Linn DS Multiroom is based on open standards, which means you're building on a network topology which is open, reliable and sustainable. At Linn we're passionate about being open: using open standards and protocols, holding open discussions, building open-source software and allowing our products to work with as many third-party products and services as possible.We believe in making the best use of the best solutions already available, like TCP/IP and UPnP, rather than spending time re-inventing the wheel with our own proprietary solutions. This allows us to spend the time on what we do best (making music) and ensures that our customers are free to choose the 'best-in-breed' products available, without being tied to a limited set of components from one manufacturer. It means there is no vendor lock-in and that customers are confident that they are free to access and play their music in perpetuity.
We believe in specialism. By this we mean that specialist products specified and installed by specialist retailers are going to produce more reliable and better quality solutions. This applies to network components as much as hi-fi components; a network which includes a separate router, dedicated switch and an enterprise-grade WAP is going to provide a more robust and higher performing backbone than an all-in-one combined router/switch/wireless device given away free with a home broadband connection.
In addition, using separate dedicated components to perform one specific task well allows greater scope for expansion and future-proofing. The world of computing and networking can move quickly and any hi-fi component that attempts to integrate these components within the hi-fi device itself can quickly become out-of-date as standards change and technologies improve. By separating out these specialist functions, Linn customers are happy that their DS player is the best at converting a digital stream into great audio and that Linn will be able to support their network with the best products available at any time.
> Introduction to Linn's Custom Solutions
> Sekrit Range for Custom Installation
> Integrating Klimax, Akurate and Majik
> Linn DS Multiroom and Knekt
