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Luxman vs Pass Labs

Good morning guys, I need some advice. Today in my system I have a Pass Labs XP10 preamp and a Pass Labs XA 30.5 amplify. I could replace them with a Luxman 590 AXII.
I'm very attracted by the charm of Luxman, do you think it's worth it? My speakers are Audio Physic Scorpio 2.
Thanks for your suggestions.
mizioa
builder3
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shahram69 posts07-09-2020 9:24amI wish luxman would make the a Power Amp only version of the 590AXII so it could be had at a cheaper price...All their SS power amps are class AB.
The power amps aren't cheaper than the integrated amps. That being said, Luxman did offer the M-800A amplifier a few years ago, 60 watts, Class A.  But again, not cheap.
https://www.stereophile.com/solidpoweramps/1108lux/index.html

shahram
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@builder

You are right about that. I guess I should be on the lookout for a used M-800A. I wonder how it compares to the M900u?
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riaa_award_collectors_on_facebook
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M-800 has less detail/punch but more musical/sweet as one might expect of Class A vs A/B. The Prior Importer laid out the differences on his webpage.
smodtactical
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I dont like the vintage styling of luxman but appreciate its excellent build quality. Love pass labs build and styling.
smodtactical
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For those that compared m900U to pass, what level Pass did you compare it to and what were your thoughts ?
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