Wharfedale NOVA 15 Active Subwoofer ā Black
The Wharfedale NOVA 15 active subwoofer in black is designed for anyone looking to add deeper, more powerful bass to a hi-fi or home cinema system. Featuring a large 380mm driver, 360W Class-D amplifier and advanced digital signal processing (DSP), this high-performance powered subwoofer delivers bass down to 18Hz. Ideal for larger listening rooms, the NOVA 15 brings added weight to music, greater impact to film soundtracks and controlled low-frequency performance for demanding audio setups.
Deep, Powerful Bass with a 380mm Driver
The Wharfedale NOVA 15 features a 380mm bass driver designed to deliver substantial low-frequency output. With bass extension down to 18Hz, this active bass speaker adds depth to music and impact to cinematic effects. It's a strong option for listeners seeking a powerful subwoofer for home cinema, a high-performance hi-fi subwoofer or a dedicated bass upgrade for a larger room.
ABR Technology for Extended Bass
The down-firing, mass-loaded Auxiliary Bass Radiator (ABR) works with the active driver to extend bass response without using a conventional reflex port. This design helps reduce unwanted port noise, including turbulence and chuffing, while supporting deep, controlled bass reproduction.
Advanced DSP and Dynamic EQ
The built-in digital signal processing system adjusts the subwoofer's response to help maintain balanced bass at different volume levels. Dynamic EQ helps preserve low-frequency depth during quieter listening while providing the headroom needed for louder music and action-packed films. This makes the NOVA 15 a versatile powered subwoofer for both music and home cinema use.
Music and Movie Modes
Two DSP-controlled listening modes make it easier to match the bass response to your content.
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Music Mode: Delivers tight, articulate bass that integrates naturally with your main speakers, making it suitable for stereo listening and hi-fi systems.
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Movie Mode: Adds greater weight and impact to film soundtracks, helping create a more immersive home cinema experience.
Powerful 360W Class-D Amplifier
The high-current Class-D amplifier delivers 360W nominal power and up to 770W peak output. This gives the Wharfedale NOVA 15 powered subwoofer the headroom needed to drive its large bass driver, producing powerful low frequencies while maintaining definition and control.
Reduced Distortion for Cleaner Bass
Aluminium shorting rings within the driver's motor system help reduce inductance variation as the voice coil moves. This improves linearity and helps minimise distortion, supporting more precise bass reproduction during demanding musical passages and cinematic effects.
Flexible Connectivity for Hi-Fi and Home Cinema
The Wharfedale NOVA 15 is designed to integrate with a range of audio systems. Adjustable crossover, phase and output level controls help you match the subwoofer to your speakers and room.
Stereo line-level inputs, LFE compatibility and speaker-level connections provide flexible setup options, whether you're adding a subwoofer to a stereo amplifier, upgrading a dedicated music system or building a home cinema speaker package.
Key Features
- Model: Wharfedale NOVA 15
- Black active powered subwoofer
- 380mm bass driver
- Low-frequency response extending down to 18Hz
- 360W nominal Class-D amplification
- Up to 770W peak power output
- Down-firing Auxiliary Bass Radiator (ABR)
- Advanced DSP with Dynamic EQ
- Music and Movie listening modes
- Aluminium shorting rings to help reduce distortion
- Adjustable crossover, phase and volume level
- Stereo line-level, LFE and speaker-level connections
- Suitable for hi-fi systems, stereo amplifiers and home cinema setups
- Designed for large rooms and high-performance audio systems
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Technical Specifications
| Description |
Active ABR subwoofer system |
| Driver Unit |
(15") 380mm cone long-throw |
| Passive Radiator |
(15") 380mm SPL paper cone |
| LF extension (-6dB) |
28Hz |
| Amplifier Type |
Class-D |
| Amp Power |
360W Nominal / 770W Peak |
| Crossover Range |
40-160Hz |
| Low Level Input |
Stereo Line In (2 x RCA, R to support LFE) |
| High Level Input |
Speaker-level input: 4 x binding posts (4mm) |
| Low Level Output |
Stereo Line Output (2 x RCA) |
| Trigger |
12V |
| USB |
Update |
| AC Input |
AC 100-240V |
| Standby Consumption |
<0.5W |
| Dimensions (WxWxD) |
549mm x 540mm x 607mm |
| Weight |
47.8kg |
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