Wharfedale Linton 3-way standmount speaker with stands - Pair (Black) + Leak Stereo 230 Integrated Amplifier (Silver)

Wharfedale Linton 3-way standmount speaker with stands - Pair (Black) + Leak Stereo 230 Integrated Amplifier (Silver)

 

 

Wharfedale Linton 3-way standmount speaker with stands - pair - Black

 

To celebrate its history, Wharfedale has established the Heritage Series recreations of famous models from its past, entirely re-engineered using contemporary techniques and materials. The latest loudspeaker to join this collection is the Linton.

The original Linton debuted in 1965 and the line continued in various iterations until the end of the 1970s. It was a classic model of its time, viewed as a serious hi-fi speaker but also relatively affordable. Its cabinet was substantial, big enough to hold three drive units including a good-sized bass unit, yet not overly unwieldy by the standards of the day.

The new Linton has a clear family resemblance. It, too, is a three-way standmount model – a rarity in the modern era – retaining similar proportions to the classic Linton models. Its wood-veneered cabinet has a vintage look, yet the standard of finish is distinctly contemporary.

Retro style, timeless musicality

The Linton makes use of its wide baffle by incorporating a large (by modern standards) bass driver with a 200mm Kevlar cone, mounted on a rigid, die-cast chassis. Above this sits a 135mm midrange driver, also sporting a woven Kevlar cone and housed within its own internal enclosure. Finally, a 25mm fabric-dome tweeter with a high-flux ferrite magnet handles high frequencies.

The original Linton incarnations of the 1960s and 1970s were well known for their rich and natural sound quality; the new model retains these attributes but upgrades the performance in every department. Its bass is deep and well-defined, its midrange clear and open, with free-breathing dynamics and an expansive scale that brings music to life. It is a sound you can dive into and lose yourself in, as you listen to album after album; a nostalgic nod to the past elevated to a level fit for the future.

Designed to appeal

This is a speaker that exudes authenticity, designed to appeal to the dedicated music-lover.

In keeping with a design intended to be treasured, the new Linton sports hand-matched wood veneers and optional matching stands with a similarly classic style. Custom-made to ensure each speaker is sited at the perfect height for a seated listener, the stand’s rigid metal frame ensures critical damping of unwanted vibrations, embellished with wood-veneered panels at the top and bottom to complement the speakers. The design even provides space to store vinyl records within the stand’s structure.

Back in Black

Now available in a new contemporary Black Oak finish; the Wharfedale LINTON represents one of the most iconic models in the long history of Wharfedale loudspeakers. A model that embodied the Wharfedale pioneering research through the 60s, 70s and 80s, with a bloodline dating back to 1965, LINTON has always been manufactured according to the Wharfedale principles of quality and value for money.

 

Specifications

 

 

Leak Stereo 230 Integrated Amplifier - Silver

 

Stereo 230 at a glance:

• 115 watts per channel output
• HDMI ARC connectivity function for high-quality audio in AV applications
• Range of inputs for connecting analog and digital sources, including a built-in phono pre-amplifier for turntables
• Bluetooth connectivity with aptX and AAC codecs for CD-quality audio
• High-quality digital circuitry for excellent sound
• Reliable and well-crafted design with classic LEAK styling

 

Stereo 230 in detail: 

The Leak Stereo 230 is a top-of-the-line integrated amplifier that delivers high-performance sound and style. With 115 watts per channel and a range of input options, it's perfect for modern audio and movie enthusiasts. The Stereo 230 also boasts a newly developed HDMI ARC function for top-quality audio in AV applications.

Connect your turntable, digital sources, or stream music via Bluetooth with the Stereo 230's built-in phono pre-amplifier and aptX and AAC codecs. We've made sure the digital circuitry in this amplifier delivers the same level of quality you'd expect from a standalone D/A converter.

In addition to its excellent performance, the Stereo 230 is designed with reliability and craftsmanship in mind. It combines contemporary performance with classic Leak styling to make it a standout piece in any setup.

 

Turntable Ready:

Experience exceptional sound quality with the included high-quality, low-noise turntable input optimized for moving magnet cartridges. The JFET-based circuit offers precise RIAA equalization, meeting industry standards for the best vinyl record playback.

Headphone Users:

Get the same performance as standalone headphone amplifiers, but at a lower price point with the dedicated amplifier circuit and current-feedback technology included for the headphone output. The high slew rate allows for exceptional output signal transitions, delivering a dynamic, detailed, and engaging performance with all types of headphones.

Conversion Without Compromise:

Enjoy ultra-low noise and high dynamic range of digital audio files with the included acclaimed ES9038Q2M Reference chip and ESS Technology's 32-bit HyperStream architecture with Time Domain Jitter Eliminator. The sampling rate goes up to a breathtaking 768kHz (PCM) and DSD512.

HDMI ARC Input:

The included Audio Return Channel (ARC) connection makes this amplifier perfect for home AV applications, bringing the LEAK Hi-Fi pedigree to your screen as well.

 

 

Specifications:

 

D/A Converter:	ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC
Input Sampling Rates:	Optical/Coaxial: 44.1kHz~192kHz PC USB: 44.1kHz-768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512
Rated Output Power:	2 x 75W (8ohm) / 2 x 115W (4ohm) Class AB
Total Harmonic Distortion:	<0.003% (1kHz @30W/8ohm)
Frequency Response:	20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB)
Input Sensitivity:	480mV (RCA AUX IN); 4.1mV (phono MM)
Input Impedance:	10Kohm (AUX) ; 47Kohm //100pF (phono MM)
Signal to Noise Ratio:	≥109dB (A-weighted, ref.45W)
Bluetooth:	A2DP, aptX (priority), SBC
USB Input:	1 x USB (B-type)
Digital Audio Inputs:	2 x Optical TOSlink ,1 x RCA COAX
Digital Audio Outputs:	1 x Optical TOSlink ,1 x RCA COAX
Analog Inputs:	2 x RCA (AUX1, AUX2) ,1 x RCA (phono MM)
Analog Output:	1 x RCA (PRE OUT)
Power Requirement:	100-120V ~ 50/60Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D):	12.83" x 5.74" x 16.2"
Weight:	28 lbs
Shipping Dimensions (W x H x D):	20.2" x 8.2" x 16.8"
Shipping Weight:	33.5 lbs