I have a Linn Classik-K and Dynaudio 52-SE. Withing your friend budget his best bet is the Linn K-20 and Nordost Z-Plugs. The Z-Plug is a big upgrade from the BFA supplied by Linn. I use KImber Kable 8-TC with Z-Plugs, the sound is great, but out of his budget. Hector
