Wharfedale ELYSIAN 3R Floorstanding Speaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The Wharfedale ELYSIAN 3R is the compact floorstanding loudspeaker in the ELYSIAN R Series flagship range from Wharfedale (Huntingdon, UK), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Designed to deliver the authority, openness, and dynamic expression of a high-end three-way floorstander in a slim 263mm-wide cabinet, the ELYSIAN 3R houses dual 7" coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers, a dedicated 6" coated glass fibre matrix midrange driver, and the further-developed 27 x 90mm AMT high-frequency driver with updated ultra-light PET diaphragm and acoustically damped rear chamber. With 89dB sensitivity, a frequency response of 44Hz to 22kHz and bass extension to 35Hz at -6dB, and 108dB peak SPL, the ELYSIAN 3R delivers full-range floorstander bandwidth in a room-friendly footprint.

Dual 7" Bass Drivers and Slim Floorstander Architecture

The ELYSIAN 3R's slim 263mm-wide cabinet achieves its combination of bass authority and compact footprint through dual 7" coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers operating in parallel below the 375Hz crossover point, providing the combined cone area of a single 9.9" equivalent driver while maintaining the controlled pistonic behaviour that smaller individual cone diameters preserve better than a single large-format woofer at equivalent combined area. The bass reflex cabinet is divided into two volumes — 9.4 litres and 35 litres — serving the dual bass driver alignment with separate tuning for optimal low-frequency performance. Wharfedale's SLPP Slot-Loaded Profiled Port reduces turbulence noise at high output levels, enhances bass extension and control to 35Hz at -6dB, and reduces the sensitivity of bass performance to room placement. The slim 263mm cabinet width is identical to the ELYSIAN 1R standmount, allowing the ELYSIAN 3R to occupy a minimal floor footprint in modern listening rooms.

Dedicated Midrange, AMT Tweeter, and Generation R Crossover

The ELYSIAN 3R's dedicated 6" coated glass fibre matrix midrange driver covers 375Hz to 2.9kHz independently of the dual bass drivers, operating with minimal excursion across the vocal and instrumental frequencies where the human ear is most sensitive to distortion and colouration. The further-developed 27 x 90mm AMT high-frequency driver covers frequencies above 2.9kHz with the pleated diaphragm's inherently low distortion and high transient speed, updated in the Generation R version with an ultra-light PET diaphragm and acoustically damped rear chamber for improved resolution and openness. The Generation R crossover uses high-silicon-iron-cored bass coils, air-core midrange and treble coils, Super Audiophile polypropylene capacitors, low-inductance resistors, and direct-path PCBs for the shortest signal path and reduced electromagnetic interference, with tightened driver manufacturing tolerances for improved unit-to-unit acoustic consistency. The ELYSIAN 3R's 2.3 ohm minimum impedance requires amplifiers rated for low-impedance loads — all Accuphase, Hegel, NAD Masters, and Parasound Halo power amplifiers available at Vinyl Sound Toronto are compatible with this requirement.

Key Features

• Dual 7" Coated Glass Fibre Matrix Bass Drivers: Two bass drivers in a slim 263mm-wide cabinet provide combined cone area equivalent to a single 9.9" driver for bass weight and dynamic authority with a room-friendly footprint.
• Dedicated 6" Coated Glass Fibre Matrix Midrange Driver: Independent midrange driver covering 375Hz to 2.9kHz for natural vocal presence, instrumental body, and minimal distortion across the most sensitive frequency range.
• Further-Developed 27 x 90mm AMT Tweeter: Updated ultra-light PET pleated diaphragm with acoustically damped rear chamber for open, fast, extended high-frequency performance with low distortion above 2.9kHz.
• Generation R Crossover at 375Hz and 2.9kHz: Refined crossover with high-silicon-iron-cored bass coils, air-core midrange and treble coils, Super Audiophile polypropylene capacitors, low-inductance resistors, and direct-path PCBs.
• SLPP Bass Management: Slot-Loaded Profiled Port for 35Hz bass extension, turbulence reduction, and improved room placement flexibility.
• Slim 263mm Width: Identical cabinet width to the ELYSIAN 1R standmount, providing a minimal floor footprint for modern listening spaces.
• 89dB Sensitivity: Compatible with amplifiers from 30 to 200W; minimum 2.3 ohm impedance requires amplifiers rated for low-impedance loads.
• 108dB Peak SPL: High dynamic headroom for large-scale musical reproduction at realistic listening levels.
• Three Finishes: Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black, and Lunar Grey with matte-black trim detailing.
• 3-Year Warranty: Wharfedale 3-year manufacturer warranty.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Wharfedale ELYSIAN 3R?

The Wharfedale ELYSIAN 3R is the compact three-way floorstanding loudspeaker in the ELYSIAN R Series flagship range from Wharfedale, Huntingdon, UK. It houses dual 7" coated glass fibre matrix bass drivers, a dedicated 6" midrange driver, and the further-developed 27 x 90mm AMT tweeter in a slim 263mm-wide cabinet with Generation R crossover at 375Hz and 2.9kHz, delivering 44Hz to 22kHz frequency response with 35Hz bass extension, 89dB sensitivity, and 108dB peak SPL.

How does the ELYSIAN 3R compare to the ELYSIAN 2R and ELYSIAN 4R?

The ELYSIAN 3R is a self-supporting floorstander versus the ELYSIAN 2R's standmount format, providing floor placement without dedicated stands and dual 7" bass drivers versus the 2R's single 8.5" driver, with 35Hz bass extension compared to the 2R's 28Hz. The ELYSIAN 4R is the flagship floorstander using dual 8.5" bass drivers and a larger 402mm-wide cabinet for greater bass weight, deeper 24Hz extension, higher 92dB sensitivity, and 110dB peak SPL in larger rooms. The 3R occupies the middle ground between standmount convenience and full-scale floorstander performance.

Why does the ELYSIAN 3R use two 7" bass drivers rather than one larger driver?

Wharfedale uses dual 7" bass drivers in the ELYSIAN 3R to achieve floorstander-class combined cone area while maintaining the slim 263mm cabinet width that makes the 3R practical for modern listening rooms. A single driver providing equivalent cone area would require a cabinet too wide for the slim ELYSIAN 3R profile. The dual 7" configuration also allows each driver to operate in its own separate bass reflex chamber — 9.4 litres and 35 litres respectively — for optimised individual tuning across the full low-frequency range.

What does the 2.3 ohm minimum impedance mean for amplifier selection?

The ELYSIAN 3R's 2.3 ohm minimum impedance means that at specific frequencies the speaker presents a very low electrical load to the connected amplifier. Amplifiers not rated for low-impedance operation may engage protection circuits or compress output at these frequencies. All Accuphase, Hegel, NAD Masters Series, and Parasound Halo power amplifiers available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto are rated for 4 ohm and below loads and are fully compatible with the ELYSIAN 3R. Vinyl Sound's audio specialists can confirm amplifier compatibility for your specific pairing.

Does the ELYSIAN 3R require dedicated speaker stands?

No. The ELYSIAN 3R is a self-supporting floorstanding loudspeaker that stands directly on its supplied plinth with spike and spike shoe system. Unlike the ELYSIAN 1R and 2R standmounts which require dedicated stands, the ELYSIAN 3R is placed directly on the floor, making it particularly practical for rooms where stands would occupy additional floor space or where a self-contained floorstander is preferred over a standmount-plus-stand combination.

Where can I buy the Wharfedale ELYSIAN 3R in Toronto or Canada?

The Wharfedale ELYSIAN 3R Floorstanding Loudspeaker is available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, located at 100 West Beaver Creek Road, Unit 3A, Richmond Hill, Ontario. Vinyl Sound is an authorised Wharfedale dealer carrying the complete ELYSIAN R Series. Visit vinylsound.ca or contact our Richmond Hill showroom to arrange an in-store listening session and amplifier matching consultation for the ELYSIAN 3R.