Linn Hi-Fi & LP12 Turntables
Linn is a Scottish manufacturer of high-end audio equipment founded in 1973 by Ivor Tiefenbrun. The company is known for its innovative products, commitment to quality, and network music players. Linn Music Systems are used by audiophiles and music lovers around the world. Makers of the iconic Sondek LP12 Turntable.
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Linn Sondek LP12 Complete Turntables
Revive your Linn LP12 with our expert service.
Our technician, Alan Williams, has over 20 years of experience and will restore your turntable to peak performance. We offer a comprehensive rebuild, including new parts and meticulous setup.
From £249
Linn Tonearms
Linn Cartridges
Linn LP12 Turntable Plinths
Soundstage Hi-Fi visits the Linn Factory, Glasgow
Dean headed to Glasgow for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the precision & passion that goes into a Linn music system. He got up close to the hand assembly and high-quality testing that make them one of the finest hi-fi manufacturers in the world. He also had the pleasure of chatting with Linn founder and creator of the iconic LP12 Turntable, Ivor Tiefenbrun MBE, about their shared love of vinyl.
Linn LP12 Sub-Chassis
Linn LP12 Baseboards
Linn LP12 Phonostages
Linn LP12 Power Supply
Linn LP12 Accessories
Linn All-in-One Players
Linn Amplifiers
Linn Loudspeakers
Linn FAQs
Linn Sondek LP12 Turntable
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The LP12 is built as a modular turntable, so every level shares the same core design philosophy. As you move up through Majik, Selekt, and Klimax, the component quality improves: the sub-chassis, tonearm, cartridge, phono stage, and power supply are upgraded piece by piece. The result is a progressively quieter, more detailed and more dynamic sound at each level, without ever changing what an LP12 fundamentally is.
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Yes, and this is one of the LP12’s biggest strengths. Because it’s built as a modular platform, you can swap out individual components over time as your budget allows, rather than buying your way into the top tier from day one. Many of our customers build their system up gradually this way. We have a Linn expert, Alan, who can install the upgrades and service your current LP12 at our shop in North London.
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Genuinely, yes. Each level, and individual upgrade brings audible improvements in detail, timing and the quietness of the background. That said, the right starting point depends on your ears, your room and your budget, which is exactly why we’d always recommend a demo in our listening room or at your home before deciding.
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It depends on the configuration. Some LP12 setups include a built-in phonostage (like the Urika II, fitted inside the turntable), while others need an external one. We can talk through what your specific setup needs. Give Dean a call on: 020 8440 9509
Linn LP12 Turntable vs Linn DSM
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Plenty of our customers run both analogue and digital side by side: an LP12 for vinyl and a DSM for streaming and digital sources, through the same amplifier and loudspeakers. We believe that there’s no need to choose one system over the other; both have their benefits!
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Absolutely, that’s a very common setup. The Linn DSM handles streaming and digital sources, while the LP12 handles vinyl, and both can share the same amplification and speakers. Get in touch if you’d like to experience a full Linn Music System.
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Not at all. Plenty of people who love streaming also love the ritual and sound of vinyl, and an LP12 works well as part of a wider hi-fi system rather than a replacement for everything else.
Linn Trade-In & Upgrades
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Bring it in, and we’ll take a look. Condition obviously affects the valuation, but it doesn’t need to be pristine to be worth something toward an upgrade.
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We welcome trade-ins from other brands as well as Linn, so you don’t need to already own Linn equipment to take advantage of the offer.
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It depends on the model, age and condition of your current system. The best way to get an accurate figure is to bring it in, or get in touch with details and photos, and we’ll give you a proper valuation.
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No strict minimum; we’d rather have the conversation and see what you’ve got. Get in touch, and we can talk through what you’re working with.
Linn Demos at Soundstage Hi-Fi
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We are appointment-only, so please get in touch first. We need to make sure the system you want to hear is set up and ready, and that Dean is free to spend proper time with you. dean@soundstagehifi.co.uk
You can listen to one Linn component or a full Linn Music System.
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Definitely! Hearing music you know well is the best way to judge a system, plus we’re always excited to listen to customers' favourite tunes. It’s why we love what we do.
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We have a parking space behind the shop on Cockfosters Rd, so let us know if you are driving. We are only a 5-minute walk from Cockfosters Tube Station on the Piccadilly line.
The Linn Majik LP12 Complete Turntable is a fully configured, high-performance vinyl system built to deliver precise timing, rich musical detail, and long-term upgrade flexibility. Combining proven LP12 engineering with carefully matched components, it offers an engaging, balanced analogue sound and a solid foundation for serious record listening straight out of the box.
Call us: 020 8440 9509 to book a demo of the Linn Majik LP12.
Category Turntable
Country UK
Manufacturer Linn