Wharfedale Linton 85th Anniversary Review

Joe Mac said:
Anyone else seriously considering upgrading to the Super Linton? I’m feeling the itch…
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I've been going back and forth, I feel like I can probably squeeze more out of my lintons by optimizing elsewhere in my chain though.

Perhaps I should upgrade to a Sutherland Duo before considering new speakers or a deck. I'm not sure if that thinking is flawed though? Maybe speakers are where to go?
 
MikeH said:
Not realistically. Think amp will possibly be my next upgrade on my main system. Happy with the Lintons at the moment.
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I’m going to get a new phono stage in the new year, I’ve the money saved. I’ll then try to sell my existing phono and a couple of other bits and if they go for what I want I’ll either go Super Linton upgrade or upgrade the PS Aufio preamp for the new Eversolo 10, maybe the exiting 8, streaming preamp….
 
Ghost said:
I've been going back and forth, I feel like I can probably squeeze more out of my lintons by optimizing elsewhere in my chain though.

Perhaps I should upgrade to a Sutherland Duo before considering new speakers or a deck. I'm not sure if that thinking is flawed though? Maybe speakers are where to go?
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If I was being rational I’d get a new turntable. But I won’t get rid of mine becuaee I’m being emotional and so it’s about tinkering with everything else. Realistically without dropping multiple thousands it’s a phono upgrade and then tinkering around the edges.
 
I don't see anything on Music Direct's website saying that these are not eligible for further discount. Likely the same for TTL. I know MD periodically drop a 15% off code and TTL have a 10% off for new members. Using Maine sales tax as an example you could get these for $1350 shipped (unless they charge freight shipping) from Music Direct with a 15% off code.
 
Joe Mac said:
I’m going to get a new phono stage in the new year, I’ve the money saved. I’ll then try to sell my existing phono and a couple of other bits and if they go for what I want I’ll either go Super Linton upgrade or upgrade the PS Aufio preamp for the new Eversolo 10, maybe the exiting 8, streaming preamp….
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I think my weak link now is my amp on my main system. Really happy with the Sutherland 20/20 and like the MoFi deck still. Will eventually swap the cart out soon.

Got the Khozmo for my office setup which gives me that plus the fosi monoblocks which I’ve been enjoying. Can’t have much bigger speakers in there. Don’t feel the need to upgrade the Sutherland insight in there. DAC may be a next upgrade (get a Pontus for my main system and move the Ares to my office.). Haven’t had an upgrade itch in awhile though so I know it’s coming soon…
 
MikeH said:
I think my weak link now is my amp on my main system. Really happy with the Sutherland 20/20 and like the MoFi deck still. Will eventually swap the cart out soon.

Got the Khozmo for my office setup which gives me that plus the fosi monoblocks which I’ve been enjoying. Can’t have much bigger speakers in there. Don’t feel the need to upgrade the Sutherland insight in there. DAC may be a next upgrade (get a Pontus for my main system and move the Ares to my office.). Haven’t had an upgrade itch in awhile though so I know it’s coming soon…
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Yeah I’ve been over 2 years now. I’m debating a Sutherland 20/20 but having to deal with import duties because they don’t exist through European distribution anymore or maybe going for a different tubey direction. My phono is very good but it could be better. It and srreaming/preamp are probably the two biggest jumps I can make whilst I won’t change the table.
 
MikeH said:
Got the Khozmo for my office setup which gives me that plus the fosi monoblocks which I’ve been enjoying. Can’t have much bigger speakers in there. Don’t feel the need to upgrade the Sutherland insight in there.
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The Khozmo + the Fosis is a shockingly great front end. Still can't believe how good the Fosis are for the money.
 
Joe Mac said:
Yeah I’ve been over 2 years now. I’m debating a Sutherland 20/20 but having to deal with import duties because they don’t exist through European distribution anymore or maybe going for a different tubey direction. My phono is very good but it could be better. It and srreaming/preamp are probably the two biggest jumps I can make whilst I won’t change the table.
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Would you have to pay import duties from Canada since they love the monarchy? Might find a used one in Matherburg
 
ngower said:
Would you have to pay import duties from Canada since they love the monarchy? Might find a used one in Matherburg
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Thank you. But yes I would. Basically within the EU is fine because of the customs union. The uk is ok too because I can order it to my dad or one of my brothers and smuggle it back in the boot of my car. Anywhere else and it’d be subject to 10% customs duty and 23% VAT on arrival.
 
Joe Mac said:
Thank you. But yes I would. Basically within the EU is fine because of the customs union. The uk is ok too because I can order it to my dad or one of my brothers and smuggle it back in the boot of my car. Anywhere else and it’d be subject to 10% customs duty and 23% VAT on arrival.
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I’ll be back in Notts in December. Just saying….
 
MikeH said:
I’ll be back in Notts in December. Just saying….
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I’m sadly not able to move until probably February. Basically all my spare cash is tied up in the new car but they’re giving me €2k back when I buy it as cash back. That is pretty much what’s going to be spent on the phono. Plus a big old phono stage in the suitcase seems a big ask haha!

Christmas in notts? I’m having an Irish Christmas this year but back in Mansfield 26th to 30th.
 
Joe Mac said:
I’m sadly not able to move until probably February. Basically all my spare cash is tied up in the new car but they’re giving me €2k back when I buy it as cash back. That is pretty much what’s going to be spent on the phono. Plus a big old phono stage in the suitcase seems a big ask haha!

Christmas in notts? I’m having an Irish Christmas this year but back in Mansfield 26th to 30th.
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It can be little man’s carry on 😂😂. But yea realistically probably couldn’t take it on a plane with all the stuff I need to carry for the kid. Maybe another time if ya need it.

And Yes! Christmas in Notts this year.
 
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