Linn Klimax DSM Hub Digital Music Player

Description

Engineered to preserve every last musical detail, the Klimax System Hub player gives you access to networked music in the highest quality possible, from Studio Master downloads to streaming services and internet radio. Machined from a solid billet of aluminium, its clamshell design provides the best possible mechanical and electrical isolation for the boards inside, protecting the delicate audio signal. Even your turntable will sound better than ever, connected to one of its nine inputs.

Perfect streaming to your speakers

Featuring Linn's streaming technology and a range of inputs to connect anything in your living room, every musical performance is perfectly transmitted to the speakers using Linn's Exakt Link lossless connection.

Klimax System Hub is designed for use in a Linn system with Exakt technology and is the perfect choice for those seeking an all-Linn performance solution from the outset.

Features

The Linn Klimax DSM System Hub combines a network music player and preamplifier in one sophisticated component, bringing high-quality music streaming and versatile system connectivity together. It supports high-resolution PCM audio up to 24-bit/384 kHz and DSD256 (Quad-DSD), allowing compatible music libraries to be enjoyed in high resolution. With 12 analogue and digital inputs, it provides flexible connectivity for a wide range of external audio and entertainment devices.

Patented Exakt Link connections enable digital, lossless integration with compatible Linn components, including the Urika II phono preamplifier, Exaktbox crossovers and power amplifiers, and active Exakt loudspeakers. Its HDMI 2.0 connectivity supports 4K UHD video, eARC, HDCP 2.2, and HDR, making it suitable for integrated music and home entertainment systems. Users can enjoy music from local libraries, internet radio, online streaming services, USB media, and compatible network sources. Support for Qobuz, Tidal, Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, Roon, and Spotify Connect provides a variety of listening options, with streaming quality depending on the service, subscription, and available recording.

Linn Space Optimisation room correction helps adapt system performance to the listening room and loudspeaker setup, taking room characteristics into account during configuration. The Klimax DSM System Hub is designed with hardware and software updatability to support future features and technologies where available. Its solid aluminium enclosure and anti-vibration feet complement its precision engineering, while the elegant Black and Silver finishes offer a choice to suit different interiors. Handmade in Glasgow, UK, the system hub is supplied with a five-year warranty.