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Linn LP12 Walnut, with Linn Ekos 2 Arm, Arkiv B cartridge, Naim Armageddon. All boxed including 45 adapter.
For £2,999, this asking price sits at the very top end of what a used Linn Ekos cartridge typically commands in the UK market, where well‑kept examples usually trade somewhere in the low‑ to mid‑three‑figure GBP range. At this level you’re paying more for perceived rarity and condition than for outright performance gains, especially when you could realistically step into a fresh, current‑production cartridge in the same or lower price bracket. Unless this is a rare limited edition, special‑run model, or demonstrably better spec’d than the standard Ekos, the asking price feels ambitious rather than a bargain.
Before committing, verify that the stylus profile is genuinely original and undamaged, as worn or retipped styli are a known issue and can quietly undermine the entire LP12/Ekos synergy. Also confirm that the headshell, alignment tools, and any original paperwork or warranty card are present, and insist on a clear photo of the cartridge in the groove under magnification, plus a measured channel‑balance and tracking‑force test report if possible.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Linn Products: Brand Overview
Linn Products was founded in 1973 by Scottish engineer Ivor Tiefenbrun in Glasgow as a vehicle to manufacture the Sondek LP12 turntable, which would become the company's most iconic product and a cornerstone of high-fidelity audio. The brand emerged during the golden era of British hi-fi with a revolutionary "source first" philosophy—challenging the prevailing industry belief that loudspeakers mattered most by demonstrating that superior sound quality begins with the audio source. This foundational principle has guided the company's engineering ethos for over five decades.
Linn's product portfolio spans the complete hi-fi chain, from turntables and tonearms to preamplifiers, power amplifiers, and loudspeakers. The company introduced the world's first microprocessor-controlled preamplifier and power amplifier in 1985 (the LK1 and LK2), establishing itself as an electronics specialist. From 2007 onward, Linn pivoted toward digital music streaming, becoming an early adopter of network-based audio playback supporting studio master-quality recordings at 24-bit/192 kHz resolution, and discontinued CD player production in 2009 to focus on this strategic direction.
Linn occupies the high-end segment of the audio market, commanding respect among discerning audiophiles and collectors for its uncompromising engineering approach and longevity. The brand's reputation rests on meticulous product design, acoustic isolation principles, and a commitment to eliminating weak links in the signal chain—a philosophy that has made Linn one of the most influential manufacturers in hi-fi history and a benchmark for quality-focused audio engineering.
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