I used an Linn LP 12 for many years, and it was finicky to keep in tune. Finally switched to a Rega 9 w/ RB1000 arm (now own 2 of them), and I wouldn't go back to the Linn. No muss, no fuss and excellent sound.
Thinking about buying an Lp12, Lingo table.
Greetings everyone.
After having had a VERY disappointing short life with a Rega RP6/exact (never again and you may read my previous posts) I am thinking about buying a used LP12. I was the very happy owner of a Linn Axis for about 27 years and I regrettably sold it last April to purchase the Rega. I wish I have never done that but I learned that the Axis board tend to go bad after years and you can not find replacements. I am looking at an LP12 from the mid nineties with serial number above 93000. It comes with the Lingo power Supply (original version), Cirkus, Trampoline (original version) , Akito tonearm and a Audio Technica ML-150 cartridge (which I would toss) , brand new original Linn box. The table is on consignment at a very reputable Linn dealer and they are asking $3100 plus shipping. I think that it is a little high.
Questions:
I understand that the table need to be serviced and adjusted which can be a drag but I guess is part of ownership. Also I would put the table in a cabinet but unfortunately the floors below are a little wobbly and I am afraid that just by walking on daily basis even when the table is not in use it would put a lot of stress on the suspension, springs, etc.
The table has had virtually no use for the past few years and it seems in almost mint condition.
Thanks and I look forward to your replies.
After having had a VERY disappointing short life with a Rega RP6/exact (never again and you may read my previous posts) I am thinking about buying a used LP12. I was the very happy owner of a Linn Axis for about 27 years and I regrettably sold it last April to purchase the Rega. I wish I have never done that but I learned that the Axis board tend to go bad after years and you can not find replacements. I am looking at an LP12 from the mid nineties with serial number above 93000. It comes with the Lingo power Supply (original version), Cirkus, Trampoline (original version) , Akito tonearm and a Audio Technica ML-150 cartridge (which I would toss) , brand new original Linn box. The table is on consignment at a very reputable Linn dealer and they are asking $3100 plus shipping. I think that it is a little high.
Questions:
I understand that the table need to be serviced and adjusted which can be a drag but I guess is part of ownership. Also I would put the table in a cabinet but unfortunately the floors below are a little wobbly and I am afraid that just by walking on daily basis even when the table is not in use it would put a lot of stress on the suspension, springs, etc.
The table has had virtually no use for the past few years and it seems in almost mint condition.
Thanks and I look forward to your replies.
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