Wharfedale Elysian 2


Hoping to get additional feedback on these speakers. I took a leap of faith and purchased a pair online. Covid is still a thing here is NorCal and have not been able to get out and really listen to other options.

I’m looking for a larger size stand mount/monitor to fill out a 18x24 dedicated sound room. Will rotate through existing Maggie LRSs, Camerton Biom’s (with Purifi woofers), Buchardt A500s (active) and want to also look at Fyne F1-8s and the newer SF Olympica Novas. I have several sub options (even swarm x4), so can easily fulfill any low frequency needs.

I’m pretty much done with separates and hoping to utilize an all in one Streamer/DAC/Amp configuration (i.e. Lyngdorf 3400, NAD M33, etc). I do like Bruno/Hypex...

Currently have a custom DAC/Streamer using Purifi amplification. Really wanted to go down the active path, but after seeing these new Wharfedale’s, I couldn’t resist the temptation and had to see if they sound and look as good as the reviews online.

I have to say that the walnut finish is amazing. Probably the best I have seen. Even after owning B&W 802s, KEF Reference, and betters Sonus Faber...

I’ve been trying for years to find speakers that would pass the WAF....even though these are going into a dedicated room, my wife finally said they are beautiful speakers....go figure.

Now on to how they sound....time to break in and see if they sound as good as they look.

Appreciate your feedback... Thx


mbolek

I too would be very interested in hearing more about the Elysian 2.  Also would be interested in where you got a discount on them - I see them at the same price everywhere, and don’t see them at all on Audiogon.  

I bought the Elysian 2 with stands this afternoon for a reasonable discount. Return policy included.

What surprised me was the few reviews found and very little here as well. This thread is over a year old and I'm curios about current impressions and enjoyment of these and anyone else that can speak to the SQ.

I love these speakers.  They are now my reference!   Can't imagine how well the 4s sound, but I can use a swarm sub orientation and very happy.

My active project with the Camerton full range and Purifi woofers are still waiting completion (if anyone knows Mike Davis from Mivera), please call him out...

Don't know why these Elysian's are not getting more love, sold the LRSs and also running some smaller new Philharmonic BMRs.  These Elysian's are the real deal....


So how did these sound?  I’m considering the Wharfedale Elysian 4 but can’t find much on them.