Linn Aktiv

[BDD]

I’ve got quite a basic and fairly ‘vintage’ Linn system - Majik 1 amp, Karik CD and Keilidh speakers. I quite fancy going aktiv, but want to keep it cost-effective! I’m thinking that I’ll need a couple more amps (possibly 2 x LK100 plus 2 aktiv cards for each amp. Plus associated cradles for the cards. Would that be it? I’m not sure if the Majik 1 amp can accommodate cards too - in which case that might negate the need for a 2nd Power amp so I’d just need one LK100? As you’ll gather I’m not sure what is the best configuration for going aktiv!
Thanks in advance for any guidance.


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[Stormin'Norman]

Hi, it can be a bit of a minefield as there are 3 different series of cards. Your Majik should be early type 1 mono but according to the link I'm including mounting plates are required and Rare.
I've just completed going active with Keilidh's.Any other questions I'll try to answer given my slightly limited knowledge.

http://www.krescendohifi.co.uk/blog.html
It's from 2015 and explains it all quite nicely
Best wishes
Norman

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[BDD]

Hi, it can be a bit of a minefield as there are 3 different series of cards. Your Majik should be early type 1 mono but according to the link I'm including mounting plates are required and Rare.
I've just completed going active with Keilidh's.Any other questions I'll try to answer given my slightly limited knowledge.

http://www.krescendohifi.co.uk/blog.html
It's from 2015 and explains it all quite nicely
Best wishes
Norman

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Thank you Norman! I think I’ve identified a mounting plate for sale for the old Majik. I’ll get onto that link you’ve provided.

Thanks again, Brian


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[BDD]

Another quick question if that’s ok! Will I require 3 sets of cards or just two - it’s not very clear. If it’s just 2 sets (bass & treble) I’ll probably just pick up 2 lk100 amps and leave the Majik as is. But if it’s 3 sets of cards (bass, treble, mid?) then I’ll utilise the Majik. I’m certain it’s the older mono cards that will be required.

Thanks again!

Cheers, Brian


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[BDD]

Solved! I can do it with 2 sets of cards.


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[griffo104]

I have a 3 way aktiv setup with my old Keilidhs. cards in the Majik, LK100 and LK140. LK140 does the treble (the better amp according to my old dealer), the lk100 and majik on bass duties. A couple of things need snipping in the Keilidhs as well and I'm not sure if it's reversible if you do go down that route. if you go with three then the "extra" bass gets used. Not sure if this makes it any better as I went straight to a 3 way. If you use the card in the majik then you couldn't use the sneaky slot as it takes the place of that.

It made a huge difference for me when I did it.

It's easier to put the cards in the lk85 and lk140 as this was part of the upgraded design.

[BDD]

I have a 3 way aktiv setup with my old Keilidhs. cards in the Majik, LK100 and LK140. LK140 does the treble (the better amp according to my old dealer), the lk100 and majik on bass duties. A couple of things need snipping in the Keilidhs as well and I'm not sure if it's reversible if you do go down that route. if you go with three then the "extra" bass gets used. Not sure if this makes it any better as I went straight to a 3 way. If you use the card in the majik then you couldn't use the sneaky slot as it takes the place of that.

It made a huge difference for me when I did it.

It's easier to put the cards in the lk85 and lk140 as this was part of the upgraded design.

Thanks Griffo104 - that’s very helpful. I’ve identified a local dealer who is happy to do the conversion for me, which they’ve quoted as 2-3 hours work. I’m now thinking whether I should just as well make it triactive?


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[griffo104]

Well I didn't have a choice as I got my aktiv cards free as part of a Linn promo. It did take the dealer about 3 hours to do all the work though and I know it's more fiddly with the older power amps as the LK140 was a doddle.

I always enjoyed the bass and the ease of flow I had from my system and I struggled to go back to passive speakers afterwards. whether there is much difference between 2 or 3 way active I can't really answer that but the way I saw it to get the full performance out of the keilidhs then may as well go the the whole way.

[BDD]

Well I didn't have a choice as I got my aktiv cards free as part of a Linn promo. It did take the dealer about 3 hours to do all the work though and I know it's more fiddly with the older power amps as the LK140 was a doddle.

I always enjoyed the bass and the ease of flow I had from my system and I struggled to go back to passive speakers afterwards. whether there is much difference between 2 or 3 way active I can't really answer that but the way I saw it to get the full performance out of the keilidhs then may as well go the the whole way.

Thanks Griffo104 - I may just utilise the Majik and get one additional amp, probably the most cost-effective way to do it given I can use the amp I already have.[emoji106]


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[griffo104]

Hope it goes well. Be interested to hear how you got on with it.

[BDD]

I have a 3 way aktiv setup with my old Keilidhs. cards in the Majik, LK100 and LK140. LK140 does the treble (the better amp according to my old dealer), the lk100 and majik on bass duties. A couple of things need snipping in the Keilidhs as well and I'm not sure if it's reversible if you do go down that route. if you go with three then the "extra" bass gets used. Not sure if this makes it any better as I went straight to a 3 way. If you use the card in the majik then you couldn't use the sneaky slot as it takes the place of that.

It made a huge difference for me when I did it.

It's easier to put the cards in the lk85 and lk140 as this was part of the upgraded design.

Hi Griffo104, just a quick question - do you know if the card mounting plates for the LK100 are also compatible with the LK140? I presume they are as I haven’t seen specific LK140 plates. Thanks.


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[griffo104]

Hi Griffo104, just a quick question - do you know if the card mounting plates for the LK100 are also compatible with the LK140? I presume they are as I haven’t seen specific LK140 plates. Thanks.


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My understanding is the LK140 is totally different from the LK100 and they aren't compatible. I think it's much easier to put the cards in the LK140. I can actually see the card sticking out of the back of my LK140 so I think they are mounted differently. The cards may just slip in to the LK140, I can't quite remember and I have long ago lost the manuals but pretty sure the LK140 and LK85 may have the plates already inside.

[BDD]

My understanding is the LK140 is totally different from the LK100 and they aren't compatible. I think it's much easier to put the cards in the LK140. I can actually see the card sticking out of the back of my LK140 so I think they are mounted differently. The cards may just slip in to the LK140, I can't quite remember and I have long ago lost the manuals but pretty sure the LK140 and LK85 may have the plates already inside.

Thanks once again[emoji106]


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[BDD]

And here it is - thanks for all the advice. Linn Karik player, Majik integrated as the control amp and two LK100 amps on aktiv bass and treble duties. This was set up by Loud & Clear in Edinburgh. Can’t rate them highly enough - attention to detail was superb and they identified and replaced few duff caps on one of the aktiv bass circuit boards. Wonderful sound and so much improved over passive. My hearing does let me down though.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200121/b2fce8ca870f573cb42c4492456632ba.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200121/d8d046f2171265322955654b93154973.jpg

[Pharos]

The hearing thing is a bugger - just as you get to the best systems you have ever had your ears let you down.
My right speaker seems to have a dreadful shrieking sound, but actually it is due to hearing loss and hyperacusis in that ear.

[BDD]

The hearing thing is a bugger - just as you get to the best systems you have ever had your ears let you down.
My right speaker seems to have a dreadful shrieking sound, but actually it is due to hearing loss and hyperacusis in that ear.

Indeed. My high frequencies are pretty much gone, hearing aids help but add a harshness.


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[RMutt]

A bit like the old blokes you see in sports cars. By the time they have enough disposable income to afford one they are too old to make the most of them.

[griffo104]

Excellent stuff. Glad it all worked out for you. Enjoy.