{"id":85,"date":"2026-06-04T11:15:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T11:15:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/technewscentury.co.uk\/?p=85"},"modified":"2026-06-04T11:15:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T11:15:27","slug":"majority-link-series-streaming-upgrades-for-any-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/technewscentury.co.uk\/?p=85","title":{"rendered":"Majority Link Series: Streaming Upgrades for Any Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Majority Audio Just Dropped the Link Series: Budget-Friendly Hi-Fi is Back<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Let\u2019s be honest: your old legacy hi-fi setup sounds incredible, but managing it in the era of streaming can be a massive headache. On the flip side, buying into a modern, connected audio ecosystem usually requires taking out a second mortgage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"https:\/\/majorityaudio.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Majority Audio<\/a> is looking to fix both problems at once. They\u2019ve just unveiled the <b data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"82\">Link Series<\/b>, a brand-new lineup of connected audio gear designed to drag your vintage hardware into the streaming age\u2014without emptying your wallet. From pocket-sized streamers to a full-blown 300W amplifier, there is a lot to love here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Here is a breakdown of the new lineup.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23925\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23925\" style=\"width: 802px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-23925\" title=\"Link Mini and Link View\" src=\"https:\/\/technewscentury.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Link-Mini-and-Link-View.avif\" alt=\"Link Mini and Link View\" width=\"802\" height=\"448\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23925\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Link Mini and Link View<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">1. Link Mini: The Ultimate Micro-Streamer<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"6\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Price:<\/b> \u00a359.95<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">If you just want to add modern smarts to an existing Bluetooth speaker, radio, or vintage amp, the <b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"99\">Link Mini<\/b> is your ticket. Don&#8217;t let the budget price fool you; this tiny box is packed with heavy-hitting tech.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"8\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Tech:<\/b> Features AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Connectivity:<\/b> Loaded with Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth LE, and Auracast compatibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Outputs:<\/b> Includes both analogue and optical options for easy connection to legacy gear.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">2. Link View: Ditch the Phone Screen<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"10\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Price:<\/b> \u00a389.95<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Tired of constantly staring at your phone just to skip a track or see what&#8217;s playing? The <b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"90\">Link View<\/b> brings a first-to-market 2.1-inch circular touchscreen display paired with a physical rotary touch dial. It pumps album artwork, playback info, and source selection straight to the device, letting you enjoy a phone-free, tactile listening session.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">3. Link Pro: The Hybrid Powerhouse<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"13\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Price:<\/b> \u00a3229.95<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The <b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"4\">Link Pro<\/b> is where traditional radio meets modern streaming. It steps things up with a vibrant 4-inch colour display and bridges the gap between old-school broadcast and modern digital playlists.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"15\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Radio:<\/b> Built-in DAB\/DAB+ and Internet Radio.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">TV Audio:<\/b> Features an HDMI ARC port, making it a stellar addition to your living room media console.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">4. Link Pro Amp: The One-Box Hi-Fi King<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23924\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23924\" style=\"width: 899px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-23924\" title=\"Link AMP Pro\" src=\"https:\/\/technewscentury.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Link-AMP-Pro.avif\" alt=\"Link AMP Pro\" width=\"899\" height=\"502\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23924\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Link Pro AMP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"17\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Price:<\/b> \u00a3299.95<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"18\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The undisputed flagship of the launch is the <b data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"45\">Link Pro Amp<\/b>. If you have a pair of passive speakers waiting to be brought to life, this all-in-one streaming amplifier is an absolute steal for under \u00a3300.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote data-path-to-node=\"19\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Under the Hood:<\/b> It pumps out a massive 300W of power courtesy of a premium Texas Instruments Class-D amplifier.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">It combines streaming, DAB radio, and raw power into one compact chassis. The I\/O array is incredibly generous for the price point:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"21\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">HDMI ARC (for easy TV connection)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Optical &amp; Analogue inputs<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">USB playback &amp; Ethernet<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Subwoofer output (for building a true 2.1 system)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The Verdict<\/span><\/h3>\n<table data-path-to-node=\"24\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong>Model<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong>Key Feature<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong>Best For<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Link Mini<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,1,1,0\">Wi-Fi 6 &amp; AirPlay 2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,1,2,0\">Upgrading old Bluetooth\/Hi-Fi gear<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,1,3,0\">\u00a359.95<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Link View<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,2,1,0\">2.1&#8243; Circular Touchscreen<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,2,2,0\">Phone-free visual control<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,2,3,0\">\u00a389.95<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Link Pro<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,3,1,0\">4&#8243; Display &amp; HDMI ARC<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,3,2,0\">Hybrid radio &amp; TV streaming<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,3,3,0\">\u00a3229.95<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,4,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Link Pro Amp<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,4,1,0\">300W TI Class-D Amp<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,4,2,0\">Building a budget audiophile setup<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\" data-path-to-node=\"24,4,3,0\">\u00a3299.95<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"25\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Majority Audio is making a serious play for the budget audiophile market here. By pairing premium specs like Texas Instruments amplification, Wi-Fi 6, and touch displays with ultra-competitive pricing, the Link Series makes high-quality connected audio accessible to everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text-justify mb-2\" >Majority Audio Just Dropped the Link Series: Budget-Friendly Hi-Fi is Back Let\u2019s be honest: your old legacy hi-fi setup sounds incredible, but managing it in the era of streaming can be a massive headache. 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