Linn Sondek LP12

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Linn Sondek LP12
The Linn Sondek LP12 turntable The reference transcription turntable for optimum reproduction of LP records - over 25 years of world leadership. Powered by the Lingo power supply for ultra-precise motor control and optimum sonic performance.
•High mass, perfectly balanced, Linn Sondek lp12 belt-driven platter to maintain speed stability
•Solid wood plinth, stainless steel chassis, suspended sub-chassis and stable arm platform to provide freedom from vibration and acoustic feedback, and reliable, consistent performance.
•Lingo power supply provides ultra-precise motor control, providing the finest musical detail.
If you trace the history of high-performance LP playback, it will lead you straight back to Linn Sondek LP12, the worlds first high-end record playback system. First introduced in 1972, the Linn Sondek lp12 was a revolutionary piece that helped define the importance of the source product. Prior to this time, manufacturers and consumers alike placed all the importance in downstream gear such as the amp, preamplifiers and speakers. The introduction of the Linn LP12 was a new era in understanding of the importance of your systems playback components. Although initially displaying some resistance in this theory, the world soon climbed onboard and manufacturers followed trying to produce better players to compete with the Linn Sondek LP12 . Some 29 iterations later, the Linn LP12 remains a (some argue the) standard in vinyl playback.
The Linn LP12 set-up being reviewed is comprised of several elements: the LP12 table mechanics, Linn LINGO power supply, Linn EKOS tonearm, Linn AKIVA cartridge and Linns LINTO phono stage preamplifier, at a total price of $11,650.
At the heart of the Linn SONDEK LP12 is its table, referred to as the Mechanics. The LP12 Mechanics retail for $2,400 and consist of a solid wood plinth, stainless steel chassis, suspended sub-chassis and a solid arm platform to eliminate any vibration and acoustic feedback. The precision platter is belt-driven and perfectly balanced for speed, accuracy and reliability. Its then coupled to the Linn Sondek LP12 motor using a patented low-noise, single-point bearing to eliminate noise and provide the highest possible performance. There are optional speeds for both 33-1/2 and 45-RPM media.
Linn Sondek LP12 The LP12 uses Linns LINGO power supply, once their best power supply option, now the only available power supply for the LP12 at a cost of $1,600. The LP12s assembled overall dimensions are 17.5 inches in width, 14 inches in depth and five-and-one-half inches in height, weighing 28.5 pounds.
Linn offers two tonearm options for you to choose from, starting with the AKITO at $1,100, and the EKOS, used in the review model, priced at $3,000. Both tonearms are manufactured with painstaking steps to assure precision playback. All critical components are machined from a solid piece of material to eliminate unwanted vibrations. Linn uses the finest alloys and adhesives to maximize the strength and integrity of the arm. Linn tonearms use ultra low-friction bearings, assembled in a cleanroom for long-term, guaranteed performance. In addition, The EKOS and AKITO both employ temperature-compensated precision springs to ensure constant tracking and bias forces.
Last but not least is the ever-critical cartridge. Linn offers two different Moving Coil cartridges to choose from, the entry-level KLYDE and the top-level AKIVA that retails for $2,995. In the old days, you simply plugged your Linn Sondek LP12 turntable into your receiver and voila, you were spinnin music. These days, you will still find phono preamps in the better receivers but almost all higher-quality preamps do not offer a phono stage (preamp), or if they do, its an option.
The Linn LINTO direct-coupled precision phono preamp is a moving coil phono preamp that uses the finest and most advanced technology to maximize your playback experience. It has a state-of-the-art silent power supply with Linn Brilliant SMPS technology providing immunity to mains noise or variation. It allows for the option of two gain settings for use with both low and high output moving coil cartridges. For connection, the LINTO has one pair of RCA phono input connectors and two pairs of RCA phono outputs. It has a high gain of 64 dB @ 1 kHz (x1600) and a low gain of 54 dB at 1 kHz (x500). The Linn LINTO Phono Preamp has a retail price of $1,700.
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