The system we have built is fantastic, I just love listening to it...
The 340 is fantastic and whilst the deck has a way to go (in the terms of upgrades) it sounds superb as it is.
Your service over the years has been fantastic and I have really appreciated it.
Sondek LP12, MOON by Simaudio 340i, ProAc D30R speakers
Paul, May 2025
I'm a little surprised at how musical the cartridge is!
A bit of feedback after the Karousel and Dynavector Cartridge update to my LP12.
🙂 they've worked very well, though I could tell were a bit limited by the Akurate DSM phono stage, but still very good, and have been running in very well.
The Linto (...) and that is now working very well fed by the Dynavector.
Just letting it run in, though I'm a little surprised at how musical the cartridge is, and does all the usual hi-fi things, instrument separation, precise stereo imaging, bass extension, etc
Thanks for the turntable update and advice.
Sondek LP12, Karousel, Dynavector cart
Roger, May 2025
Great family time – vinyl rules OK😂😂!!
Sounds brilliant - the vocal positioning, instrumental clarity and (sorry for the cliché) musicality are just great.
The whole family is blown away by it too - trying loads of different albums. Great family time.
I think it will only get better with time once it’s run in.
Thanks very much for sorting this out. Another childhood dream sorted – and I am still going to keep that copy of What HiFi from July 1986.
Linn Majik LP12, fluted walnut
Andy, Mar 2025
Rob is a real pro.
I bought a pristine pair of Neat SX3s at a very fair price. They arrived in the States in less than a week!
Sadly, proper hifi shops like these are becoming an endangered species across the pond. The good people of NW England are lucky to have this place. Thank you Rob!
Neat Motive SX3s
Mike, Mar 2025
First of all can I say don't be put off by hi end prices walk through the door and not only will you get a warm, friendly welcome and a coffee but a range of equipment that suits all pockets.
I am not an audiophile and totally useless technically and have a limited budget but can honestly say you will get the same level of excellent service whether you're spending £50 or £50k.
I have purchased new entry level products by Naim and ex demo / second hand products by Linn. Before every purchase I have been allowed to take products home and trial them for several weeks under no obligation to purchase followed by full technical support after purchase.
The other excellent service provided is that if you should have a problem with any component an alternative is provided while your equipment is being serviced - no loss of music!!!
The final thing I can recommend is the specialist knowledge in regard to the LP12 I inherited a 70s model that was upgraded and restored at a very reasonable cost. If you live local don't look elsewhere if you're travelling these blokes are well worth the cost of a tank of fuel - as I say excellent ranges of equipment and nice guys.
Linn Majik DSM and 109s
Chris, Mar 2025
Friendly and helpful staff who are very knowledgeable on all things Hi-fi.
Rob is a Linn and Naim dealership but good range of other brands also.
I've been buying Hi Fi products from Rob shop for many years now and he is very reliable and provides excellent service.
Recently upgraded my system and I'm extremely happy with the resulting setup. Great service.
Thanks
Linn Selekt DSM, Radikal LP12 with Dynavector 20XL, Melco N50
Richard, Mar 2025
The best hifi shop in the North West, bar none!!!
Rob and his team provide an A1 exceptional service - and are always a joy to deal with.
They are all clearly experts in their field and provide sound advice in a friendly and warm manner - I cannot recommend them enough.
I recently took my Amp in with a minor problem - the matter was sorted quickly and efficiently, as always - including the offer of a loan amp replacement whilst it was sorted.
The best hifi shop in the North West, bar none!!!
Rega amplifier repair
John, Feb 2025
Brilliant service as always.
Have purchased various bits of Naim kit from Rob, When I decided to buy a Linn LP12 it was obvious to go with these guys.
A few upgrades later and couldn't be happier.
Linn Sondek LP12, Radikal power supply
Damien, Feb 2025
My "go to" shop for anything Hi-Fi for nearly twenty years.
The guys are knowledgeable and friendly and big music fans too, which is kind of the point of Hi-Fi for me. They've helped me build a system I'm really happy with.
They'll never pressure you into buying and they'll go the extra mile to make sure you're happy if you do decide to buy.
Can't recommend them highly enough.
Dynavector TKR cartridge
Steven, Feb 2025
If you need help on your hi-fi journey look no further, highly recommended.
Excellent knowledge from the chaps here, they have looked after me and my hi-fi journey for the last 20 years.
If you need help on your hi-fi journey look no further, highly recommended.
Speaker platforms
Gary, Feb 2025
It was as if my ears had been syringed... so much has become audible.
I quickly wanted to update you about my LP12 and phono-stage, which you expertly updated for me a few weeks back.
I've been religiously running it in as instructed. It's been excellent right from the start and an instant improvement. Today, however, it was as if another door had been opened. I popped on my new Pat Metheny album, and it was as if my ears had been syringed. Pat is a jazz guitarist, as you know, and so much has become audible: brushes on the snares, fingers moving on strings, and intakes of breath.
Seriously, I wouldn't have believed it, and you know I’m pretty sceptical about hifi ‘magic’ 😂
Thanks very much gents, brilliant work.
LP12 upgrades - Majik to Radikal power supply with Arko tonearm, Krystal cartridge and Lejonklou Entity phono stage
Bob, Nov 2024
Just can't believe the difference it makes.
Over the moon with mine Rob. Thanks for going the extra mile to get me one.
Just can't believe the difference it makes over normal wet cleaning. I've had a couple of really noisy albums become almost silent.
What surprised me most though is the improvement in imagery and space around the instruments. Equally as good as a box upgrade.
Degritter MARKII Record Cleaning Machine
Steve, Mar 2023
Definitely a positive experience purchasing from Adventures in Hi-fi.
The guys there have a wealth of knowledge and experience but importantly there is no pressure selling. The demo was relaxed and we were not pushed in any particular direction but given advice and opinions.
The installation was done with care and attention to detail, not rushed in any way. Very happy with the end result, the system sounds incredible. I'm happy to recommend adventures in Hi-fi to fellow enthusiasts.
Selekt DSM Edition Hub with dual mono Organik DACs, Majik LP12 MC with Lingo 4, ATC SCM40A active speakers
Kal, Dec 2022
The very best I have ever heard music!!
I’d like to thank Rob and the team for their patience over the last 5 years of upgrades.
After a few false starts my Linn Akurate Katalyst DSM and active ATC SCM50s are the very best I have ever heard music!!
ATC SCM50A active loudspeakers with Michelle turntable and Akurate Katalyst DSM
Anon, Sept 2022
Linn Karousel bearing - WOW!
Re. the Karousel, I noticed a difference after an estimated 8 hours of running in, after 29 hours - WOW!
Linn Sondek LP12 with new Karousel bearing kit
Gavin, August 2022
Best value for money upgrade.
The Silent Angel has to be the best value for money upgrade I've ever made.
Silent Angel N8 network switch & F1 power supply
John, March 2022
Absolutely delighted with my whole new system.
Many thanks to this expert team who gave guidance and support throughout. I'm thoroughly enjoying the new set up - every music I own now needs re-listening-to!
The service was never pushy or brand-focused but rather impartial and bang up to date with current products. This team really know their stuff and I wouldn't hesitate to return.
Linn Majik LP12, Akurate DSM, MOON 330A power amp, ProAc D20 loudspeakers
Jason, Jan 2022
Just wanted to thank you again for the advice and the work you did on my LP12.
As expected, everything sounds so much more detailed, open and surefooted, in a very musical and enjoyable way. The Karousel and Lingo 4 have brought so much to the system. It's a very dramatic, but very well balanced change.
Phil has done a fantastic job of setting it all up too. It's massively appreciated. Thank you!
LP12 - Karousel and Lingo 4 upgrade
Ian, Jan 2022
Totally transformed my very old LP12.
Worked within budget using new and second hand parts the sound improvement is awesome as is the level of expertise and guidance. Really happy with my ‘new’ deck!
Sondek LP12
Matthew, Dec 2021
The Sugden - Harbeth combination is just amazing!
In the study I now have tunes, timing and just music. What a combination. And with the Linn Sondek and Akurate feeding the system, I am not sure just where all the goodness is coming from.
Thanks for the direction into this system.
Sugden Masterclass integrated amp, Harbeth P3 anniversary edition speakers, Linn Akurate Katalyst DS & Linn LP12 turntable
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect [from the LP12 Karousel] given that I didn’t think the deck was lacking in any area.
But this new bearing really has moved things on to an even higher level. The silence between tracks is astounding and the sound has grown in scale too. It really drives the music along. The only down side for me is that I’ll need a second one for my other deck now!
LP12 Karousel
Nick, Aug 2020
Rob and Phil have been consummate experts assisting me in upgrading my system.
I'm now a Linn convert. The combination of Rob's love of music and Phil's engineering knowledge (not to mention a wealth of Hi-fi experience) ensured that I got the very best service and value for money.
Never pushy but always allowing me to make informed choices based on what I heard during relaxed demos. The experience was a total pleasure. Thanks, guys.
Linn Majik LP12, Radikal power supply upgrade
Robert, Aug 2020
I upgraded from a Cirkus to Karousel and the improvement is remarkable.
The amount of detail resolved by the deck has increased dramatically, instruments are much easier to pick out and the soundstage is superb. To put it simply, the deck is more “musical”. I have been digging through my LP collection and virtually rediscovering old albums, to the point of since getting my deck home I have not used my CD player (which is excellent) once.
In sum, I am totally convinced and delighted with the improvements made by the Karousel and would recommend it wholeheartedly. Thanks for recommending it to me.
LP12 Karousel
Paul, Jul 2020
Getting a new Radikal power supply to replace the Lingo 4 and have the Karousel bearing thrown in was a deal not to be turned down!
And the benefits? Well, it's all there - the ability to 'listen into' the music, the timing(!) all up several notches. But the most amazing revelation was a box set of Madame Butterfly from Barbirolli, 1967. I bought this second hand and thought the record worn because of hearing some 'distortion' at passages that peaked. Guess what? All gone. How's that? Amazing.
The combination, to use a well-worn expression, has just renewed my entire record collection. Thanks!
Linn Radikal psu and Karousel for LP12
What Adventures In Hi-Fi don't know about Hi-fi equipment probably isn't worth knowing!
Rob looked after me and his in depth knowledge, honest, non-pushy advice was of great help. I upgraded my speakers to the Spendor D7.2 which are a beautiful speaker and make me now question why I didn't upgrade years ago. Thanks again Rob!!!
Spendor D7.2 loudspeakers
Mark, Jun 2020
The best LP12 set up team that I've ever experienced over the last 30 years.
A team of music lovers who provide honest and impartial professional advice on the best way to enjoy your music. High class HiFi at great prices, technically knowledgeable, superb service and the best LP12 set up team that I've ever experienced over the last 30 years.
Sondek LP12
Mike, 2018