I’m getting back into the audio hobby again. It’s been a lifetime thing for me—I’ve even built my own gear in the past, so I really care about finding that perfect sound. About 15 years ago, I had a full Linn system with the Intek integrated amp and a matching power amp. I loved that setup, and I never forgot how good that Linn gear sounded.
Right now, I’m moving toward a "pure passive" setup. I actually have a big Linn Klout amp on the way right now to pair with my passive preamp, so I’m moving this unit to help pay for the next hunt.
I picked this Linn Classik up recently to test out that "Linn sound" in my own room again. Once I got my passive preamp, I actually started using this Linn Classik Movie as the power amplifier for my system. It worked great and gave me that clean, detailed sound I was looking for. I even used it with my Linn Afekt compact active subwoofer, and it did a fantastic job with it. It’s actually what convinced me to go out and buy that big Klout powerhouse I’ve been wanting.
I uploaded a video so you can see it actually working. You’ll see the display is bright and clear, and I cycle through all the inputs to show you the internal logic is 100% healthy. Even though I’m not including a remote with this sale, I tested it with one and the unit responds perfectly to remote commands.
I want to be totally honest so we’re on the same page. Visually, I’d call it a 7 out of 10. It looks good on a rack, but it has some normal wear.
The Bad: The DVD player doesn't work. It won't read discs and the tray won't open.
The Speaker Connection: I use special banana plugs, and I actually had to take some needle-nose pliers and give my plugs a little pinch so they would stay nice and snug in the terminals. I didn't mess with the unit or the terminals themselves; I just crimped my own connectors to get a better fit. Everything works fine and the connection is solid.
The Good: Everything else is great. The Preamp, Tuner, and Aux inputs all work perfectly. Even the Surround modes work like they should. Every button on the front works.
I only tested it in a 2.1 setup with my sub, but all channels show active.
This is a standard US 115v unit.
Standard power cord included.
Note: This is for the unit only. No remote is included.
I also used this as a preamp for some big powerhouses like my QSC USA 900, my Audionics CC-2, and a B&K 202. If you know those big pro amps, they can be pretty "hissy," but this Linn was so clean it silenced the noise and made them sound amazing. I listened to it through my Linn Sekrits & Tukans speakers and the detail was awesome.
This thing weighs about 25 lbs, and I pack gear for war. I’m going to use double boxes and tons of bubble wrap so it gets to you safe.
Shipping: UPS Ground.
Terms: Since the disc drive is broken, I’m selling this As-Is with no returns. It’s a killer piece of gear, but please watch the video and look at the pictures so you know exactly what you're getting.
I'm just a hobbyist looking for the next big amp. If you want that famous Linn sound, this is a great way to get it without spending a fortune.
AUDIOPHILE VALUE: Physically, this unit is an 7/10. Even without the disc drive, you are getting $4,000 of British engineering. This Class AB Amplifier (75Wpc into 4 ohms) sounds worlds better than any modern budget receiver. It is a perfect high-fidelity "brain" for a desktop or bedroom setup.
SHIPPING & TERMS:
Weight: Estimated 25 lbs for shipping.
Protection: I pack gear like I’m sending it to war. This unit will be triple-bubble-wrapped and double-boxed for absolute security during transit.
Cost: Buyer pays actual UPS Ground shipping.
As-Is: This is an AS-IS transaction with NO RETURNS.
As a lifelong builder and hobbyist, I’ll make sure it arrives safe and ready to play.