Wharfedale Diamond 12.1i Compact 2-Way Standmount Bookshelf Speakers – Pair in Black
The Wharfedale DIAMOND 12.1i builds on the award-winning reputation of the original Diamond 12 Series, refining a design that has already become a favourite among music lovers since 2020. This latest evolution blends a more contemporary aesthetic with thoughtful acoustic improvements, creating a compact bookshelf speaker that performs far beyond its size and price. Whether used as part of a dedicated stereo system or as premium fronts in a home cinema setup, the 12.1i offers a balanced, expressive and highly engaging sound.
Modern Design with Premium Finishes
Wharfedale has introduced three new finishes—All-Black, Classic Walnut with a semi-matte baffle, and Stone Grey—giving the Diamond 12.1i a fresh, modern feel. The cabinet’s clean lines, refined textures and high-quality fit and finish make these speakers blend naturally into modern living spaces while retaining the timeless character that the Diamond line is known for.
Refined Engineering for Better Real-World Performance
While the outward styling is new, the real improvements happen inside. Wharfedale’s engineering team has reworked the port design, airflow management and internal damping, resulting in tighter bass, cleaner low-frequency transitions and improved control in smaller or less-ideal rooms. These changes enhance clarity without altering the neutral, honest character that made the Diamond 12 series so popular.
Klarity™ Mid/Bass Driver
At the heart of the Diamond 12.1i is Wharfedale’s Klarity™ cone, made from a blended polypropylene and mica material. This combination gives the driver excellent stiffness, low distortion and fast responsiveness. A carefully engineered low-damping surround and ribbed cone profile ensure smooth, linear movement for natural mids and articulate bass, even at higher volumes.
25mm Textile Dome Tweeter
High frequencies are delivered by a 25mm woven polyester dome tweeter with a high-loss damping coating, offering an open, detailed treble without harshness. The tweeter’s flat front plate and minimal waveguide improve dispersion, ensuring consistent performance across a wide listening area.
Advanced Magnet & Motor Systems
Each mid/bass driver uses a precision-crafted magnet structure with an aluminium compensation ring to keep inductance stable as the voice coil moves. This helps reduce distortion and intermodulation, giving the speaker cleaner, more accurate sound. Wharfedale also uses an epoxy/glass fibre bobbin for improved heat handling and long-term durability.
High-Quality Crossover Network
The Diamond 12.1i features a carefully engineered Linkwitz-Riley crossover using premium components such as air-core inductors—rare at this price point. These are fine-tuned to maintain smooth transition between the drivers, with minimal phase shift and excellent coherence across the frequency range.
Solid, Low-Resonance Cabinet Construction
Wharfedale’s multi-layered, low-resonance cabinet structure reduces unwanted vibrations and colouration. Computer-modelled internal bracing supports the enclosure without transferring energy between panels, resulting in a cleaner, more controlled presentation that stays true to the original recording.
Why Choose the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1i?
The 12.1i stays faithful to the essence of the Diamond 12 Series but brings a more refined look, improved acoustic behaviour and the same musicality that made its predecessor a best-seller. It’s a compact speaker with a confident, expressive sound—ideal for anyone seeking premium performance without taking up too much space.
Technical Specifications
| Field |
Specification |
| Model |
DIAMOND 12.1i |
| General Description |
2-way bookshelf speaker |
| Design Philosophy and Core Technology |
— |
| Enclosure Type |
Bass reflex |
| Transducer Complement |
2-way |
| ABR |
— |
| Bass Driver |
5" (130mm) advanced PP Cone |
| Midrange Driver |
— |
| Treble Driver |
1" (25mm) Textile Dome |
| Full-range Driver |
— |
| AV Shield |
No |
| Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) |
88dB |
| Recommended Amplifier Power |
20–100W |
| Peak Power Handling |
— |
| Peak SPL |
96dB |
| Nominal Impedance |
8Ω Compatible |
| Minimum Impedance |
4.0Ω |
| Frequency Response (+/-3dB) |
65Hz – 20kHz |
| Bass Extension (-6dB) |
60Hz |
| Crossover Frequency |
2.6kHz |
| Cabinet Volume |
8.2L |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
312 × 180 × (250+28) mm |
| Net Weight |
6.8kg per piece |
| EAN |
6978698280315 |
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