I didn't realize this was your first thread here, welcome to the forum. There's a lot of experience here, and a lot of different perspectives. it is a fun hobby, enjoy
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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Like you, I have the Accuphase a48s and the c2300. I initially tried the McIntosh c53 preamp instead of the c2300. The c2300 has truly opened up the a48s to its full sound ability. Also like you, I have Klipsch speakers. In my case, I have the Klipsch Forte IVs. Before the switch of the preamp, I wondered if switching the speakers would have me what I wanted more so…with that being said, the c2300 as I stated REALLY opened up my system. I’d call it almost lush sounding. I am pretty sure this will be my system that I will have for years and years. I listened to some Luxman devices (I think the 509z) at a HiFi store. It just sounded more “bright” sounding. I’m didn’t like it as much as what I get from my current setup. I cannot speak on the other Luxman devices though. I would be interested in what the Luxman tube preamps would do for my system. For now though, like I said this is “my” system…lol. For context…. My other devices are PS Audio PerfectWave SACD transport going through the Laiv uDAC, Eversolo DMP-A6 Master Edition Gen 2 as the streamer, Denon DP-3000NE direct drive turntable using an Ortophon black quintet, and Icon Audio PS1 MkII MM/MC phono preamplifier. |
@glennewdick I agree 100% |
Some of the comments on these threads kill me. OP says he loves his Klipsh speaker only to be told by some that he needs to get better speakers. So much my dogs bigger than your dog or my dad can whip your dad. Another thing that only reinforces how individual we all are is the subjective descriptions of amplifier "sound". To me in almost sounds like we need to swap out amps and speakers depending on the song we're listening to. My advice is to buy what sounds the best to you and fits your budget. Then get off the merry go round and enjoy the music. |
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