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Wharfedale WLA 28X
Wharfedale WLA 28X
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Cape Town: 2-3 business days
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Other major cities: 3-5 business days
Remote & rural areas: 5-7 business days
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Supplied as an independent parallel import. Warranty is provided directly by VisionSounds — warranty claims are handled by us, not the manufacturer. This is in addition to your rights under the Consumer Protection Act, including the six-month implied warranty of quality.
Returns accepted within 30 days of receipt in the condition supplied, with all original packaging and accessories.
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Change of mind returns: customer responsible for return shipping costs.
No restocking fees. Refunds processed within 7 business days of inspection.
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Add the Wharfedale WLA 28X by Wharfedale to your setup — professional audio equipment trusted by engineers, musicians, and event production crews across South Africa.
Wharfedale WLA 28X
- The WLA 28X is a re-designed dual 8” Passive line array for clear, controlled output.
- Re-defined HF compression driver
- Improved HF protection circuit
- Bi-amp and Passive mode switching
- System AES LF: 400 W HF: 90 W
- System Programme LF: 800 W HF: 180 W
- System Peak Power LF: 1600 W HF: 360 W
- 15 mm / 18 mm Birch Plywood construction
About the Clarity
The new neo HF compression driver adds detail and focus. It is custom-made by Wharfedale Pro and paired with a 100° x 10° waveguide.
This Wharfedale WLA 28X is built for strong projection and defined HF performance in demanding sound applications.
Dual 8″
At the heart of this Wharfedale Speaker are 2 x 8″ custom Wharfedale Pro LF drivers with 2.0″ voice coils.
They support high efficiency and high power handling. This helps the cabinet deliver impressive output with reliable low-frequency performance.
Bi-Amp & Passive
In BI-AMP mode, two power amplifiers can be used. This allows more precise matching for each driver inside the loudspeaker.
An external crossover separates the frequencies. The LF amplifier and HF amplifier then handle their dedicated ranges.
That approach helps each amplifier work only where needed. It supports cleaner control in a Wharfedale WLA 28X PA System setup.
In PASSIVE mode, one amplifier can power all drivers inside the loudspeaker. The internal crossover handles frequency separation.
This makes setup simpler while still sending the right frequencies to the right driver. It is practical for many Wharfedale WLA 28X Professional Audio uses.
For buyers comparing options, some may also search Wharfedale WLA 28X Price or Where to buy the Wharfedale WLA 28X online.
Those exploring the wider range may also look at Wharfedale Speakers or a Wharfedale Active Speaker for other installation needs.
This cabinet suits users wanting a High-perfomance Speaker with flexible system configuration and durable plywood construction.
Specifications for WLA 28X
| Model Name | WLA-28X |
|---|---|
| System Type | 2 x 8” Two-way |
| Frequency Response (+/-3 dB) | 65 Hz-20 KHz |
| Sensitivity (2.83 v / 1 m) | 101 dB |
| Calculated Maximum SPL @1 m | 133 dB |
| Nominal Coverage (H x V) | 100°x10° |
| Power: Continuous / Programme / Peak |
Passive: 400 W / 800 W / 1600 W Bi-amp LF: 400 W / 800 W / 1600 W Bi-amp HF: 90 W / 180 W / 360 W |
| Rated Impedance ( Ω ) | Passive: 16 Ω Bi-amp LF: 16 Ω ; Bi-amp HF: 16 Ω |
| HF Diaphragm Material | Titanium |
| HF Magnet Material | NdFeB |
| LF Magnet Material | Ferrite |
| LF Frame Material | Aluminium |
| HF Coil Size (inches/mm) | 3.0” (75 mm) |
| LF Coil Size (inches/mm) | 2.0” (51.6 mm) |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.7 KHz |
| Cabinet Type | Trapezoid |
| Enclosure Material and finish | 18 mm / 15 mm Plywood |
| Enclosure Colour | Black paint |
| Grille Material & Finish | 1.5 mm Steel |
| Connectors | Neutrik NL4MP |
| Hardware | Integral side plate adjustable rigging 0°-10° |
| Cabinet Dimensions HxWxD(mm) | 250 x 760 x 463.2 mm |
| Packed Dimensions HxWxD(mm) | 320 x 830 x 534 mm |
| Net Weight (Kg) | 29.5 Kg |
| Gross Weight (Kg) | 32.0 Kg |
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