The ear just seems to be an eyeasthe subtleties of any given track just rings true. Lux corporation, founded in 1925, has changed its company name to elux corporation with a new management organization to meet the changing world of our information society. The l 505ux mkii is the entry level class ab amplifier in the luxman range. In excellent condition cosmetically and in operation. One of the reasons i got my 505u was to get a slice of the vintage 70s coolness it reminds me of without all the hassle of vintage ownership. Mar 05, 20 the new l 505ux looks to be a nice little upgrade to the luxman line. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by luxman. In confess one of my fantasy winthelottery amps is a luxman l505u.
Harbeth c7es3 speakers, luxman l505u integrated amps,rega saturn cd player, rega p324 turn table wpsu, benz micro cartridge ace, phono preamp. To purchase l 505u spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an authorised retailer. Roon ready tested products bluetooth modules wireless speakers. This amp will power many different speakers types but simply kills running my high efficiency, full range pendragons. The history of the luxman audio brand began in 1925, at the birth of radio broadcasting. At the same time, a new company has been established under the name of lu. It is a highquality system selector to taste the thrill of such audio. Largecapacity, low resistance speaker relays are connected in parallel to. Oct 16, 2010 in confess one of my fantasy winthelottery amps is a luxman l 505u.
The attraction of the l505uxii is its new level of refinement, approaching. The luxman l 550a ii integrated is class a, runs hot and it not friendly toward the environment. I can tell you that the luxman 505u is one of the finest integrated amps i have ever heard. As luxman s latest highend model, the l 505uxll continues the evolution of the l 505 series, which has attracted many fans of audio quality and earned a great reputation. The iffy part is that luxman s product line, which blends modern and heritage products, is a bit quirkily confusing. L 505u is the entry model for our integrated amplifiers. Nov 20, 2010 i thought in would be interesting to try out an old luxman and see what it was like compared to the behringer a500. On the mcintosh the soundstage and the musical flow are not as good compared to the luxman but of course it is still very good and approved, just not as good as the luxman. The luxman l 505ux is an heirloom instrument loaded with sonically astute updates and includes remote control. At least not vogue from this decade or century even. The luxman l 505u is a integrated amplifier in the solid state amplifier category. Incorporating an abundance of proprietary technologies, such as luxman s version 4.
Luxman l505ux integrated amp, dealer demo, warranty. Luxman s topoftheline integrated amplifier, the l 430, is rated to deliver 100 watts per channel into 8ohm loads with no more than 0. The l 505uxii is the eagerly awaited mark ii version of the popular l 505ux that has been at the forefront of preamplifier design. It was very helpful as the only mcintosh dealer in my area doesnt have a demo. We are a verified audiogon dealer and pay a fixed monthly fee and ther. Luxman keeps revving the model, and my friend has been using the l 505u for at least five years if memory serves. And, thanks to tone controls, itll match well with most speakers and. Luxman l505ux mkii integrated amplifier audio emotion.
Luxman home audio integrated amplifiers for sale in. Its easier if you email directly to jay at rather than thru the audiogon system. A mass 400va ei type power transformer and the conversion efficiency to direct current voltage have adopted the high schottky barrier diode as a powersource part. Since 1925, luxman has crafted audio products in japan. Luxman l 505u versus l 505ux tonally both amplifiers were voiced the same by hashimotosan at luxman, yokohama. Great deals on luxman home audio amplifiers and preamps. Luxman 505u demo full warranty solid state audiogon. If you use these links to purchase any items from amazon or ebayno extra cost for you, i get a small percentage which. As luxmans latest highend model, the l505uxii continues the evolution of the l505 series, which has attracted many fans of audio quality and earned a great.
The l 505ux is quieter, more liquid midrange and a more three dimensional soundstage is thrown. As an amplifier which exudes sophistication and authenticity beyond its class, the l 505uxii represents the latest in a long line of exemplary models. The l 507uxii features the new lecua attenuator and a discretely configured buffer circuit as well as the version 4. For a limited time, buy a luxman l 505u and get a free d100r ipod dockdac. I own the ayre ax7e integrated amp, it is fully balanced and i like it very much. Precautions integrated amplifier l 550ax installation place cautions in connecting speakers this unit shall be installed in a wellventilated and effectively when making speaker system connections, exercise extra heatreleased place because this unit is an aclass amplifier care not to shortcircuit between. Jul 10, 2011 amp luxman l505u cdp denon dcd1500se sp dali lektor 6 galaxy s 07. At 9 oclock position 14 my monitor audio studio 6 speakers produce a similar sound pressure as sansuis 12 oclock. I was thinking of perhaps purchasing a vintage luxman integrated amp, one of the l series receivers. Its got knobs and dials and glowing bits galore and i have to say, it sounds fantastic. Its also a little cheaper pricewise than my 505u was. With its myriad of features, tone controls and onboard phono stage, the l 507uxii is tailormade for audiophiles. I have heard the l 550a ii and the bigger 590 and was very impressed.
The l 507ux uses a more powerful power supply than the l 505ux with the ability to drive lower impedance loads. Luxman audio components deliver both the emotional impact of the performance as well as the peace of mind of longterm reliability. For in these days of pared down, fairly minimalist amplifiers that are appearing its latest l 550ax integrated appearances nothing less than something directly from the 1970s. Luxman began making transformers and switches for radio sets in 1925. Interestingly, i had gathered through my reading that the l 505u was on warmer side of neutral. Integrated 2 channel amps, yahama as3000 vs luxman l509x. As luxmans latest highend model, it continues the evolution of the l505 series, which has attracted many fans of audio quality and earned a great reputation. The l 505 series that has fascinated many music fans as a most affordable highclass amplifier was reborn to a muchawait. The luxman l 505ux ii integrated amplifier is available for demonstration in our hull store.
Feb 11, 2020 to listen please use the headphones thanks. That was how the luxman l 505uxii integrated amp landed in my house on loan. View and download luxman l 505u owners manual online. Great deals on luxman home audio integrated amplifiers. They converted it at the factory so it could be used with north american power. This amp is in excellent condition for its age, and has been seviced by someone with a phd possibly even in a relevant field. The preamp section is based on development from the companys 80th anniversary c100f preamplifier, while the 100 wattsperchannel amplifier section will immerse you in luxman s rich tone, revealing subtle detail buried deep in your music. If so, can you offer any comments as to how the two. And enjoy than the expression of the music by switching the system. Our ultimate goal is to relax the listener into a state of comfort so that heshe can listen more and more and bask in the afterglow of the music. Good speakers for luxman l505ux steve hoffman music forums. The luxman l 507uxii integrated amplifier is the most robustlyconstructed, and dare i say it, beautiful integrated amplifier that ive had in my system. Joseph audio pulsars revisited with luxman l505u inte.
After listening to it for the past two weeks, i have to declare that the luxman l 505uxii is one of the best integrated amps i have ever heard. As an amplifier which exudes sophistication and authenticity beyond its class, the l 505uxll represents the latest in a long line of exemplary models. The new l505u is a fully featured integrated amp with a wonderful phono stage, bypassable tone controls, and enough power to drive most any loudspeaker. Every model incorporates proven circuit designs and exhaustive quality evaluations to provide uncompromising durability. However, into 4 ohms, the l 507ux is considerably more stable and powerful into low impedance loads. My beloved marantz pm 7200 bit the dust after 10 years and i decided to up the ante a bit by going for the luxman l505ux. Apart from the shared power supply, the amplifier designs are usually dual mono. Luxman l 507uxii integrated amplifier shop now at suncoast. Pushed very hard indeed into insensitive speakers, the luxman will harden up slightly, but avoids any real sonic nasties.
Luxman is a respected company that has been making premium quality amps for countless years. Luxmans l505uxii is the mark ii version of the l505ux integrated amplifier first. Luxman l507uxii integrated amplifier positive feedback. You will find that the power output difference into 8 ohms is inconsequential. It can almost be seen as a jumping point from the upper shelf components from nicer 23k audiophile integrated amplifiers into the league of luxurious japanese luxman electronics, a first lexus if you will. Luxman home audio amplifiers and preamps for sale in stock. The l 505u has been in continuous production for over 30 years. Luxman l505 ux amplifier front panel only japan hi fi amp accuphase. Luxman l505uxii integrated amplifier pearl audio video. As luxman s latest highend model, the l 505uxii continues the evolution of the l 505 series, which has attracted many fans of audio quality and earned a great reputation. Luxman considered everything in the name of fine sonics. Both quality high end amps not having heard luxman for myself and owning the accuphase e470 i can highly recommend the e270 are you able to hear either amps, in store or home demo.
Linn audio luxman lyra marantz martin logan mrspeakers musical fidelity naim nordost ortofon pmc speakers primaluna project ps audio. Luxman l 505ux ii integrated amplifier incorporates an abundance of proprietary technologies, such as luxman s version 4. The only issue is occasionally the volume will stick when using via remote, happens about once a fortnight on everyday use, a manual turn unsticks it. Luxman home audio integrated amplifiersamps for sale ebay. However, some of the amps are low powered high quality tube amps.
The l505uxii is the eagerly awaited mark ii version of the popular l505ux that has. The look is a touch old school, but this is no criticism the 505 is a. The new l 505u is a fully featured integrated amp with a wonderful phono stage, bypassable tone controls, and enough. I did listen to the luxman l 507u briefly it sounded wonderful as the dealer did not have the l 505u but since this amp cost almost twice the price of the l 505u, i am not sure if the sonic character of these amps would be that similar. I had a 505u and i got a pair of proac d40rsit seemed quite clear to me these speakers needed a bit more power and quality. Timeless looks, extraordinary sound, and luxurious refinement promise you a lifetime of musical realism with the luxman l 505ux. L 505uxii also boasts nonangled circuitboard wiring design for fast signal transmission, dedicated pre out function, prepower separation option for integration with biamped systems, and a large, lowimpedance speaker. Incorporating an abundance of proprietary technologies, such as luxmans version 4. I ended up with an exdem rega osirisit did both jobsmore more slam but with quality and detailthis might not be the amp for you but with a decent trade in on your luxman you will be able to pick up a suitable replacement amp albeit second hand. I bought a luxman l 505u from music direct and hooked it up to my vandersteen speakers. If you have one of these models, you need to excesize a little more care in the selection of your speakers.
The l 505 series that has fascinated many music fans as a most affordable highclass amplifier was reborn to a muchawaited ultimate edition. To avoid noise through the ground loop adopts audio quality design grounding switch each circuit. Now, i just need to go out an audition the luxman l 505u and hear for myself. Luxman l505u manual stereo integrated amplifier hifi. Russ aultman 09112016 this is by far the cleanest sounding. Luxman l505 ux ii amplifier japan hi fi amp accuphase marantz technics teac. The l505uxii is the eagerly awaited mark ii version of the popular l505ux that has been at the forefront of preamplifier design since its launch in 2011. Harbeth c7es3 speakers, luxman l505u integrated amps,rega saturn cd player, rega p324 turn table wpsu, benz micro cartridge ace, phono pre amp. Its a great time to upgrade your home theater system with the largest selection at. Bose 901 series vi, luxman l505u and akai gx 530d youtube. I worked with luxman equipment back in the late 70s. For more on the luxman l 550axii, please visit their product page here. Luxman l505ux ii integrated amplifier trade in available.
The latest version, the l 505ux is a fully integrated 100w x 2 amplifier, with a wonderful phono stage, multiple inputs, defeatable tone controls and now has an electronic input selector, which has lowered channel crosstalk and. The amplifier can supply 100 watts per channel in to speakers rated at 8 ohms. It can handle the majority of speakers on the market. Listing to classic music, for instance beethoven or mozart, i do miss the luxman a bit. Luxman l 505u hasnt got any aparent weakness and is outstandingly balanced in all frequency range. Over the course of the last thirty years, the l 505u integrated amp has been in continuous production while being updated and refined through the decades. Luxman l505uxii integrated amplifier dedicated audio. Select the luxman product you are looking for or choose a different brand. Over the past five years, ive listened to music at his place fairly regularly through three different pairs of speakers. He is very happy with his luxman class a amp with these speakers. The new model is a little more refined, a little more detailed and even nicer to use than before. Discussion in audio hardware started by sunset sam, may 15, 2011. The l 505f was introduced in 2001 and was remarkably successful as many proud luxman owners will happily testify.
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