Wharfedale
Wharfedale Diamond 12.1i
A entry-level pick in the home audio speakers line-up, with Bookshelf up front.
45/100
BookshelfBlack
£249best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 45/100
- Built for the job
- No active (powered)
- Below-average drivers per speaker
Score profile
Scored against the home audio speakers classWhere the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1i wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Form factor
Form factorBookshelf
Drivers
Drivers per speaker2
Design
FinishBlack
More specs
BookshelfYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowWharfedale Diamond 12.1i vs Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M II
Wharfedale Diamond 12.1iReference Premiere RP-600M II
| WharfedaleWharfedale Diamond 12.1iThis page | KlipschReference Premiere RP-600M II | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45 /100 | 45 /100 |
| Form factor | Bookshelf | Bookshelf |
Who it's for
Is the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1i right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable home audio speaker for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need active (powered), in which case a higher-tier home audio speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1i worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 45/100 against other home audio speakers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1i?
Its overall 45/100 rating against the rest of the home audio speakers class.
How does it compare to the KEF Q1 Meta?
The KEF Q1 Meta scores 50/100 versus this one at 45/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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