@pryso sorry mate it’s been busy. So I actually did demo the new LaScala speakers, 2x actually. The 1st time they were paired with Fyne Vintage 15 spkrs and then the 2nd time with Klipsch Cornwall. But I wasn’t impressed. I mean they sounded good but the LaScala signature was gone. While the bass dug deeper, missing was that authorative quick punch delivered by the AL5 which I’m accustomed to and love. However, the AL6 allows for tri-amping through a Heritage active crossover. Unfortunately I haven’t heard much of anything on this. The idea sounds really good. I guess i could use my Accuphase A-48S for the bass but I’d hand to buy 2 more amplifiers for the mids and highs. In theory this sounds great!
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.
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“i could use my Accuphase A-48S for the bass but I’d hand to buy 2 more amplifiers for the mids and highs. In theory this sounds great!” I guess we’ve opened the door to a rabbit hole :-) I honestly can’t imagine the A48S not being up to the task of driving 105dB efficiency speakers. If you feel the AL5s are lacking bass in your gorgeous room, I’d suggest adding a pair of REL Classic 99s. I recently upgraded to a pair myself, and they turned out to be absolutely amazing and equally complimentary for my Canterbury’s. |
@lalitk yes the Accuphase A-48S is more than enough and our sounds spectacular. I guess I like to experiment. The rabbit hole is big and deep lol. Ok so now you've touched on something that I've been thinking about for some time - SUBWOOFERS! In fact I was told to consider REL Classic 99 with my LaScalas by another discerning and credible audiophile who owns an exclusive hifi style just north of Toronto. Do I connect using a high-level, high-pass connection? |
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