Linn Linto Phono Stage Upgrade

Almost any Hi-Fi component can be upgraded to higher performance using our techniques and components. The two things go together – the know-how and the right component. Over the last 30 years, we have developed our knowledge of where the biggest problems lie and how to overcome them to unleash better performance from a given piece of equipment. Please note that the upgrades do not include the equipment itself, that's the bit you supply.


The excellent Linn Linto Phono Stage was described as a Direct Coupled Precision Phono Preamplifier. The ultimate source component for those who have and cherish a vinyl record collection! Launched in 1998 to mark and celebrate the Silver Anniversary of the LP12. The Linto couples the signal from the cartridge directly into the bases of the transistors rather than into resistors or loading networks. Linn maintains, these elements waste valuable signal power and generate more signal and noise than the cartridge.





The power supply is another area that can generate substantial amounts of noise in conventional designs. Rather than using a sizable transformer and multiple capacitors in the power supply, the Linto uses Linn's Brilliant Switch-mode Power Supply. This converts incoming power into high-voltage DC, then "chops it up at a high frequency" (to quote from the owner's manual) before routing it to a 30mm-square transformer. This transformer's output is converted back to "very smooth" DC voltage.

So.. perfect for an upgrade...


A big feature of our upgrade is replacing key components in the Brilliant power supply. Why? Because in our opinion, we feel that the Panasonic caps improve the overall musicality, compared to the originals.





Further additions include additional mains noise filtering in the form of our Silencer.


60 component upgrades/changes are made across the power supply and main phono stage circuit board.





We've used Russ's favoured audio grade Panasonic capacitors which give a smooth and detailed sound. The phono stage is completely disassembled to gain access to all the key areas of upgrade.






If you don't have exactly the same model as listed above, but a very similar unit, then it's highly likely that the same or similar upgrades will apply. But we can't guarantee that until we have the unit here for inspection. Get in touch and let us know what you have.






Equipment upgrades are proving hugely popular. During peak times there may be a wait of several weeks before we can carry out the upgrade. So before we get your equipment here, it must be booked in so we can ensure a speedy turnaround of the upgrade. Once you have placed your order, we will contact you to arrange a suitable week and getting the equipment here.

In Person
For those of you who are local enough or if you fancy a trip to the lakes, you can drop off your equipment personally and then collect it when it’s complete or we can ship it back to you.

By Courier
We can arrange a courier collection of your equipment for an additional cost. We currently use UPS.
To make things easier, we can offer several collection options.

1. We can arrange a specific day for the courier to call and collect your equipment. Someone will need to be available all day at the collection address as we’re unable to arrange a time slot for collections.

2. Dropping off at a UPS Access Point. UPS use a network of local shops to deliver and collect parcels from and to. We can either post you a collection label or email you the label (you will need to print the label at home/work). Securely box up your equipment, affix the collection label to the outside of the box and take it to your preferred Access Point where you will be issued a receipt. UPS Access Points can be found here (link opens in a new window), simply enter you postcode to find your nearest one.

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Please note this is just an upgrade modification, it does not include the Linn Linto.