Yup, 'Wharfedale Pro' and 'Wharfedale' are different parts of the IAG group Ltd.
While 'Wharfedale' specialises in domestic audio, 'Wharfedale Pro' specialises in pro audio.
Wharfedale Pro's very latest range is shown here: https://www.wharfedalepro.com/programme/
I guess all you need to know about the earlier Pro Program 50 is written in its specifications.
The speaker is intended for commercial premises where its high sensitivity can be an advantage.
P.S. Why didn't you give us all the relevant information at the outset?
While 'Wharfedale' specialises in domestic audio, 'Wharfedale Pro' specialises in pro audio.
Wharfedale Pro's very latest range is shown here: https://www.wharfedalepro.com/programme/
I guess all you need to know about the earlier Pro Program 50 is written in its specifications.
The speaker is intended for commercial premises where its high sensitivity can be an advantage.
P.S. Why didn't you give us all the relevant information at the outset?
Because I don't believe published specifications. Manufacturers no longer provide factual information. They're just trying to sell you stuff. You know, the 1000w amplifiers with the 80w power consumption.
I wondered if anybody had any experience with these speakers.
96dB / 5.5" woofer / 40Hz / 6 litres . . . seem too good to be true.
The 96dB figure should probably be taken with a pinch of salt, particularly since it is unqualified.
Perhaps you should ask over on the PA systems forum?
However, since you've bought the speakers, you will be best placed to comment after you've compared them to a pair of domestic speakers, which are typically around 87dB.
What is the driver configuration and baffle size? Is it closed, ported or cardioid? How are they wired?
Correction, the sensitivity is quoted as 96dB (1W@1m) in the User Manual:
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/3020737/Wharfedale-Pro-Programme-50-Series.html?page=2#manual
The enclosure is ported, @AllenB, as you'll read in the User Manual, where you'll also find the dimensions and the driver details.
I see no mention of "cardioid" in this particular model's specs. There is mention of "Dispersion": 60 x 60 (H x V).
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/3020737/Wharfedale-Pro-Programme-50-Series.html?page=2#manual
The enclosure is ported, @AllenB, as you'll read in the User Manual, where you'll also find the dimensions and the driver details.
I see no mention of "cardioid" in this particular model's specs. There is mention of "Dispersion": 60 x 60 (H x V).
It says...
Furthermore, they could possibly have higher efficiency midwoofers with a higher frequency bass resonance.
Details like this are going to negate the baffle step, so the crossover probably doesn't compensate and that could explain some of the high sensitivity. Managing whatever baffle step occurs would be considered the job of whoever is installing them.
Furthermore, they could possibly have higher efficiency midwoofers with a higher frequency bass resonance.
As expected for a non baffle compensated speaker? Some of the kick of the bass extends into the midrange where the compensation would otherwise begin. A sub won't normally reach that far.
EQ would lead you to the answers. Other options include crossing higher than the sub offers. You could do your own BSC. However it could be better again to extend the baffle yourself or to soffit mount.
EQ would lead you to the answers. Other options include crossing higher than the sub offers. You could do your own BSC. However it could be better again to extend the baffle yourself or to soffit mount.
I'm done with my subjective testing.
There is no bass. 40hz is beyond a distant dream for these cabinets. On the positive side, above 150hz they must me close to the claimed 96dB,
I purchased them for use as desktop satellites. On the basis you need 10x power for 2x volume, the dB achieved from a 14w input is brutal.
dB per watt, these are possibly the loudest speakers I've ever owned.
There is no bass. 40hz is beyond a distant dream for these cabinets. On the positive side, above 150hz they must me close to the claimed 96dB,
I purchased them for use as desktop satellites. On the basis you need 10x power for 2x volume, the dB achieved from a 14w input is brutal.
dB per watt, these are possibly the loudest speakers I've ever owned.