Wharfedae Opus (Version 2) Series Speakers Overview
The Wharfedale Opus (Version 2) loudspeaker system is
a premium quality, large format
loudspeaker designed for exceptional
accuracy in the reproduction of recorded music and film.The scale of presentation and
dynamic range is beyond that
possible from conventional highfidelity
loudspeakers, primarily
because of the volume of air capable
of being displaced from the drive
units; their speed of response and
agility under pressure.
Numerous new technologies have
been applied throughout the range
to ensure that Opus (Version 2) is capable of
creating a lifelike listening experience
akin to that of a live concert hall.
New Carbon-Fibre bass drivers, our
unique tri-laminate cone, three-inch
dome mid-range and a lightweight
‘copper-coated’ aluminium tweeter
voice-coil for extended and precise
high-frequency response, all
contribute towards one of the finest
loudspeakers available today.
Build and finish is nothing short of
exceptional - something you would
expect from a product of this quality -
yet every detail has been addressed. The Wharfedale Opus (Version 2) series fit effortlessly into
the living environment with the
choice of piano or satin finishes, and
a range of real wood veneers - not
reconstituted woods used on lesser
loudspeakers. Gold-plated terminals,
cast alloy trim and accessories simply
guild the real construction which
utilises variable-density multi-layer
laminate MDF cabinets, sealed and
isolated mid-range compartment,
high-purity oxygen-free copper
cables and a simple yet perfectly
executed crossover.
Drive Unit Technology: Opus uses advanced neodymium and alnico magnets to produce intense and focused flux fields that provide a tight grip on drive unit movement. The soft dome midrange, the most advanced unit of its kind, provides tonal balancing throughout the range. The bass cone, a woven carbon fibre composite unit exhibits incredible linearity and control with a textbook response and rise time. Dynamics are dramatically harder and faster with no noticeable bass overhang.
Piano Gloss Finish: All models are finished to a piano gloss standard, using selected hardwoods. Protected with 10 upward coats of varnish, each coat is cut and polished by hand after being naturally dried at atmospheric temperature. Only the highest standards of finish are deemed acceptable.
Curved Cabinet: Constructed with a special variety of wood composite which is manufactured from Australian Eucalyptus and Pine blended with synthetic resins. This grade of wood is prized for its inherent qualities of strength, homogeneous consistency and its flawlessly smooth finish. With the curved shape enclosure, standing waves are prevented from starting and bass energy is maintained rather than absorbed.
Opus ‘Tri-pole’ Surround: Twin pairs of dome mid-ranges and tweeters fire at angles. This speaker is designed to be hung on rear or side walls in pairs to create the ideal rear soundstage for modern multi-channel systems. The front firing 6.5” or 170mm bass driver extends the bass response to around 60Hz.
Gold-plated Terminal & Spikes: Heavy duty, shielded and gold-plated tri-wire terminals are supplied. Bridge links for either single, bi or tri wiring, (or amping) enable a wide choice of amplifier and cable options to suit every budget and taste. The floorstanding models are supplied with integral plinth stand, securely making a very good mechanical contact even on uneven floors or carpet pile.
Wharfedale Opus (Version 2) 3 - Performance Specifications
- Type 3-way Floorstanding (4 drivers)
- Bass driver: 2 x 9.84" Tri-lam
- Mid-Range: 2.95"Textile dome
- Tweeter 25mm Textile dome
- Nominal Impedance 6ohm (8ohm compatible)
- Frequency Response +/- 3dB 33Hz - 43kHz
- Recommended Amplifier Power 100 - 600w
- SPL (1w@1m) 91dB
- Dimensions 47.64" H x 12.40" W x 17.32" D
- Net weight 88.19 lbs
- SOLD as PAIRs
Wharfedale has been leading
innovation in loudspeaker design since 1932. Through the award-winning early
drive units and loudspeaker its, to famous marques such as the ‘Airedale’,
Wharfedale has brought n ow one of the fastest growing audio brands in the world,
we currently have manufacturing base of over 1.2 million square feet, encompassing
everything from capacitor manufacture to full production of over 600 different
drive units, we offer outstanding value through complete vertical integration
of every process and sub-assembly - even to the extent that we manufacture our
own tools.
Wharfedale’s UK team
of engineers design every detail of every product meticulously with complete
freedom to explore new technologies and materials. The results are clear to
see with significant technological and performance advantages over our competitor’s
products. Cast alloy
DPC* chassis; high resolution tweeters; Super Audio Capacitors; high-grade internal
wiring; Bi-directional KEVLAR“ woven cones; high-temperature double and
quadruple wound voice-coils and rare-earth neodymium magnet assemblies are just
some of the cutting-edge features we have included in our current ranges.
