Just received my new Luxman CL-1000 pre-amp.


Took the plunge and went for Luxman’s new flagship CL-1000 pre-amp. My preceding unit was the c900u and it’s as good everyone says. So what are my initial thoughts on the CL-1000 with less 20 hours on it: pure path into the music with a naturism only one who hears it will be able to understand how good it’s. Startling when the music matches its powers of emotion it can deliver on voices, drums and every instrument the recording has to offer. As good as the C900u is the CL-1000 is clearly a big step up! Only two complaints: no remote ( they didn’t want anything to interfere with their new SOTA
volume control) and no mute button. I can live with these minor inconveniences considering what it brings to the table. I’m not a dealer or associate with Luxman in anyway. I’ll keep posted updates on the unit once it has been fully broke in.
hiendmmoe
Please keep us posted on sound after some break-in. Been eyeing this preamp forever.
If you read Art Dudley's last review it was on this Pre-Amp. This Pre was specifically made and voiced to be paired with the Luxman 300B Tube Amp (MQ 300).

Sadly Art didnt think he was missing anything when comparing it to his Shindo Monbrison which is near the middle of the pack of Shindo's pre lineup. You can buy those for 5-6K used on a regular basis. The Luxman has a 20K Price Tag. Glad you love it but I find it odd that it "smokes" your 900U but Art found it on par with his middling Shindo. What Luxman Amp were you pairing this with...the MQ 300??   Glad to your ears your getting your money's worth anyway
When you refer to powers of emotion one assumes you do not have a CD system, right?