A DA-07x recently replaced a Bricasti M1S2 in my system. The Luxman has a slightly different tonal balance which is a little more forward in the upper frequencies. The overall sonic quality is very similar. This difference is like the difference between the house sounds of Audio Research vs Soulution. I tried a C900u, and it was more laid-back sounding compared to a AR LS28SE or Benchmark HPA-4, almost like Soulution. I bought the Luxman DAC unheard, but it is looking like it is a keeper! |
Hello sir! Are you still enjoying your Luxman? I'm considering one and there's not much information about it available apart from the marketing brochure and a paid review or two. Has the forwardness subsided after prolonged burn in or it's just its voicing? I remember reading about its "excellent tonality" which seems at odds with the forwardness you mention. Thank you! |
donquichotte, I am still using the da-07x dac and enjoy it very much. It needed a very long break in but now it’s excellent in every way. I am using the luxman c900u pre and the luxman m10x amplifier and I believe the synergy with this gear works perfectly. I have no complaints. If you have more questions feel free to message me if you like. Starboard |
Hello @starboard ! Thank you for your answer! It's funny because my question was actually directed at @imjerrys , who had in fact mentioned the upper range forwardness of the Luxman. I was not aware you had in the mean time bought this dac as well! Unfortunately, Audiogon won't let me send PMs as in the good old times because I didn't go through their payment method verification process. Which is stupid, if you're asking me. But this is the DA-07X thread, so I think we can discuss here just as well. So, can you tell me please if you find its tonality forward or digital / synthetic / not natural in any way? Thanks! |
