I use the Linn 12.45 sub. This sub is without issue with the new power supply (new internal amplifier module). The older (non-upgraded) had a VERY noisy fan that use to come on randomly. The Akurate sub is nice too. It is a bit tighter but one might argue "less sub" if that's a term! Also, I recall hearing issues about the driver hitting the front grill on the Akurate when palying VERY loud. The 12.45 is a large piece! It does use up some realestate! A new 12.45 from Linn should have the Chakra amplifier in it. I have not heard the rel.

cheers

ottawa_mtnman July 19, 2005 11:39

Thanks for your reply. The 242 in aktiv are truly great. I run a 12.45 sub and I end up with a very balanced system. Its hard to beat an Aktiv Linn speaker. I passive mode money is probably better spent elsewhere, in my opinion. I have not done A-B of Uni SC vs Ikemi in my system. I was just surprised that you have both and you would be the ideal person to do a well designed controlled experiment. Any reason why you still have the Ikemi?

ottawa_mtnman July 19, 2005 01:52

Nice setup! Can you post pics?
Can you comment on Ikemi vs Unidisk SC on CD? Have you tried (wouln't be too hard to do) comparing the two blinded say by doing a series of 10 or so random switch by someone else and see if the two are really different as many pretend?

ottawa_mtnman July 18, 2005 14:03