{"product_id":"linn-kairn-pre-amplifier","title":"Linn Kairn Pre Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere we have a nice Linn Kairn preamplifier with built in MM\/MC phono stage. It is in good condition noting a few minor blemishes - please refer to photographs, and comes supplied in original factory packaging with remote control, power cable, plus our regular three month warranty.\u003cbr\u003e\nLinn Say….\u003cbr\u003e\nAchieving the best sound from a variety of sources depends on a flexible and well-designed preamplifier to capture and control the different signals.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nWith 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.)\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nKairn Technical Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nInputs:\u003cbr\u003e\nSensitivities for 0.7 V rms output at 1kHz maximum volume, output load 2 kilohms\u003cbr\u003e\nMinimum load on line outputs 1 kilohms total.\u003cbr\u003e\nMoving Magnet and Moving Coil Cartridges\u003cbr\u003e\nMM : Sensitivity – 2mV rms Load – 47 kilohms\/ 68pF; MC : Sensitivity – 130uV rms Load – 150 ohms\/4.7nF\u003cbr\u003e\nTuner\/CD\/Aux\/Tape Inputs\u003cbr\u003e\nSensitivity – 188mV rms Load – 24 kilohms\u003cbr\u003e\nOutputs:\u003cbr\u003e\nLine outputs\u003cbr\u003e\nMinimum load 1 kilohms.\u003cbr\u003e\nOutput impedance 100 ohms\u003cbr\u003e\nTape outputs\u003cbr\u003e\nTape output = auxiliary input level (unity gain) 1 kilohms output impedance.\u003cbr\u003e\nMinimum load 5 kilohms\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix Output\u003cbr\u003e\nFor 188mV rms output at 1 kHz, 100ohms output impedance.\u003cbr\u003e\nMinimum load 5 kilohms\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: 320 (W) x 326 (D) x 80 (H) mm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 4.3 kg\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"2ndhandhifi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50986435871061,"sku":"7732","price":635.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/1094\/5365\/files\/IMG_0698-scaled.jpg?v=1750870048","url":"https:\/\/2ndhandhifi.co.uk\/products\/linn-kairn-pre-amplifier","provider":"2ndhandhifi.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}