Luxman vs Accuphase for Harbeth 40.3 XD
I'm considering trying a SS integrated to power my 40.3 XDs. I'll buy used.
I've heard great things about T+A but they are really pricey, and Luxman and Accuphase look interesting, there are 2 examples for sale currently.
Luxman L-509X $6,300 and Accuphase E650 $12K
I hear a lot about high damping factor being necessary to get the best out the the Harbeth's (Luxman is 370 and the Accuphase is 1000).
Honestly cannot justify $12K at the moment but I wondered if anyone has any thoughts on these 2 amps for my speakers? Or any other suggestions?
Not trying to toss a grenade into this thread but I used Chord amps with my Graham, LS5/9 - there was nothing better. Didn't try Luxman or Accuphase (both excellent choices though) and no Pass. Tried Hegel, Electrocompaniet, Audiomat (integrated) & Mac and the Chord was just a fabulous fit for me paired with an Aesthetix tube preamp. Just my experience. Hard to go wrong w/BAT or any of the above mentioned brands even with the bigger Harbeths.
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@bgross Not at all - useful info. At some point in the future I may move to separates: tube pre-amp and SS power-amp. |
Great thread, have really enjoyed. You certainly received lots of useful information from individuals with critical listening skills that seemed to be on the same page. Glad that you are happy with the BAT. Happy listening! Been looking for end game speaker as near retirement, in 10-20K range. Hoping to go to Axpona next April. Would love to hear your Harbeths and Qln |
IMHO, it is really hard to beat the tube preamp/SS amp combination. Regret that I sold my ARC Reference 3. But I think a hybrid integrated is the best compromise. Asthetix Mimas has been on my radar. Will have to add your BAT to the list. If I do decide to go the separates route again, a Backert Rumba or a Zesto Leto would be high on my list for tube preamp based on reviews and bang for the buck. |
@dcevans Cool, glad you got something out this. Backbert and Zesto look really interesting, the Zesto looks gorgeous. I’ve bookmarked these, thx! |
