Wharfedale - Elysian 3R Floor-Standing Speakers (Pair)

Get Real(ism): Wharfedale Elysian 3R Floor-Standing Speakers Play with Staggering Accuracy and Dynamics, Feature Refined Air Motion Transformer, Two Seven-Inch Woofers, and a Six-Inch Midrange

Get real in ways that will prompt you to re-explore music you've known well your entire life with the Wharfedale Elysian 3R floor-standing speaker. Taking audio principles valued by audiophiles worldwide — warmth, intimacy, balance, non-fatiguing playback — and connecting them with flagship-level detail retrieval, three-dimensional imaging, and freedom from enclosure-induced distortions, the 62.7-pound Elysian 3R is crafted to represent the threshold of performance, technology, and architecture available in its price class.

With the ability to play at high listening levels without strain as well as those sought-after lower levels without loss of nuance or involvement, Elysian 3R seizes on the wide-frequency dispersion and speed capabilities of its 1 x 3.5-inch AMT (Air Motion Transformer) tweeter with a lightweight PET diaphragm and acoustically damped rear chamber and pushes everything to a new frontier. You'll hear fine micro-detail, excellent balance, and natural tones. Two seven-inch coated glass-fiber matrix cone woofers and a six-inch midrange driver produce fast transients due to the low mass and high rigidity of their build. 

As for the optimized crossover components, indicative of just how seriously Wharfedale considered every element in Elysian 3R? Start with high-silicon-iron-cored coils for the bass that provide low DCR and enable the amplifier to exert excellent control over the drivers. Air-core coils are used for the midrange and treble, complemented by Super Audiophile Polypropylene capacitors throughout the signal path. All resistors are low-inductance types, specifically chosen for their neutral effect on music signals.

As practical as it is beautiful, the 41.3 x 10.3 x 12.4-inch (HWD) Elysian 3R proves easier to place near walls and furniture than conventional models in its class. Credit goes to the innovative bass port (SLPP) that vents its lowest frequencies to a slot at the base, which then equalizes the high internal pressure to the low pressure in your room. No wonder Elysian 3R reaches down and delivers the full body of instruments that live amid lower frequencies. And thanks to a central phase plug that improves linearity, Elysian 3R produces wide-scale soundstaging — even for off-axis listening.

Rated at 92dB sensitivity, Elysian 3R can be fully driven by modest power amplifiers — no need for a 500Wpc beast here. Sculpted to command attention in even the grandest rooms, the cabinetry features edges contoured to minimize diffraction. Height-adjustable metal spikes provide rock-solid stability on any floor. And a five-year manufacturer warranty ensures you’ll be in good hands. Read more about the advantages of this tremendous speaker below. Or give us a shout at 312-433-0200 to learn more.

Elysian R Series: What's Different from the Original Line
Elysian R builds upon the proven foundation of the original series, enhancing performance through refinements focused on advances in crossover execution, driver capability, and optimized cabinet behavior. Enhanced AMT performance delivers even greater resolution and transient accuracy. Refined glass-fiber matrix drivers improve clarity and control, while advanced crossover modeling ensures superior phase integration. Additionally, cabinet refinements reduce resonance and enhance acoustic transparency. The result is a loudspeaker that retains the unmistakable Elysian character (effortless, dynamic, expansive) while delivering greater precision, refinement, and realism.

Grab Some Air
The refined AMT (Air Motion Transformer) high-frequency driver is an inherently superior transducer capable of delivering wide bandwidth, ultra-low distortion, and exceptional speed. Unlike conventional dome tweeters, AMT uses a pleated diaphragm to move air with remarkable efficiency and precision, resulting in greater detail, faster transient response, and more natural high-frequency reproduction. The Elysian R Series AMT features an ultra-lightweight PET diaphragm with an enlarged, high-spec design and acoustically damped rear chamber. This ensures even more open, extended and effortless treble performance.

A Midrange for Natural Expression
The proprietary woven glass-fiber matrix midrange driver has been further refined to deliver astonishing realism and tonal accuracy. Enhancements to the low-mass, high-strength cone construction complement the advanced motor system. This aluminum ring improves distortion control while the custom-designed phase plug aids the wide dispersion and linear response. The result is a midrange performance that places vocals and instruments precisely and naturally within the soundstage, enhancing emotional connection to the music.

A Cabinet That Contributes to Performance
The cabinet preserves its iconic design while incorporating improvements in finish and acoustic performance. It features multi-layer PROS (Panel Resonance Optimization System) construction, which reduces cabinet resonance and energy leakage, thereby enhancing structural integrity. The cabinet is finished with premium materials, including matte and piano lacquer options. It remains acoustically inert, allowing the drivers to deliver maximum clarity with minimal coloration.

Signature Port
The signature Slot-Loaded Profiled Port (SLPP) has been further optimized to maximize efficiency and minimize distortion. It equalizes internal and external air pressure, improves bass extension and control, and reduces placement sensitivity. As a result, it delivers bass performance that is not only powerful but also clean, fast, and consistent across different listening environments.

Aesthetic Evolution
For Elysian R, a new matte approach follows modern trends and contemporary design language, complementing modern interiors while preserving the series’ unmistakable presence, feel, and luxurious standing. Choose between opulent matte black and matte grey, or the ever-popular, standard-defining piano lacquered walnut. Equally contemporary matte-black trims, driver detailing, and metalwork complement the simplified, understated visual identity.