Short answer: the Perlisten S4b on measured sound quality, the Wharfedale Super Linton on price. The Perlisten S4b ranks #2 of 222 bookshelf speakers, rated 4.8/5, at $8,000. The Wharfedale Super Linton ranks #25, rated 4.4/5, at $2,699, $5,301 cheaper.
The Wharfedale Super Linton is the more accurate option. A retro styled three way bookshelf speaker with punchy dynamics, a matched pair, and custom stands included in the box. Its measured preference score, a predictor of how neutral it sounds, is 6.09 against 5.35 for the Perlisten S4b. The catch: Rolls off earlier than the original Linton (F3 77Hz versus the original’s 52Hz), a deliberate trade-off for the closer-wall-placement flexibility.
The Perlisten S4b is the better-sounding option. A compact sealed bookshelf speaker with reference grade accuracy, exceptionally smooth dispersion, and very low distortion at high volume. The tradeoff: Erin measured only 84.5dB sensitivity and an impedance minimum just under 4 ohms, a difficult efficiency/load combination that deserves substantial clean amplification.
Buy the Wharfedale Super Linton if the price matters more than sound quality. Buy the Perlisten S4b if sound quality matters more than the price.
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A retro styled three way bookshelf speaker with punchy dynamics, a matched pair, and custom stands included in the box.
A compact sealed bookshelf speaker with reference grade accuracy, exceptionally smooth dispersion, and very low distortion at high volume.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Wharfedale Super Linton | Perlisten S4b | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,699.00 per pair | $8,000 per pair |
| Ranked | #25 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers | #2 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 34Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 40Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 77Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 78Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Dimensions | 23.8”H x 11.8”W x 13”D (604.5 x 299.7 x 330.2 mm) | 16.5”H x 9.4”W x 7.3”D |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (3 ohms minimum, measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | Just under 4 ohms minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Drivers | 8”(200mm) black woven Kevlar® cone woofer, 5”(135mm) black woven Kevlar® cone midrange, 1” (25mm) soft dome tweeter | DPC array with 28mm beryllium tweeter and dual 28mm midrange domes; 7” woofer |
| Sensitivity | 88.2dB (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 84.5dB/2.83V/1m (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Weight | 43.7 lbs (19.8 kg) each | 24.3 lbs (11 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear | sealed |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 6.09 | 5.35 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.94 | 8.01 |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
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