Airedale Heritage

Wharfedale (Brand), Wharfedale Wireless Works, Rank Wharfedale Ltd.; Bradford

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  • Year
  • 2005 ?
  • Category
  • Loudspeaker, headphone or earphone
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 357945

 Technical Specifications

  • Main principle
  • Audio-Amplification
  • Wave bands
  • - without
  • Power type and voltage
  • No Power needed
  • Loudspeaker
  • 5 Loudspeakers
  • Material
  • Wooden case
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: Airedale Heritage - Wharfedale Brand, Wharfedale
  • Shape
  • Console with any shape - in general
  • Dimensions (WHD)
  • 688 x 1215 x 514 mm / 27.1 x 47.8 x 20.2 inch
  • Notes

  • Airedale Heritage

    The Wharfedale Airedale Heritage is a masterpiece of audio engineering, embodying the brand's rich heritage and commitment to sonic excellence. This imposing 4-way floor standing speaker boasts a sophisticated design with five high-quality drivers, meticulously engineered to deliver exceptional sound reproduction.

    At the heart of the Airedale Heritage lies a 380mm (15-inch) bass driver with a tri-laminate cone, providing deep, powerful bass without sacrificing speed or control. The midrange is handled by a 75mm soft-dome driver, ensuring smooth, detailed, and natural vocal reproduction. High-frequency reproduction is entrusted to a pair of 25mm soft-dome tweeters, one forward-facing and one upward-firing for a more immersive soundstage.

    The Airedale Heritage's cabinet design is as impressive as its acoustic performance. Crafted from high-quality materials and finished in a stunning walnut veneer, the speaker exudes timeless elegance. The internal bracing and acoustic damping ensure minimal cabinet resonance, allowing the drivers to perform at their best.

    With its meticulous engineering, premium components, and classic design aesthetic, the Wharfedale Airedale Heritage sets a new standard for high-end audio. 

    Technical Specifications

    Enclosure Type Type Sealed and Bass Reflex Cabinet
    Bass  15" (380mm) Alnico magnet, D586
    Mid/Bass 

    8” (200mm) Alnico magnet, D401
    Midrange  3” (75mm) soft dome  Alnico magnet D389
    Tweeter 1" (25mm) silk dome  Alnico magnet D390
    Super Tweeter 1" (25mm) silk dome D424
    Crossover Frequency 180 Hz, 700 Hz, 3.5 kHz, 9 kHz
    Frequency Response (+/-3dB) 25Hz - 45kHz
    SPL 1 W @ 1m) 90 dB
    Power handling 100 W,  400 W Peak
    Nominal Impedance 6 ohms

    The Airedale model evolved, with several iterations following the original 1960s version:

    • Airedale SP, 4-Way Loudspeaker System (1970s): This version was produced in the 1970s and was considered the top-of-the-line model in the SP series.
    • Airedale Heritage Classic, 4-Way, 5 drivers Loudspeaker System (2001-04)
    • Airedale Heritage, 4-Way Loudspeaker System (2005-08)
    • Airedale Neo, 3-Way Loudspeaker System (2005-08)
  • Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)
  • 80 kg / 176 lb 3.4 oz (176.211 lb)
  • Mentioned in
  • - - Manufacturers Literature
  • Author
  • Model page created by Gary Cowans. See "Data change" for further contributors.

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