In this review, we will be comparing UBR62 and LINTON Heritage, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from ELAC and Wharfedale. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and Wharfedale LINTON first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and Wharfedale LINTON speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and Wharfedale LINTON compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both UBR62 and LINTON Heritage are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 |
Wharfedale LINTON |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 4-inch |
1 x 5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 8-inch
|
UBR62 features a 1" soft dome Tweeter , a 4" Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Aluminum Woofer . On the other hand, the LINTON Heritage features a 1" woven textile Soft-dome Tweeter , a 5" Midrange and 1 x 8" Woven Kevlar Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 630Hz and 2400Hz.
Frequency Response
UBR62 has a frequency range of 41-35k Hz whereas LINTON Heritage has a frequency range of 40-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 40Hz, the LINTON Heritage can go slightly deeper then the UBR62's min frequency of 41Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
UBR62 and LINTON Heritage have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. UBR62 sensitivity is rated at 85 dB and the LINTON Heritage's is at 90 dB. This 5 dB difference makes the Wharfedale LINTON a more sensitive speaker compared to ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
UBR62 can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas UBR62 has a max power handling value of 140 watts RMS , 60 watts less than the LINTON Heritage.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
UBR62 features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. LINTON Heritage has a Post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Wharfedale LINTON's Post terminals
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62's and Wharfedale LINTON's external dimensions. ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 has external dimensions of 359.0 x 210.0 x 332.0mm ( 14-1/8 x 8-1/4 x 13-1/16inch) whereas Wharfedale LINTON has external dimensions of 565.0 x 300.0 x 360.0mm ( 22.2 x 11.8 x 12.9inch) .
Wharfedale LINTON is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 90mm wider, 206mm taller and 28mm deeper than ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and Wharfedale LINTON in scale.
Comparison image of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 and Wharfedale LINTON Size and External Dimensions
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 is approximately 697.2cm2 / 108.1inch2 and base area of the Wharfedale LINTON is approximately 990.0cm2 / 153.5inch2. The UBR62 requires 30% less surface area than the LINTON Heritage which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62 weighs 10.70kg / 23.5lbs and the Wharfedale LINTON weighs 18.40kg / 40.5lbs. This makes the LINTON Heritage 72% heavier than the UBR62.
Here is a comparison of how UBR62 and LINTON Heritage's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of ELAC Uni-Fi Ref UBR62?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of UBR62:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grilles4 Jumper-bars (pre-installed)Operating Instructions
What's in the Box of Wharfedale LINTON?
Here are the items that come with the LINTON Heritage:
Bookshelf loudspeaker Grille (pre-installed) 4 Self-adhesive rubber feet Pair of white gloves User's Manual
 High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Height |
359mm
vs
565mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
697cm2 (210x332mm)
vs
990cm2 (300x360mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1200USD
vs
1500USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
200 watts
vs
140 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
90 dB
vs
85 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
40 Hz
vs
41 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
| General |
ELAC Uni-Fi Reference UBR62 |
Wharfedale LINTON Heritage |
| Brand |
ELAC |
Wharfedale |
| Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
| Power Range |
up to 140 watts |
25-200 watts |
| Sensitivity |
85 dB |
90 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Impedance |
n/a |
3.5 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
41-35k Hz |
40-20k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Woven Kevlar |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
soft dome |
Soft-dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
4" |
5" |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
630Hz and 2400Hz |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
359.0mm (14.1") |
565.0mm (22.2") |
| Width |
210.0mm (8.3") |
300.0mm (11.8") |
| Depth |
332.0mm (13.1") |
360.0mm (14.2") |
| Weight |
10.70kg (23.5lbs) |
18.40kg (40.5lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Wood Veneer |
| Available Colors |
Satin Black with Walnut Sides, Satin White with Oak Sides |
Walnut, Red Mahogany, Black |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Recommended Stand Height |
22-24" |
18-22" |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
5 Years |