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Accuphase vs Luxman

Greetings! Is anyone here familiar with Luxman M10x and Luxman C10x? I currently have Accuphase components consisting of an Accuphase A-48S Class-A amplifier,  an Accuphase C2300 preamplifier and an Accuphase DC-37 Processor/DAC. My system is definitely an upgrade from my previous McIntosh MA12000 integrated which I still consider to be a really good component.  The Accuphase is clean, precise but not clinical, dynamic and musically engaging. Mids are lush and bass is impactful and focused. It's like a beautiful custom acoustic with incredible sustain, decay and detail that resonates emotionally (what can I say,  I love guitars). 

But what will the Luxman offer me? I should mention that I have Klipsch LaScala AL5 speakers and an Innuos Pulsar (not Pulse) streamer. I guess I'm just curious and love exploring different avenues.  

fire_water
elliottbnewcombjr
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Maybe ADD a Luxman Tube Integrated as an optional setup. One that would look good with the Accuphase nearby

btw, my back hurts just looking at that low equipment platform, hurray for remote controls

This Luxman Reissue 12 wpc has 4,8,16 ohm taps, (my speakers are 16 ohm), has 2 Phono Inputs (1 MM, 1 MC), no remote

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650245540-luxman-sq-38d-integrated-tube-amplifier-reissue-collectors-condition/

This newer version, EL34 tubes 30 wpc has 4 or 8 ohm taps, and I think your speakers are 8 ohms, correct? OEM Remote.

https://reverb.com/item/92178372-luxman-sq-38u-vaccum-tube-integrated-amplifier-in-excellent-condition?utm_source=aw&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hifishark.com&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=536903&awc=67144_1758309304_b1f67d5db207c145810b4d76a9b5fdd6

note: seller has a nearly identical unit, with non-oem remote for sale also

https://reverb.com/item/92129854-luxman-sq-38u-vaccum-tube-integrated-amplifier-in-excellent-condition?utm_source=aw&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hifishark.com&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=536903&awc=67144_1758309777_ef66fbb6e8da14f95d7fc07e7da2a58e

those are from north america, many other Luxman Integrated’s exist 

https://www.hifishark.com/search?q=luxman+tube+integrated

 

 

 

 

 

bthrb4u
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What cables do you use?

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fire_water OP
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@elliottbnewcombjr 

"Maybe ADD a Luxman Tube Integrated as an optional setup. One that would look good with the Accuphase nearby"

I saw the Reverb ads you mentioned. I like the older Luxman SQ38 SIGNATURE. Definitely a fun component to play around with.  Do you think this unit is noisey?

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wsrrsw
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@fire_water Dig your room. Wow. Great vibe, Well done. Take a bow. If you can stand it, then curtains on the glass and some other (wooden) sound treatments would kick the sound up a noticeable bit. Ironically likely the most improvement for the least amount of expenditure.

There are so so many great tube integrateds and separates to consider especially as you don’t need big power. My system pages shows what I’m partial too but that’s just me, just another voice on the interblab.

For tubes....If money no object, then Lamm. Air Tight is close to Lamm but more affordable followed by Shindo or vice versa. Pathos and Manely are good too. The Spatial Audio Lab low powered mono blocks and pre AMP will make your Klipsch LaScalas zing. There are many other fine low powered set amps too.  At the least upgrading the crossovers and adding a pair of subs will rock your world. As I said above Klipsch LaScala can be upgraded or maybe something like, Volti Audio , Wolf von Langa Speakers or bigger Tannoy’s would further rock your world.

For Solid State your Accuphase would be hard to best.

If it were me, then I would do some room treatments first and think about the rest after.

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