Wharfedale Linton 85th Anniversary Review

Here’s a question for y’all -

First off, this thing doesn’t lack any bass. The bass sounds mixed well and would be enough for any normal, reasonable person. However, as a bass player, I often like bass that is offensive to others. I’m not talking about neighborhood shattering, but definitely cranked up.

Question - would it be crazy to pair a subwoofer with these?

Thoughts?
 
scotthilk said:
Here’s a question for y’all -

First off, this thing doesn’t lack any bass. The bass sounds mixed well and would be enough for any normal, reasonable person. However, as a bass player, I often like bass that is offensive to others. I’m not talking about neighborhood shattering, but definitely cranked up.

Question - would it be crazy to pair a subwoofer with these?

Thoughts?
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Crazy, around here, what exactly does that mean, lol.

I would try moving them closer to the wall and see how it sounds ;)
 
scotthilk said:
Here’s a question for y’all -

First off, this thing doesn’t lack any bass. The bass sounds mixed well and would be enough for any normal, reasonable person. However, as a bass player, I often like bass that is offensive to others. I’m not talking about neighborhood shattering, but definitely cranked up.

Question - would it be crazy to pair a subwoofer with these?

Thoughts?
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Does your amp have tone controls ? If yes, try raising the bass a notch or 2.

I've never had a concrete floor in my listening environment, wonder what the others feel the impact is on lowend ?
 
scotthilk said:
I’m nearly certain it does not (why wouldn’t all amps have this option?)

@HiFi Guy
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Some do, some higher end units don't. It's a design/philosophical thing. Yours is a integrated amp, correct ? One reson I like vintage gear, not all recordings are equal or audiophile pressings so it's nice to tweak eq and or loudness and have a mono mode.
 
JohnnyCashFan said:
Some do, some higher end units don't. It's a design/philosophical thing. Yours is a integrated amp, correct ? One reson I like vintage gear, not all recordings are equal or audiophile pressings so it's nice to tweak eq and or loudness.
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scotthilk said:
Nope! Fortunately it sounds great, except I’d like to add more bass. I guess I answered my own question!
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try playing with placement like @AnthonyI said, a inch or two can make a difference, but not always good either.

The Linton's go down to 40Hz. A good sub like Rel or Hsu for ie could you get the extra bottom octave your looking for but tbh it's a big rabbit hole
 
Your amp has a subwoofer output, but some subs runoff cable leads from your speakers then get crossed over at the sub. Like a said its a rabbit hole. But here to help if you need it. I'm sure others will chime in as well.
 
JohnnyCashFan said:
Your amp has a subwoofer output, but some subs runoff cable leads from your speakers then get crossed over at the sub. Like a said its a rabbit hole. But here to help if you need it. I'm sure others will chime in as well.
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Thanks! Curious what compact subwoofers y’all like. I’m actually not looking for something crazy if I do get something. I probably want something slim that I can tuck under my TV stand. It’s not a huge room

I’ll keep playing with distance from wall and keep breaking it in as well. Thx!

@HiFi Guy - thoughts ?
 
scotthilk said:
Thanks! Curious what compact subwoofers y’all like. I’m actually not looking for something crazy if I do get something. I probably want something slim that I can tuck under my TV stand. It’s not a huge room

I’ll keep playing with distance from wall and keep breaking it in as well. Thx!

@HiFi Guy - thoughts ?
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I've been happy with my REL, and it looks like they have a fairly compact offering:

rel.net

Tzero MKIII- Subwoofer for Small Room | REL Acoustics

Discover TZero MKIII, a compact subwoofer that delivers every bit of sound quality and natural bass that REL is known for. Ideal for anywhere space is limited. Shop now!
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Russ I said:
I've been happy with my REL, and it looks like they have a fairly compact offering:

rel.net

Tzero MKIII- Subwoofer for Small Room | REL Acoustics

Discover TZero MKIII, a compact subwoofer that delivers every bit of sound quality and natural bass that REL is known for. Ideal for anywhere space is limited. Shop now!
rel.net rel.net
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Thanks, this looks sweet!

FYI - I moved my speakers a little closer together, pushed them towards the wall a few inches and took some toe out and they already sound quite a bit better. Sounds like I really have to play with them. That likely won’t change me getting a small sub, but just to add the punch when I want it since no EQ.
 
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