The HK Audio Linear 5 line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 8 models, from the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 FA and HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 XA to the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 110 XA, HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 FA and HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 XA. Ratings run from 3.3/5 to 3.7/5. Of these, 6 are still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
More from this brand: every HK Audio speaker ranked.
Generation by generation
LINEAR 5 112 FA to Linear 5 MK2 112 FA
The HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 FA replaced the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 FA. It rates higher, 3.7/5 against 3.6/5.
| Spec | LINEAR 5 112 FA | Linear 5 MK2 112 FA |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 12” woofer, 1” compression driver | 12” woofer, 2-way |
| Amplifier Power | 1,000W peak | 1200W |
| Weight | 52.7 lbs (23.9 kg) | 48.3 lbs (21.9 kg) |
LINEAR 5 112 XA to Linear 5 MK2 112 XA
The HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 XA replaced the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 XA. It rates higher, 3.7/5 against 3.6/5.
| Spec | LINEAR 5 112 XA | Linear 5 MK2 112 XA |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 12” woofer, 1” compression driver | 12” woofer, 2-way |
| Amplifier Power | 1,000W peak | 1200W |
| Weight | 46.5 lbs (21.1 kg) | 38.8 lbs (17.6 kg) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the HK Audio Linear 5 are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the HK Audio Linear 5, from the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 FA and HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 XA to the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 110 XA, HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 FA and HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 XA.
What replaced the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 FA?
The HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 FA replaced the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 FA. It is rated 3.7/5, against 3.6/5 for the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 FA.
What replaced the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 XA?
The HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 XA replaced the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 XA. It is rated 3.7/5, against 3.6/5 for the HK Audio LINEAR 5 112 XA.