Linn Majik 150

[PeterAlligator]

There was always a lot of commentary on the appearance of new Linn products. I still remember the canvas of the fifth series, which was thought to resemble a fallen condom. Or the volume knob of the new Klimax….

Now I don't hear much negative about the appearance of the 150 and 119. That means, I think, that most people like them.
I liked the white ones and the walnut.

But the shape...

[PhotoMax]

The new 150s have some new tech developed from the 360s. A brand new speaker none of us have auditioned. None of us can accurately state the 150s are “this much better/worse than Speaker ABC…”

[PeterAlligator]

The new 150s have some new tech developed from the 360s. A brand new speaker none of us have auditioned. None of us can accurately state the 150s are “this much better/worse than Speaker ABC…”

Truth. No one will say that either.
But there will be no one who believes that a 150 will sound better than a 606

[arm]

Presumably the two cannot be compared when it comes to sound quality.

Anything can be compared however you do have to take the price into play for most speakers , The 606's are twice the price of the 150''s and 4 X compared to the M140s. There are few free lunches our there and you get what you pay for plus or minus 10%.

You can compare, but would it be fair?

[PhotoMax]

For what it is worth a guy on the Naim forum just spent four hours listening to the new 150s (along side other Linn speakers) and offered the following:

“… more dynamic punchy slightly brightly lit ,superb Bass…did I say SUPERB BASS…”

[timster]

For what it is worth a guy on the Naim forum just spent four hours listening to the new 150s (along side other Linn speakers) and offered the following:

“… more dynamic punchy slightly brightly lit ,superb Bass…did I say SUPERB BASS…”

Wow

[briardsrock]

The new 150s have some new tech developed from the 360s. A brand new speaker none of us have auditioned. None of us can accurately state the 150s are “this much better/worse than Speaker ABC…”

Truth. No one will say that either.
But there will be no one who believes that a 150 will sound better than a 606

@PeterAlligator
I don't understand what you are saying?


"Truth. No one will say that either.
But there will be no one who believes that a 150 will sound better than a 606"

[PeterAlligator]

The new 150s have some new tech developed from the 360s. A brand new speaker none of us have auditioned. None of us can accurately state the 150s are “this much better/worse than Speaker ABC…”

Truth. No one will say that either.
But there will be no one who believes that a 150 will sound better than a 606

@PeterAlligator
I don't understand what you are saying?


"Truth. No one will say that either.
But there will be no one who believes that a 150 will sound better than a 606"

I was refering to the sentence…

None of us can accurately state the 150s are “this much better/worse than Speaker ABC…”

"Truth. No one will say that either.

But on the other hand: no one will believe that the 150 will sound better than the 606.

(May sound a bit contradictory, but I think I understand what I'm saying.)

[Bianconero]

Chalk and cheese. Like for like would be 150s vs Super20s

The Super 20 are now at the end of production, the 150 are fresh just exit from oven. And the I remember there some thing you was'nt convince on Kudos S20... I think...that ...

[Billz]

I went from Keilidhs to Akudoriks (and a sub) and now thinking of going back to floor standers. The 150’s could be a good fit for me with my Selekt Edition and Organic DAC power amp. Going to get a demo at my dealers alongside a pair of ATC SMC40’s. Price-wise they are comparable. Not sure how easy the Selekt will drive the ATC’s but I am sure the Selekt will be fine with the 150’s. Either speaker could be a downgrade from what I already have, will have to wait and see.

Incidentally, why is this thread called Majik 150? I have not seen any reference to the 150’s being in the Majik range on any emails I have received from Linn or in any other promotional info.

[PhotoMax]

I think with the addition of the new power amps and the Selekt range the old Majik/Akurate/Klimax nomenclature is fading?

But you are right the new 150 speakers and not called Majik 150s. If you found the Akudoriks lacked bass then the 150s will be worth auditioning. One report I read said the bass is great with the 150s.

I hope to audition them this week or as soon as possible…

[Nestor Turton]

The new 150s have some new tech developed from the 360s. A brand new speaker none of us have auditioned. None of us can accurately state the 150s are “this much better/worse than Speaker ABC…”

Absolutely, there is no way I could say if the 150 was equal to, better or worse than my current speakers as I have not heard them. I would really need to hear them at home in my system to make any assessment.

And even if I did the home audition and declared the 150 was the best speaker I had heard would my personal view be of value to anyone else. I think the only way is hear for yourself,

That said, should I care whether I have the best, as long as I can enjoy the music isn’t that all that matters?

[timster]

Chalk and cheese. Like for like would be 150s vs Super20s

The Super 20 are now at the end of production, the 150 are fresh just exit from oven. And the I remember there some thing you was'nt convince on Kudos S20... I think...that ...

I was meaning that comparing the 150s with any of the Titans wasn't a fair comparison. The latter are isobaric for one thing.
And I most certainly was convinced by the Super20s. Love 'em.

[akamatsu]

Got a report on the 150s from a dealer yesterday. They were fronted by the new Selekt Classic with three Organik equipped stereo amps in Exakt configuration. Not an improvement on the Majik 140s, rather a complete departure. Lots more detail, refinement. The most impressive feature as reported was the bass, much more of it. Overall, he was very impressed.

[PhotoMax]

I hope to listen to them tomorrow…

[timster]

Got a report on the 150s from a dealer yesterday. They were fronted by the new Selekt Classic with three Organik equipped stereo amps in Exakt configuration. Not an improvement on the Majik 140s, rather a complete departure. Lots more detail, refinement. The most impressive feature as reported was the bass, much more of it. Overall, he was very impressed.

[akamatsu]

Read that the new speakers have the drivers mounted more like the 360s.

From Linn:

“Drive units are mounted at the front of the baffle with no grille to minimise occlusion and enhance excursion, drawing on insights from our flagship 360 loudspeakers.”

This should increase dispersion. I’m currently enjoying a Majik system with 109 speakers. I guess I’d gotten used to the superior dispersion and imaging of the 360s as it’s very much missing with the 109s. If the 150s provide some of this feature, they could be a game changer outperforming more expensive speakers.

[timster]

But you'd have to live in a cat and kid free house

[Moomintroll]

But you'd have to live in a cat and kid free house

[Nestor Turton]

But you'd have to live in a cat and kid free house

And that’s me that is

[papillon]

Got a report on the 150s from a dealer yesterday. They were fronted by the new Selekt Classic with three Organik equipped stereo amps in Exakt configuration. Not an improvement on the Majik 140s, rather a complete departure. Lots more detail, refinement. The most impressive feature as reported was the bass, much more of it. Overall, he was very impressed.

Good to read that
I’d like to know how they sound in passive mode too because exakted version is quite expensive with organic

[akamatsu]

Got a report on the 150s from a dealer yesterday. They were fronted by the new Selekt Classic with three Organik equipped stereo amps in Exakt configuration. Not an improvement on the Majik 140s, rather a complete departure. Lots more detail, refinement. The most impressive feature as reported was the bass, much more of it. Overall, he was very impressed.

Good to read that
I’d like to know how they sound in passive mode too because exakted version is quite expensive with organic

Apparently it sounded quite good as a $30k system should. I guess the Organik DACs do add up.

[Eldarboy]

I auditioned the 150s this past Saturday at Loud and Clear Audio in Glasgow: they are a clear winner. The crossover is much more precise than anything Linn have had previous to this in their entry level speakers.

[wildwildWes]

I'm going to visit my dealer next week to listen to the 150s, and I'll report back here.

[papillon]

I auditioned the 150s this past Saturday at Loud and Clear Audio in Glasgow: they are a clear winner. The crossover is much more precise than anything Linn have had previous to this in their entry level speakers.

With which system ?