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"All Linn" ... is it still a good idea ?

My local Linn-dealer suggesting the following system to me:
Genki (cd player), Kairn (pre-amp), Lk 85 (amp), Pair of AV 5140 speakers. My question is how critical is Kairns pre-emp for the entire system? What would you change in this combination? Any experience?
Also, I do like the sound of Martin Logans Request speakers?
Is it an option to substitute Linn AV 5140 by ML request?
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elgordo
530 posts
 
It was never a good idea.
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alexc
265 posts
 
You'll need lots more power to drive Martin Logans. Heck, even the 5140's don't sound their best until actively biamped. Frankly, I would shop around. I sold all my Linn gear (Kairn, two LK 100s, Karik/Numerik) other than the LP12/Linto and went to Muse digital and vacuum tube pre and amps. Linn stuff is nice, but you can do better for the $$ I am a happier camper now.
keech
17 posts
 
I am running the Kolector/LK140/Genki/Ninkas and totally love this setup. I would recommend super-sizing the LK85 to the LK140. I have not listened to the 5140s so I cannot comment on them, but I am very impressed with the Ninkas. If you are considering running the Genki off of the LK85, I would think twice. I don't think it sounds nearly as good as going through a preamp.
longplate
48 posts
 
Linn is the most overated, overpriced equipment on the planet. I use to sell it so I know it better then most.Driving the Martin Logans with any linn amp would be like putting retreads on your new Benz.The only company that markets better then Linn is Bose.The M.L. are transparent and image like few others,driven by Linn would be like throwing a blanket over the Logans.
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