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Item 1312 IIItem 1312 II

Wharfedale Rosedale Loudspeakers

Fabulous set of original Wharfedale / Rank HiFi ‘Rosedale’ (W70C) speakers.

Beautifully constructed.
Everything from the full aluminum driver chassis, felt dampening, to the furniture grade cabinetry. Absolute quality! 32KG each!
Beautiful sound. That English sound – accurate & refined.

Made in Yorkshire, England – Circa 1970

SKU: 001312
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Excellent original condition.
Cabinets are great – the odd small scuff, but not in need of restoration. Construction is a mixture of solid & veneer walnut.
All original drivers – in great shape. A well cared for set.
Electrolytic capacitors replaced to ensure many years of listening pleasure ahead.

Although these may look like the 1970s ‘Big Boomers’ from JVC, Pioneer, Sansui etc, the sound is very different. These are clear & exact. Detailed & engaging. Capable, yet refined. Not bagging out the Japanese big boys – they have their own sound – it’s just different.
The 15″ bass driver, although extremely capable of moving large volumes of air (being loud) is a very well controlled & accurate beast. Paper cone & firm suspension – it just works!
NB. They want a bit of space – so not a set for a small room.

Specifications:
Type: 3-way, 3 driver loudspeaker system. Sealed enclosures with separate sealed internal enclosure to shield midrange driver.
Frequency Response: 35Hz to 20kHz
Power Handling: 45W – RMS value (real watts) Recommended amplifier 40-60w – these need a bit to drive them well. Wouldn’t suggest using these with a 15w transistor amp etc.
Crossover Frequency: 700, 3000Hz
Impedance: 6Ω
Divers: Bass: 1 x 15″ cone. Midrange: 1 x 5.25″ cone. Highs: 1 x 1″mm dome.
Enclosure: 70 litre, acoustic suspension
Dimensions: 60cm tall / 58.5cm wide / 34.5cm deep
Weight: 32kg each!

FiF Rating

‘Excellent Original Condition’- Top condition. Reserved for those rare finds

Freight Category

Large Item- we will contact you to discuss & quote the best freight options. Freight billed separately

Freight Notes

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Warranty

3 Months Return to Shop- guaranteed as stated for 3 months from purchase. See our T&Cs for details.

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