Has Linn Gone Crazy? They Stopped Making Pre-Amps


This was recently announced, but as yet has not been covered on Audiogon.

Linn Audio has stated that they will stop manufacturing dedicated pre-amps:

http://www.unlockpwd.com/linn-stops-the-production-of-products-that-can-only-act-as-a-pre-amplifier/

So, is Linn Crazy Like a Fox, or Just Crazy...
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Showing 1 response by bombaywalla

Mateored, thanks for your detailed replies & insight into Linn systems. I have very little experience with Linn myself. It is interesting that they are following the approach taken by Meridian (Boothroyd-Stuart Meridian) which also likes the "walled garden" approach & has been practicing that forever. They are DSP all the way & I believe their latest speakers are also active. Hmmm....very interesting that another British company is following in Meridian's footsteps. Is it just coincidence or is it influence thru proximity??