In this review, we will be comparing specifications of Denton 85 and SVS Ultra, two Bookshelf cameras from Wharfedale and SVS.
Let's have a brief look at the main features of Wharfedale Denton 85 and SVS Ultra before getting into our more detailed comparison.
Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Wharfedale Denton 85 and SVS Ultra compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.
Drivers
Both Denton 85 and SVS Ultra are 2-way speakers. Denton 85 features a 1" woven textile Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 6.5" Woven Kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, SVS Ultra features a 1" aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 6.5" Composite glass-fiber Woofer .
Frequency Response
Denton 85 has a frequency range of 45-20k Hz whereas SVS Ultra has a frequency range of 45-32k Hz.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Denton 85 is a 4 ohms speaker compared to SVS Ultra which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms. These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Denton 85 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and SVS Ultra's is at 87 dB dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Power Range
Denton 85 has a power range of 20-120 watts RMS whereas SVS Ultra has a power range of 20-150 watts.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Both Denton 85 and SVS Ultra features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Denton 85 and SVS Ultra features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
Physical Specs