Bookshelf Speakers

For the best sound, yes. Dedicated stands place the tweeter at ear height and keep the speaker away from shelves and walls that smear the bass. Rigid, partially mass-loaded stands work best.

They're ideal for rooms up to about 25 m². Compact models like the Diamond 12.1 suit small rooms and desktops; larger standmounts like the Diamond 12.2i or Evo 5.2 fill a medium living room with ease.

Not necessarily — Wharfedale standmounts deliver surprisingly full bass. But if you watch a lot of movies or want deep sub-bass for electronic music, adding a matched subwoofer creates a seamless 2.1 system.

Most Wharfedale bookshelf speakers are an easy load and sing with 30–250 watts per channel from any quality stereo amplifier. Check each model's recommended power on its product page.

Absolutely. They make excellent front or surround channels. Pair them with a matching centre and subwoofer for a timbre-matched surround system.

Yes. As the authorised Australian distributor, AVR provides a genuine local warranty on all Wharfedale speakers. See our warranty terms for details.