After a whole day listening, I've got to admit I think the h120 maybe a very poor match for the Linton's. Both too relaxed and on the warm side almost a bit dull. Even the wife could pick out and prefer the marantz on a blind test. I've no doubt the h120 is a class piece of kit and I do like it but just a terrible match. Think the Linton's may need something alot brighter to bring them to life. Cheers
Cheers Rollo. Interesting thread this has been for me.
I read a very good mag review of the 120 and have long been aware of the appreciation owners have for the brand. Never heard a Hegel for myself though.
You may have seen the recent thread where it was suggested that all well designed amps (of the same class) sound very similar.
Based on that logic, there would be no real point in comparing the SQ of amps.....you've nicely shown the benefit of a trial.
Like I said, some sound similar (you'd hope so too) but I must admit to being quite surprised just how different many are.
I've had some of the relaxed sound you're after but have to say I prefer the brighter, tighter sound I have now.....each to their own of course.