Linn Karik CD + HiFi Rose – RS150B / RS180 Best Connection?

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#1

Hi everyone,

I have a vintage Linn Karik CD player and would like to know the best way to connect it to a HiFi Rose system RS150B or RS180 .

  • Is it better to connect the Karik digitally to the RS150B and use the Rose DAC, or use the Karik’s analog outputs to the RA180?
  • If digital is preferred, which input on the RS150B is optimal?
  • The Karik has legacy SPDIF outputs (BNC/RCA depending on version). What is the recommended connection and cable type:
    • BNC-to-RCA 75Ω coax?
    • RCA-to-RCA SPDIF?
    • Other?

Has anyone compared these options and found a clear winner?

Thanks!
Oren

#2

@Leizer

If you would like to use the DAC in the RS150B, we recommend connecting the Linn Karik to the RS150B via a digital S/PDIF connection.

  • If your Linn Karik has an RCA output, use a 75Ω RCA-to-RCA coaxial cable.
  • If your Linn Karik has a BNC output, use a 75Ω BNC-to-RCA digital cable or adapter.

Please connect it to the Coaxial Input on the RS150B.

However, sound quality can vary depending on your system configuration and personal preferences. We recommend trying both the Linn Karik’s analog output and the RS150B’s DAC via digital connection, then choosing the sound you prefer.

Thank you.