Wharfedale audio speakers

Wharfedale is one of the most prestigious British audio brands, founded by Gilbert Briggs in 1932 in the Wharfe Valley, Yorkshire. The company became a pioneer in the high-fidelity loudspeaker industry, introducing many innovations that shaped modern home audio sound reproduction during the mid-20th century.

Today, Wharfedale is a key brand within the International Audio Group (IAG). While its heritage and engineering philosophy remain deeply rooted in British design and history, all manufacturing now takes place at IAG's vertically integrated facility in Jiangmen, China. This facility allows the company to control every stage of production, from voice coils to cabinet finishes.

The ultimate ownership of Wharfedale lies with International Audio Group (IAG), a holding company headquartered in Shenzhen, China (with corporate offices in Hong Kong). IAG was established by brothers Bernard and Michael Chang and has acquired several other iconic British hi-fi brands, ensuring their survival and global distribution in the modern electronics market.