Ultra Bookshelf vs Wharfedale Diamond 225
The Diamond 225 matches the Ultra Bookshelf on sensitivity (87 dB), impedance (8Ω), low-frequency extension (45 Hz), and woofer (6.5").
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The SVS Ultra Bookshelf is a two-way bookshelf speaker featuring a 6.5-inch composite carbon-fiber woofer and a 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter, engineered for high-quality, full-range sound reproduction in home audio and home theater systems. It offers a rated frequency response of 45 Hz to 32 kHz (±3 dB), a sensitivity of 87 dB (2.83V @ 1m), and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, with recommended amplifier power from 20 to 150 watts. The speaker is available in real black oak veneer and piano gloss black finishes, with dual binding posts and a rear-firing bass port.
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The Diamond 225 matches the Ultra Bookshelf on sensitivity (87 dB), impedance (8Ω), low-frequency extension (45 Hz), and woofer (6.5").
The Signature 50's sensitivity is 86 dB against the Ultra Bookshelf's 87 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), woofer (6.5"), and ways (2).
The CM1 S2's sensitivity is 84 dB against the Ultra Bookshelf's 87 dB and its low-frequency extension 50 Hz against 45 Hz. Both share impedance (8Ω) and ways (2).
The Silver 2's sensitivity is 88 dB against the Ultra Bookshelf's 87 dB and its low-frequency extension 40 Hz against 45 Hz. Both share impedance (8Ω) and ways (2).
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