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Opinions on bi-amping Linn Espek speakers ?

I am considering the purchase of Linn Espek speakers. Possibly in the future I would like to start bi-amping them. I wonder whether someone has experience with this? In particular:
- Is bi-amping these Linns worth the extra investment in active cards and 2nd amplifier? Or could you better invest in a higher end speaker? (which one?)
- What is the sound quality of mono-amped Espeks vs. bi-amped ones? I know the extension to the bass is better, but you could also obtain that by investing the in a sub woofer. Why shouldn't you do that?

Thanks for your feedback.
Regards,
karman

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hepl
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Karman, Bi-amping is only possible in a passive setup.
If you really want to make them sound their best you must go with an Aktive setup. You must take into account the cost of the speakers, aktive cards and three (3) amps.
Passive bi-amping won´t make a big upgrade as going aktive,
but keep in mind the cost of three (3) amps and the aktive cards. I suggest a trip to a Linn dealer to see is the difference between passive and aktive will surpast the cost. Hope this helps, Hector.
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