Advice needed on switch from Naim to Linn

Posted by: newbie on 26 March 2016

my current setup is an all Naim setup except for a Linn Malik lp12 turntable that I bought recently from the local Linn dealer. During the installation the Linn dealer commented several times that I would be better off with a full Linn exakt akurate system with akudorik speakers. He then went on to price the system as a direct swap but I would have to TOP-up by several thousand pounds.

My existing Naim setup is Naim Ovator s400s, NDS with a xp5s power supply, a Naim nac 282 and a Nap 252. The Naim nac 282 is powered by a dr hi cap. What the dealer is claiming is that the mid level akurate system with bookshelf speakers will outperform my Naim setup.

Does anyone have experience of the Linn setup. Will the akurate streamer outperform the NDS ?

i would appreciate any insights or advice that anyone can give.

Thanks

Posted on: 11 April 2016 by Michael_B.

nigelb posted:
And I certainly don't need any lectures about auditioning.

I'm sorry if it seemed I was lecturing you. I was making a very general comment about use of the forum and that wasn't my intention at all.

Posted on: 11 April 2016 by hungryhalibut

As the OP has made a decision, there seems little point in further discussion.

Posted on: 11 April 2016 by newbie

OP is very happy and the 555PS is already telling on the NDS. I just need to wait for it ro run in.

Posted on: 11 April 2016 by hungryhalibut

Excellent - being happy with it is all that matters.

Posted on: 11 April 2016 by nigelb

I love a happy ending and apologies for my grumpy postings earlier.