LINN MAJIK-IP Integrated Amplifiers
LINN MAJIK-IP Integrated Amplifiers
USER REVIEWS
[Nov 21, 2015]
Krzysiek
AudioPhile
Kupilem ten niepozorny wzmacniacz za niewygorowana cene 1000 zl z IC ze srebra wiec w sumie nawet taniej. Uzywam go od roku. Na poczatku napedzal AE eagis one a obecnie z Linn Keilidh i kaflach glosnikowych Linn k600.
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[Feb 13, 2013]
giuliano
Casual Listener
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[Feb 23, 2010]
simonstudio
Audio Enthusiast
This integrated amp is kind of a blessing in disguise. It is a nice little integrated that will not wow you but grows on you gradually. It is detailed, has good micro dynamics and imaging. there is nothing too objectionable about it. However I found in my system it was just too bass shy for me. The good news is It does shine as a $500 (ebay) pre amp. The bass is hiding there in the pre amp circuitry but the power amp section is unable to deliver. Regard it as predominantly as a good pre amp and you perhaps will be happy that a power amp has been thrown in for occasional use.
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[Mar 03, 2005]
JohnNick72
Audio Enthusiast
This is a great little Integrated Amplifier (with a phono section). I am now just using the Majik IP as a pre-Amp for my all Linn Aktiv sytem, but initially I powered my older Linn Index speakers with the Majik's amp section and they sounded the best I have ever heard them. If you are looking to get into Linn for less, this is a great place to start. The amp is high quality and will drive all but the least efficient speakers to a high level of performance, and the pre-amp is great also. These units can be had 2nd hand for under $500 (US) and they will not disappoint! Similar Products Used: NAD 3225PE (my first HiFi Integrated Amp) |
[Oct 28, 2002]
mono
AudioPhile
Strength:
Sound quality is quite good for the price. Robust construction, excellent design and materials. Good remote control functionality. Matches very well with other Linn components. Modular design will permit upgrade to aktiv configurations or on board tuner/multi-room module. The upgrade path provides significant improvements in sound quality, but at a price. Comparatively, nothing comes close without spending a lot more money.
Weakness:
Perhaps a little shy in the bass extension. In my bi-amp configuration, the LK85 picks up where the Majik seems to drop off. I have been using my Majik-I for about 2 years and have been quite satisfied with its performance. When paired with a very high quality source, depth and clarity are excellent, soundstaging is great, and the overall listening experience is best described as a musical and faithful reproduction of the original material. The pre-amp unit is sonically translucent, not quite without some color, but listening is a genuine pleasure. Amplification is precise and controlled, although somewhat lacking in the low frequencies. Similar Products Used: Linn Ikemi CD player, Linn Ninka speakers, Linn LK85 amp. This system is configured bi-amp with Linn black interconnects and Linn speaker cable. I also have a Rotel RT2100 Tuner and a Nakamichi DR3 t |
[Jan 24, 2001]
Sam Goulding
Audiophile
Strength:
neutral, build quality, recording a channel not being listened to
Weakness:
cross-talk on phono channel, controls on the amp (not a problem as the remote is all you need) Have lived with this amp for many years and have never been disappointed with its performance. At the time of buying I compared this to an equivalent Naim amp (Nait 3? - it was a long time ago) and found it hard to decide which to take. In the end, it was down to the build quality and the remote control. |
[Oct 28, 2000]
Dragan
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Neutral, detailed, laid-back, very dependable, easy to use..
Weakness:
Jumper requires imediate replacement with AQ silver! Phono stage is SUPERB! I had Sistemdek IIX, with but the mid-quality of the turntable isn't a match for the Majik's phono stage. Eventualy, i will try Rega Planet 25 with the RB600 tone arm and some good Low otput MC cartridge! I will reapeat: The Majik is the most neutral and detailed Integrated amplifier in it's price range, period! You may prefere, more "colored" sound of the Audio Analogue Puccini Similar Products Used: Linn Karik CDP, Kimber PBJ, ACI Sapphire monitors, Linn k-400 bi-wire speaker cable, both CD and Majik upgraded with API ef 313 power cord! |