Rotel A8 with Wharfedale EVO 5.1 Bookshelf Speakers

The Rotel A8 Integrated Amplifier represents power, efficiency, and value for music enthusiasts. Central to its design is a high-current, Rotel-crafted toroidal power transformer, delivering a robust 40 Watts per channel of Class A/B power into 4 ohms in only a 60mm tall chassis.

High-efficiency output drive transistors ensure that deep bass energy is controlled with precision, maintaining composure at all listening levels.

Seamless Connectivity and Control

Equipped with three line-level RCA inputs, the A8 seamlessly connects to your favorite analog sources. It also features a Moving Magnet-compatible Phono Stage, perfect for playing your  favourite classic vinyl albums.

For a more intimate listening experience, a front panel 1/8” headphone jack is included. 

The included IR remote offers precise control of volume and source input selection from the comfort of your listening position and conveniently includes CD transport control functions for Rotel CD players.

Personalization and Flexibility

The A8 stands out with its customizable LED volume indicator, allowing users to choose from Red, Green, Blue, or Purple colors to match their mood and environment. The front panel includes Bass, Treble, and Balance controls for a personalized listening experience. Rear panel 5-way speaker binding posts provide flexible connection options to your loudspeakers.

Available in both stylish black and sophisticated silver, the A8 enhances the power, versatility, and elegance of your audio setup.

Wharfedale EVO 5.1 Bookshelf Speakers

The EVO 5 Series marks a significant advancement for Wharfedale, taking the successful formula of the EVO4 and enhancing it with luxurious design upgrades and technical improvements. This evolution brings a new level of sophistication, offering a speaker that defies its price bracket. Combining high-performance features and an elegant appearance, the EVO 5 delivers an exceptional listening experience suitable for both audiophiles and casual listeners alike. Whether you're after detailed musical expression or clear, immersive sound, the EVO 5 speakers provide a high-fidelity experience that competes with much more expensive audio systems.

Distinct Approach to High Frequencies 

The EVO series is rooted in the same extensive research and development that defined Wharfedale’s flagship Elysian project. It was designed to bridge the gap between affordable pricing and high-end sound quality, with the EVO AMT (Air Motion Transformer) high-frequency unit being a standout feature. The AMT tweeter offers unparalleled precision and detail by using a pleated diaphragm, which expands and contracts to move air efficiently. This allows the AMT to push four times more air than a traditional dome tweeter, resulting in lower distortion, faster transient response, a wider frequency range, and superior dispersion.

ResoFrame™

Wharfedale has further refined the EVO 5's performance with the addition of Silentweave™, a new sound-absorbing material placed behind the AMT diaphragm. Silentweave™ combines cotton and felt fibre to minimise sound wave reflection and coloration, ensuring a purer sonic output. In addition, the ResoFrame™ acoustic damping system, made from elastomer, has been incorporated into the drive units to reduce mechanical resonances and smooth the response. The AMT benefits from an additional elastomer gasket, which enhances the lower treble band’s clarity and removes any harshness, resulting in a cleaner, more natural high-frequency reproduction.

Unparalleled Vocal Reproduction 

The EVO 5 also features innovative improvements in midrange and bass performance. The new Resoseal™ technique applies a mass ring of elastomer to the rear of the cone, optimising midrange response and enhancing vocal reproduction. This ensures that voices sound more natural, full-bodied, and emotionally engaging. These enhancements contribute to an overall listening experience that is both immersive and rich, with vocals and midrange frequencies becoming more prominent and engaging.

Next Gen Slot Loaded Profiled Port

The internal cabinet volume of the EVO 5 has been optimised for deeper bass extension and improved sound dispersion. This results in a more immersive and expansive audio field. Additionally, the speaker features a hybrid plinth made from both metal and wood, enhancing structural integrity and minimising unwanted vibrations. Wharfedale’s proprietary Slot Loaded Profiled Port (SLPP) system channels the bass drivers' rear output effectively, improving low-frequency performance. The innovative three-directional SLPP port design reduces turbulence and distortion, allowing the speakers to produce tight, controlled bass that integrates seamlessly with the midrange and treble for a balanced and refined sound.

Specifications

Power Output:	30 W/Ch (8 Ω) 40 W/Ch (4 Ω)
Total Harmonic Distortion: (THD)	<0.03%
Frequency Response:	3 x Line Level Inputs: 10 Hz - 100 kHz, -0.5 dB, +0 dB, 1 x Phono Input: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, -0.5 dB, +0 dB
S/N Ratio: (IHF "A" Weighted)	Line Level Inputs: 90 dB Phono Input: 80 dB
Power Requirements:	230 V, 50 Hz
Power Consumption:	110 W
Standby Power Consumption:	<0.5 W
BTU Rating: (4Ω, 1/8th power)	340 BTU/h
Dimensions: (W × H × D)	430 × 73 × 347 mm
Front Panel Height:	60 mm
Net Weight:	5.8 kg