Linn 119 And 150 Loudspeakers – Quick Look
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Linn has unveiled its latest two passive loudspeaker models, the Linn 119 bookshelf/compact and 150 floorstander, together with a newly refined version of the Linn Selekt DSM: Classic Hub, a network music player with a wide range of multimedia inputs and options. The loudspeakers are offered in a selection of finishes: Satin Black, White, Walnut, or Oak, while the DSM is available in either a textured black or flat silver finish. Optional black or silver pedestal stands are available for the 119 bookshelf speakers.
These new speaker ranges are described by Linn to deliver; “an engaging performance – with energy, refinement, neutrality, and fun”. Individual driver binding post pairs are available for both models, two pairs for the 119 and three pairs for the 150. This allows for bi/tri wiring or bi/tri-amping using external crossovers.
Both models boast “premium drive units” that promise excellent linear performance and excursion capability with the drive units mounted at the very front of the baffle, with no grille, supporting the units excursion and minimizing occlusion. Crossovers are of a low-order design and use only high-quality components.
The 119 is rear-ported for extended bass performance while the 150 features a downwards-firing port. The 119 port can be “bypassed” when using a Linn DSM network music player, by using the digitally applied bass augmentation filter that is said to provide “faster” and tighter bass.
The 119 and 150 speakers also have the option to upgrade to Linn’s Exakt technology, which supports precise digital crossover and amplification configurations. Their two and three way designs make them ideally suited for the Exakt system, which can be installed within a Linn Selekt DSM.
Select DSM: Classic Hub
The newly refined Selekt DSM: Classic Hub maintains the modular, cartridge-based approach of its predecessor and sports a refined chassis and metalwork that features steel feet and smart buttons, while the fascia houses a large-format display. The case is enhanced by an array of stainless-steel smart buttons and a cut glass central control dial with hidden LEDs that shine through to indicate volume. New features include; an integrated headphone amplifier with a 1/4-inch jack, and dedicated RCA output for subwoofer integration.
A broad range of connectivity supports its high-performance, integrated, analogue-to-digital conversion (ADC), from turntables to CD players, and its various digital connections allow connection to video streaming devices, games consoles, TV’s and Blu-ray players. Inputs include; Ethernet, HDMI ARC, Toslink SPDIF (configurable in/out), USB Type-B (Class 2), Line Level Phono (RCA) and MM and MC Phono (RCA). While outputs include; HDMI 2.0 (optional upgrade), Exakt Link, SPDIF (configurable in/out), RCA Subwoofer Out and 1/4″ headphone Jack.
Unused bays within the Selekt DSM support its expansion with the addition of more cartridge amplifiers, DAC modules taking advantage of Linn’s various flagship DAC technologies and the Surround Sound with DSP and HDMI switching modules. The DSM also includes Linn’s Space Optimization for room equalization.
Features At A Glance:
- Aluminum construction with acrylic fascia
- Cut-glass control dial
- Six programmable machined stainless-steel ‘smart’ buttons
- Wide range of inputs accept virtually any source
- High-performance MM/MC/Line-In Analogue Phono Stage
- Powered by Utopik – Linn’s best power supply design ever
- Choice of three DAC’s; standard, Katalyst and Organik. For more information on Linn technologies look here.
- Surround Sound option
- Space Optimization room equalization
Specifications:
- 119
- Speaker Type: 2-way bookshelf
- Exakt: Yes – with Selekt DSM or Exaktbox
- Crossover: Analogue passive
- Bass System: Rear ported
- Tweeter: 19.55 mm soft Sonomex dome
- Bass: 160 mm Nextel-coated paper diaphragm
- Binding Posts: 2 pairs
- Cabinet Volume: 9 liters
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 191 mm x 328 mm x 241 mm
- Weight: 7.15 kg
- 150
- Speaker Type: 3-way floorstanding
- Exakt: Yes – with Selekt DSM or Exaktbox
- Crossover: Analogue passive
- Bass System: Dual down-firing ports
- Tweeter: 19.55 mm soft Sonomex dome
- Midrange: 160 mm Nextel-coated paper diaphragm
- Bass: 190 mm Nextel-coated paper diaphragm
- Binding Posts: 3 pairs
- Cabinet Volume: 40 liters
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 210 mm x 936 mm x 297 mm
- Weight: 21.56 kg
- Selekt DSM: Classic
- Includes:
- Utopik Power Supply
- Support for FLAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, DSD (64/128/256), MP3, WMA (except lossless), AIFF, AAC and OGG at up to 24-bit/384kHz resolution
- Wireless Streaming via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay 2
- MM/MC Phono Stage
- Analogue Input (RCA Pair)
- Space Optimization – (Room equalization)
- Exakt Ready
- Inputs:
- Ethernet x1
- HDMI ARC x1
- Toslink x2
- SPDIF (x1 configurable in/out) x2
- USB Type-B (Audio Class 2) x1
- Line Level Phono (RCA) x1
- MM Phono (RCA) x1
- MC Phono (RCA) x1
- Outputs:
- HDMI 2.0 (optional upgrade) x1
- Exakt Link x2
- SPDIF (configurable in/out) x1
- RCA Subwoofer Out x1
- 1/4″ Headphone Jack x1
- Surround Sound Upgrade (DSP and HDMI switching modules)
- HDMI inputs x4
- HDMI Out x1 (doubles as eARC)
- Surround Sound Processing Up to 7.2
- Supported Formats: DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS 96/24, DTS, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and PCM
- DAC Options:
- Standard
- Katalyst
- Organik
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 355×122.5×355 mm
- Weight: 8.05 kg – 10.85 kg
- Includes:
MSRP (US/UK) – From:
- 119: $3,250/£2,500 – pair
- 150: $7,150£5,500 – pair
- 119 stand: $349/£300 – pair
- Selekt DSM: Classic Hub: $7,345/£5,650 (no options)
For more information visit the Linn website.
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