
8300A
Completely redesigned from scratch, our new integrated amplifier, the 8300A is miles ahead of what was already an industry-leader. Higher power, an additional phono stage and new Audiolab styling means the amplifier is more stylish and more versatile than ever. Most importantly it's new, ultra-efficient circuitry and streamlined components create a listening experience which brings new definition to your favourite music.
Amplification Redefined
While striving to achieve the most supreme sound quality, each stage of Audiolab product development is focused on usability. In particular with the 8300A, ensuring simple yet in-depth control, veteran amp designer, Jan Ertner build the amplifier functionality around the new display. This means users can easily find their way around the versatile configurations the amplifier offers, even while being much more advanced than its predecessors. The amplifier can behave as an integrated amplifier, power amplifier, pre-amplifier and a split pre-amplifier - easily paired with a multitude of hi-fi systems.
The 8300A works as coherently inside as it does on the outside - By taking a completely new approach to the layout, a dual mono structure means inter-channel interference is minimised. Crucial components processing audio and the power supply are completely separated as far as possible.
Our new technology - Active Current Delivery also ensures a completely clean sound up to the point of clipping, then its advanced microprocessor limits the output, which guarantees no audible distortion, even at its louder output of 75W RMS.
Connections
On the 8300A Engineers have developed a new phono stage catering for the resurgence in vinyl records with MM and MC configurations accessible via the front panel controls. 12V remote trigger loop feature on all units so as one device is switched on, paired units are switched into or out of standby mode - working as one system for quick operation.
Wharfedale LINTON Heritage
The Wharfedale LINTON represents one of the most iconic models in the long history of Wharfedale loudspeakers. A model that embodied the Wharfedale pioneering research through the 60s, 70s and 80s, with a bloodline dating back to 1965, LINTON has always been manufactured according to the Wharfedale principles of quality and value for money. The new Wharfedale LINTON further exemplifies these two edicts, balancing fine craftsmanship, natural sound quality and affordability inside a beautifully proportioned loudspeaker that has been bought in its millions right across the globe through it’s various incarnations.
The original LINTON was well known for its warm, rich and natural sounding character and the new Wharfedale LINTON retains that standing but imbues it with an open, detailed performance that will entice you to explore your whole music collection, once more.
* LINTON stands available as optional extra
Integrated Amplifier | |
Design philosophy and core technology | Dual Mono Power Amp Design |
Display | OLED 128x64 pixels 2.7" |
Controls | Logarithmic Ladder Volume Design |
Finish | Fine Textured Aluminium (Black / Silver) |
Standby Features | Yes |
12V Trigger | Yes |
Phono | Yes (MM/MC) |
Balanced XLR Input | Yes |
Pre-amplifier Section | |
Inputs | CD, Video, Tuner, Aux 1, Aux 2, XLR (Balanced) and Phono |
Outputs | 2 x RCA |
Input sensitivity (Phono RIAA) | 50K // 100pF |
Input impedance (line inputs) | 50K // 100pF |
Input impedance (phono inputs) | 47K // 100pF (MM), 100R // 1.5nF (MC) |
Output voltage | 2.3V max. (< 0.02% THD) |
Output impedance | 120 ohm |
Frequency response (Line) | +/- 0.1dB (10Hz - 20kHz) +/- 3.0dB (1Hz - 100kHz) |
Frequency response (Phono RIAA) | +/- 1.0dB (20Hz - 20kHz) |
Channel Imbalance | < 0.2dB (10Hz - 20kHz) |
Total harmonic distortion (THD) Line | < 0.001% |
Total harmonic distortion (THD) Phono | < 0.002% |
Signal-to-noise ratio (Line) | > 107dB >109dB(A-weighted) |
Signal-to-noise ratio Phono (MM) | > 73dB> 78dB(A-weighted) |
Signal-to-noise ratio Phono (MC) | > 68dB > 73dB(A-weighted) |
Crosstalk | < 80dB (L-> R & R->L @10KHz) |
Gain | 29dB (20Hz-20KHz) |
Input Sensitivity | 840mV (Power Out = 70W into 8ohm) |
Input impedance | 15K // 100pF |
Rated max power output THD | < 1% 2 x 75W RMS (8 ohm) , 2 x 115W (4 ohm) (Vmains = 230V , THD < 1%) |
Peak output current | +/- 15A |
Frequency response | +/- 0.1dB (10Hz – 20KHz)+/- 3.0dB (1Hz – 100KHz) |
Channel Imbalance | < 0.2dB (10Hz – 20kHz) |
Total harmonic distortion (THD) | <0.002% (Power Out= 50W @ 1KHz, BW = 20Hz – 20kHz) |
Signal-to-noise ratio | > 107dB (BW = 20 – 20KHz ) >109dB(A-weighted BW = 20 – 20KHz) |
Damping factor | >100 (8ohm Load @ 1kHz) |
Inputs | 1 x RCA |
Outputs Speaker | Binding Post Terminals |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 80 x 444 x 330.mm. |
Net weight | 7.8kg |
General description | 3-way vented-box/standmount |
Enclosure type | Bass reflex |
Transducer complement | 3-way |
Bass driver | 8"(200mm) black woven Kevlar® cone |
Mid driver | 5"(135mm) black woven Kevlar® cone |
Treble driver | 1" (25mm) soft dome |
Sensitivity | (2.83v @1m) 90dB |
Recommended amplifier power | 35-200W |
Nominal impedance | 6Ω |
Minimum Impedance | 3.5Ω |
Frequency response (+/-3dB) | 40Hz ~ 20kHz |
Peak SPL | 110dB |
Crossover frequency | 630Hz & 2.4kHz |
Bass Extension (-6dB) | 35Hz |
DIMENSIONS | Height (on plinth) 565mm Width 300mm Depth (with terminals) (330+30)mm |
Net Weight | 18.4kg |