Wharfedale Elysian 3R 3-Way Floorstanding Speakers (Pair), Matt Black Overview
The Wharfedale Elysian 3R is designed for listeners who want the scale of a floorstanding loudspeaker in a slimmer, more room-friendly form. Its true three-way driver array separates bass, midrange, and treble across dedicated units, helping the speaker stay composed with music that moves between deep bass, clear vocals, and fine high-frequency detail.
Dual 7-inch coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers provide low-frequency weight with speed and control, while the dedicated 6-inch midrange driver keeps voices and instruments focused. The further-developed 27 x 90mm Elysian R AMT treble unit adds airy, extended detail at the top end. Generation R refinements also improve crossover modelling, driver consistency, and cabinet behaviour, while Wharfedale?s SLPP bass management helps reduce turbulence and placement sensitivity.
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View Full DescriptionCompact Floorstanding Scale
The Elysian 3R is the more compact floorstanding model in the Elysian R Series, giving you high-end three-way performance without the larger footprint of the flagship design. Its slimmer cabinet is easier to position in modern living rooms, especially where space around furniture matters. Even with its reduced size, it still delivers the presence, scale, and dynamic reach expected from a floorstanding speaker. This makes it a strong choice if you want a serious listening experience that can fit naturally into everyday spaces at home with less compromise.
Three-Way Separation for Clearer Sound
A pair of 7-inch coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers handle low frequencies, giving the Elysian 3R the weight and depth needed for full-range music. This leaves the dedicated 6-inch midrange driver free to focus on voices, piano, guitars, and other detail-rich instruments. By separating these duties, each driver works within a more suitable range, improving control across the frequency band. You hear clearer textures, more stable imaging, and better definition during complex recordings, so the speaker feels composed whether you are listening quietly or at higher volumes.
AMT Treble and Controlled Bass
The 27 x 90 mm Elysian R AMT treble unit moves air quickly and efficiently, giving high frequencies an open, detailed character with low distortion. This helps cymbals, strings, and spatial cues sound clean without becoming hard or tiring. At the other end, Wharfedale’s Slot-Loaded Profiled Port system supports deeper bass while reducing turbulence from the cabinet. The result is low-frequency weight that feels more controlled and easier to place in typical rooms, helping the Elysian 3R sound consistent in real homes.
Specifications
| Model | ELYSIAN 3R |
|---|---|
| General Description | 3-Way Floorstanding Speaker |
| Enclosure Type | Bass Reflex |
| Transducer Complement | 3-Way |
| Low-Frequency Driver | 2 × 7" (180 mm) Coated Glass Fibre Matrix Cone |
| Midrange Driver | 6" (150 mm) Coated Glass Fibre Matrix Cone |
| High-Frequency Driver | 27 × 90 mm AMT |
| Sensitivity | 89 dB (2.83 V @ 1 m) |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 30 – 200 W |
| Maximum SPL | 108 dB |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ω (Compatible 8 Ω) |
| Minimum Impedance | 2.3 Ω |
| Frequency Response | 44 Hz – 22 kHz (±3 dB) |
| Bass Extension | 35 Hz (-6 dB) |
| Crossover Frequency | 375 Hz2.9 kHz |
| Cabinet Volume | 9.4 L35 L |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 263 × 1050 × 315 mm |
| Carton Dimensions (W × H × D) | 415 × 1155 × 425 mm |
| Net Weight | 28.45 kg |
| Gross Weight | 35.37 kg |
| Product Code | ELYSIAN3RMB |
| EAN | 6978698284375 |
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