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Next-generation Klimax DSM is the best yet, applying decades of audio innovation and digital technology learnings. With its extreme engineering and breathtaking sound, Klimax DSM is the closest you’ll get to streaming audio perfection.
Designed from the ground up, Klimax DSM is housed in an exquisite precision-machined new enclosure, providing vital acoustic isolation along with visual and tactile luxury.
On the inside, the beating heart is the groundbreaking home-grown Linn Organik DAC, enabling our most natural sound ever.
Features Organik DAC, enabling our most natural sound ever Available in two variants: Audio for music source connection; AV with the addition of HDMI connectivity for movie sources Streams virtually any digital source over a standard network Supports formats up to 24-bit 384kHz with the addition of DSD256 Integrates seamlessly with TIDAL & Qobuz lossless streaming Plays Internet radio via TuneIn & Calm Radio Analogue, digital and wireless connectivity for performance and convenience HDMI 2.0 connections (4K compatible) including eARC for Smart TV connection - AV variant only New lowest distortion ADC gets the most from connected analogue sources Exakt Links for connection of Klimax LP12, Urika II, Exaktbox or integrated Exakt speakers Distortion-free digital volume control Surround Sound Processing available with upgrade - AV variant only Space Optimisation built-in (requires configuration by Linn Specialist)
Klimax DSM reproduces music to an unprecedented standard from any sound source
Light dances across this dynamic surface, constantly changing in response to its environment
New lowest distortion ADC gets the most from connected analogue sources
The dial is a badge of pride, a visible reflection of the attention to detail and incredible engineering that lies inside this extraordinary enclosure
Connect your movie sources to Klimax DSM for a truly immersive movie experience, in stereo or surround
A series of stainless-steel programmable smart buttons restore the physical, instantaneous connection between you and your music
From soundtracks and sound effects to dialogue, accurately reproduced sound brings the magic of movies to life
The beating heart of new Klimax DSM is the groundbreaking first ever all-Linn digital to analogue converter – Organik DAC, enabling Linn’s most natural sounding product ever
Each product is assembled by a highly skilled engineer, signing their name on it at the final stage as a mark of pride and quality
Next-generation Klimax DSM contains features and technology developed by our engineers across years of industry-leading research and development, including the groundbreaking new Organik DAC.
Designed without compromise and manufactured entirely in-house, the home-grown all-Linn Organik DAC combines FPGA processing with a discrete conversion stage, enabling us to precisely control and optimise every stage of the digital to analogue conversion process for the first time.
Learn moreHear the unique story of next-generation Klimax DSM directly from its creators.
Any music system risks being compromised by the shape of the room it lives in. Until now. Our pioneering Space Optimisation technology removes the unwanted distorting effects of your listening environment to reveal the true sound of the music.
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Until now, no speaker system has ever been able to synchronise all the elements that make up every note, including all the harmonics. Exakt ensures the perfect time alignment of every part of every note, so now you can enjoy the same sound that was recorded by the artist.
Learn moreThe closest you’ll get to streaming audio perfection.
Network music player and integrated pre-amplifier with inputs for additional digital and analogue sources
| Inputs | ||
| Toslink | x1 | |
| SPDIF | x2 (one configurable as an output) | |
| Balanced XLR | x1 | |
| RCA Phono | x2 pairs | |
| USB Type B | x1 | |
| HDMI (AV variant only) | x4 | |
| HDMI ARC / eARC (AV variant only) | x1 (via HDMI output) |
| Outputs | ||
| Balanced XLR | x1 pair | |
| RCA Phono | x1 pair | |
| HDMI (AV variant only) | x1 |
| Specification | |
| Audio Formats | FLAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, DSD (64/128/256), MP3, WMA (except lossless), AIFF, AAC, OGG |
| Resolution | Up to 24-bit 384 kHz |
| Integrated Services | TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Airplay, Roon, TuneIn, Calm Radio |
| HDMI Spec (AV variant only) | HDMI 2.0 - Supports: 4k resolution @ 60 Hz 4;4;4 HDCP 2;2; HDR; ARC; eARC; CEC |
| Ethernet | x1 |
| Optical Ethernet | x1 (SFP socket) |
| Exakt Link | x2 |
| WiFi | Yes (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes (4.2) |
| Construction | Machined from solid aluminium |
| Finish | Silver or Black anodised |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 350 mm |
| Height | 126 mm |
| Depth | 350 mm |
| Weight | 16.4 kg |
If you’re looking for the highest performance from a complete Linn system, opt for the new Klimax System Hub. The powerful pairing of Hub plus Klimax 350 speakers or Klimax Exaktbox, both with the new Organik DAC on-board, delivers a result that’s out of this world.
Learn moreAs well as our Klimax DSM, the Linn range also includes other high quality streaming systems designed to make perfection standard.
