{"product_id":"linn-343-pwab-loudspeakers","title":"Linn 343 Passive with Active Bass (PWAB) Loudspeaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLinn 343 Passive with Active Bass combines external amplification with Pistonik bass control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Linn 343 Passive with Active Bass brings the cabinet, drive-unit architecture and Pistonik bass technology of Linn’s compact reference loudspeaker into a system designed around external amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper-bass, midrange and tweeter array are driven by separate amplification, while the lower-frequency system remains active within the loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a flexible route into 343 for listeners who want to integrate Linn’s latest loudspeaker architecture with compatible external amplification while retaining dedicated electronic control of the bass system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rococo-editorial-eyebrow\"\u003ePistonik where it matters most\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActive bass designed as part of the loudspeaker from the outset\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e343 is Linn’s first loudspeaker designed around Pistonik from the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts lower-frequency architecture combines a 190 mm Pistonik upper-bass driver with a down-firing 220 mm Pistonik lower-bass driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the PWAB configuration, the bass system uses Power DAC architecture and Pistonik motor technology, with Utopik supplying the active bass electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the lower frequencies to retain dedicated electronic control while the 343 array is powered by external amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rococo-editorial-eyebrow\"\u003eReference performance with system flexibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA 343 for externally amplified Linn systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PWAB model is designed for systems where the owner wants greater flexibility around external amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts three-way analogue passive crossover handles the upper-frequency array during conventional operation, while the active bass system remains electronically controlled within the loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a fully Exakt configuration, the PWAB model can be used with a compatible Exaktbox and six channels of amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rococo-editorial-eyebrow\"\u003ePowered bass architecture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower DAC and Utopik dedicated to the lower frequencies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active bass section combines Linn Power DAC architecture with Pistonik motor technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated Utopik power supply supports the bass electronics within the loudspeaker, allowing the lower-frequency system to remain tightly controlled independently of the external amplifiers driving the 343 array.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hybrid architecture is what defines the Passive with Active Bass configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"rococo-premium-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rococo-editorial-eyebrow\"\u003eFour-way architecture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecialised drive units throughout the frequency range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 19 mm thin-ply woven carbon dome tweeter handles the highest frequencies, accompanied by a 64 mm thin-ply woven carbon dome midrange driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 190 mm aluminium diaphragm Pistonik driver covers upper-bass duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lowest frequencies are reproduced by a down-firing 220 mm aluminium diaphragm Pistonik driver positioned close to the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"rococo-premium-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rococo-editorial-eyebrow\"\u003eConnection flexibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePassive, active bass and Exakt connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Linn 343 PWAB provides three pairs of binding posts for the externally amplified array together with an XLR connection for the active bass section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Exakt Link connection is also provided for compatible external Exakt operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes PWAB suitable for a broader range of Linn system architectures while retaining the core acoustic design of the 343 platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"rococo-premium-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rococo-editorial-eyebrow\"\u003eConfigured for the room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpace Optimisation with a compatible Linn DSM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used with a compatible Linn DSM, 343 PWAB can form part of a Space Optimisation configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Exakt operation, the loudspeakers can be used with a compatible Exaktbox and external amplification, bringing Linn’s digital crossover architecture into the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can specify the appropriate configuration around the source, amplification, room and listening requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"rococo-premium-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rococo-editorial-eyebrow\"\u003eSix launch finishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose from three Linn finish collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Glasgow Collection includes Clyde Built, Single Malt and Linn Heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Signature Collection offers Triton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic Collection includes Piano Black and Alpine White.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 343 array trim is supplied in Black across all finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Linn","offers":[{"title":"Linn 343 PWAB Loudspeaker (Black Trim) - Piano Black","offer_id":59194050216268,"sku":"LINN360PWABPBB","price":37500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Linn 343 PWAB 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