Naim amps with Linn Ninkas?

Been using Keilidhs in my office for a few years now. To my ears, they boogie like Kans, sound more integrated than Isobariks, and aren’t slightly stand off’ish like Kabers.

However, they lack openness and sound a bit like there’s a thin blanket over them, which I get used to but thought I might find something better. They already have the final gen tweeter.

Currently trying my Katans as a taster and they’re certainly more open and tuneful. Timing and groove aren’t quite as good but I wonder if the closed-box Ninka design might bridge the gap.

Anyone heard passive Ninkas with Naim amps? I’m using a 12/160. I’ve also owned M140s and, whilst I enjoyed them, don’t really want to go back there - not a huge M109 / 3K array fan.

Whilst Tukans would fix the balance, they’re too bass-light for this room.

It’s been a while since I’ve owned the Ninka. Quite a remarkable speaker which can be placed close to a near wall. Easy to convert from passive to aktive which is also quite a step up …

Not as good as a pair of Kabers IMHO

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I wonder if the preamp is letting you down? The Naim NAC 12 is a lovely piece of audio history. I compared one to a 42 and it seemed very thin indeed.

Thanks for the suggestion Adrian.

The 12 balances out really well with the overly warm bolt down 160. I did try using 42/42.5/32/32.5/62/72 instead. The 72 also works really well and I’ve still got that but the musical meaning/synergy is not quite as strong as with the 12, although clarity/timing are better on the 72.

V interesting. I still think a 250 and Linn Isobariks is the truest marriage of hifi products…

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Yeah, that’s a classic combo. Briks still sound amazing today except the sound from the drive units doesn’t blend as well as more modern speakers.

I have Ninkas with my Supernait 3 and really like them. I was tempted to audition the 140’s but I’m not sure they’ll sound better, just different.

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Thanks Toby.