{"product_id":"wharfedale-elysian-4r-floorstanding-speakers","title":"Wharfedale Elysian  4R Floorstanding Speakers","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ELYSIAN 4R is the flagship floorstanding loudspeaker in the ELYSIAN R Series. Created for the most ambitious two-channel systems, it delivers the full scale, authority and emotional depth of Wharfedale’s high-end loudspeaker engineering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith dual 8.5-inch coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers, a dedicated 6-inch coated glass fibre matrix midrange driver and the further-developed 27 x 90mm AMT high-frequency unit, the ELYSIAN 4R is designed for effortless dynamics, deep bass extension and a vast, natural soundstage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the most complete expression of Generation R: more refined, more precise and more revealing, while preserving the rich, expansive musical character that made the original ELYSIAN series a modern classic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Wharfedale_Elysian_4R_small_3.jpg?v=1782213002\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ELYSIAN 4R builds on the strongest foundations of the original flagship ELYSIAN design. Its purpose is simple: to deliver music with the scale, physicality and natural realism expected from a true high-end floorstanding loudspeaker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dual 8.5-inch bass drivers provide deep, controlled low-frequency authority, supported by Wharfedale’s Slot-Loaded Profiled Port system for extension, speed and reduced placement sensitivity. The dedicated midrange driver handles the crucial vocal and instrumental band with clarity and tonal accuracy, while the AMT treble unit brings openness, air and transient speed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneration R refinements elevate the system further. The crossover has been reworked with direct-path PCBs and premium components. Driver manufacturing has been tightened for greater consistency. Cabinet behaviour has been further optimised to reduce resonance and preserve acoustic transparency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ELYSIAN 4R is not merely the largest model in the range. It is the statement model, built for listeners who want the full depth, power and refinement of Wharfedale’s flagship loudspeaker design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Wharfedale_Elysian_4R_small_2.jpg?v=1782213027\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlagship ELYSIAN R Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ELYSIAN 4R delivers the greatest scale, authority and low-frequency extension in the range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Wharfedale_Elysian_4R_small_1.jpg?v=1782213040\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual 8.5-Inch Bass Drivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers provide deep extension, dynamic headroom and controlled impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Wharfedale_Elysian_3R_small_3.jpg?v=1782208228\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated 6-Inch Midrange Driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe separate midrange unit preserves natural vocal tone, instrumental texture and spatial precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bass and midrange drivers feature coated glass fibre matrix cones chosen for their strength, lightweight nature and controlled damping. This ensures clear bass, natural midrange reproduction and minimal colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_1R_mid_range.jpg?v=1782196476\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurther-Developed AMT Treble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 27 x 90mm AMT delivers speed, extension and low-distortion high-frequency performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ELYSIAN R AMT is engineered for speed, openness and precision. Its pleated diaphragm moves air with exceptional efficiency, giving the loudspeaker a sense of effortless detail and natural high-frequency extension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_tweeter.jpg?v=1782195612\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe R Crossover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ELYSIAN R crossover features premium components, including high-silicon-iron-cored coils for bass, air-core coils for midrange and treble, Super Audiophile polypropylene capacitors and low-inductance resistors. Innovative direct-path PCBs are designed to maintain signal clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/New_Project_10_8525868c-4beb-461d-9d65-8f7a56584c6c.jpg?v=1782212768\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLPP Bass Management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWharfedale’s Slot-Loaded Profiled Port system enhances bass extension and control, minimises turbulence and reduces placement sensitivity. The outcome is bass that is strong, fast and consistent in typical listening environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Luxury Finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ELYSIAN 4R is available in Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black and Lunar Grey, with refined matte-black trim detailing and matching stand options for selected models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Wharfedale_Elysian_4R_small_87bbf547-5f82-400b-a2d6-2dccb6b2506f.jpg?v=1782213155\" alt=\"\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eELYSIAN 4R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-way floorstanding speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass reflex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransducer Complement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Frequency Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 × 8.5-inch (220mm) coated glass fibre matrix cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidrange Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6-inch (150mm) coated glass fibre matrix cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Frequency Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 × 90mm AMT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity (2.83V @ 1m):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–250W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak SPL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Ω (8Ω compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response (+\/-3dB):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30Hz – 22kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass Extension (-6dB):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrossover Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e340Hz, 3.1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet Volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38L, 79.4L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight (On Plinth):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1188mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (On Plinth):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e402mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth (With Terminals):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(432 + 30)mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarton Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1285 × 595 × 480mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49.5kg per speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55.8kg per carton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Matt Black","offer_id":56712790770050,"sku":"ELYS_4R_BLK","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lunar Grey","offer_id":56712790835586,"sku":"ELYS_4R_GRY","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Piano 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