Balanced XLR-1/4 in. combo input. Volume level. Carefully tailored bass filter switch.
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Feature:
Not harsh!
Great for extended listening sessions.
Easy to setup and use.
They MUST have a break in period of at least 24 / 36 hrs to allow the kevlar cone to become more fluid. The transient responses are nothing short of astounding.
Quality:
Yes, they reap of quality for the price range.
Value:
I can't begin to tell you about the value of these monitors, SPECTACULAR comes to mind. Plus, I beleive that these are head and shoulders better that what you may get from other manufactures in the price range. I like these WAY more than certain other look alikes that try to pretend they are a thousand dollar monitor. They are NOT adams, so comparing them to a monitor of that caliber is not a correct assesment of their capabilities.
Desirability:
Get them now, and start your mix sessions off correctly.
Sound:
You simply cannot find a better studio monitor of this caliber for what these cost! The sound is extremely transparent, and rich with detail. The give a great picture of what's going on in your mixes. A best buy for sure.
Support:
Don't know, never used em'
Overall:
Years, and Years under normal condistions.
Submitted: 3/29/2005
Style of Music: Metal. Rock, Blues, Core
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Feature:
the inputs are RCA or XLR / 1/4 inch . Spring for the XLR / or 1/4 " balanced wires with the appropriate other end of the cable for your source, as they can be sensitive to grounding hum ( slight ) in the unbalanced RCA input mode.
There is a bass cut switch, volume control, and power switch.
A wireless remote would have been nice, but would drive the price higher.
Quality:
I had moved 5 times, and never had a problem with them. The grille cloth cover is nice, but delicate, so don't let your cat claw at them. They are solidly built inside and out. ( I know, because I took them apart after I overloaded them and fried an amp, that was MY fault not Wharfedales ) If you play them at full volume, with your source at full volume, for an hour, you will have a problem.
To have these last forever, set them at 3/4 volume ( that is VERY loud ) and vary your input source if possible.
Value:
I just spent 5 days looking for a pair replacements that would be a step up, but unless I spend at least DOUBLE the money for a very slight increase in power, or quality you can't beat the 8.2 pro actives.
Desirability:
The bright blue powerlight is cool, but you can cover it with a small piece of black electrical tape if that's not your favorite color. They have a sleek design, and are very smart / professional looking.
Sound:
I had a passive pair of the 7.2's, the price was a bargain, and for such a small cabinet, the sound was unbelievable. I was so impressed that I bought the active 8.2's and it was a definite step up. Very true response, ample volume to fill the average living room ( with LOUD rock music if you choose ) Nice smooth / ample bass, and non harsh mids and treble.
I had read that they should be placed about 1-2 feet away from the wall, and once I did that, the bass response drastically improved. They sound great for any type of music, as they are in the studio reference monitor category. They are perfect as computer or TV speakers as well.
These speakers do not "color " the sound, but are capable of reproducing any spectrum of bass, mid, treble, depending upon how your tone controls on your input source are set. If using them on a TV set up, they sound great straight out of the television audio out.
Ease of Use:
Simply put, plug and play.
Support:
I did call Wharfedale in England to ask about repair, but the cost of shipping the speaker back and forth was not sensible. Smarter to buy a new one, which is why I am writing this review...... as I am ordering another pair. THEY ARE THAT GOOD, and reasonably priced as well.
Overall:
I am buying my third pair of Wharfedales, the second pair of 8.2 pro active. I am not a Wharfedale fanatic, I just can't find a better sound, more power, or quality for the money. This time around, I am adding a subwoofer, and should be happy for many years to come.
Submitted: 1/24/2009
Style of Music: rock, and country rock,
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