Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1

Wharfedale Elysian 1 – Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)

High-end craftsmanship and breathtaking musical refinement. The Wharfedale Elysian 1—sold as a matched stereo pair—brings flagship technology into a compact, luxurious bookshelf format. With an advanced AMT tweeter, premium mid-bass driver and a beautifully finished cabinet, it delivers extraordinary clarity, texture and detail worthy of the Elysian name.

• AMT (Air Motion Transformer) tweeter for ultra-fast, detailed treble
• 6" woven glass-fiber mid-bass driver for accuracy and dynamic punch
• Hand-finished piano lacquer cabinet with curved, low-resonance design
• Engineered for high-end stereo and home cinema applications

Product Overview

The Wharfedale Elysian 1 distills the technology and sonic philosophy of the Elysian series into a smaller, more versatile loudspeaker. Its AMT tweeter delivers exceptional speed and transparency, while the custom glass-fiber mid-bass driver offers articulate midrange and controlled, tuneful bass.

The enclosure is crafted with thick, curved panels and extensive internal bracing to minimize resonance. Finished in luxurious, deep piano lacquer, the Elysian 1 provides both visual elegance and acoustic precision, making it ideal for premium listening rooms.

Listening Experience

The Elysian 1 pair offers a clear, spacious and deeply expressive sound signature. The AMT tweeter delivers stunning detail and openness, revealing micro-dynamics and atmospheric nuances with ease. The midrange is rich, textured and lifelike—perfect for vocals, acoustic instruments and high-resolution recordings.

Bass performance is surprisingly solid for the speaker’s size, remaining tight, controlled and musically integrated. The stereo imaging is holographic, with excellent depth and precision. The Elysian 1 excels at drawing the listener into the performance with natural ease and emotional impact.

Recommended Room Size

Ideal for small to medium-sized listening rooms where high-end refinement, detailed soundstage and compact speaker placement are essential.

Amplifier Pairing

The Elysian 1 performs best with amplifiers offering 50 to 150 watts per channel. High-quality amplification is rewarded with improved transparency, dynamics and bass control.

• High-current solid-state amplifiers offer precision and authority.
• Warm or neutral integrated amps create a balanced, emotionally engaging presentation.
• Tubes or hybrid amplifiers further enhance midrange richness and natural timbre.

Ideal Applications

• Premium stereo listening rooms
• High-resolution streaming and vinyl playback systems
• Bookshelf or stand-mounted configurations
• High-end home cinema front or surround channels

Technical Specifications

• Type: 2-way bookshelf speakers (sold as a pair)
• Tweeter: AMT (Air Motion Transformer)
• Woofer: 6" woven glass-fiber cone driver
• Nominal impedance: 4–8 Ω
• Sensitivity: Approx. 89 dB (2.83 V / 1 m)
• Recommended amplifier power: 50–150 W per channel
• Frequency response: Wide, detailed and highly controlled
• Cabinet: Piano lacquer, curved and internally braced
• Placement: Bookshelf or dedicated Elysian stands

Why Choose the Wharfedale Elysian 1 (Pair)?

The Wharfedale Elysian 1 pair is the perfect choice for audiophiles seeking high-end performance in a compact speaker. With luxurious design, advanced driver technology and a remarkably refined sound signature, it delivers true reference-level musicality in any premium listening environment.