Linn question


Can you use active Linn speakers(Tukans) with electronics other than Linn? How does the Linn active system work. I understand what an active crossover is, but how do you physically make them active. Do you replace the crossovers in the speakers? use a Tune Box? or do you need to install the crossover in a Linn amp? Has anyone heard Linn Tukans in acitve mode on electronics other than Linn. How did they sound? Thanks
mattman
Active cards are installed in amp. Must be bi-amped for Tukans. Your Linn dealer can modify your tokans, by passing the cross over. The world is the differance. Just consider the great percentage of power that is lost in the cross-over. Simply put AWSOME
WHY exactly would you need to modify the speakers / bypass the crossovers? aren't some amplifers output adjustable ?
Yes you can, but if you are using electronics other than Linn's you will need the aktiv tune box(which is a pricey little number). Linn amps are designed to accomodate the aktive modules inside them, thus eliminating the need for a designated box to house them - and cutting the cost in half. I suppose any electronic crossover could work as long as you know what the crossover points/slopes are. But by my logic, if you are going to the trouble of going active why potentially offset the benefits of aktive amplification by using a compromised crossover? Good luck.
do ALL linn speakers incorporate active crossovers? I have a pair of Linn Helix's hooked up to a B&K avr 307, im thinking i need the aktiv tune box now, do I ?