{"product_id":"wharfedale-elysian-cr-center-channel-speaker","title":"Wharfedale Elysian CR 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\"\u003e3-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\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\"\u003eLow Frequency Drivers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eDual 8.5 inch (220mm) coated glass fibre matrix cones\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\"\u003eMidrange Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e6 inch (150mm) coated glass fibre matrix cone\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\"\u003eHigh Frequency Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e27 x 45mm 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\"\u003e35Hz - 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\"\u003eBass Extension (-6dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e27Hz\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 Frequencies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e360Hz, 2.9kHz\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\"\u003eSensitivity (2.83V @ 1m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e91dB\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\"\u003e6 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\"\u003e3.5 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 - 250W\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\"\u003e110dB\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 Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e5.7L, 64.0L\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\"\u003eHeight (on plinth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e12.6 inches\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\"\u003eWidth (on plinth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e32.7 inches\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\"\u003eDepth (with terminals)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e14.6 inches\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\"\u003e66.6 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\"\u003eAvailable Finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eGloss Walnut, Matte Black, Matte Grey\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 Elysian CR 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 Elysian CR center channel speaker (each)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlinth hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional matching stand (if selected)\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-elysian-cr-center-channel-speaker-a-complete-buying-guide\"\u003eRead the full guide to the Wharfedale Elysian CR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-guides\/wharfedale-elysian-r-series-buying-guide-choosing-the-right-flagship-speaker\"\u003eCompare the Wharfedale Elysian R range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale Elysian CR is the dedicated center channel of the flagship Elysian R series, engineered to anchor dialogue and center imaging in a reference home theater. Developed by the team led by Director of Acoustic Design Peter Comeau, the Elysian R line builds on the original Elysian project of 2020, carrying forward the warmth, intimacy, and freedom from listening fatigue that define the uncolored British sound while pushing precision and realism further still.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its heart is a true 3-way layout with dual 8.5 inch coated glass fibre matrix woofers flanking a 6 inch matrix midrange and a 27 x 45mm Air Motion Transformer tweeter. This configuration keeps voices open and articulate rather than compressing them into a two-way center, so film and music dialogue arrives with body and clarity across a wide seating area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinished to a standard worthy of the finest homes, the Elysian CR is offered in Gloss Walnut, Matte Black, and Matte Grey. It is sold each and can be paired with a matching stand for ideal placement and integration with your Elysian R front stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue 3-Way Center Design.\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated 6 inch midrange separates vocal reproduction from the bass drivers, keeping dialogue clear and natural instead of narrowing it through a two-way layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced AMT Tweeter.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Air Motion Transformer uses a large pleated PET diaphragm driven evenly across its surface, moving air with exceptional speed for sweetly extended, low distortion high frequencies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcoustically Damped Rear Chamber.\u003c\/strong\u003e A newly added damped rear chamber behind the AMT absorbs the diaphragm back wave, delivering clearer and more refined treble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 8.5 Inch Matrix Woofers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two coated glass fibre matrix cones provide the low frequency foundation and dynamic headroom needed to match Elysian R floorstanders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimbre Matched to Elysian R.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shared driver technology and voicing let the CR blend seamlessly with Elysian R fronts and surrounds for a coherent soundstage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Amplifier Compatibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 6 ohm nominal impedance with 8 ohm compatibility and a 25 to 250W power window suits a broad range of AV receivers and processors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Grade Finishes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in Gloss Walnut, Matte Black, and Matte Grey, finished to a standard suited to the finest homes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Elysian CR sold as a pair or each?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is sold each, which is standard for a center channel speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat driver configuration does the Elysian CR use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a true 3-way design with dual 8.5 inch coated glass fibre matrix woofers, a 6 inch matrix midrange, and a 27 x 45mm AMT tweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the frequency response?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt measures 35Hz to 22kHz within plus or minus 3dB, with bass extension to 27Hz at the -6dB point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the sensitivity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSensitivity is rated at 91dB measured at 2.83V at 1 meter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the nominal impedance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNominal impedance is 6 ohms and it is compatible with 8 ohm outputs, with a minimum impedance of 3.5 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 250 watts, so most quality AV receivers and processors will drive it well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an AMT tweeter and why does it matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Air Motion Transformer uses a large pleated diaphragm that moves air quickly and evenly, producing clear, extended, low distortion treble with a different character than a conventional dome.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Elysian CR comes in Gloss Walnut, Matte Black, and Matte Grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add a matching stand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Elysian CR is offered with or without a matching stand for ideal placement and integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn its plinth it measures about 12.6 inches high, 32.7 inches wide, and 14.6 inches deep including terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Elysian CR weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach speaker has a net weight of about 66.6 pounds, so plan for solid support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it match other Elysian R speakers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it shares driver technology and voicing with the Elysian R range for a seamless timbre match across your front stage and surrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Elysian CR a good fit for a large room?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts dual 8.5 inch woofers and 110dB peak SPL give it the dynamic headroom for larger rooms and reference level playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the crossover frequencies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe crossover points are set at 360Hz and 2.9kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a grille?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a removable grille is included so you can listen with the drivers exposed or covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for music as well as movies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the true 3-way layout and refined AMT tweeter make it well suited to multichannel music as well as film soundtracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Wharfedale a genuine British brand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, Wharfedale was founded in 1932 and the Elysian R series is developed by its acoustic design team led 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