The Wharfedale LINTON Heritage speakers feature a 1960s-inspired styling while housing modern components designed for serious hi-fi listening. And the good thing is, you can get them for $300 less, as Crutchfield has dropped the matched pair with custom stands from $2,000 to $1,700.
The package includes two LINTON speakers and matching stands, which not only provide a stable foundation but also have space underneath for storing vinyl records. This combination makes the set especially appealing for anyone building a dedicated music-listening space.
Why Choose These Wharfedale LINTON Speakers?
The Wharfedale LINTON takes inspiration from a speaker that first appeared on the British hi-fi scene in the 1960s. However, the hardware inside has been updated for modern listening. Each speaker uses a three-way design, with separate drivers handling the lows, mids, and highs for a more balanced and detailed sound.
An 8-inch woven Kevlar woofer handles the bass, while a 5-inch woven Kevlar midrange driver is responsible for vocals and other middle frequencies. A 1-inch woven textile soft-dome tweeter rounds out the setup with clear highs, and together, they deliver a frequency response of 40Hz to 20kHz.
To make things even better, Wharfedale has paired this hardware with a bass-reflex cabinet featuring dual rear-firing ports. The LINTON has a 90dB sensitivity rating and works with amplifiers rated between 25 and 200 watts, giving you plenty of flexibility when choosing the rest of your stereo system.
The included stands are another important part of the package. They give each speaker a sturdy, vibration-free foundation while positioning it at a suitable listening height. There’s also dedicated space underneath for storing vinyl records, which is a particularly nice touch for anyone using these speakers with a turntable.
In terms of appearance, the cabinets feature a real-wood veneer finish, with the veneer for the left and right speakers taken from the same piece of timber. And to complete the vintage-inspired look, you get removable cloth grilles, creating a mirrored appearance.
At $1,700, the Wharfedale LINTON speakers are still aimed at serious music listeners, but the $300 discount makes the package more appealing. With their three-way design, real-wood finish, custom stands, and blend of vintage styling and modern audio engineering, they’re built to be as much a part of the room as the music itself.