The package comprises four satellite speakers, a centre channel and a compact active subwoofer, and aims to build on the success of the DX-1 HCP speaker package that it replaces.
The design of the satellites and centre speakers has been influenced by the company’s Diamond series, although the DX-1SE satellites stand just 19cm tall. Each of the four satellites features a 19mm silk dome tweeter and a 75mm mid/bass driver with a woven polypropylene cone, which has been used for its lightness, strength and rigid qualities.
Wharfedale says the speakers can be placed close to a wall thanks to their closed-box design.
The centre speaker meanwhile also uses the same 19mm silk dome tweeter but has been fitted with two 75mm mid/bass drivers. Wharfedale claims to have designed the centre so that it’s better able to control airflow, which it says results in a “rich and detailed centre channel performance, a critical part of the surround sound experience".
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Finally, the WH-D8 subwoofer has a 200mm long-throw bass cone coupled with a 120-watt amplifier, and aims to produce bass that’s “fast, deep and well-defined”.
Peter Comeau, director of acoustic design at IAG, said: “In the DX-1SE we have incorporated elements from Wharfedale’s award-winning Diamond speakers to deliver a high-value package that is not only a delight in the home, but also extremely enjoyable to listen to. Modern movie soundtracks are exceptionally demanding, but we've made sure that this package is tailor-made for the job.”
The DX-1SE package will be available in high-gloss black or white, and is due on sale later this month for £400.
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