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How much to spend to improve Linn Klimax

I have one of the first generation Linn Klimax Renew. The audio board is the later revision with Dynamik power supply.

I have no compliant, but what to get a sense what is the next step in sound quality? I know I can always step up to the latest Linn Klimax, but the cost is prohibitive.

The rest of the gear is Harbeth M30 and Ayre AX-7e
chesebert
chesebert OP
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Yes, and that would be a downgrade from Linn.
zd542
5,339 posts
 
Did you actually hear the Ayre or just assuming it won't be as good because its less money? Sorry, but I ask because so many people make assumptions based on price.
chesebert OP
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This is getting nowhere. I have heard most big name Dacs when I was shopping a few years back. I guess other than the latest Kimax DS there really isn't anything close.
zd542
5,339 posts
 
Then why waste everyone’s time with senseless questions? You already have your mind made up, so you'll get upset if someone gives you a different answer than the one you want. I've heard the Linn many times, and like everything they make, its over priced and over rated.
chesebert OP
67 posts
 
Kimax Renew was in the same price range as Bricasti, so I'm not sure where the over priced / over rated comments came from.

I am not ready to pay the full retail price for a new a new Klimax, hence the question. Nothing has been decided as far as the next step.

I'm just looking for potential upgrade path without spending 15-20k
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