Wharfedale W70

The Wharfedale W70D is a classic four‑way loudspeaker system prized for its warm, musical character and sophisticated British engineering. Some earlier models were acoustic‑suspension while later ones employed a ported (vented) cabinet design, enhancing bass presence and efficiency. Its enclosure also features Wharfedale’s exclusive sand‑filled construction, reducing cabinet resonance for cleaner playback.

Inside, the W70D uses a 12½‑inch heavy‑duty woofer, an 8‑inch upper‑bass/lower‑mid driver, a 5‑inch dedicated upper‑midrange, and a 3‑inch omnidirectional mylar dome tweeter.

The W70D’s cabinet can be oriented vertically as a “high‑boy” or horizontally as a “low‑boy,” making it both a flexible furniture‑grade piece and a capable hi‑fi performer. With its classic styling, rich tonality, and distinctive ported/sand‑filled construction, the Wharfedale W70D remains one of the most admired vintage loudspeakers of the 1960s era.