{"product_id":"b-stock-diamond-12-1i-bookshelf-speakers-pair","title":"[B-Stock] Diamond 12.1i Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAll B-Stock speakers have been inspected by our warehouse and are in excellent working condition. Some may have small cosmetic flaws or damaged outer boxes. All B-Stock speakers come with a full warranty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiamond Legacy, Refined for Today\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1982, Wharfedale’s Diamond speakers have been the classic starting point for true high-fidelity listening – loved for their “sound per pound” and for punching well above their price. Diamond 12i takes that legacy and updates it for how we listen now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on the award-winning Diamond 12 platform, the 12i series keeps the open, honest sound that made the range so popular, then layers in improved cabinet tuning, tighter driver tolerances, and fresh new finishes. The result is a speaker that still sits firmly in the “affordable hi-fi” category, but feels even more grown-up in both sound and appearance – all without a price increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiamond 12.1i \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eDiamond 12.1i is the classic standmount of the family and the natural “sweet spot” in the range. It combines engaging bass, open mids, and easy room placement, making it a go-to choice for real-world living rooms and small to medium listening spaces. Pair it with a good integrated amp and you get a genuinely hi-fi experience that still feels refreshingly attainable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKlarity™ Drivers: Clear, Engaging Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Diamond 12i are Wharfedale’s Klarity™ mid\/bass drivers. Their cones use a blend of polypropylene and mica to stay light, rigid, and controlled – a combination that helps the driver respond quickly without adding its own “voice” to the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/5389\/6271\/files\/D12.0.1.2i_Artistic_Walnut_2.jpg?v=1763743491\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful shaping of the cone and surround helps keep unwanted resonances in check, so vocals sound natural, instruments have believable texture, and the overall presentation stays clean and composed from quiet late-night listening up through more energetic sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the scenes, a robust motor system and high-spec voice coil give the drivers the control they need to stay tight and tuneful, even when the music gets demanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuned Bass for Real Rooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest changes in Diamond 12i sits where you can’t see it: in the way the speaker breathes. Wharfedale’s engineering team revisited the bass-reflex port design and internal damping, using a mix of measurement and listening tests to refine how air moves through the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/5389\/6271\/files\/D12.0.1.2i_Artistic_Black_1.jpg?v=1763743622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated port and damping deliver bass that feels more articulate and better integrated with the midrange, especially in real-world spaces where speakers often sit closer to walls or furniture. You get low frequencies that are still satisfyingly full, but with improved control and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Cabinets, Quiet Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great driver needs a stable platform. Diamond 12i cabinets are built from carefully chosen panels of varying thickness to reduce unwanted resonance and “boxiness.” Inside, strategic bracing ties the walls together to cut down on vibration without adding weight for its own sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/5389\/6271\/files\/D12.3.4i_Artistic_Walnut_6.jpg?v=1763739623\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is simple: let you hear the recording, not the cabinet. In practice, that means tighter bass lines, cleaner mids, and a background that feels less “hazy” – the kind of subtle improvement that becomes obvious the longer you listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond 12i speakers use a single set of robust 5-way binding posts, compatible with bare wire, banana plugs, and spade connectors. The angled layout helps keep cables tidy and makes hookup easy, even when the speakers are close to a wall or sitting in a rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes for Modern Spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond 12i also gets a visual refresh, trading classic wood-effect options for three finishes that feel more contemporary while still very much Wharfedale:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/5389\/6271\/files\/12.0i_1i_all_color_Artistic_1.jpg?v=1763739385\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Black\u003c\/strong\u003e – A rich, semi-matte black for a clean, modern look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone Grey\u003c\/strong\u003e – A smooth semi-matte grey that works beautifully with minimalist or mixed-material interiors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Walnut with Black Baffle\u003c\/strong\u003e – Warm natural wood grain contrasted with a black front baffle for a more premium, furniture-grade feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach finish is executed to a standard that’s rare at this price point, helping the speakers blend into the room or quietly stand out, depending on how you style them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for Music and Movies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re building a focused two-channel system or a full home theater, Diamond 12i is designed to scale with you. Every model in the range shares the same core technologies and voicing, so the sound stays consistent as you move from bookshelf to floorstander to center channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/5389\/6271\/files\/WH_Diamond_12_i2_i3_Lifestyle_Rendering_250821-2.jpg?v=1763739470\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom rock and electronic to film soundtracks and gaming, the Diamond 12i series aims to do what Diamonds have always done best: deliver an easy-to-live-with, genuinely hi-fi experience at a price that still feels remarkably sane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wharfedale","offers":[{"title":"Black - Pair","offer_id":46136466833487,"sku":"B_WHD121IBLKPR","price":424.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut - Pair","offer_id":46136466866255,"sku":"B_WHD121IWLNPR","price":424.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey - Pair","offer_id":46136466899023,"sku":"B_WHD121IGRYPR","price":424.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/5389\/6271\/files\/0004_Diamond-12.1i-Standard-Walnut-_3__I.png?v=1763743378","url":"https:\/\/www.wharfedaleusa.com\/products\/b-stock-diamond-12-1i-bookshelf-speakers-pair","provider":"WharfedaleUSA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}