Linn Majik DSM Integrated Network Amplifier 2025
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Linn Majik DSM Integrated Network Amplifier 2025
A new front-runner has emerged
Streaming, or "smart", amplifiers have gaining significant traction and acceptance in recent years. While the convenience of a "one box solution" is appealing, a majority of dedicated audio enthusiasts have shied away from the prospect. One reason may be that the current offerings seem to be aimed at the lower end of the market, and provided by brands typically associated with "mid-fi".
Linn, throughout their history, have never released a products that one might consider "mid-fi", so the prospect of an all-in-one smart amplifier from Linn got us excited from the first off-the-cuff mention.
While we're waiting to receive a demonstration unit, the feature set and build credentials suggest this amp might spend some time in our rack (while replacing everything else on it)!
- DAC with in-house clocking and upsampling (Selekt standard DAC)
- 24bit/384kHz and DSD256 compatibility
- Precision-punched and -folded aluminium chassis for superb rigidity and isolation
- Solid steel feet reduce vibration
- Cut-glass rotary control dial
- MM, MC and 2 x pairs of line level inputs
- HDMI eARC
- Linn's proprietary Space Optimisation DSP built-in
- Single Exakt link output
- Dual subwoofer outputs
Specification
Audio Formats: FLAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, DSD (64/128/256), MP3, WMA (except lossless), AIFF, AAC, OGG
Resolution: Up to 24-bit/384kHz
Integrated Services: TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Deezer, AirPlay 2, Roon Ready, airable, TuneIn, Calm Radio
Power Amps: x2 100W Class D
HDMI Spec: HDMI 2.0 - Supports 4K resolution @ 60 Hz, 4:4:4, HDCP 2.2, HDR, ARC, eARC, CEC, data rate 18Gbps
Ethernet: x1
Exakt Link: x1
WiFi: Yes (802.11ac)
Bluetooth: Yes (4.2)
Construction: Precision-cut and folded aluminium
Finish: Black
Dimensions: 350mm (W) x 114mm (H) x 372mm (D)
Weight: 5.7kg
Inputs: HDMI eARC x1, Toslink x1, SPDIF x1 (configurable as output), USB (Type C) x1, Line Level Phono (RCA) x2, MM Phono (RCA) x1, MC Phono (RCA) x1
Outputs: Binding-post / Banana / Spade x2 pairs, RCA Phono x1 pair, RCA Subwoofer Out x2, SPDIF x1 (configurable as output), 1/4 inch Headphone Jack x1