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Luxman L 505 U Integrated Amplifier

HI to Everyone
I am intending to buy LUXMAN L505U from Japan. I will also
need Step Up Power Converter. Which one is good or I can buy any. Does it going to affect sound or internal parts.
Does somebody have experience with the electronics from Japan.
Also, is it true that L505U sound much better than
McIntosh MA6500
Thanks in advance for any comment.
kiza

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mobygrape
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You mean Step Down rather than Step Up (USA 120v to 100v) for the Japan version of the L505 right?
mobygrape
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I purchased a Luxman L505uxg direct from Japan. No pangs of guilt here as it relates to the US Importer. Saved $1200. No import duties were applied. Purchased a quality Acupwr 1000 watt US made step down transformer. Absolutely no impact using the transformer relating to sound quality. Transformer runs barely warm to the touch. Couldn't be happier.
Consider the lack of a US warranty a risk I was willing to take.
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