{"product_id":"wharfedale-elysian-cr-centre-speaker","title":"Wharfedale Elysian CR Centre Speaker","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"189\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe ELYSIAN CR is the dedicated centre-channel loudspeaker for the ELYSIAN R Series, engineered to deliver Wharfedale’s flagship sound to premium home cinema and multichannel music systems.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"189\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_CR.jpg?v=1782385086\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eA true three-way centre speaker, ELYSIAN CR combines dual 8.5” coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers, a dedicated 6” coated glass fibre matrix midrange driver and a 27 x 45mm AMT high-frequency unit. It is designed to deliver dialogue with clarity and natural body, while preserving the scale, tonal balance and dynamic expression needed to match the wider ELYSIAN R system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eIn a high-end home cinema system, the centre channel is critical. It carries dialogue, anchors the soundstage and connects the left and right speakers into a coherent front soundfield. For ELYSIAN R, that role demands more than a conventional centre speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_CR_1.jpg?v=1782385085\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eELYSIAN CR uses a genuine three-way architecture, allowing the centre channel to reproduce voices and effects with the same clarity, authority and tonal refinement as the main ELYSIAN R models. The dedicated midrange driver ensures dialogue remains natural and intelligible, while the dual bass drivers provide weight and scale. The AMT treble unit delivers speed and openness, preserving fine detail without adding hardness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eWhether used with ELYSIAN 1R, 2R, 3R or 4R, ELYSIAN CR completes the system with a centre channel engineered to the same flagship standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003eTrue ELYSIAN R Centre Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eDesigned to match the tonal balance, refinement and dynamic character of the wider ELYSIAN R range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_CR_2.jpg?v=1782385085\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eThree-way Driver Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eDedicated bass, midrange and treble sections help deliver clear dialogue, stable imaging and full-range authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_CR_3.jpg?v=1782385085\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eDual 8.5” Bass Drivers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eLarge coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers provide weight, depth and dynamic scale for film soundtracks and multichannel music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_CR_1.jpg?v=1782385085\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eDedicated 6” Midrange Driver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eThe separate midrange unit ensures voices are presented with natural body, clarity and focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eThe bass and midrange drivers use coated glass fibre matrix cones, selected for their combination of strength, low mass and controlled damping. This helps deliver clean bass, natural midrange tone and low colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_CR_4.jpg?v=1782385085\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eAMT high-frequency Unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003eThe 27 x 45mm AMT delivers speed, openness and fine detail from a centre-channel format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_tweeter.jpg?v=1782195612\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2521\"\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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eThe R Crossover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2814\"\u003eThe ELYSIAN R crossover uses 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. Newly designed direct-path PCBs help preserve signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2814\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_crossover.jpg?v=1782195612\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2836\"\u003eSLPP Bass Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eWharfedale’s Slot-Loaded Profiled Port system improves bass extension and control while reducing turbulence and placement sensitivity. The result is bass that is powerful, fast and consistent in real listening rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003eLuxury Finishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003eELYSIAN CR is available in Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black and Lunar Grey, with refined matte-black trim detailing and matching stand option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/Elysian_CR_1.jpg?v=1782385085\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3215\" data-end=\"3235\"\u003eStand and Be Counted\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3237\" data-end=\"3398\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMatching ELYSIAN CR stands are available, featuring high-carbon-steel tube construction, high-carbon-steel top plates and hardened high-carbon-steel base spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Matt Black","offer_id":56712790933890,"sku":"ELYS_CR_BLK","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lunar Grey","offer_id":56712790901122,"sku":"ELYS_CR_GRY","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Piano Walnut","offer_id":56712790966658,"sku":"ELYS_CR_WAL","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2792\/5768\/files\/ELYSIANCRBLACKPERSPECTIVE.jpg?v=1782385811","url":"https:\/\/dougbradyhifi.com\/products\/wharfedale-elysian-cr-centre-speaker","provider":"Doug Brady HiFi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}