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Linn Classik, w/ two LK 140's - Active ?

I have a bedroom system, consisting of a Linn Classik (Music model, not Cinema) an LK-140 and pair of Katans.
Just picked up another LK-140 and Active cards to convert to an Active configuration - but cannot figure where to plug the second LK-140, as there is only one "pre out" on the rear of the Classik.

Appreciate any help or guidance. Thanks.
anubis
azmoon
126 posts
 
Go to Linns website - they have manuals available, or did last time I checked.
timrhu
2,779 posts
 
You should be able to use the pass thru on the LK-140. I'm pretty sure the pass thru isn't affected by the active card. You'll know when you listen.
win99
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Hello Anubis,

The standard approach in your situation is to "daisy chain", using the "Line Input" and "Line Output" connections on the back of the LK-140. The wiring would proceeds as follows:

1) Classik Left output to Left "Line Input" of #1 LK140

2) #1 LK140 Left "Line Output" to Left "Line Input" of #2 LK140

3/4)Ditto for the Right channel.

People argue over whether the treble cards should sit in amp #1 vs. #2, and you can experiment to determine whether you can hear a difference -- but for what it's worth, I've put the treble Aktiv cards in amp #1.

The LK140 manual can be found on:
http://linn.co.uk/owners_manuals
(scroll down to "LK85 and LK140")

Congratulations on your new Aktiv setup!! Hope you enjoy the performance, and best wishes. =)
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