Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS vs Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND
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Choosing between the Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS and Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND? Both compete in the Speaker (Surround) segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS scores higher in value, audio quality, volume/SPL, form factor, room fit.
For speaker performance, impedances of 8Ω vs 4Ω. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
The Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
For most home theaters, the Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS is the stronger choice — it leads in 5 of 5 scored dimensions. The Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND makes more sense if budget is the primary constraint.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS
Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Config | 2-way | 2-way |
| Sensitivity | 88dB | 88dB |
| Impedance | 8Ω | 4Ω |
| Freq Response Low | 130Hz | 100Hz |
| Freq Response High | 20000Hz | 20000Hz |
| Crossover | 4000Hz | 1600Hz |
| Bi-Amp Capable | No | No |
| Rec. Power Min | — | 20W |
| Rec. Power Max | — | 60W |
| Mounting Type | surround | surround |
| Atmos Upfiring Module | No | No |
| Mounting Depth | — | — |
| Cutout Diameter | — | — |
| Cutout Width | — | — |
| Cutout Height | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Min | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Max | — | — |
| Back Box Included | No | No |
| Back Box Required | No | No |
| Mounting Mechanism | — | — |
| Installation Type | — | — |
| Stud Spacing | — | — |
| Paintable Grille | No | No |
| Magnetic Grille | No | No |
| Grille Shape | — | — |
| Connector Type | — | — |
| Wire Gauge Max | — | — |
| Angle Adjustable | No | No |
| Pivot Angle | — | — |
| Treble Attenuation Switch | No | No |
| LCR Capable | No | No |
| Coaxial | No | No |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Moisture Resistant | No | No |
| UV Resistant | No | No |
| Salt Spray Rated | No | No |
| Enclosure Material | — | — |
| Grille Material | — | — |
| Bracket Type | — | — |
| Bracket Included | No | No |
| Dual Voice Coil (SDI) | No | No |
Key Differences
- Crossover: Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS at 4000Hz vs Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND at 1600Hz
- Impedance: Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS at 8Ω vs Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND at 4Ω. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
- Freq Response Low: Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS at 130Hz vs Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND at 100Hz. Determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support.
- Rec. Power Min: Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS at — vs Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND at 20W
- Rec. Power Max: Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS at — vs Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND at 60W
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND if you want:
- + better freq response low — determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Fluance ELITE-HIGH-DEFINITION-2-WAY-BIPOLAR-SURROUND-SPEAKERS and Wharfedale D300-3D-SURROUND compare to the rest of the field.
Best Speaker (Surround) RankingsSpecifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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