{"product_id":"wharfedale-aura-c-center-channel-speaker","title":"Wharfedale Aura C Center Channel Speaker","description":"\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:6px 12px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:700\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e2-way center channel speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eBass reflex with SLPP port system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eBass Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e6.5 inch black glass fibre matrix cone (x2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eTreble Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e27 x 90mm AMT (Air Motion Transformer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eFrequency Response (+\/-3dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e48Hz to 22kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eSensitivity (2.83V @ 1M)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e89dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e4 ohms (8 ohm compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eMinimum Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e3.6 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e25 to 200W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003ePeak SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e107dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eCrossover Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e1.9kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eCabinet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eMulti-layer construction, piano finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eDimensions (HxWxD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e2.68 in x 11.93 in x 13.86 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e60 lbs each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eSold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eEach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:6px 12px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:700\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eIn the USA, Wharfedale provides a 5 year parts and labor warranty on the Aura C for the original purchaser. Distributed by MoFi Distribution and sold as an authorized dealer by All Elite Audio. Register your speakers to activate coverage and contact us with any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:6px 12px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:700\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:20px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWharfedale Aura C center channel speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003eBuyer's Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-guides\/wharfedale-aura-c-center-channel-speaker-a-complete-buying-guide\"\u003eRead the full guide to the Wharfedale Aura C\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-guides\/wharfedale-aura-series-buying-guide-how-to-choose-the-right-model\"\u003eCompare the Wharfedale Aura range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Aura C is the dedicated center channel of the Aura series, engineered to anchor dialogue and blend seamlessly with Aura front and surround speakers. Drawing inspiration from Wharfedale's flagship Elysian research project, the Aura C pairs the acclaimed Wharfedale AMT high frequency transducer with dual 6.5 inch woven glass fibre matrix cones for a presentation that is both transparent and effortlessly musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVoice reproduction is the heart of any home theater, and the Aura C delivers it with clarity and body. The folded AMT diaphragm reproduces pressure waves with very low mass, revealing the fine harmonic overtones in speech and the subtle textures of film scores. The glass fibre matrix cones handle the midrange and low frequency work with transient accuracy, keeping busy soundtracks composed and intelligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA bass reflex cabinet with Wharfedale's SLPP port system and multi-layer construction keeps resonance low so that what you hear comes from the drivers rather than the box. Finished to the same standard as the rest of the Aura line, the Aura C is a natural choice for a matched surround system built around British engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWharfedale AMT High Frequency Transducer.\u003c\/strong\u003e The folded AMT diaphragm sits in a powerful magnetic field and moves air with very low mass, delivering treble detail and shimmering realism without the blurring effects of heavier dome or planar diaphragms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 6.5 Inch Glass Fibre Matrix Cones.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two proprietary woven glass fibre matrix cones provide transient accuracy and efficiency, with high flexibility rubber surrounds that keep motion controlled and clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDialogue First Design.\u003c\/strong\u003e A horizontal two way layout centered on the AMT keeps voices anchored to the screen with clarity and intelligibility, even during complex action scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSLPP Port System.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wharfedale's revolutionary port design smooths airflow to reduce turbulence and noise, extending low frequency reach while keeping bass tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Distortion Motor Systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Voice coils immersed in high flux magnetic fields and controlled by copper clad pole pieces minimize distortion, mounted on rigid die cast aluminum chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti Layer Cabinet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Meticulously crafted multi layer cabinet construction reduces resonance so the sound you hear comes from the drivers, not the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Aura Timbre Match.\u003c\/strong\u003e Voiced to blend with the rest of the Aura family, the Aura C creates a coherent soundstage as effects and voices move across the front speakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of speaker is the Wharfedale Aura C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a dedicated 2-way center channel speaker from the Aura series, built to reproduce dialogue and center imaging in a home theater system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tweeter does the Aura C use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt uses the Wharfedale AMT high frequency transducer, a 27 by 90mm folded Air Motion Transformer that offers exceptional clarity and transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the bass drivers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aura C uses two 6.5 inch black glass fibre matrix cones with high flexibility rubber surrounds for accurate, efficient midrange and bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Aura C sold each or as a pair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aura C is sold each, which is standard for a center channel speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the frequency response?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is rated at 48Hz to 22kHz within plus or minus 3dB, with bass extension reaching lower for a center channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the sensitivity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSensitivity is 89dB measured at 2.83V and 1 meter, making it an efficient and easy to drive center channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the nominal impedance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNominal impedance is 4 ohms and it is 8 ohm compatible, with a minimum impedance of 3.6 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much amplifier power does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWharfedale recommends between 25 and 200 watts, so it works well with most AV receivers and separate power amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the crossover frequency?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe internal crossover between the woofers and the AMT tweeter is set at 1.9kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the cabinet a sealed or ported design?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a bass reflex design that uses Wharfedale's SLPP port system to extend low frequency output while reducing port noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aura C is offered in Piano Black, White Gloss, and Piano Walnut so you can match it to your other Aura speakers and your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is the Aura C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt measures approximately 2.68 inches high by 11.93 inches wide by 13.86 inches deep, so it fits well below or above most displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does it weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNet weight is 60 pounds each, reflecting its solid multi layer cabinet construction, so plan a stable, well supported surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Aura C magnetically shielded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it does not include AV shielding, which is generally unnecessary with modern flat panel displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the Aura C match my other Aura speakers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it shares the AMT tweeter and glass fibre matrix cones with the Aura family for a seamless timbre match across the front stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the Aura C in a stereo setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is designed as a center channel, so it is best used as the center in a surround system rather than as a stereo speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere should I place the Aura C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace it as close to ear level as possible, centered with the screen, either on a stable shelf below the display or on a raised platform above it. 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