Linn Klimax LP12
High-end turntables · 2007–present In production
$30,968 US reference price
The fully-loaded Sondek LP12: Radikal DC motor and power supply, Karousel bearing, Keel sub-chassis and the Ekstatik cartridge. The ultimate expression of a 50-year-old design.
A half-century of continuous refinement in one deck.
Checked against the manufacturer’s site: 2026-07
Good to know
- No built-in phono stage — use an amplifier with a phono input or add a separate phono preamplifier.
- Professional setup of tracking force, alignment, azimuth and arm height is worth budgeting for at this level.
Specifications
| Drive | belt drive |
|---|---|
| Speeds | 33/45 rpm |
| Operation | manual |
| Cartridge included | Ekstatik MC |
| Built-in phono stage | No |
| USB output | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Platter | aluminium |
| Tonearm | Linn Arko / SME |
| Dimensions | 445 x 140 x 356 mm (W x H x D) |
| Finishes | Oak, Cherry, Black Ash, Rosenut, Walnut (smooth or fluted); Piano Black; Alpine White; custom colour-match to any RAL standard colour in high-gloss, satin or metallic finish; built to order |
| Warranty | 5 years parts & labour (UK); phono cartridges limited to 1 year |
| Years | 2007–present |
Cartridge and replacement stylus
Factory cartridge: Linn Ekstatik.
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| Retailer | Type | Shipping | Product search |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverb | used marketplace | Shipping set per seller; many listings ship free within the US. | View at Reverb ↗ |
| eBay | marketplace | Shipping set per seller; many listings ship free within the US. | View at eBay ↗ |
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