Linn Basik

[ReckerTA]

I am in discussions with a gentleman about a Linn Basik turntable with an Akito tonearm, running a Linn K9 cartridge. He says the cartridge has minimal hours. He's asking $400.

That a good deal?

 

[Hose53]

There are definitely much more knowledgeable people here that can answer your question much better than I but if it is working properly and set up correctly that is a good price. I recently picked up an LP12 with a Linn Basik Plus tonearm and Grado Gold 1 cartridge. I really like it. I have done searches regarding tone arms and cartridges. Many have said the cartridge might be the first thing to look into. I have a DynaVector DV-20X I am gong to try first. I think the Akito is supposed to be better than the one I have but I would look for an Ittok for mine if I were going to upgrade first. As I said I am hardly knowledgeable like others here. Hopefully someone will get back to you. There is also a Linn forum here that you might want to research if you haven't already.
If that Linn were here with that price I would really be all over it! I think that is a good price but get some info from others regarding what to look for and make sure it works plays etc.

 

[Linnism]

The early Akitos, found on that model TT, tend to go out of spec over time (bearing issues). Audio Origami does a great job with Akitos, though that adds $. I recommend you invest a couple of hours at Linn's LP12 owner forum (includes advice on Linn arms) Good luck.