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Luxman integrated for Harbeth Compact 7's

I’m looking to move on from a Croft phono integrated, which quite honestly, is quite nice with the 7’s. But as it goes in this hobby, we tend to enjoy playing with gear. In searching the forums here and elsewhere, it seems this combination has made some quite happy. My price range is $5000-$6000K US, so it’s the Class A 550 unit which I have my eye on. Looking for some thoughts on this. The Croft is so darned good, I may hold on to it. Especially considering it would only bring in $1000 or so. Thanks for your thoughts.
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mbabst
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Hi guys

I have a pretty good offer for both a 507uxII and a 590axII. I sold all my Linn gear (except LP12) to get of the upgrade path so I need a new amp. My speakers are the lovely 7ES3 XD. 

Which amp would you get and why? Is the 507 a better match with Harbeth?

mbabst
8 posts
 

Do you really think so? There are a lot of happy Harbeth/Luxman owners out there.

mbabst
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Hi guys, in the end I‘ve ordered one of the last available 590axII for a very good prive. What a wonderful amp it is with my C7XD!

Next up is a new DAC. Thinking about the Bryston BDA 3 or Goldnote DS10. Any other suggestions?

mbabst
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Thank, the Denafrips look really nice, will definitely check them out.

mbabst
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No it doesn‘t! As stated above, I‘ve bought the 590axII and it is wonderful with the new 7XD! The new 7XD now sounds like a smaller SHL5. It is not as warm anymore as the older 7s. It is a heavenly match!

mbabst
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I‘ve just bought a Denafrips Pontus II to pair with my Luxman.

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