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KDSM upgraded,what can be done with the old P.C.B

wonky1969

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Hi all,

I recently upgraded my KDSM 1 to organik dac,and very happy with it.
When I went to collect it from the Linn dealer,they gave me the old p.c.b back.
My question is,can I make use of it,say renew style?
Does anyone know anyone that could help me with this?
As i have a need for a dsm in my second system,and my old kdsm would do nicely.
Also seems a shame to waste a perfectly functional board,when I have a use for it.
Any pointers would be much appreciated.
 

peter@57m

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Very surprised that you got the board back as I am sure these should go back to Linn.
However, I don't believe you can do anything with it as Linn will have it marked as replaced by Organik. Linn software checks the board serial when you connect and I am almost certain that it will not work if used in a Renew or other case
 

wonky1969

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that's a shame,not very green minded of Linn,more of Earth's precious limited resources being sent to landfill,all because Linn doesn't want to offer the renew option anymore.
Poor show Linn.
 

Moomintroll

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I don’t think I’ve seen any evidence that Linn send these to landfill, rather than having them recycled responsibly. I wouldn’t want your post to be construed as libellous ( before the mods beat me to it)
https://www.linn.co.uk/uk/environmental-policy

As your dealer passed it on to you instead of returning to Linn, the onus for disposal now falls to you, unfortunately.

In terms of re-use in a “Renew” scenario, I believe that @peter@57m is correct.

You could always mount it in a box frame, it would make a nice piece of artwork.

’troll
 
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