We’re a proud Linn dealer, which of course means we get plenty of enquiries about the – rather famous – Linn ranges, and exactly what each contains. You may have noticed, it gets a little complicated! That’s why we’ve decided to give you a brief guide on the hierarchy, from Kiko through to Akurate, so you can work out exactly which Linn would suit you best.
Starting from the ground up, we have…
Kiko
The Kiko DSM and its speakers (included) are the beginners’ level Linn. It’s a standalone system which features a digital streamer and an integrated amplifier, with a pair of sturdy and accordingly styled bookshelf speakers to match. It comes in six contemporary colours, and offers streaming from your computer, the internet or even wireless from a mobile device.
Sneaky
Sneaky by name, Sneaky by nature! The DS and the DSM are Linn’s entry-level digital streaming seperates. The DS is a hi-fi streamer, i.e. a seperate network streamer that requires separate amplification and the DSM has the amplifier built in.
Majik
The Majik series is where the Linn ‘Majik’ really starts to kick in, with a potentially complete system of separates – if network streaming is your bag. This range sees the first of Linn’s speakers – both bookshelf and floorstanding – as well as the first of their amplification options. The Majik series is the first step into serious Linn-ownership – there’s even an upgraded version of their world famous turntable, the Linn LP12 Sondek, if your tastes are a little more analogue.
Akurate
Akurate is the highest Linn series we currently offer, and features some exceptional streaming, amplification and driving kit. A choice of three separate speakers, three power amplifiers, one pre amp and two streamers (one with an integrated amp and one without, as is standard with the all of the Linn ranges). Much like its Majik range, the Akurate has its own version of the LP12 too!
Well, we say this is the highest, there is still a way of going a little higher still…
Akurate Exakt
While it’s not technically a ‘seperate’ range, it does deserve its own mention. Exakt is an upgrade on Akurate, a new technology integrated into the Akurate DSM and two of the Akurate speakers. Combining the DSM with either of the Exakt speakers allows for a completely integrated system that works harmoniously, managing to outperform its separates equivalent in ever category, from usability to sound and everything in between. It is unique in the way it works, but requires both pieces of the puzzle – the DSM and the speakers – in order to function. That’s why we offer both options as complete systems with the speakers included.
For more information on the Exact range upgrade, we have a lovely blog dedicated to just that. For all other enquiries, we’re only a phone call away.
And there we have it, a breakdown of the Linn basics. Not too complex, once you take a small step back.