Linn's new tweeters for Isobariks?

Posted by: Anders on 18 December 2000

Hi,

Linn's new dome treble-unit with a neodymium magnet for the Katan and Ninka speakers appears to be very good. Any views on if they would improve on the Isobarik's original treble-units? Any reason why they should not match the original treble-units electrical/cross-over characteristics?

Anders

Posted on: 19 December 2000 by Chris Metcalfe
... if you ask their help line, will tell you to talk to your nearest Linn dealer. Looks like your only option.
Posted on: 19 December 2000 by Anders
...Linn's helpdesk were actually very helpful. The fellow checked with the proper Linn person who said the new tweeters would work if you run the speakers actively (but not if you run them passively - which I interpret as they may need some level adjustment which can be provided by the active filter). Strangely, the local Linn-dealer (who is an extremely competent Linn-dealer) said the new tweeters will not work in the Isobarik environment...

In other words - still confused but at a higher level.

Ander

Posted on: 19 December 2000 by Ron The Mon
Anders,
I assume from your profile that you're using a Naim NAXO, if so you will have no problem with the new tweeters as they have level adjustments inside for the tweeters. Have a competent Linn dealer or importer do the install as it is very easy to damage the veneer on the 'bariks. The units are sold in matched pairs so make sure tops match tops and front units match fronts(four tweeters in Isobariks). It is a ridiculously high VFM upgrade to your system.

Ron The Mon

Posted on: 20 December 2000 by Anders
Hi Ron,

You are right about the Naxo. I'm sorry I didn't get the last part: "It is a ridiculously high VFM upgrade to your system." Can you explain further!

Anders

Posted on: 20 December 2000 by Anders
...Value For Money (of course)...

Anders