Going linear - The Luxman 507ux

Hi builder3:

Based on the published spec, the current 590axII is 30 watts:

http://www.luxman.com/product/detail.php?id=1

Based on real world measurements, it’s over 90W/channel into 8ohms and near 160W into 4ohms. It’s 30W in Class A, then switches to A/B above that. I own the L-590AX, it’s anything but low power.

http://www.navratilaudio.cz/novinky/Luxman_L590AXII_HFW.pdf 
 http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2018/11/25/hi-fi-review-luxman-590-axii-integrated-amplifier-review-by...

Hi @builder3

Yes, if the amp is actually closer to 90 Watts before clipping, this makes MUCH more sense to me.

Perhaps they underrated it to avoid the 1/3 power warm up required?


Thanks for the additional information.

Best,

E

Erik, I assume they are only publishing the Class A output. Not sure why, they seem to do themselves a big disservice. The amp is far from low powered. I suspect if you had one to audition in your home, the 507 would be soon for sale.

I suspect if you had one to audition in your home, the 507 would be soon for sale.

Not for the $6K I'd have to find to buy one! :)

Best,
E