Linn LP12 Question

I acquired a Linn table a couple of years ago. I had heard the same thing about it. I found a couple of web sites with set up instructions that I printed off. To me, with the instructions and looking at the table with the bottom off supported by two blocks, it was quite easy to see how it all went together. It all depends if you are mechanically minded or not. I used to be a fitter welder and have rebuilt several cars. So I guess it depends upon if you are the DIY type.

Linns can be a bit finicky to set up. After all, they are finely tuned machines whose performance depends upon getting everything right. You need to have a set of instructions so you know what you are doing. However, if you know what to do, there is no reason why you cannot do it yourself.

One of the reasons why a dealer set-up is recommended is because the table has to be supported up in the air while adjustments are made. Linn dealers would have a special jig to hold the table up. However, if you are handy and can make something yourself like Bgpowell did, then go for it.

FWIW I take my Linn in or a tune up annually. It costs me 40-50 bucks. I have the Lingo, cirkus,trampolin upgrades with an Ittok LV II arm mounted with a Shelter 90X. A tune up is basically adjusting the suspension, arm, and checking the bearings, cartridge alignment, and belt. It takes about an hour. I have owned my table for approx 8 years and do this because I don't own a jig which costs over 200.00. I drive approx 40 minutes to my dealer. For me the bottom line is is outsatnding sound for 8758.2 hours per year.