Wharfedale Super Denton Bookshelf Speakers

Overview

The Wharfedale Super Denton continues a British loudspeaker legacy that stretches back decades, taking its cues from the original three-way Denton concept and updating it with modern drive units, cabinet engineering, and crossover design. Part of Wharfedale's esteemed Heritage series, it pairs classic proportions and traditional woodwork with genuinely contemporary performance in a compact standmount package.

What sets the Super Denton apart from most speakers of its size is its dedicated three-way layout. A 6.5 inch woven Kevlar bass driver handles the low end, a 2 inch soft dome takes care of the critical midrange, and a 1 inch soft dome tweeter delivers airy, refined highs. Splitting the workload across three purpose built drivers lets each one operate in its comfort zone, producing an open, uncolored midrange and effortless dynamics that belie the cabinet's modest footprint.

Finished in real wood veneers and voiced in the warm, musical Wharfedale tradition, the Super Denton is at home on stands in a dedicated listening room or on a substantial shelf. It is an inviting, easy to enjoy speaker that rewards careful amplification and quality sources.

Key Features

• True Three-Way Design. A dedicated bass, midrange, and treble driver let each unit focus on its own band, delivering a clean, open midrange and natural presentation that is unusual in a bookshelf of this size.
• Woven Kevlar Bass Driver. The 6.5 inch black woven Kevlar cone provides tuneful, well controlled low frequencies with impressive extension down to 40Hz for a compact cabinet.
• Soft Dome Midrange and Treble. The 2 inch soft dome midrange and 1 inch soft dome tweeter combine for smooth, detailed, and fatigue free reproduction of voices and instruments.
• Heritage Series Craftsmanship. Traditional cabinet construction and real wood veneers reflect Wharfedale's storied history while housing thoroughly modern engineering.
• Bass Reflex Cabinet. The 14.7 liter vented enclosure is tuned to reinforce low end weight and dynamic ease without sacrificing agility.
• Optimized Crossover. Crossover points at 940Hz and 4.6kHz blend the three drivers seamlessly for cohesive, well integrated sound across the frequency range.
• Flexible Placement and Finishes. Available in Walnut, Red Mahogany, and Black Oak, the Super Denton looks at home on stands or a sturdy shelf in a wide range of rooms.

How the Super Denton Compares

Wharfedale Super Denton vs Spendor A1.2 Two Way Shelf Mount

The Spendor A1.2 is a refined two way British standmount with a distinctly transparent, resolving character. If you prefer a more direct two way voice, the A1.2 is worth an audition, while the Super Denton leans on its dedicated midrange driver for extra midband body.

Wharfedale Super Denton vs Mission 750

The Mission 750 offers the classic Mission presentation with its own take on musical timing and imaging. Choose it if you favor the Mission house sound, or the Super Denton for the tonal richness of its three-way layout.

Wharfedale Super Denton vs LEAK Sandwich 150

The LEAK Sandwich 150 pairs heritage looks with a smooth, engaging balance. It is a great match for vintage inspired systems, while the Super Denton distinguishes itself with its separate midrange and treble domes.

Wharfedale Super Denton vs Amphion Argon 1

The Amphion Argon 1 is a Finnish design known for precise imaging and controlled dispersion. Prefer it for pinpoint focus in near field setups, or the Super Denton for its warmer, room filling character.

Wharfedale Super Denton vs Wharfedale Linton (next step up)

Step up to the Linton for larger 8 inch 3-way bookshelf speakers within the Heritage range.

Wharfedale Super Denton vs Wharfedale Denton (next step down)

Step down to the Denton, a 6.5 inch 2-way bookshelf pair in the same Heritage series.

Recommended Amplifiers

The Super Denton is an easy speaker to partner, needing between 25 and 120 watts and appreciating a clean, tuneful amplifier. Here are AEA amplifiers that pair beautifully by power, character, and value.

• Audiolab 6000A MKII Integrated Amplifier: A superb all in one match with plenty of clean power, a built in DAC, and streaming options. Its neutral, refined presentation lets the Super Denton's three-way clarity shine.
• LEAK Stereo 130 Integrated Amplifier: The LEAK Stereo 130 brings a warm, musical character and heritage styling that complements the Super Denton's tonal richness, with a capable DAC on board.
• Yamaha A-S801 Integrated Amplifier: A robust, well built integrated with ample power to control the bass driver and a detailed, dynamic sound that suits the Super Denton across all genres.
• Advance Paris X-i75 Classic Integrated Amplifier: The Advance Paris X-i75 delivers a smooth, spacious presentation with the grip to bring out full weight and dynamics from the Super Denton.
• Onkyo Muse Y 50 Network Streamer and Integrated Amplifier: For a streamlined system, the Onkyo Muse Y 50 combines streaming, DAC, and amplification in one, providing the power and versatility the Super Denton needs from a single box.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Super Denton speakers sold as a pair?

Yes. The Wharfedale Super Denton is sold as a matched pair, so a single purchase gives you both left and right speakers.

What makes the Super Denton a three-way speaker?

It uses three dedicated drivers: a 6.5 inch woven Kevlar bass driver, a 2 inch soft dome midrange, and a 1 inch soft dome tweeter. Each covers its own band for a clean, natural presentation.

What amplifier power do the Super Dentons need?

Wharfedale recommends amplifiers rated between 25 and 120 watts. A quality amp in that range will drive them comfortably in most rooms.

What is the sensitivity of the Super Denton?

Sensitivity is rated at 87dB (2.83V at 1m), which is typical for a well engineered compact three-way and pairs well with a wide variety of amplifiers.

What is the nominal impedance?

The nominal impedance is 6 ohms and the speakers are compatible with 8 ohm outputs. Minimum impedance is 3.4 ohms.

How low do the Super Dentons play?

Frequency response is 52Hz to 20kHz within plus or minus 3dB, with bass extension to 40Hz at the -6dB point. That is strong low end reach for a cabinet this size.

Do I need speaker stands?

For best results we recommend rigid, well matched stands that place the tweeters near ear height. They can also work on a sturdy shelf, though stands typically deliver the best imaging and bass control.

What finishes are available?

The Super Denton is offered in Walnut, Red Mahogany, and Black Oak real wood veneers.

What are the dimensions and weight?

Each speaker measures 14.17 inches high, 9.69 inches wide, and 11.61 inches deep, and weighs 20.28 lbs.

Is the cabinet ported or sealed?

It is a bass reflex, vented box design with a 14.7 liter internal volume tuned to reinforce the low frequencies.

What are the crossover frequencies?

The crossover transitions at 940Hz between bass and midrange, and at 4.6kHz between midrange and treble.

Can the Super Denton be used for home theater?

Yes. They make excellent front or surround speakers in a music forward home theater and blend well with a subwoofer for full range performance.

Do the grilles come off?

Yes, the grilles are removable so you can listen with or without them based on your preference and room aesthetics.

How does the Super Denton differ from the standard Denton?

Most modern Denton models are two-way designs. The Super Denton adds a dedicated midrange driver for a true three-way configuration, echoing the original three-way Denton concept.

Will a small tube or class D amplifier work?

As long as it falls within the 25 to 120 watt recommended range and can handle a 6 ohm load, many amplifier topologies will work. We are happy to advise on a good match.

Are these good for near field or desktop listening?

They can work in larger near field setups on stands, but their size and voicing are best suited to a stand or shelf placement in a small to medium room.

Is Wharfedale a reputable brand?

Wharfedale is a legendary British loudspeaker brand with a long heritage, distributed in the USA by MoFi. All Elite Audio is an authorized dealer.

What sources pair well with the Super Denton?

They respond well to quality streamers, DACs, turntables, and CD players. Their revealing midrange rewards clean, well recorded sources.

Do the Super Dentons need break in?

Like most speakers, they benefit from some hours of playback for the drivers and suspension to settle. You may notice the sound opening up over the first weeks of use.

Why buy from All Elite Audio?

All Elite Audio is an authorized Wharfedale dealer in Maryland offering genuine, fully warrantied products, expert system matching, and attentive service before and after your purchase.