Wharfedale
British loudspeakers have always enjoyed an excellent reputation around the world, and Wharfedale is perhaps the most famous brand of all. Stretching back to 1932, when Gilbert Briggs, Wharfedale’s founder, built his first speaker in the cellar of his Yorkshire home, Wharfedale has been responsible for some of the most famous speakers ever produced – like the Diamond, for instance. The first Wharfedale Diamond was launched in 1981, and was immediately acclaimed for its ability to deliver high-quality sound from a compact and affordable design; subsequent generations cemented this reputation, making the Diamond the most famous ‘budget bookshelf’ speaker of all – the classic entry point to high-fidelity sound.
Wharfedale has been part of the International Audio Group since 1998, following its acquisition from Verity Group (alongside Quad). At the time, Wharfedale’s finest years appeared to be over, yet IAG has worked tirelessly to ensure Wharfedale reclaims its position at the forefront of loudspeaker design. Since the Millennium, the Diamond name has returned with a bang, with successive ranges earning multiple awards for their exceptional ‘sound per pound’ performance. Now, in celebration of Wharfedale’s 75th anniversary, 2009 sees the release of the best Diamond range yet: the Diamond 10 Series.
Wharfedale is part of the IAG Group of Companies.
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