I'm in the market for a good used Linn Pre-Amp. I've read and have been told the AV5103 is a better built pre-amp than the Kairn. Also that these units used are sold at a very reasonable price and are not that sought after. Has anyone any thoughts on this?
I owned a Kairn for years and would swear by it for both musical sound quality and versatility in convenience. It has similar sound and attributes as most of Linn line. And as you observed it is a great value. Linn feels that the AV5103 represents a sonic improvement of course, I don't hear it. Cheers!
I'm Also the owner of a KAIRN and Like R f sayles don't find that the AV 5103 offers that much more of an improvement, and when you consider what a Kairn can be had for used there is no comparison. Regards
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