{"product_id":"wharfedale-elysian-1r-standmount-loudspeaker","title":"Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1R Standmount Loudspeaker","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWharfedale ELYSIAN 1R Standmount Loudspeaker at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1R is the most compact model in the new ELYSIAN R Series flagship loudspeaker range from Wharfedale (Huntingdon, UK), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY USA. The ELYSIAN R range is an evolution of the previous Elysian speakers rather than a full-scale reinvention, with components revisited and refined to deliver greater accuracy, transparency and musical realism. A two-way bass reflex standmount combining a \u003cstrong\u003efurther-developed 27 x 90mm Air Motion Transformer (AMT) high-frequency driver\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring an updated ultra-light pleated PET diaphragm with acoustically damped rear chamber, and a \u003cstrong\u003e7\" coated glass fibre matrix bass\/mid driver\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ELYSIAN 1R delivers a frequency response of 49Hz to 22kHz (±3dB) with bass extension to 44Hz (-6dB), 89dB sensitivity, and a nominal 4 ohm impedance at 15kg per speaker. Available in Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black, and Lunar Grey finishes, with matching high-carbon-steel stands available separately at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther-Developed AMT Tweeter with Acoustically Damped Rear Chamber\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most significant advancement of the ELYSIAN 1R over the original ELYSIAN 1 is the further-developed Air Motion Transformer high-frequency driver. The AMT tweeters have been updated with a new ultra-light pleated diaphragm, with an enlarged, high-specification design combined with the acoustically damped rear chamber, resulting in a more open and effortless quality to the high frequency performance. The revised AMT unit now incorporates an updated PET diaphragm design and an acoustically damped rear chamber intended to improve resolution and transient response. The AMT's operating principle — in which a pleated diaphragm squeezes air between its folds rather than pushing it like a conventional dome or cone — provides a contact area with air that is approximately five times greater than an equivalent-sized conventional tweeter, requiring proportionally less excursion for the same sound pressure level. This lower excursion characteristic reduces the mechanical distortion inherent in high-excursion transducer designs and delivers the fast, low-distortion, effortlessly detailed high-frequency performance that AMT-based loudspeakers are known for. The 27 x 90mm format of the ELYSIAN 1R's AMT is the same driver size as the original ELYSIAN 1, refined internally for the Generation R specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCoated Glass Fibre Matrix Bass\/Mid Driver, SLPP Port, and Refined Crossover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ELYSIAN 1R's 7\" bass\/mid driver uses a coated glass fibre matrix cone selected for its combination of lightweight construction, high stiffness, and effective vibration damping — the same material philosophy that has characterised Wharfedale's higher-performance driver designs. The glass fibre matrix cone provides controlled pistonic behaviour across the bass and midrange frequencies the driver covers below the 2.6kHz crossover point, minimising the cone breakup modes and colouration that less rigid materials introduce. Wharfedale's SLPP (Slot-Loaded Profiled Port) bass management system uses a carefully profiled rear port geometry that reduces turbulence noise at high bass output levels, extends usable bass output toward the 44Hz bass extension specification, and reduces the sensitivity of bass performance to the speaker's distance from rear and side walls — allowing more flexible room placement than a conventional circular port. The crossover network is refined from the original ELYSIAN 1 for cleaner integration between the AMT and bass\/mid driver and more direct signal routing to both transducers, preserving the ELYSIAN 1R's imaging precision and tonal coherence across the crossover region. For systems at Vinyl Sound Buffalo pairing the ELYSIAN 1R with amplifiers including the Hegel H390, Accuphase E-5000, NAD M33, or Rega Solis, the 25 to 175W recommended amplifier power range covers the full spectrum of integrated amplifier and power amplifier options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFurther-Developed 27 x 90mm AMT Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Updated ultra-light PET pleated diaphragm with enlarged specification and acoustically damped rear chamber for improved resolution, transient response, and effortless high-frequency extension to 22kHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7\" Coated Glass Fibre Matrix Bass\/Mid Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight, high-stiffness, well-damped cone for natural midband expression, controlled bass, and minimal colouration from cone breakup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSLPP Bass Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slot-Loaded Profiled Port reduces turbulence, enhances bass extension to 44Hz (-6dB), and reduces placement sensitivity for flexible room positioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Crossover at 2.6kHz:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generation R crossover refinement for cleaner driver integration, more direct signal routing, and improved imaging and tonal coherence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e49Hz to 22kHz Frequency Response (±3dB):\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide bandwidth from a compact 21.6-litre cabinet, with 44Hz bass extension providing genuine low-frequency performance in a standmount format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e89dB Sensitivity \/ 4Ω Nominal Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 175W; nominal 4 ohm load (compatible 8 ohm) with minimum impedance of 3.8 ohm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e108dB Peak SPL Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dynamic headroom for large-scale orchestral, rock, and electronic music at realistic listening levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Finish Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black, and Lunar Grey with contemporary ELYSIAN R trim detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Stands Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-carbon-steel tube construction with high-carbon-steel top plates and hardened high-carbon-steel base spikes, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Year Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wharfedale 3-year manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-way standmount, bass reflex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Frequency Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 x 90mm AMT (Air Motion Transformer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow Frequency Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\" (180mm) coated glass fibre matrix cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.6kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response (±3dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49Hz to 22kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass Extension (-6dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitivity (2.83V \/ 1m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e89dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Ω (compatible 8Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.8Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeak SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 to 175W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabinet Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21.6 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e490 x 263 x (285+30)mm on plinth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15kg per speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWalnut High Gloss, Matte Black, Lunar Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUK\/China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1R?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1R is the most compact standmount loudspeaker in the new ELYSIAN R Series flagship range, available at Vinyl Sound Buffalo. It is a two-way bass reflex design combining a further-developed 27 x 90mm AMT tweeter with updated ultra-light PET diaphragm and acoustically damped rear chamber, a 7\" coated glass fibre matrix bass\/mid driver, SLPP slot-loaded port, and refined Generation R crossover. It measures 490mm tall on its plinth, weighs 15kg per speaker, and is available in Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black, and Lunar Grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the ELYSIAN 1R compare to the original ELYSIAN 1 and the ELYSIAN 2R?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ELYSIAN 1R advances over the original ELYSIAN 1 through the updated AMT driver with ultra-light PET diaphragm and acoustically damped rear chamber, refined Generation R crossover for cleaner driver integration, and the updated ELYSIAN R finish language and cabinet construction. The ELYSIAN 2R steps up to a three-way design adding a dedicated 15cm midrange driver with woven glass fibre matrix cone, allowing the AMT to operate over a narrower and more controlled frequency band above a dedicated midrange unit rather than relying on the bass\/mid driver to cover the full midrange. For rooms where a three-way standmount or floorstander is not practical, the ELYSIAN 1R delivers the ELYSIAN R AMT performance in the most compact format in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an Air Motion Transformer tweeter and why does it sound different from a dome tweeter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Air Motion Transformer uses a pleated diaphragm that squeezes air between its accordion-like folds rather than pushing air with a pistonic motion like a dome or cone tweeter. Because the pleated diaphragm contacts a much larger air mass than a dome of equivalent size, it requires proportionally less excursion to produce the same sound pressure level. Lower excursion means lower mechanical distortion, lower intermodulation between frequencies, and a more natural high-frequency presentation that listeners consistently describe as effortless, open, and fast. The ELYSIAN 1R's 27 x 90mm AMT format uses this principle with an ultra-light PET diaphragm for minimal moving mass and maximum transient accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifiers pair well with the ELYSIAN 1R?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1R's 4 ohm nominal impedance and 89dB sensitivity make it compatible with amplifiers from 25W upward, though its 15kg construction and flagship engineering are best served by mid-to-high-power integrated amplifiers or separates. Amplifiers available at Vinyl Sound Buffalo suited to the ELYSIAN 1R include the Hegel H390, NAD M33, Accuphase E-800S and E-5000, Rega Aethos and Solis, and Leben CS-600X. The 3.8 ohm minimum impedance means amplifiers should be rated into 4 ohm loads; all current Accuphase, Hegel, NAD Masters, and Rega power amplifiers available at Vinyl Sound Buffalo meet this requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the ELYSIAN 1R be used for home theater surround applications?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Wharfedale specifically designs the ELYSIAN 1R as the ideal surround speaker for an ELYSIAN R home theater system, pairing with the ELYSIAN CR centre channel and ELYSIAN 3R or 4R floorstanders for front channels. The ELYSIAN 1R's compact standmount format makes it well suited to rear and side surround positions where a floorstander is impractical, while its AMT tweeter ensures tonal matching with the ELYSIAN R front channels across the critical high-frequency range where directional cue information is most concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1R in Buffalo, NY?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wharfedale ELYSIAN 1R Standmount Loudspeaker is available at Vinyl Sound USA Inc. in Buffalo, NY, your authorised Wharfedale dealer serving Western New York and the United States. Vinyl Sound carries the complete Wharfedale ELYSIAN R Series. Visit vinylsound.com or contact the Buffalo store for current availability, finish options, and expert amplifier matching guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ ELYSIAN 1R without Stands","offer_id":53517357220147,"sku":null,"price":5995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ ELYSIAN 1R with Stands","offer_id":53518118453555,"sku":null,"price":6495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey \/ ELYSIAN 1R without Stands","offer_id":53517357252915,"sku":null,"price":5995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey \/ ELYSIAN 1R with Stands","offer_id":53518118486323,"sku":null,"price":6495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut \/ ELYSIAN 1R without Stands","offer_id":53517357285683,"sku":null,"price":5995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut \/ ELYSIAN 1R with Stands","offer_id":53518118519091,"sku":null,"price":6495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/0293\/0739\/files\/WharfedaleELYSIAN1RStandmountLoudspeaker.jpg?v=1781887676","url":"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/products\/wharfedale-elysian-1r-standmount-loudspeaker","provider":"Vinyl Sound USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}