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Luxman, Marantz or Naim for Harbeth Compact 7

I’m looking for a new integrated amplifier for my Harbeth Compact 7 with a REL s/812 subwoofer and source of the Innuous Pulse and Chord dac. I’m considering the Luxman 505z, Marantz PM 10 and NAIM Super NAIT 3. I’m auditioning the Simaudio 600i and find it thin. I listen to jazz, blues, rock, and acoustics. Any input would be greatly appreciated. 

hugo1
lmnop
82 posts
 

I have a Naim Super Nait 3 that sounds pretty good with Harbeth SuperHL5+. Similar listening tastes.

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jsqt
121 posts
 

I’ve owned multiple Luxman amps (509X, MQ88uSE, M900u) and Naim (Atom, Nova, Supernait 3) AND Harbeth C7 (40th anniversary) and it really depends on the sound signature you prefer. The Luxman will be clean, powerful, detailed with a bit of sweetness on the top end. The Naim will be a bit less refined but more propulsive and will sound better across a wider variety of genres. 

Both amps pair excellently with the Harbeths. 

mickeyb
598 posts
 

None of them. Accuphase. 

hugo1 OP
35 posts
 

Thanks.  I considered Accuphase but it was out of my price range and my local dealer said the E300 won't be available until January.

toronto416
320 posts
 

Look for a used Accuphase E280 or E260 - superb!   I have an Accuphase E260 powering Harbeth C7s - sublime!

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