true high-fidelity sound, their exceptional sonic value for money earning numerous 'product of the year' accolades in the UK and around the world. With the introduction of the all-new Diamond 12 Series, Wharfedale once again raises the bar for affordable, high-performance loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet The Designer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early on, Wharfedale determined that the Diamond 12 Series should be an opportunity to start afresh. So they made the decision to collaborate with world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, whose track record of delivering class-leading sound from modestly priced speakers, including designs for Tannoy, Mission, Naim, and Q-Acoustics is exceptional. A challenge was issued to Mr Fink: how much sonic performance can you wring from a range of speakers at classic Diamond price points? And so he along with Wharfedale's team set to work, delivering clean-sheet designs without a single element carried over from the outgoing Diamond 11 Series.We also believe that with the entire Diamond 12 Series, he and Wharfedale's team of acoustic engineers have achieved a new entry-level benchmark that will worry a lot of other brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Klarity Driver – The Difference Is Clear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the Diamond 8 Series in 2001, Wharfedale has made the mid\/bass cones for every Diamond generation from Kevlar. 19 years and many award-wining ranges later, Wharfedale has developed a new composite called Klarity. The chief ingredient of Klarity is polypropylene, a material that has been used to make speaker cones since the BBC researched its use for this purpose in the 1970s. Polypropylene cones are renowned for their characteristically low distortion and controlled 'breakup', as well as their resistance to moisture in the air. They also have a reputation in some quarters for sounding a little 'unexciting' – a perception that is largely the result of mediocre engineering. When designed and implemented optimally, polypropylene cones can sound enthralling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Secret Revealed:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make Klarity, Wharfedale adds mica to the formulation. This increases stiffness compared to polypropylene alone, reducing flexing and enabling a lightweight cone with high rigidity, low colouration and lightning-fast response – ideal characteristics to deliver both accuracy and excitement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid\/Bass Drivers – Attention To Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene speaker cones are often combined with high-damping surrounds to achieve a smooth response curve. However, the hysteresis of these surrounds can restrict dynamics and make bass sound somewhat 'soft'. For the Diamond 12 Series, the aim was to combine the Klarity cone with a low-damping surround, thereby achieving both low colouration and expressive dynamics. This was not a simple task but, by simulating many different cone shapes and adding ribs to provide further stiffening, a flat response curve was achieved without resorting to a high-damping surround, thereby striking the ideal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Klarity diaphragms are driven by a substantial, precision-made magnet system with an aluminium compensation ring to minimise the effect of variations in inductance as the voice coil travels. This contributes to an absence of distortion and intermodulation generated by the motor system. The voice coil is wound on a high-power epoxy\/glass fibre bobbin – highly unusual in speakers at this price level. This has the advantage of not adding eddy currents and delivering greater power handling than an aluminium bobbin, whilst also being much stiffer than the Kapton type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Tweeter \u0026amp; Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Diamond 12 Series' treble unit sports a 25mm dome made from a woven polyester film with a high-loss coating to deliver open and smoothly extended high frequencies. The magnet system and the front plate have been optimised for wide dispersion and uncompressed behaviour. The front plate is flat and exposes the dome as much as possible, with a short duct to balance the acoustic load and improve the SPL (sound pressure level) measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treble unit combines seamlessly with the mid\/bass driver via a crossover network using an acoustic LKR 24dB topology. This includes air core inductors of the type more commonly found in high-end speakers, selected because they produce the lowest distortion of all inductor types. As the resistance of the coil is higher than a standard laminated steel or ferrite core inductor, the magnetic structure of the mid\/bass driver has been modified to compensate, resulting in fast, clean bass with no distortion from the inductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully Crafted Cabinet Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cabinet is a critical part of any high-performance loudspeaker. At entry-level price points, corners are often cut to constrain cost, but this is a mistake; no matter how good the drive units, their performance will be wasted if the cabinet's construction is suboptimal. For this reason, Diamond 12 Series speakers feature cabinets constructed with a level of sophistication usually reserved for much more expensive designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rear-ported enclosure of each model is precisely sized so that the internal volume works in harmony with the drive unit system to deliver the desired sonic result. The cabinet walls are made from sections of wood fibreboard of varying thickness, constructed in such a way as to subdue the identifiable characteristics of the cabinet's 'sound' and ensure the drivers' output remains unsullied. The resonant properties of each element – even the glue – were considered to determine the ideal combination of materials and placement. Inside the cabinet, Intelligent Spot Bracing connects opposing walls with a specific form of wood brace to achieve optimal reduction of cabinet resonance. These braces are precisely modelled by computer simulation to improve upon the commonplace 'figure of eight' brace, which can have the effect of transferring resonance from one wall to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 Speakers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 is designed to be the speaker you're having when you're not really having a speaker. Make no mistake, the 12.0's sound really good, it's just that their diminutive size make them perfect for those who want their speakers to be heard but not seen. Of course, you can mount a pair on speaker stands if you desire but their size means you can easily place them on sideboards or even bookshelves without any difficulty although it would be good to 'isolate' them from directly sitting with their bottom on a flat surface. The Diamond 12.0 are naturally an ideal match for a nice, music orientated subwoofer such as a REL if you want the benefits of full range sound without taking up valuable space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a lot of technology packed into these small cabinets with a smooth sounding 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter employed for the high frequencies and an advanced 100mm (4\") Klarity mid\/bass driver for the rest of the frequency range. They also have some of the best speaker wire terminals and these will accept a good size bare wire or banana plugs. You can even bi-wire if you wish! Beautifully styled in a range of modern finishes, these compact bookshelf speakers sound great, as long as they're used within their comfort zone. Need to know more? Please give our friendly staff a call and they will be happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43252991983752,"sku":"6972650924477","price":384.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Oak","offer_id":43252992016520,"sku":"6972650924293","price":384.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":43252992049288,"sku":"6972650924286","price":384.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":43252992082056,"sku":"6972650924309","price":384.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/9317\/8248\/files\/wharfedale-d12.0-speakers-white-1sds_1.jpg?v=1737433408"},{"product_id":"wharfedale-diamond-12-2-speakers","title":"Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 is the largest bookshelf speaker in the '12-Series' range and is suited to medium to larger rooms where the 165mm (6.5\") mid\/bass driver can really strut its stuff. With the dramatic clean-sheet redesign of the Diamond 12 range, spearheaded by world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, Wharfedale have once again raised the bar for what affordable audiophile quality speakers can achieve. At the price, and even well above it, you'll discover that these Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 stand mount speakers are rather hard to top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 is definitely going to compete with its bookshelf siblings to be the best seller in the range because of the stunning performance it offers for the price. Compact enough to not dominate a room yet with fire power enough to fill medium to larger spaces, this is a prime candidate for consideration no matter what the circumstance. The Diamond 12.2 employs a smooth sounding 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter and a large 165mm (6.5\") mid\/ bass driver constructed of a new material called Klarity which combines traditional polypropylene with mica for added strength and a level of clarity and energy which is truly refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in Cambridgeshire, England since 1982, Wharfedale's famous Diamond speakers have served as the classic entry point to true high-fidelity sound, their exceptional sonic value for money earning numerous 'product of the year' accolades in the UK and around the world. With the introduction of the Diamond 12 Series, Wharfedale once again raises the bar for affordable, high-performance loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet The Designer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early on, Wharfedale determined that the Diamond 12 Series should be an opportunity to start afresh. So they made the decision to collaborate with world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, whose track record of delivering class-leading sound from modestly priced speakers, including designs for Tannoy, Mission, Naim, and Q-Acoustics is exceptional. A challenge was issued to Mr Fink: how much sonic performance can you wring from a range of speakers at classic Diamond price points? And so he along with Wharfedale's team set to work, delivering clean-sheet designs without a single element carried over from the outgoing Diamond 11 Series.We also believe that with the entire Diamond 12 Series, he and Wharfedale's team of acoustic engineers have achieved a new entry-level benchmark that will worry a lot of other brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Klarity Driver – The Difference Is Clear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the Diamond 8 Series in 2001, Wharfedale has made the mid\/bass cones for every Diamond generation from Kevlar. 19 years and many award-wining ranges later, Wharfedale has developed a new composite called Klarity. The chief ingredient of Klarity is polypropylene, a material that has been used to make speaker cones since the BBC researched its use for this purpose in the 1970s. Polypropylene cones are renowned for their characteristically low distortion and controlled 'breakup', as well as their resistance to moisture in the air. They also have a reputation in some quarters for sounding a little 'unexciting' – a perception that is largely the result of mediocre engineering. When designed and implemented optimally, polypropylene cones can sound enthralling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Secret Revealed:\u003c\/strong\u003e To make Klarity, Wharfedale adds mica to the formulation. This increases stiffness compared to polypropylene alone, reducing flexing and enabling a lightweight cone with high rigidity, low colouration and lightning-fast response – ideal characteristics to deliver both accuracy and excitement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid\/Bass Drivers – Attention To Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene speaker cones are often combined with high-damping surrounds to achieve a smooth response curve. However, the hysteresis of these surrounds can restrict dynamics and make bass sound somewhat 'soft'. For the Diamond 12 Series, the aim was to combine the Klarity cone with a low-damping surround, thereby achieving both low colouration and expressive dynamics. This was not a simple task but, by simulating many different cone shapes and adding ribs to provide further stiffening, a flat response curve was achieved without resorting to a high-damping surround, thereby striking the ideal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Klarity diaphragms are driven by a substantial, precision-made magnet system with an aluminium compensation ring to minimise the effect of variations in inductance as the voice coil travels. This contributes to an absence of distortion and intermodulation generated by the motor system. The voice coil is wound on a high-power epoxy\/glass fibre bobbin – highly unusual in speakers at this price level. This has the advantage of not adding eddy currents and delivering greater power handling than an aluminium bobbin, whilst also being much stiffer than the Kapton type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Tweeter \u0026amp; Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Diamond 12 Series' treble unit sports a 25mm dome made from a woven polyester film with a high-loss coating to deliver open and smoothly extended high frequencies. The magnet system and the front plate have been optimised for wide dispersion and uncompressed behaviour. The front plate is flat and exposes the dome as much as possible, with a short duct to balance the acoustic load and improve the SPL (sound pressure level) measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treble unit combines seamlessly with the mid\/bass driver via a crossover network using an acoustic LKR 24dB topology. This includes air core inductors of the type more commonly found in high-end speakers, selected because they produce the lowest distortion of all inductor types. As the resistance of the coil is higher than a standard laminated steel or ferrite core inductor, the magnetic structure of the mid\/bass driver has been modified to compensate, resulting in fast, clean bass with no distortion from the inductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully Crafted Cabinet Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cabinet is a critical part of any high-performance loudspeaker. At entry-level price points, corners are often cut to constrain cost, but this is a mistake; no matter how good the drive units, their performance will be wasted if the cabinet's construction is suboptimal. For this reason, Diamond 12 Series speakers feature cabinets constructed with a level of sophistication usually reserved for much more expensive designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rear-ported enclosure of each model is precisely sized so that the internal volume works in harmony with the drive unit system to deliver the desired sonic result. The cabinet walls are made from sections of wood fibreboard of varying thickness, constructed in such a way as to subdue the identifiable characteristics of the cabinet's 'sound' and ensure the drivers' output remains unsullied. The resonant properties of each element – even the glue – were considered to determine the ideal combination of materials and placement. Inside the cabinet, Intelligent Spot Bracing connects opposing walls with a specific form of wood brace to achieve optimal reduction of cabinet resonance. These braces are precisely modelled by computer simulation to improve upon the commonplace 'figure of eight' brace, which can have the effect of transferring resonance from one wall to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 Bookshelf Speakers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 is a bookshelf speaker that is designed to take no prisoners with its wide breadth of abilities. A pair can be mounted on speaker stands or a substantial sideboard and are compact enough to not dominate visually but are sizeable enough to provide ample room filling sound in medium to larger spaces. They are also the perfect candidate for a nice, music orientated subwoofer such as a \u003ca href=\"\/home-audio\/home-speakers\/subwoofers.html?manufacturer=112\u0026amp;q=home-audio%2Fhome-speakers%2Fsubwoofers.html\"\u003eREL\u003c\/a\u003e if you want all the benefits of full range sound and the impact of deeper bass. They are only a little taller than a vinyl record whilst employing a smooth sounding 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter for the high frequencies and an advanced 165mm (6.5\") Klarity mid\/bass driver for the rest of the frequency range. Beautifully styled in a range of contemporary finishes, this speaker deserves to be top of your list if a medium size bookshelf speaker with real presence is what you are after.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43252992114824,"sku":"6972650924514","price":594.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Oak","offer_id":43252992147592,"sku":"6972650924361","price":594.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":43252992180360,"sku":"6972650924354","price":594.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":43252992213128,"sku":"6972650924378","price":849.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/9317\/8248\/files\/wharfedale-d12.2-speakers-black-1sds_10ffb3ec-5039-4cd2-9981-8de8ba15f5b1.jpg?v=1764645687"},{"product_id":"wharfedale-diamond-12-1-bookshelf-speakers","title":"Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 Bookshelf Speakers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.1 Bookshelf Speakers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 bookshelf speaker could well prove to be the goldilocks in the range. Not too big, not too small, just right. With the dramatic clean-sheet redesign of the Diamond 12 range, spearheaded by world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, Wharfedale have once again raised the bar for what affordable audiophile quality speakers can achieve. At the price, and even well above it, these Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 stand mount speakers are going to be very, very hard to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 is probably destined to be the best seller in the range because of the stunning performance it offers for the price. Small enough to not dominate a room yet with fire power enough to fill medium size spaces, this is a prime candidate for top consideration. The Diamond 12.1 employs a sweet sounding 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter and an advanced 130mm (5\") mid\/ bass driver constructed of a new material called Klarity which combines traditional polypropylene with mica for added strength and a level of clarity and energy which is truly refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in Cambridgeshire, England since 1982, Wharfedale's famous Diamond speakers have served as the classic entry point to true high-fidelity sound, their exceptional sonic value for money earning numerous 'product of the year' accolades in the UK and around the world. With the introduction of the Diamond 12 Series, Wharfedale once again raises the bar for affordable, high-performance loudspeakers. However, read on because the following text will give some great insight into the background and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet The Designer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early on, Wharfedale determined that the Diamond 12 Series should be an opportunity to start afresh. So they made the decision to collaborate with world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, whose track record of delivering class-leading sound from modestly priced speakers, including designs for Tannoy, Mission, Naim, and Q-Acoustics is exceptional. A challenge was issued to Mr Fink: how much sonic performance can you wring from a range of speakers at classic Diamond price points? And so he along with Wharfedale's team set to work, delivering clean-sheet designs without a single element carried over from the outgoing Diamond 11 Series.We also believe that with the entire Diamond 12 Series, he and Wharfedale's team of acoustic engineers have achieved a new entry-level benchmark that will worry a lot of other brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Klarity Driver – The Difference Is Clear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the Diamond 8 Series in 2001, Wharfedale has made the mid\/bass cones for every Diamond generation from Kevlar. 19 years and many award-wining ranges later, Wharfedale has developed a new composite called Klarity. The chief ingredient of Klarity is polypropylene, a material that has been used to make speaker cones since the BBC researched its use for this purpose in the 1970s. Polypropylene cones are renowned for their characteristically low distortion and controlled 'breakup', as well as their resistance to moisture in the air. They also have a reputation in some quarters for sounding a little 'unexciting' – a perception that is largely the result of mediocre engineering. When designed and implemented optimally, polypropylene cones can sound enthralling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make Klarity, Wharfedale adds mica to the formulation. This increases stiffness compared to polypropylene alone, reducing flexing and enabling a lightweight cone with high rigidity, low colouration and lightning-fast response – ideal characteristics to deliver both accuracy and excitement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid\/Bass Drivers – Attention To Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene speaker cones are often combined with high-damping surrounds to achieve a smooth response curve. However, the hysteresis of these surrounds can restrict dynamics and make bass sound somewhat 'soft'. For the Diamond 12 Series, the aim was to combine the Klarity cone with a low-damping surround, thereby achieving both low colouration and expressive dynamics. This was not a simple task but, by simulating many different cone shapes and adding ribs to provide further stiffening, a flat response curve was achieved without resorting to a high-damping surround, thereby striking the ideal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Klarity diaphragms are driven by a substantial, precision-made magnet system with an aluminium compensation ring to minimise the effect of variations in inductance as the voice coil travels. This contributes to an absence of distortion and intermodulation generated by the motor system. The voice coil is wound on a high-power epoxy\/glass fibre bobbin – highly unusual in speakers at this price level. This has the advantage of not adding eddy currents and delivering greater power handling than an aluminium bobbin, whilst also being much stiffer than the Kapton type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Tweeter \u0026amp; Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Diamond 12 Series' treble unit sports a 25mm dome made from a woven polyester film with a high-loss coating to deliver open and smoothly extended high frequencies. The magnet system and the front plate have been optimised for wide dispersion and uncompressed behaviour. The front plate is flat and exposes the dome as much as possible, with a short duct to balance the acoustic load and improve the SPL (sound pressure level) measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treble unit combines seamlessly with the mid\/bass driver via a crossover network using an acoustic LKR 24dB topology. This includes air core inductors of the type more commonly found in high-end speakers, selected because they produce the lowest distortion of all inductor types. As the resistance of the coil is higher than a standard laminated steel or ferrite core inductor, the magnetic structure of the mid\/bass driver has been modified to compensate, resulting in fast, clean bass with no distortion from the inductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully Crafted Cabinet Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cabinet is a critical part of any high-performance loudspeaker. At entry-level price points, corners are often cut to constrain cost, but this is a mistake; no matter how good the drive units, their performance will be wasted if the cabinet's construction is suboptimal. For this reason, Diamond 12 Series speakers feature cabinets constructed with a level of sophistication usually reserved for much more expensive designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rear-ported enclosure of each model is precisely sized so that the internal volume works in harmony with the drive unit system to deliver the desired sonic result. The cabinet walls are made from sections of wood fibreboard of varying thickness, constructed in such a way as to subdue the identifiable characteristics of the cabinet's 'sound' and ensure the drivers' output remains unsullied. The resonant properties of each element – even the glue – were considered to determine the ideal combination of materials and placement. Inside the cabinet, Intelligent Spot Bracing connects opposing walls with a specific form of wood brace to achieve optimal reduction of cabinet resonance. These braces are precisely modelled by computer simulation to improve upon the commonplace 'figure of eight' brace, which can have the effect of transferring resonance from one wall to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.1 Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Wharfedale started with a clean sheet here, and it shows. Pretty much everything is new, from the drive units to the cabinet construction. The result is a pair of compact, 31cm-tall boxes that have the ability to make the most of price-compatible hi-fi components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir sound is organised, cohesive and musical. They deliver an impressively expansive soundstage for the money that stays stable even when recordings become layered and demanding. We like the reassuring way the Diamonds handle larger-scale dynamics too, delivering more authority and scale than one might expect for speakers of a modest size and price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a tough area of the market, however, and Wharfedale's superb speakers aren't short of talented rivals. Still, the impressive Diamond 12.1 deserve a place on anyone's shortlist.\" \u003cstrong\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? - Best British Speakers 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 Bookshelf Speakers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 is a classically sized bookshelf speaker that is equally at home on speaker stands or a sideboard. They are small enough to almost disappear visually but are substantial enough to provide room filling sound in medium size spaces. They are the perfect candidate for a nice, music orientated subwoofer such as a REL if you want the benefits of full range sound. They are only about the height of a vinyl record but employ a textile dome 25mm (1\") tweeter for the high frequencies and an advanced Klarity 130mm (5\") mid\/bass driver for the rest of the frequency range. Beautifully styled in a range of on-point finishes, this speaker deserves to be top of your list if a smaller bookshelf speaker with real presence is what you are after.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43252992442504,"sku":"6972650924521","price":454.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Oak","offer_id":43252992475272,"sku":"6972650924347","price":454.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":43252992508040,"sku":"6972650924323","price":454.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":43252992540808,"sku":"6972650924316","price":649.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/9317\/8248\/files\/wharfedale-d12.1-speakers-black-1sds_2a912093-347f-4306-837f-2ce7313fbbcc.jpg?v=1745216508"},{"product_id":"wharfedale-diamond-12-3-floorstanding-speakers","title":"Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 Floorstanding Speakers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.3 Speakers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 is the smaller floorstanding speaker in the '12-Series' range that strikes the perfect balance between room filling sound and a practical cabinet size that is easy to locate in any environment. With the dramatic clean-sheet redesign of the Diamond 12 range, spearheaded by world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, Wharfedale have once again raised the bar for what affordable audiophile quality speakers can achieve. At the very reasonable price, considering the performance on offer, these new Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 floorstanding speakers are truthfully great value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice is one thing, but performance and design should still be carefully assessed even though everyone agrees that the Diamond 12.3 looks on the surface to be a cracking good speaker at a very, very affordable price. Although it's the smaller floorstander in the range is still packs plenty of punch with its 2.5 way, 3 speaker design. It will appeal to those who want generous sound but also want the speaker to fit in seamlessly with their décor. The Diamond 12.3 employs a clear sounding 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter and an advanced 130mm (5\") mid\/bass driver, together with a dedicated 130mm (5\") bass driver constructed of a new material called Klarity™ which combines traditional polypropylene with mica for added strength and a level of clarity and energy which is rather tasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in Cambridgeshire, England since 1982, Wharfedale's famous Diamond speakers have served as the classic entry point to true high-fidelity sound, their exceptional sonic value for money earning numerous 'product of the year' accolades in the UK and around the world. With the introduction of the all-new Diamond 12 Series, Wharfedale once again raises the bar for affordable, high-performance loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNew Klarity Driver – The Difference Is Clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the Diamond 8 Series in 2001, Wharfedale has made the mid\/bass cones for every Diamond generation from Kevlar. 19 years and many award-wining ranges later, Wharfedale has developed a new composite called Klarity. The chief ingredient of Klarity is polypropylene, a material that has been used to make speaker cones since the BBC researched its use for this purpose in the 1970s. Polypropylene cones are renowned for their characteristically low distortion and controlled 'breakup', as well as their resistance to moisture in the air. They also have a reputation in some quarters for sounding a little 'unexciting' – a perception that is largely the result of mediocre engineering. When designed and implemented optimally, polypropylene cones can sound enthralling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Secret Revealed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make Klarity, Wharfedale adds mica to the formulation. This increases stiffness compared to polypropylene alone, reducing flexing and enabling a lightweight cone with high rigidity, low colouration and lightning-fast response – ideal characteristics to deliver both accuracy and excitement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMid\/Bass Drivers – Attention To Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolypropylene speaker cones are often combined with high-damping surrounds to achieve a smooth response curve. However, the hysteresis of these surrounds can restrict dynamics and make bass sound somewhat 'soft'. For the Diamond 12 Series, the aim was to combine the Klarity cone with a low-damping surround, thereby achieving both low colouration and expressive dynamics. This was not a simple task but, by simulating many different cone shapes and adding ribs to provide further stiffening, a flat response curve was achieved without resorting to a high-damping surround, thereby striking the ideal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Klarity diaphragms are driven by a substantial, precision-made magnet system with an aluminium compensation ring to minimise the effect of variations in inductance as the voice coil travels. This contributes to an absence of distortion and intermodulation generated by the motor system. The voice coil is wound on a high-power epoxy\/glass fibre bobbin – highly unusual in speakers at this price level. This has the advantage of not adding eddy currents and delivering greater power handling than an aluminium bobbin, whilst also being much stiffer than the Kapton type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRefined Tweeter \u0026amp; Crossover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diamond 12 Series' treble unit sports a 25mm dome made from a woven polyester film with a high-loss coating to deliver open and smoothly extended high frequencies. The magnet system and the front plate have been optimised for wide dispersion and uncompressed behaviour. The front plate is flat and exposes the dome as much as possible, with a short duct to balance the acoustic load and improve the SPL (sound pressure level) measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treble unit combines seamlessly with the mid\/bass driver via a crossover network using an acoustic LKR 24dB topology. This includes air core inductors of the type more commonly found in high-end speakers, selected because they produce the lowest distortion of all inductor types. As the resistance of the coil is higher than a standard laminated steel or ferrite core inductor, the magnetic structure of the mid\/bass driver has been modified to compensate, resulting in fast, clean bass with no distortion from the inductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCarefully Crafted Cabinet Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabinet is a critical part of any high-performance loudspeaker. At entry-level price points, corners are often cut to constrain cost, but this is a mistake; no matter how good the drive units, their performance will be wasted if the cabinet's construction is suboptimal. For this reason, Diamond 12 Series speakers feature cabinets constructed with a level of sophistication usually reserved for much more expensive designs. And weighing in at just on 20kgs each, they are very solid considering their small footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRear Port\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear-ported enclosure is precisely sized so that the internal volume works in harmony with the drive unit system to deliver the desired sonic result. The cabinet walls are made from sections of wood fibreboard of varying thickness, constructed in such a way as to subdue the identifiable characteristics of the cabinet's 'sound' and ensure the drivers' output remains unsullied. The resonant properties of each element – even the glue – were considered to determine the ideal combination of materials and placement. Inside the cabinet, Intelligent Spot Bracing connects opposing walls with a specific form of wood brace to achieve optimal reduction of cabinet resonance. These braces are precisely modelled by computer simulation to improve upon the commonplace 'figure of eight' brace, which can have the effect of transferring resonance from one wall to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.3 Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Founded back in 1932 by Gilbert Briggs, Wharefdale takes its name from a valley found in the upper parts of the River Wharfe in the Yorkshire Dales, where the original speakers were made. Responsible for innovations such as the two-way speaker and the ceramic driver, the Diamond range is the company's most famous speaker of recent years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd it now features a truly outstanding (and affordable) floorstander. Indeed, we were so impressed by the Wharfedale Diamond 12.3's musical performance we deemed it a What Hi-Fi? Awards 2021 winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 98cm tall, the Diamond 12.3 aren't a particularly imposing pair of floorstanders, so they'll fit into most spaces. Sonically, they're smooth, even-handed and wonderfully refined for the money. Feed them a poor signal and they'll round off rough edges and downplay unwanted aggression without sounding like they're smothering the life out of the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for build quality, the cabinets are carefully crafted with a traditional straight-edge design and a tidy feet arrangement. The 12.3 are available in four finishes – black, walnut, white and a classy light oak – all of which belie their relatively modest price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for reasonably-priced hi-fi speakers, the talented Wharfdale 12.3 are a superb buy.\" \u003cstrong\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? - Best British Speakers 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 Speakers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.3's are going to be popular, no doubt. Plenty of people want the extra body and bass that floorstanding speakers provide but don't want to pay for it with visuals reminiscent of the hulk. Never fear, the Diamond 12.3's are here to save the day. They're slim, perfectly proportioned and thoroughly refined in that typically British way. Being a 2.5 way means that both main drivers get in on the act of delivering bass while the upper driver handles midrange duties as well. This gives the sense of a much bigger sound without the need for a much bigger cabinet. Naturally, they will match perfectly with a well-chosen, music orientated subwoofer such as a REL if you want the benefits of full range sound and extra bass. And there's a lot of technology packed into these slim cabinets with a smooth sounding 25mm textile dome tweeter employed for the high frequencies, an advanced 130mm Klarity driver handling midrange and bass and another dedicated 5\" Klarity driver whose only job is to provide seamless bass reinforcement down low. Beautifully styled in a range of on-point finishes, these slim, good looking floorstanding speakers sound great, while looking like they totally belong in your home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43253004075144,"sku":"6972650924507","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Light Oak","offer_id":43253004107912,"sku":"6972650924408","price":1189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":43253004140680,"sku":"6972650924392","price":1189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":43253004173448,"sku":"6972650924385","price":1189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/9317\/8248\/files\/wharfedale-diamond-12.3-walnut-1s_1.jpg?v=1737433922"},{"product_id":"wharfedale-diamond-12-c-centre-speaker","title":"Wharfedale Diamond 12.C Centre Speaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWharfedale Diamond 12.C Centre Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Diamond 12.C centre channel is the audio visual partner to the Wharfedale Diamond 12 series. It provides the same great midrange clarity and depth that the stereo speakers convey and is the perfect partner for an all Wharfedale home cinema system. With the dramatic clean-sheet redesign of the Diamond 12 range, spearheaded by world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink, Wharfedale have once again raised the bar for what affordable audiophile quality speakers can achieve. At the price, the new Wharfedale Diamond 12.C centre channel is absolutely cracking value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWharfedale just had to make the Diamond 12.C. What a waste it would have been if they had spent all that time and creative energy on the Diamond 12 stereo speakers and then hung the home theatre enthusiast out to dry. Fortunately, Wharfedale are the good guys and they smiled on all us movie lovers by carefully crafting a matching centre channel that provides a perfect cinema soundstage when used with other Diamond 12 models. The Diamond 12.C employs a clear sounding 1\" (25mm) textile dome tweeter and dual advanced 5\" (130mm) mid\/bass drivers constructed of a new material called Klarity™ which combines traditional polypropylene with mica for added strength and a level of clarity and energy that makes vocals come to life in a very pleasing manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in Cambridgeshire, England since 1982, Wharfedale's famous Diamond speakers have served as the classic entry point to true high-fidelity sound, their exceptional sonic value for money earning numerous 'product of the year' accolades in the UK and around the world. With the introduction of the all-new Diamond 12 Series, Wharfedale once again raises the bar for affordable, high-performance loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo develop the new range, Wharfedale has collaborated with world-renowned speaker designer Karl-Heinz Fink for the first time. Fink's track record of delivering class-leading sound from modestly priced speakers, including designs for Tannoy, Mission, Naim, and Q-Acoustics, is exceptional and with the Diamond 12 Series, he and Wharfedale's team of acoustic engineers have achieved a new entry-level benchmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly on, Wharfedale determined that the Diamond 12 Series should be an opportunity to start afresh. A challenge was issued to Mr Fink: how much sonic performance can you wring from a range of speakers at classic Diamond price points? And so, he and Wharfedale's team set to work, delivering clean-sheet designs without a single element carried over from the outgoing Diamond 11 Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Klarity™ Driver – The Difference Is Clear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the Diamond 8 Series in 2001, Wharfedale has made the mid\/bass cones for every Diamond generation from Kevlar. 19 years and many award-wining ranges later, Wharfedale has developed a new composite called Klarity™. The chief ingredient of Klarity™ is polypropylene, a material that has been used to make speaker cones since the BBC researched its use for this purpose in the 1970s. Polypropylene cones are renowned for their characteristically low distortion and controlled 'breakup', as well as their resistance to moisture in the air. They also have a reputation in some quarters for sounding a little 'unexciting' – a perception that is largely the result of mediocre engineering. When designed and implemented optimally, polypropylene cones can sound enthralling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make Klarity™, Wharfedale adds mica to the formulation. This increases stiffness compared to polypropylene alone, reducing flexing and enabling a lightweight cone with high rigidity, low colouration and lightning-fast response – ideal characteristics to deliver both accuracy and excitement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid\/Bass Drivers – Attention To Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene speaker cones are often combined with high-damping surrounds to achieve a smooth response curve. However, the hysteresis of these surrounds can restrict dynamics and make bass sound somewhat 'soft'. For the Diamond 12 Series, the aim was to combine the Klarity™ cone with a low-damping surround, thereby achieving both low colouration and expressive dynamics. This was not a simple task but, by simulating many different cone shapes and adding ribs to provide further stiffening, a flat response curve was achieved without resorting to a high-damping surround, thereby striking the ideal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Klarity™ diaphragms are driven by a substantial, precision-made magnet system with an aluminium compensation ring to minimise the effect of variations in inductance as the voice coil travels. This contributes to an absence of distortion and intermodulation generated by the motor system. The voice coil is wound on a high-power epoxy\/glass fibre bobbin – highly unusual in speakers at this price level. This has the advantage of not adding eddy currents and delivering greater power handling than an aluminium bobbin, whilst also being much stiffer than the Kapton type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Tweeter \u0026amp; Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Diamond 12 Series' treble unit sports a 25mm dome made from a woven polyester film with a high-loss coating to deliver open and smoothly extended high frequencies. The magnet system and the front plate have been optimised for wide dispersion and uncompressed behaviour. The front plate is flat and exposes the dome as much as possible, with a short duct to balance the acoustic load and improve the SPL (sound pressure level) measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treble unit combines seamlessly with the mid\/bass driver via a crossover network using an acoustic LKR 24dB topology. This includes air core inductors of the type more commonly found in high-end speakers, selected because they produce the lowest distortion of all inductor types. As the resistance of the coil is higher than a standard laminated steel or ferrite core inductor, the magnetic structure of the mid\/bass driver has been modified to compensate, resulting in fast, clean bass with no distortion from the inductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully Crafted Cabinet Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cabinet is a critical part of any high-performance loudspeaker. At entry-level price points, corners are often cut to constrain cost, but this is a mistake; no matter how good the drive units, their performance will be wasted if the cabinet's construction is suboptimal. For this reason, Diamond 12 Series speakers feature cabinets constructed with a level of sophistication usually reserved for much more expensive designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabinet walls are made from sections of wood fibreboard of varying thickness, constructed in such a way as to subdue the identifiable characteristics of the cabinet's 'sound' and ensure the drivers' output remains unsullied. The resonant properties of each element – even the glue – were considered to determine the ideal combination of materials and placement. Inside the cabinet, Intelligent Spot Bracing connects opposing walls with a specific form of wood brace to achieve optimal reduction of cabinet resonance. These braces are precisely modelled by computer simulation to improve upon the commonplace 'figure of eight' brace, which can have the effect of transferring resonance from one wall to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Wharfedale Diamond 12.C Centre Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diamond 12.C is a nicely judged centre channel that should prove to be a great size proposition for most rooms and cabinets. Naturally, it is the perfect match for the Wharfedale Diamond 12 range of stereo speakers, both bookshelf and floorstanding, with a clarity and richness to the midrange that the other models have in spades. The 12.C uses dual 130mm (5\") Klarity™ drivers for accurate, refined midrange and bass frequencies, while the 25mm (1\") textile dome tweeter delivers open and smoothly extended high frequencies opening up detail and depth for movies, sports and music. 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