I seriously considered getting Wharfedales a few years ago. They seemed like a big bang for the buck.
Not long ago the local dealer that sold them was closing them out because they were having quality control problems. I know the sales rep and he knew I was in the music industry for years, so he is very up front with me.
I also remember betweengigs Eddie Schumaker), I think it was, who ordered several speakers a couple of years ago and had to send each one back because there was something wrong with it.
I am not sure which series of Wharfedales these were. It almost seems to me they may have been made in China. Maybe this was their low end stuff.
Just wanted to give the input that I am aware of.
Best
Scott Langholff