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

firewater, I guess A48 is excellent for driving mids/highs.. for bass P4500/P4600 would give you excellent dynamics! 

“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!”
@fire_water 

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?

“Do I connect using a high-level, high-pass connection?”

Absolutely — that’s the beauty of RELs and why they integrate so seamlessly with your main speakers. Once dialed in properly (usually no more than 15–20 minutes of tweaking), they’ll become inseparable from your AL5s. 

I have to tell you.  This forum is filled with incredibly discerning and knowledgeable audiophiles. What started as a conversation I had with a gruff who asked about Luxman and how it compares to what I have morphed into a highly amazing discussion and as a result of which I've learned a few things.

I'm keeping my Accuphase components and will look into different ways of improving things like room treatment and SUBWOOFERS.