Kairn
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About the Kairn
The Linn Kairn is a solid-state stereo preamplifier that offers seven input sources, including dedicated phono inputs for both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges, as well as tuner, CD, auxiliary, and two tape inputs. It features three line outputs for multi-amplifier setups, a matrix output for distributed audio systems, and comprehensive remote control functionality. The Kairn is known for its transparent, musical sound, excellent phono stage performance, and advanced user-programmable features such as source level equalization and mono/stereo per-input settings. Its minimalist design hides front-panel controls behind a door, emphasizing remote operation.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Impedance
- 100Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 320 × 80 × 326 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 4.3 kg (9 lbs)
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