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Next-generation Klimax DSM is the best yet.

The epitome of extreme engineering, every element has been designed from first principles, inside and out, applying decades of Linn’s unique audio innovation and digital technology expertise.

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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

Technology

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.

Organik DAC: the beating heart of Klimax DSM

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.

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The Making of Next-generation Klimax DSM

Hear the unique story of next-generation Klimax DSM directly from its creators.

Your space. The final frontier.

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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Exakt

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.

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Powered by Utopik

Utopik describes the all-new generation of exceptionally efficient and highly responsive Linn power supplies. Featuring intelligent Valley Switching, Power Factor Correction, and with precision-regulated power rails – these power supplies are our cleanest and best yet.

Utopik is available as an upgrade for many of our legacy and current product range. Find a retailer to discuss your options.

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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.

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Next-generation Klimax DSM

Key features

  • 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
  • Space Optimisation built-in (requires configuration by Linn Specialist)
  • Surround Sound Processing available with upgrade - AV variant only

Next-generation Klimax DSM

The closest you’ll get to streaming audio perfection.


Technical Specifications

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
Power Supply Utopik
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

Klimax System

If unrivalled performance from a complete Linn system is what you seek, choose Klimax DSM: System Hub.

The impactful ensemble of System Hub plus a pair of Linn’s flagship 360 loudspeakers and/or Klimax Exaktbox, featuring our reference Organik DAC architecture, delivers a result that's out of this world.

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