Wharfedale EVO 5.1 Listening Test: Premium Speakers Under €1,000
The Wharfedale EVO 5.1 sets a new standard in the sub-€1,000 segment. Our listening test in Goslar shows: wide soundstage, precise bass, pleasantly musical character — a true price-performance wonder.
Wharfedale EVO 5.1 — Floorstanding Speaker with Tradition
Wharfedale is one of the oldest speaker manufacturers in the world — founded in 1932 in England. The EVO 5 series is their current premium offering in the price range between €700 and €1,200. The EVO 5.1 is the compact two-way floorstander of the series.
Technical Specs at a Glance
- Drivers: 25mm fabric tweeter, 2x 165mm bass/mid drivers
- Impedance: 6 Ohms (nominal)
- Sensitivity: 90 dB (1W/1m)
- Frequency range: 45 Hz – 20 kHz
- Dimensions: 1050 x 193 x 325 mm (H/W/D)
Our Listening Test in Goslar-Hahnenklee
We paired the EVO 5.1 with an Audiolab 6000A amplifier — a combination we often recommend. The result: A surprisingly wide soundstage for a compact floorstander. Voices sound authentic, strings are silky, and the bass goes deep without booming.
Who Is the Wharfedale EVO 5.1 Right For?
For music listeners looking for a neutral, musical speaker without the typical "hi-fi character" of modern competitors. Especially recommended for jazz, classical music, and singer-songwriter material. Rock and electronic music also sound great — only for very high volumes in large rooms would we recommend an amplifier from 80 watts upwards.
Price and Availability
The Wharfedale EVO 5.1 is in stock and audible at our store in Goslar-Hahnenklee. To the catalog or request a consultation appointment.
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