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Luxman, Marantz or Naim for Harbeth Compact 7

I’m looking for a new integrated amplifier for my Harbeth Compact 7 with a REL s/812 subwoofer and source of the Innuous Pulse and Chord dac. I’m considering the Luxman 505z, Marantz PM 10 and NAIM Super NAIT 3. I’m auditioning the Simaudio 600i and find it thin. I listen to jazz, blues, rock, and acoustics. Any input would be greatly appreciated. 

hugo1
hugo1 OP
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Thanks very much. I had Prima Luna gear on an older system that I sold. The gear was about 12 years old. I guess it must have improved. My Luxman dealer offered me a home demo on the Luxman 505z and to sell me the demo if I liked it. It may be worth a try.  

jimmyblues1959
232 posts
 

In my experience Naim electronics tend to synergize nicely with British speakers.

I once owned a pair of Harbeth HLP3ES monitors back in the 1990's which I drove with a Naim 72/Hicap/250.  The sound was detailed, well controlled and never fatiguing. Sources at the time were a Rega Planar 3, Naim CDi, Naim NAT 01, and Nakamichi Dragon cassette deck.

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