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alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design. The reliability is also mentioned favorably, but many are negative about the price.
reliability, design
price
Consumer review (audioreview.com)
The Linn Espeks replaced a pair of Martin Logan Sequel IIs that had been in my system for about 12 years. I really, really liked the Martin Logans, but a major remodel of my listening room into a listening room/home office rendered them unuseable. I...
Fit and finishWell integrated driversSolid basesmooth highseasy to place
Nothing worth mentioning (other than the fact that Linn products are getting really expensive)
Consumer review (audioreview.com)
I don't consider myself an "audiofile" (I use the word enthusiast), but the new Linn Espeks make me want to be! I listened to ALOT of speakers before purchasing these (with a set of Katans for rear surround and a 5120 center). I thought I had my mind...
Very revealing and detailed, but warm not bright or forward (like a good jazz club!). Shows strengths (or weaknesses) of your front end. Exceptional bass extension and detail. Ability to go Active! (this is a huge incintive and upgrade) or even...
Shows strengths (or weaknesses) of your front end. Makes cable choices more important
Consumer review (audioreview.com)
They are much better than the 5140's. Smoother top end and mid, stronger bass and better imaging. The differences arenot subtle. CD's that sounded poor on the 5140's, sound good on the Espek's. I always blamed the recording. I was wrong. ....well, the...
Sound great
Not a weakness but they seem to be just a hair less efficient than the 5140's, just a hair. Not enough to make any difference in amplifier decisions
Consumer review (audioreview.com)
Upgraded from 5140s and run active. Substantial improvement over 5140s, espcially in bass which is faster and far more solid. New fabric tweeter better than old ceramic job; smoother and far more resolving. Merits of old 5140 were debatable based on...
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