I have a pre cirkus LP12/Ittok and can vouch for the fact that it does not need constant fettling. I bought mine from Ebay 4 years ago, set it up as per internet advice and it has sounded amazing ever since. I have used 4 different cartridges and am currently using an AT33PTG. This outperforms my 2 CD players easily on most things including dynamics, presence and punch and i really do not feel the need to upgrade. I would say that if you like the Linns character then go for it. If you need something more neutral then it may not work for you. Good luck with whatever you choose.
pre-Cirkus LP12 or ClearAudio Performance CMB
Hi,
I am new to Vinyl and had been having great time with Linn Axis, but it's about time to move up. Have listened to my friend's pre-Cirkus, Vahalla, Ittok LVII -equipped LP12, so I know how it sounds like - easy Linn sound, which I like. It seems to me that, for the price of this configuration, perhaps a little bit more, I could get an used/demo Clearaudio Performance CMB, but I've not heard it. The major debate of LP-12 for me is hassles of constant calibration, and age of equipment (I am planing to keep either choice for the next 15+ yrs without major upgrade). Any suggestion is much appreciated.
I am new to Vinyl and had been having great time with Linn Axis, but it's about time to move up. Have listened to my friend's pre-Cirkus, Vahalla, Ittok LVII -equipped LP12, so I know how it sounds like - easy Linn sound, which I like. It seems to me that, for the price of this configuration, perhaps a little bit more, I could get an used/demo Clearaudio Performance CMB, but I've not heard it. The major debate of LP-12 for me is hassles of constant calibration, and age of equipment (I am planing to keep either choice for the next 15+ yrs without major upgrade). Any suggestion is much appreciated.