At a glance
Wharfedale Linton in 5 facts
- Type: Bookshelf speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 40 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB
- Sensitivity: 90 dB
- Impedance: 6 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 9.2/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
9.2/10
This review covers the Wharfedale Linton Heritage Speakers' impressive build and sound quality, along with essential setup tips. Despite some quirks, these speakers offer a rich listening experience and vintage charm that are worth the investment. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Drivers
- 1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 5" Midrange + 1x 8" Woofer
- Frequency response
- 40 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB 38 Hz to 22 kHz extended
- Crossover frequency
- 630 Hz
- Sensitivity
- 90 dB
- Impedance
- 6 Ω min 3.5 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 25 to 200 W
- Maximum SPL
- 110 dB
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Bi-wire capable
- No
- Removable grille
- Yes
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Stand
- Height
- 22.2 in 565 mm Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Width
- 11.8 in 300 mm Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Depth
- 12.6 in 320 mm
- Weight
- 40.6 lb 18.4 kg Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Colors
- Mahogany Walnut
From our review
What we found
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Availability
Where to buy
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