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

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