linn lk85 power amp

Here. review of Linn lk 85 mostly compared to NAIM NAP 00 power amp
through Linn KOLECKTOR pre amp .
Using variety of speakers .
source was blue sound node 20i. streamer

[jhnpennington]

Life is better with Kelvin on YouTube.

[jonpatrick]

Hi Kelvin. I loved the comment in your video about northern countries, long nights and the need of a good hi-fi system to snuggle up with. I grew up in Texas and ended up moving to northern Michigan years ago. Man what a difference!! Yes the nights are very long this time of the year. Incredibly long! And cold, ha. Goes without saying I reckon. I've enjoyed all your videos and glad to sit down with you in my TV 💯

[markseymour]

I always love your reviews bc they are from a real world perspective, not the over analyzed stuff other channels have

[canonbck]

Thanks Kelvin for making videos again. I could watch you all day. I've learned a lot. Thank you.

[gezparks]

From one old hi- fi nerd to another ... Thanks Kelvin. Love your spot on heartfelt reviews!

[peterevans]

Hi Kelvin,
Good to see your channel back on line again. I enjoy your down to earth views on the equipment. Cheers Peter Sydney Australia

[stephenstevens]

I love your authenticity! You speak in terms of the everyman. Use songs that people actually listen to!! Don't stop doing what you do, brother!!

[Michael-xznk]

Thanks so much for this review.

I have 3 similar systems: 1 Lk85 / Kolektor / KEF LS50 and 2 Linn LK 140’s / Kolektor’s with Thiel CS2 and B&O RL6000 and absolutely love them all. I also have a 4th Kolektor, awaiting for another 85 or 140 mate, when the right opportunity presents itself.

I also own a Linn Genki CDP, which I seldomly enjoy when I am not streaming 99% of the time. Since 1982, I have owned 3 LP12’s but gave up on vinyl 7-8 years ago, given the superior ability of digital to cherry pick tunes info playlists and not purchase music that I do not emotionally connect with. Nonetheless, the tables were wonderful.

Like yours, mine are all in mint condition, problem free and I enjoy them every day. I absolutely love their small chassis, bullet proof construction and great sound.

These vintage Linn amps are not well respected here in the US as they should be. Nonetheless, I am a proud Linn For Life owner.

Cheers!

michael

[DN]

I totally agree with you on bass Kelvin. An amplifier should have good bass performance first and then create the best possible mid en high with that. When you build a house you start with the foundation. Same should go for music amplification.

[paulgarrett]

Great to have you back Kelvin, so good to enjoy your real world reviews 😀

[ajitrughoo]

welcome back!! Stereo review X is the only vintage Hifi review i watch!! fantastic review as ever

[chrislovelock]

Love to see your channel and content its great to see you doing this again. I am a vintage convert now thanks to your informative videos. I changed my kit this year for vintage Sansui 221 and Monitor Audio MA5's (spent some time restoring them both) and cant believe the difference and enjoyment in the sound and presentation I have re-discovered my music collection from this vintage kit. Keep them coming please always a pleasure to watch and listen to you with your unique style and breadth of knowledge, they always feel like Im sitting in your house just chatting with you. Merry xmas and a happy new year to you.

[rm-mastering]

Hi K, great video, good to see you're back.

[DavidslvPT]

Good to see you back! Can't wait to see more videos soon :)

[josephfuller]

Another top shelf review. No one else holds a candle☺️

[Ricky-clbu]

You need to try the naim with a naim pre amp it makes a big difference, the linn is made for that linn pre amp

[Jorgeb]

Hi Kelvin.Glad to watch your videos again and glad you're ok.Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge.

[Ricky-clbu]

Great Kelvin is back, nice to hear a proper review about proper stuff that normal people can afford

[davidfreeman]

A year later, sorry.
I'm running a Wakonda pre into a pair of LK85s into Ninkas and couldn't be happier. Been running them for 20 years and will struggle to upgrade at a cost within reason.
On the preamps. In this range Linn made the Kolektor, the Wakonda and the Kairn. When I bought it, the Wakonda was noticably better than the Kolektor and the Kairn was way too expensive, hence the choice.
The biggest upgrade I have made is to ditch the provided Linn Black interconnects and use Kimber. I found the Linn Black's to be terrible, YMMD.
Thanks for the review.

[matereo]

Thanks Kelvin! Best vintage gear reviews on the tube, and it has to be pointed out again :) I wish i who collect some good vintage hifi lived closer because i could have sent and borrow you gear then. Looking forward to your LP12 review. Im gonna put Swedish Linn Sondek review anekdote in the comments when you do :)