Wharfedale ELYSIAN CR Centre Speaker Stand at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA

The Wharfedale ELYSIAN CR Stand is the dedicated centre-channel speaker stand for the ELYSIAN CR Three-Way Centre Speaker from Wharfedale (Huntingdon, UK), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY USA. Standing at 496mm tall, the ELYSIAN CR Stand supports the 30.2kg ELYSIAN CR at the correct height and angle for clear dialogue projection, stable front-stage imaging, and seamless acoustic integration with the wider ELYSIAN R speaker system. Constructed from high-carbon steel tube with a high-carbon steel top plate and hardened high-carbon steel base spikes, measuring 618mm wide and 373mm deep to accommodate the ELYSIAN CR's 830mm-wide cabinet, and finished exclusively in Matte Black to match the refined metalwork and contemporary visual identity of the ELYSIAN R Series, the ELYSIAN CR Stand is the recommended acoustic platform for any ELYSIAN R home theatre installation at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA.

Construction, Height, and Acoustic Isolation

The ELYSIAN CR Stand's high-carbon steel tube column, high-carbon steel top plate, and hardened high-carbon steel base spikes form a mechanically rigid structure that reduces unwanted vibration and resonance transmission between the ELYSIAN CR and the floor, decoupling the centre speaker from floor-borne vibration that would otherwise compromise imaging precision, bass clarity, and dialogue intelligibility. The 496mm stand height positions the ELYSIAN CR's dedicated 6" midrange driver and 27 x 45mm AMT tweeter at the optimal height for direct on-axis dialogue projection toward listeners in typical home theatre seating positions, ensuring the centre channel delivers the natural vocal presence, intelligibility, and tonal integration with the ELYSIAN 3R or 4R front channels that Wharfedale's engineers specify for the ELYSIAN R system. The Matte Black finish matches all three ELYSIAN R speaker finish options — Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black, and Lunar Grey — and the metalwork detailing across the ELYSIAN R Series for visual consistency in the complete home theatre installation.

Key Features

• Dedicated Stand for Wharfedale ELYSIAN CR: Purpose-engineered for the ELYSIAN CR Three-Way Centre Speaker, providing correct height and load-bearing capacity for this 30.2kg, 830mm-wide flagship centre channel.
• 496mm Height: Positions the ELYSIAN CR's midrange driver and AMT tweeter at the optimal height for on-axis dialogue projection and front soundstage integration with ELYSIAN R floorstanding models.
• High-Carbon Steel Tube Construction: Rigid column structure for maximum mechanical stability and minimum resonance transmission between the ELYSIAN CR and the floor.
• High-Carbon Steel Top Plate: Solid 618mm-wide top plate providing secure, level support for the ELYSIAN CR's 830mm-wide cabinet.
• Hardened High-Carbon Steel Base Spikes: Hardened spikes for coupling to carpet or hard floor surfaces, minimising vibration transmission and improving acoustic isolation.
• Matte Black Finish: Exclusive Matte Black finish matching the refined metalwork and contemporary visual identity of the complete ELYSIAN R Series across all speaker finish options.
• Complete ELYSIAN R System Integration: Designed as both a functional acoustic platform and a considered design element completing a premium ELYSIAN R home cinema installation.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Wharfedale ELYSIAN CR Stand?

The Wharfedale ELYSIAN CR Stand is the dedicated centre-channel speaker stand for the ELYSIAN CR Three-Way Centre Speaker, available at Vinyl Sound Buffalo. It is constructed from high-carbon steel tube with a high-carbon steel top plate and hardened high-carbon steel base spikes, standing 496mm tall and measuring 618mm wide and 373mm deep, finished in Matte Black to match the ELYSIAN R Series metalwork.

Why is a dedicated stand important for the ELYSIAN CR?

The ELYSIAN CR weighs 30.2kg and measures 830mm wide, requiring a purpose-engineered stand rated for its weight and width rather than a generic centre speaker stand. The 496mm height positions the ELYSIAN CR's midrange driver and AMT tweeter on-axis for seated listeners in typical home theatre configurations, which is critical for the natural vocal presence and dialogue intelligibility that is the ELYSIAN CR's primary function. The high-carbon steel construction reduces vibration transmission between the speaker and floor, directly improving bass clarity and imaging precision.

Can the ELYSIAN CR be placed on a media unit instead of this stand?

The ELYSIAN CR can be placed on a media unit or AV cabinet if the surface provides sufficient weight-bearing capacity for 30.2kg and positions the speaker at the correct height for the listening position. However, Wharfedale designs the ELYSIAN CR Stand specifically to achieve the height, stability, and acoustic isolation the ELYSIAN CR requires for optimal performance. The stand's hardened base spikes and rigid steel column provide vibration isolation from floor-borne energy that a media unit surface cannot replicate. Vinyl Sound Buffalo can advise on placement options for specific room layouts.

Does the ELYSIAN CR Stand come in other finishes?

No, the ELYSIAN CR Stand is available exclusively in Matte Black, which complements the refined metalwork detailing across all ELYSIAN R Series finish options — Walnut High Gloss, Matte Black, and Lunar Grey — maintaining visual consistency in the complete ELYSIAN R home theatre installation regardless of the speaker finish chosen.

Where can I buy the Wharfedale ELYSIAN CR Stand in Buffalo, NY?

The Wharfedale ELYSIAN CR Stand is available at Vinyl Sound USA Inc. in Buffalo, NY, your authorised Wharfedale dealer serving Western New York and the United States. The ELYSIAN CR Stand is sold separately from the ELYSIAN CR speaker and is available alongside the complete Wharfedale ELYSIAN R Series. Visit vinylsound.com or contact the Buffalo store for current availability.