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.
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".
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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