Elysian Series

Wharfedale ELYSIAN is a new flagship loudspeaker series that pushes the boundaries of capability and performance from a speaker at this price-point. A genuine example of luxury audio, ELYSIAN offers indulgence in design, materials, aesthetics and performance. A thorough and no compromise approach has led the Wharfedale engineers to create a benchmark in affordable, audiophile-grade luxury loudspeakers. Cutting edge design and class-leading technology are combined to deliver musical reproduction that will proudly challenge the world’s finest loudspeakers.

One for the connoisseur and one for the history books, ELYSIAN will leave you questioning, how is this possible in this price-class?

ELYSIAN is truly an audio engineering work of art.

From the genuine Piano-Lacquer finished cabinet, created with details of true craftsmanship, through to the AMT (Air Motion Transformer) high frequency transducers and European manufactured bass drivers, ELYSIAN represents a new standard in the world of home audio experiences. The resultant sound, from the finely balanced driver selection and expert crossover design, matches the pristine design with a degree of natural transparency that will leave you breathless.

PPS BEST HiFi Speakers Amplifiers Subwoofer of 2023

ELYSIAN 3 recognized as the Stand Out Product of 2023 by PURSUIT PERFECT SYSTEM.

ELYSIAN 3

Dec, 2023

Stereoplay - Golden Ear Award 2023

ELYSIAN 1 proudly claims 1st place in the Stereoplay Goldenes Ohr (Golden Ear) awards 2023 Best standmount loudspeakers under 4000 Euro

ELYSIAN 1

Aug, 2023

What Hi-Fi?

Wharfedale adds compact Elysian 3 floorstander to flagship speaker range

ELYSIAN 3

Jun, 2023

Fedeltà del Suono (IT) - TOP QUALITY

...I have the honour of reviewing a product from a brand that represents the history of HiFi. There are very few brands that started before the Second World War and Wharfedale is one of these, which, incredibly, still enjoys the excellence and is continuing to amaze with its intuitions and technological innovations.

ELYSIAN 2

Sep, 2022

What Hi-Fi? - 5 Stars

The Elysian 4 prove that Wharfedale can make great speakers at all price levels… these big Wharfedales represent excellent value. When it comes to build, engineering content and performance, they have little to fear from any rival… It’s clear that Wharfedale now has another jewel in its crown.

ELYSIAN 4

Mar, 2021

Tharbamar (USA)

One of the signatures of this speaker is top-end high quality finish, like super expensive Sonus Faber, the fit and finish in quality components to be used. The stand itself is very impressive! …this is the one of the high end speakers that you can get in this price point. Finishing quality is comparable to more than 10K dollars speakers.

ELYSIAN 2

Sep, 2020

What Hi-Fi?

The Elysian speakers sport eye-catching AMT tweeters… high-frequency driver, a form of electrostatic transducer, designed to move a high volume of air for low distortion and high accuracy.

ELYSIAN Series

May, 2019

Revealing the passion and excitement of the musical performance

ELYSIAN AMT

The AMT (Air Motion Transformer) is a radically different way of moving air. A large, pleated, lightweight diaphragm is driven across its surface by rows of strategically placed metallic strips immersed in a strong magnetic field. Under the influence of the musical drive the pleats in the diaphragm contract and expand, squeezing the air between them to form the desired waveform. Not only is this an efficient way of moving air but it is also very accurate as the diaphragm is under close control of the motor system at all times. In addition the AMT is a velocity, rather than pressure, transducer, capable of producing scintillatingly fast transients and dynamics. The result is a wide bandwidth device that achieves low distortion naturally and delivers wonderful musical detail.

ELYSIAN Midrange

Determined to match the sensitivity and accuracy of the AMT, we settled on a unique woven glass fibre matrix for the cone, which gives a wonderful combination of low mass and strength, and then gave this a coating of high plasticity to control its acoustic behaviour. With such a low mass only a low-damping, foamed rubber-like material would match for the surround, again coated for durability. A central phase plug is specially shaped to linearise the output across a wide bandwidth, even well off-axis, enhancing a natural response to the music which can be heard anywhere you wish to sit. What you will hear is astonishing reality to voices and instruments. Vocalists seem to be present in the room with you – close your eyes and listen to the palpable presence of singers in the acoustic space presented by ELYSIAN.

ELYSIAN Bass

The bass units are loaded by the most advanced version of the unique Wharfedale Slot Port yet. Christened SLPP (Slot Loaded Profiled Port) the rear output of the bass units is not wasted. Instead the lowest frequency energy is vented to a slot at the base of the speaker, specially profiled to equalize the high internal pressure to the low pressure in the room. Overall system sensitivity is incredibly high, typically more than 92dB output for just 1 watt of input, allowing any amplifier to reveal the full dynamic range of the music fed to it without any strain or limitation. In combination the bass units and SLPP bass reflex system provide the massive foundation on which the rest of the musical performance sits, letting you feel as well as hear the full impact of thunderous low frequency information.

How does it compare?

See how the ground-breaking Wharfedale product series compares, from EVO 5 through AURA to ELYSIAN.

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ELYSIAN 3

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ELYSIAN C Stands

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ELYSIAN 1

ELYSIAN C

ELYSIAN 1 Stands

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ELYSIAN 2 Stands

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ELYSIAN 4

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ELYSIAN 2

The ELYSIAN series has been discontinued. It has been succeeded by the ELYSIAN R series. Any remaining ELYSIAN stock is shown below while it lasts, and every ELYSIAN loudspeaker remains supported under its Wharfedale warranty.

ELYSIAN was a flagship loudspeaker series that pushed the boundaries of what a speaker at its price point could do. A genuine example of luxury audio, it offered indulgence in design, materials, aesthetics and performance, and a no-compromise approach led Wharfedale's engineers to a benchmark in affordable, audiophile-grade luxury loudspeakers.

From the genuine piano-lacquer cabinet, built with real craftsmanship, through to the AMT (Air Motion Transformer) high-frequency transducers and European-manufactured bass drivers, ELYSIAN set a standard in home audio. The finely balanced driver selection and expert crossover design gave it a natural transparency that still stands comparison today.

British sound since 1932Wharfedale was founded in 1932 in Yorkshire, UK, by Gilbert Arthur Briggs.

3 Year WarrantyWe provide a 3-year warranty for all Wharfedale products.

Free Australia wide shippingFree on all Australian orders over $300.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Wharfedale Elysian Series?

Elysian is Wharfedale's flagship loudspeaker range — its reference design, featuring an AMT tweeter, glass-fibre-matrix cones, Linkwitz-Riley crossovers and hand-finished piano-lacquer cabinets.

What makes Elysian Wharfedale's best speakers?

Elysian debuts Wharfedale's most advanced engineering before it trickles down to other ranges: the Air Motion Transformer tweeter for fast, open highs, glass-fibre-matrix drivers for low-distortion midrange and bass, and precision Linkwitz-Riley crossovers.

Which Elysian model should I choose?

Choose the Elysian 1 standmount for smaller rooms or the Elysian 2 standmount for medium rooms — both on stands — the Elysian 4 floorstander for full-range sound in medium to large rooms, and add the Elysian C centre for home cinema.

What amplifier does Elysian need?

Elysian scales with electronics, so partner it with a high-quality amplifier delivering roughly 100–200 watts per channel of clean power to hear everything it can do.

Does the Elysian 2 need stands?

Yes — place the Elysian 2 standmount on rigid, dedicated stands at ear height, away from walls, for the best imaging and bass control.

Is my Wharfedale Elysian purchase covered by warranty in Australia?

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