In my case, I prefer it by switching from the NAC 52, but I was wondering how it was possible that by increasing the passages in other electronics the signal improved… shouldn’t it be different… the fewer passages there are, the better the sound? I think it’s also the Linn philosophy.
Sorry then to not being able to read between the lines. I am just a rooster. 
Well, we always manage to have a debate!
Hally Christmas to you FR
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It’s the most important finally. Happy Christmas for you too.
I will send you a Santa gift, by courrier: a nice shiny shim for your RB3000. 
….and I shall send you a nice shim removal weapon!
Be well, Bon Noel…and to more discussions in ‘26.
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Good one 
As another classical listener, that’s interesting, but the very opposite of my experience. To my ears one of the strengths of the Linn is how adept it is at enabling you to hear right into complex classical pieces but without being over analytical and completely dissecting it — just like a live performance, in fact. I wonder if the difference lies partly in the rest of the chain. Very precise and stable imaging is one thing my active ATCs are particularly good at.
Roger
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What we don’t know is how Rega derive the bias setting markings on, for example, the RB3000. They are simply lines, not marked as, for example, g. The manual implies that they provide a bias force equivalent to a 2g tracking force.(It is a tracking FORCE as it is applied by a spring)
Yes, I have the LineOut (i.e. pre-amp or fixed output) module, using a Stereo Organik DAC module into a Norma IPA 140 (Italian) integrated - the amp is dual mono with 145wpc at 8ohm (a HyperNait?)
This setup gives me the flexibility to run the Selekt with variable output into the AV / power amp side(s) of the Norma via Studio Connections Black Star RCA
OR
to one of the Norma pre-amp inputs with fixed volume on the Selekt (usually via Linn Silver XLR)
Two different sound signatures of which the Norma preamp route is slightly warmer, and the Selekt pre-amp slightly better defined.
As with all component based systems, matching of power, network, interconnects, isolation, speakers and room are all part of the system.
I bought the Selekt Edition a year ago with Katalyst - which worked very well until I could put some funds aside and find an Organik module.
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I agree with this assessment, the Organik in particular, deals well with all genres of music and, depending on the rest of the system, can really bring the music alive with scale and and a great soundstage, with individual instruments being audible in different positions in the stage.
I have considered active or Activ however with recently upgraded/serviced cross-overs in my Serhan and Swift Mu2 standmounts that ‘need’ has faded, for now at least -
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I use dual Organik DACs, works brilliantly with all types of music. After all, music is music and the DAC has no idea what it is playing, so its character should be consistent accross all genres.
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@IDAK Thanks so much for your reply, I am sure I will go for Selekt Classic ( rather than edition in order to get the Organik) Organik stereo line out into NAP250DR. What interconnect do you use? I like the idea of being able to use the phono stage of the Selekt with my LP12 and also the digital inputs, I may even get a CD transport too
Thanks again
D
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Good choice.
I am just home demoing a NC250 with my Selekt Edition Stereo Organik.
Firstly using Linn Silver XLRs 1.2 metre interconnects which I already had. The system will evolve as it “burns in” so it’s best to start with low to mid-priced cables.
LinnSilvers are a good reference point to start with in any Linn-oriented system. Your Linn dealer should be able to make up a Y cable to take off from the Selekt to the single and unique XLR input on the 250DR.
For a deeper dive there is a thread on the Lejonklou forum regarding Linn interconnects and their versioning.
I will also try this Selekt/NC250 combination with my Studio Connections Black Star interconnects in the future.
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Thanks so much, please let me know how your demo goes
Thanks again
D
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Yes, you are right. I forgot that one when i wrote.
Given the wealth of combinations offered by the Selekt architecture, has anyone chosen between a Selekt DSM Classic with twin amp modules and twin Organik DAC’s and a Selekt DSM Edition with twin amp modules and twin standard DAC’s; ie between Organik DAC’s (Classic) and a better case (Edition)?
An underlying question would be not whether Organik DAC’s are superior to their standard counterparts but whether they are £7k 
superior? And does the Edition’s superior case really make that much difference over the Classic, particularly if the Classic were to be fitted with the Organik DAC’s?
Both configurations would be used to drive Kudos speakers in Exact Active mode.
I’m still a bit confused trying to cut the cloth to suit the purse….
ATB, J
I can’t speak with experience of these but I did discuss it with my dealer. His view was that the Edition case is better and you’d hear it but you’d have a make decision for yourself whether it is worth the extra outlay. The Katalyst dac is very very good but again the organic is the best. My view is that if I can find an ex-dem Edition dual Organic then that’s what I’d prefer but I’d be prepared to home dem a classic with stereo Katalyst to save some money.
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I chose another route. I wanted the Organik DAC and got in an upgraded older Klimax DS3. If you’re making a choice I would settle on the Organik DAC (it really is special) and then compare mono or stereo versions and classic v edition cases with a dealer if you are buying new.
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