Linn Kairn Pre Amplifier

With apologies to anyone viewing this earlier in the week – it has been relisted because we cannot locate the remote originally included.

Here we have a Linn Kairn preamplifier that whilst appearing cosmetically good, is operationally defective. The front panel controls lock up within moments of the unit being powered up, and the only way to operate it is by remote control, but unfortunately we have since mislaid it – so NO REMOTE. It is therefore being sold as seen for spares or repairs only – no returns please.
Linn Say….
Achieving the best sound from a variety of sources depends on a flexible and well-designed preamplifier to capture and control the different signals.
The Kairn is a preamplifier designed to improve the sound of any domestic hi-fi or A/V System. It is a step forward in sound quality of ‘Lingo’ proportions. Its name, a Scottish word for a marker placed at the summit of a mountain reflects its performance – and not just with turntables. It is equally impressive with CD, Tuner, TV, or any other source.
The Kairn develops innovative ideas introduced with the LK1 pre-amp, including solid state switching (which avoids noise introduced by mechanical control) microprocessor control and remote-control operation.
With 7 source inputs the Kairn allows users to keep their options open for the future. The preamp is equipped to deal with distributed and multi-room systems, and the 3-line outputs avoid the need for special adapters with multi-amplifier systems. (A number of advanced user features are also incorporated which allow the owner to programme the Kairn to suit their personal preferences.)
The Kairn is designed to be operated principally by remote control and indeed the front panel controls are concealed by a door. The handset with dedicated buttons for all operations makes it extremely easy to use. The remote-control receiver in the pre-amp is very sensitive so the handset can control the Kairn from virtually anywhere in the room. This handset also controls the Linn Kremlin tuner, and as it uses the RC5 standard it will also control most European CD players.
The Linn Kairn represents a new generation in preamplifiers. Its deceptively simple aesthetics belie the sound performance it achieves, and the flexibility it offers. The pre-amp makes it easy to get the sound you want, and the handset makes it easier than ever to control.
Kairn Technical Information:
Inputs:
Sensitivities for 0.7 V rms output at 1kHz maximum volume, output load 2 kilohms
Minimum load on line outputs 1 kilohms total.
Moving Magnet and Moving Coil Cartridges
MM : Sensitivity – 2mV rms Load – 47 kilohms/ 68pF; MC : Sensitivity – 130uV rms Load – 150 ohms/4.7nF
Tuner/CD/Aux/Tape Inputs
Sensitivity – 188mV rms Load – 24 kilohms
Outputs:
Line outputs
Minimum load 1 kilohms.
Output impedance 100 ohms
Tape outputs
Tape output = auxiliary input level (unity gain) 1 kilohms output impedance.
Minimum load 5 kilohms
Matrix Output
For 188mV rms output at 1 kHz, 100ohms output impedance.
Minimum load 5 kilohms
Dimensions: 320 (W) x 326 (D) x 80 (H) mm
Weight: 4.3 kg