The LINN is a nice sounding and well-built unibox that sounds nothing like a general receiver ( it is a LOT LOT better,l) and is nice space-saver unit compared to the individual components approaching its price strata new.
I test drove it myself new back in 2010-ish(?) and I was tempted to go for it. Then I auditioned the ARCAM SOLO NEO unibox, that was a true contender and no pretender compared to the LINN.
The ARCAM provided 95% of the LINN sonically at a lot less money new .and with a comparatively huge distribution network compared to the LINN, it’s LT use is better IMO.
ARCAM SOLO NEO RELIABILITY
It’s 14 years later and I used it every day since 2010 as either my “B” 2.1 system and now in my “C” TV 2.1+system ….it is flawless and built like a tank in the UK.
if and when ARCAM repairs may be needed (new caps from age-related eventuality….) EZPZ to fix . …no problemo Signor.
- No problems on cd transport or laser ,…anecdotally ,I’ve been told parts area available .
- FM is fine and indestructible.
- Nice internal DAC t GST accepts a USB-A thumb drive for playing digital hi-rez files…NOT in the LINN
- internet radio is fine…
- DAB tuner is a bit if a stillborn issue here ( a.Europe kinda thing )
TAKEAWAY
At a good pricepoint pre-owned I’d buy the LINN or the ARCAM ,,,whichever brand stirs your drink. Sonically, they may surprise you just how good they sound.