Wharfedale

Diamond 12.2i Bookshelf Speakers

A entry-level home audio speaker for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with Home Audio Speakers.

50/100
Mixed bag
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£299best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Built for the job
  • No active (powered)
Score profile

Where the Diamond 12.2i Bookshelf Speakers wins and loses

Scored against the home audio speakers class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Full specification

Specifications

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Diamond 12.2i Bookshelf Speakers vs Klipsch Klipsch RP-500SA II

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OverallValueFuture-proo…
Diamond 12.2i Bookshelf SpeakersKlipsch RP-500SA II
 WharfedaleDiamond 12.2i Bookshelf SpeakersThis pageKlipschKlipsch RP-500SA II
Overall score50 /10050 /100
Who it's for

Is the Diamond 12.2i Bookshelf Speakers 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.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Diamond 12.2i Bookshelf Speakers worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other home audio speakers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the Diamond 12.2i Bookshelf Speakers?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the home audio speakers class.

How does it compare to the Diamond SW150 Subwoofer?

The Diamond SW150 Subwoofer scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.